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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    John H:

    Just had an apologetic dealer on the phone saying it's unlikely my GTS will be ready for the December pick-up they had anticipated...

    I ordered the car over 2 months ago and apparently the build hasn't even started yet...

     

    Does this mean you will be liable to the 20% VAT?


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Dasein:

    "My" 2011 GTS Cab (order) is available (January build) at:
    Porsche of Hilton Head

    107 Drivers Way
    Hardeeville, SC 29927
    Main 843-208-3300

    Fax 843-208-5008


    In other words, you went for the Turbo S? Smiley
     

     


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Yes sir, I did.

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Congrats Don!
    You must be bouncing up and down, left and right now, so anxious to drive the baby?
    I know I would...


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    reginos:
    John H:

    Just had an apologetic dealer on the phone saying it's unlikely my GTS will be ready for the December pick-up they had anticipated...

    I ordered the car over 2 months ago and apparently the build hasn't even started yet...

     

    Does this mean you will be liable to the 20% VAT?

    Seems that way.  Sad thing is there's not a damn thing I can do about it  except maybe cancel the order..Smiley

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    John, this may be silly BUT maybe the dealer would be willing to absorb some (all) of the VAT?  I'd certainly ask them.
    Joost - yes, couldn't even settle down for my afternoon nappy today.
    :)
     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    EVO´s review of the GTS:

    http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarreviews/260038/porsche_911_carrera_gts_review.html

    all reviews considered i guess its gonna be teriffic!

    my build date is Week 51.

    unfortunatly that means getting the car onle beginning of January......


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Congratulations, Don! Your squirrels will be surprised about the colour... Smiley


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Hey Ferdie,
    Thanks.
    Yes, they sure will, but I'm keeping my WHTESQRL license plate!
    :)
    Don
     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Hey Don, welcome to the club and many congrats on your decision. Of course GTS or Turbo is a thing of personal taste but if power matters there's no substitute. Very interesting and tasteful combo!
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    Kind regards, Conny 

    Porsche 997.2 Turbo S  *  BMW X5 M
     

    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Thanks Conny!
    Don
     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Dasein:

    Yes sir, I did.

     


    Congrats on your purchase Smiley,TTS Cab is a keeper. When are you going to pick it up?

    J.Seven


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    John H:
    reginos:
    John H:

    Just had an apologetic dealer on the phone saying it's unlikely my GTS will be ready for the December pick-up they had anticipated...

    I ordered the car over 2 months ago and apparently the build hasn't even started yet...

     

    Does this mean you will be liable to the 20% VAT?

    Seems that way.  Sad thing is there's not a damn thing I can do about it  except maybe cancel the order..Smiley

     

    Perhaps you could try to make a compromise deal with the Porsche Centre so that not all  additional tax is passed on to you.

    Please don't cancel, though!


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Hi J.,
    Turbo S will be here today!!  It's being trucked to me and should arrive sometime this afternoon.  They'll also pick up my trade.  Dealer (five hours away) does this at no cost to me and I like it because it doesn't put extra miles on a new vehicle.
    Don
     

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Dasein:

    Hi J.,
    Turbo S will be here today!!  It's being trucked to me and should arrive sometime this afternoon.  They'll also pick up my trade.  Dealer (five hours away) does this at no cost to me and I like it because it doesn't put extra miles on a new vehicle.
    Don
     

     

    Those are very exciting moments, the waite is a killing pleasure, I can imagine how you feel.
    Now we want pics...lots and lots of it Smiley

    J.Seven 


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    I'll be happy to post some pics BUT I'll add them to the Turbo S forum here so I'm not hijacking the GTS Forum.
    :)
    Good luck everyone with their GTS, coupe or cab, it's a truly clean and beautiful 911!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Fantastic Dasein - many congrats  Please post more photos when she comes


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    reginos:
    John H:
    reginos:
    John H:

    Just had an apologetic dealer on the phone saying it's unlikely my GTS will be ready for the December pick-up they had anticipated...

    I ordered the car over 2 months ago and apparently the build hasn't even started yet...

     

    Does this mean you will be liable to the 20% VAT?

    Seems that way.  Sad thing is there's not a damn thing I can do about it  except maybe cancel the order..Smiley

     

    Perhaps you could try to make a compromise deal with the Porsche Centre so that not all  additional tax is passed on to you.

    Please don't cancel, though!

     


    I wasn't really serious about cancelling....just feeling really pissed off at the OPC's lack of communication and knowledge of the manufacturing schedules..

    I did sound out another OPC who told me they weren't expecting a demo until January!  The best they could offer was a January build and February delivery.

    I'll be doing everything I can to get the best bottom-line deal....just have to be a bit more patient I suppose.

     


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    "Things turn out best for people who make the best of the way things turn out."


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    I'm really gutted for you John  Reminds me of when production of my car was delayed at the last minute.

    Unfortunately, I highly doubt the OPC will contribute anything towards the increased VAT amount - since it is a delay on the part of PAG not PCGB or the OPC. It really sucks to get stuffed with an extra 2.5% having thought you had avoided it.

    Hang in there - you'll enjoy the car when it comes 


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier


    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Thanks for the video - Joerg seems to be pleased with the GTS, but he is employed by Porsche after all..

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Have managed to strike a reasonable deal with my OPC.

    They are prepared to cover the increase in VAT and have upped the trade-in allowance on my current car to compensate for the later delivery.

    Seems a fair deal - and the 2011 registration will also help at re-sale.

     

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Great news John!
    Happy for you!!
    Don
     

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Thanks Don...

     


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Good outcome!
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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    John H:

    Have managed to strike a reasonable deal with my OPC.

    They are prepared to cover the increase in VAT and have upped the trade-in allowance on my current car to compensate for the later delivery.

    Seems a fair deal - and the 2011 registration will also help at re-sale.


    Great deal! Smiley

    Now all the benefit is on your side! Smiley


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    John H:

    Have managed to strike a reasonable deal with my OPC.

    They are prepared to cover the increase in VAT and have upped the trade-in allowance on my current car to compensate for the later delivery.

    Seems a fair deal - and the 2011 registration will also help at re-sale. 

    Car dealers can't afford to lose sales these days, besides your excellent negotiating skills of course Smiley


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Good exhaust note!


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    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Congrats. Thats what I'm would have expected from a fair dealer.Smiley
    Enjoy the waitingtime..
    Smiley


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    Porsche 997.2 Turbo S  *  BMW X5 M
     

    Re: Carrera GTS: Porsche 911 Now Even Sportier

    Thanks guys - I'm happy with the deal and very happy with the car..

    BTW - I'm not sure I'd have wanted to take delivery in the current weather conditions!

     

    Today we had two feet of snow....!

     

     

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    Two feet of snow.jpg

     


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