Jump to content

Welcome to RennTech.org Community, Guest

There are many great features available to you once you register at RennTech.org
You are free to view posts here, but you must log in to reply to existing posts, or to start your own new topic. Like most online communities, there are costs involved to maintain a site like this - so we encourage our members to donate. All donations go to the costs operating and maintaining this site. We prefer that guests take part in our community and we offer a lot in return to those willing to join our corner of the Porsche world. This site is 99 percent member supported (less than 1 percent comes from advertising) - so please consider an annual donation to keep this site running.

Here are some of the features available - once you register at RennTech.org

  • View Classified Ads
  • DIY Tutorials
  • Porsche TSB Listings (limited)
  • VIN Decoder
  • Special Offers
  • OBD II P-Codes
  • Paint Codes
  • Registry
  • Videos System
  • View Reviews
  • and get rid of this welcome message

It takes just a few minutes to register, and it's FREE

Contributing Members also get these additional benefits:
(you become a Contributing Member by donating money to the operation of this site)

  • No ads - advertisements are removed
  • Access the Contributors Only Forum
  • Contributing Members Only Downloads
  • Send attachments with PMs
  • All image/file storage limits are substantially increased for all Contributing Members
  • Option Codes Lookup
  • VIN Option Lookups (limited)

Which Car should i Choose

r100rsman
 Share

Recommended Posts

r100rsman Member

r100rsman

Posted
Posted

Hi All,

I am trying to decide on which car to purchase and here are my options

1. 2002 Targa, 60k miles, 2 owner care, purchase through dealer with CPO coverage. Nicely optioned $30,000.

2. 2002 Targa, 40k miles, private party sale, 2 owner car (present owner 5 years), all service records, agreed to allow a PPI. Nicely optioned and in great shape. $29,000.

3. 2003 Traga, 30k miles, independent dealer (have taken my other cars to them and trust them) 1 owner car, fully serviced and 30 day warranty. Nicely optioned and really like the color. $32,000.

Prices are bottom line firm. So my dilemma is which car should I go with?

Thanks

wross996TT Member

wross996TT

Posted
Posted
Hi All,

I am trying to decide on which car to purchase and here are my options

1. 2002 Targa, 60k miles, 2 owner care, purchase through dealer with CPO coverage. Nicely optioned $30,000.

2. 2002 Targa, 40k miles, private party sale, 2 owner car (present owner 5 years), all service records, agreed to allow a PPI. Nicely optioned and in great shape. $29,000.

3. 2003 Traga, 30k miles, independent dealer (have taken my other cars to them and trust them) 1 owner car, fully serviced and 30 day warranty. Nicely optioned and really like the color. $32,000.

Prices are bottom line firm. So my dilemma is which car should I go with?

Thanks

#3...get the newest available (all things equal)...

beauar Member

beauar

Posted
Posted

I agree option number 3 because of a year newer and because it has 10K less miles. Its worth the extra coin

Hi All,

I am trying to decide on which car to purchase and here are my options

1. 2002 Targa, 60k miles, 2 owner care, purchase through dealer with CPO coverage. Nicely optioned $30,000.

2. 2002 Targa, 40k miles, private party sale, 2 owner car (present owner 5 years), all service records, agreed to allow a PPI. Nicely optioned and in great shape. $29,000.

3. 2003 Traga, 30k miles, independent dealer (have taken my other cars to them and trust them) 1 owner car, fully serviced and 30 day warranty. Nicely optioned and really like the color. $32,000.

Prices are bottom line firm. So my dilemma is which car should I go with?

Thanks

goldenwarrior1 Member

goldenwarrior1

Posted
Posted
I agree option number 3 because of a year newer and because it has 10K less miles. Its worth the extra coin

Hi All,

I am trying to decide on which car to purchase and here are my options

1. 2002 Targa, 60k miles, 2 owner care, purchase through dealer with CPO coverage. Nicely optioned $30,000.

2. 2002 Targa, 40k miles, private party sale, 2 owner car (present owner 5 years), all service records, agreed to allow a PPI. Nicely optioned and in great shape. $29,000.

3. 2003 Traga, 30k miles, independent dealer (have taken my other cars to them and trust them) 1 owner car, fully serviced and 30 day warranty. Nicely optioned and really like the color. $32,000.

Prices are bottom line firm. So my dilemma is which car should I go with?

Thanks

Option 3 looks like the best value to me and you seem to favor the color ! Go fot it! B)

txhokie4life Member

txhokie4life

Posted
Posted

+++3 -- lower miles newer car for 10% -- no brainer -- oh and you like the color.

A year from now you'll never miss that $3k but you'll still love the car.

mike

phillipj Member

phillipj

Posted
Posted (edited)

option 3. with that mileage you should be able to get an extended warranty as well.

Please post pictures when you get it! :drive:

Edited by phillipj
nghiaho58 Member

nghiaho58

Posted
Posted

Unless there are big different between 2003 and 2002 I would get option #2. This car has low mile and low price. Use $3000 to buy CPO or put in saving.

I am cheap :D

soverystout Member

soverystout

Posted
Posted

I'm bucking the system, 60k is nothing for these cars. Work the dealer over for another $1k and get 2 years and 40,000 worth of worry free (not maintenence free) driving.

At the end of he warranty period, you will know whether you want to keep the car or make it someone elses problem.

JeTexas Member

JeTexas

Posted
Posted

If you're a stereo nut, just remember that in 2003 they went to the fiber optic system, so it's a huge pain to put other systems in.

r100rsman Member

r100rsman

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Numer 3! What car did you buy?

#1 sold to someone else.

#2 Drove again on Sunday and the clutch operation felt very stiff and hard to engage. Also noticed a small oil drip under the car. Then looked at the floor where its parked, sure enough many new and old spots. I passed on that one.

#3 Going to make an offer on the car today (in 3 hours). Will post when i find out.

r100rsman Member

r100rsman

Posted
  • Author
Posted
Numer 3! What car did you buy?

#1 sold to someone else.

#2 Drove again on Sunday and the clutch operation felt very stiff and hard to engage. Also noticed a small oil drip under the car. Then looked at the floor where its parked, sure enough many new and old spots. I passed on that one.

#3 Going to make an offer on the car today (in 3 hours). Will post when i find out.

We are $500 away from a deal. I need to speak with the wife but I think I am going to pull the trigger.

r100rsman Member

r100rsman

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Split the difference -- or get something tossed in -- and drive her home!

I bought it today. We split the differnece and I bought it. 03 Targa, 31k miles, midnight blue on blue. Fantastic shape and full services history. Pick it up on Monday. :D

txhokie4life Member

txhokie4life

Posted
Posted (edited)
Split the difference -- or get something tossed in -- and drive her home!

I bought it today. We split the differnece and I bought it. 03 Targa, 31k miles, midnight blue on blue. Fantastic shape and full services history. Pick it up on Monday. :D

I'll be happy to charge my standard consult fee

Since you split the difference -- we'll share two mugs :cheers:

Edited by Loren

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.