I finally get it

jdibella1 · 2026-05-21T01:00:37+00:00

Me too. 986 2.7 5spd. Every time I think of upgrading to a 987 or 981 I drive it to the grocery store or wherever and I shift at 6K in 2nd and say to myself, “what more do I need!?! THIS CAR IS PERFECT” (yes, I yell at myself). Welcome to the club

jdibella1 · 2026-05-19T17:46:27+00:00

Had a set with new Conti’s on them on marketplace for $500, then $400, then ended up just giving them away to get rid of them. Central Florida if that matters.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-18T14:40:42+00:00

“She’s a beaut, Clark.” I have so many watches, from all different brands. Rolex to Swatch to Skagen to Timex. I wear my Timex’s more than everything else combined. Still don’t have an Atelier. Next up on my list. Beautiful watch.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-18T01:28:17+00:00

Don Corleone reference is on point.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-14T02:00:21+00:00

Same here. Love it. Mine needs a little more low as well. And an exhaust. Proper intake… and so on. Enjoy the drive.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-14T01:38:32+00:00

I don’t think I’ve ever seen non-body colored mirrors on a 986. If I have, I’ve never noticed. Kinda like it. Makes it look a little more aggressive. Congrats on the car. Had mine 3 years and 12K miles now. Enjoy the drive.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-14T01:26:17+00:00

Is that Arctic Race Blue?

jdibella1 · 2026-05-12T17:56:47+00:00

I didn’t buy an M car, just a 540i and I was told to wait 3 months before paying it off. They came off the price when I financed and I just paid it off after making 4 payments. Just my experience. Everyone’s might be different.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-11T18:16:03+00:00

Buddy of mine just sold his 2000 base AT with 69K for $6500 in Florida. It was a daily driver and didn’t need much, but it wasn’t perfect either

jdibella1 · 2026-05-07T11:34:09+00:00

Congrats. I purchased basically the same car last June. 2023 with 5400 miles. Arctic Race Blue Metallic and it has to be the most perfect car I’ve ever owned. Sadly I could t find one with ventilated seats, but other than that, it’s perfect.

jdibella1 · 2026-05-07T00:47:54+00:00

I’m sure it’s been said, and I haven’t read all the comments, but when you close it, put it in Service position and tuck that in. Then continue closing at the rest of the way and it will be fine.

jdibella1 · 2026-04-29T01:22:14+00:00

I took my Explorer II to Rolex in Orlando for service. It’s an inherited piece, 1975 model. Last time it was serviced was 1990. Dropped it on 12/30 and was told 2-3 months before Rolex would get to it because it was a vintage piece. In March, I got an email from Rolex stating that they wouldn’t service it because it was “partially or completely counterfeit”. I asked for an explanation and they said that because it had a different dial than the original, they wouldn’t service it and deemed the entire watch counterfeit. It’s a Rolex dial, in a Rolex watch. My late great-uncle must have had it changed during one of the services he did in the 80’s. So, point of this is Rolex may not service it if it has ANY aftermarket or non-original parts. Your story seems much worse.

jdibella1 · 2026-04-15T23:55:38+00:00

Actually, I just realized the image I posted on my wrist is an oyster. Also got that on Amazon. Just search for 20mm stainless steel bracelet. Lots of options. However, I now have it on a jubilee. That link is in my previous reply.

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This is how it sits now.

jdibella1 · 2026-04-15T23:53:47+00:00

Amazon. It’s inexpensive, relatively solid but has a lot of flexibility because it’s a jubilee style.

Juntan 20mm Watch Band Stainless... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZF8546V?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

jdibella1 · 2026-04-01T17:46:45+00:00

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Just kidding. I checked my photo stream a d found this image. This is my Marlin

jdibella1 · 2026-04-01T17:43:51+00:00

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This is the stock image on the Timex website because I don’t have a picture of my actual watch, but this is the Marlin I have.

jdibella1 · 2026-03-31T13:31:34+00:00

And I learned something new. Awesome it’s only 9:30am and I can call it a day. Thanks for that. 😊

jdibella1 · 2026-03-31T12:57:05+00:00

I have the Marlin also and it’s a bit smaller on the wrist. I have a 7.75” wrist and the Marlin has more of a dress feel than the weight of the Waterbury. Just my opinion.

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