Rennteam 2.0 - EN - Forum - Re: Pulled the trigger - Page1

Apr 15, 2007 3:38:42 AM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005

Pulled the trigger

Stories you read about...

Today:
3pm: went to the AM dealer to check the new Vantage Roadster, turns out they didn't have one. But they had coupe. Nice cars and great experience. Saw A 997TT in slate grey that was amazing also, almost looking good next to AM cars...

3.30pm we leave.

3.45pm, we decide to go back to test drive an AMV8, handling not as sharp as my 996 C4, but close. The sound though...

4pm: handing my credit card for a deposit on an 08 AMV8 roadster, sound of the car I just drove still resonating in my head. Sep build, Oct delivery.

Spec sheet still blank, all input appreciated

PS: my perfect car would probably be a 9977TT cab with PDK, unfortunately still a couple of years away, the AM will fill in nicely while waiting even if our baby girl won't fit in the two seater. The DB9 Volante I tried a while ago was a huge disappointement in handling. Bentley GTC is way too heavy. F above MSRP is against my principles.
Last question to solve: do I keep the 996 C4 cab for the wife to complement her Cayenne TT

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 4:23:38 AM

JP66: Rennteam Pro; Loc: Seattle , United States; Posts: 2217, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 10, 2003; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
F above MSRP is against my principles.

Congrats on the AMV8, a beauty

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 5:16:14 AM

Ron (Houston): Rennteam Moderator; Loc: Houston, TX , United States; Posts: 8812, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 10, 2002; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Congrats

you won't regret your decision.

Interestingly enough today at my son's t-ball game one of the kids uncle showed up with Vantage coupe in light blue, looked and sound amazing.

I'm assistant coach and after he pulled up I totally forgot about the freaking game and was just staring at the beauty.

Believe it or not everyone's head turned and you could hear everybody was saying that's a nice car very European

.

Ever since this morning V8 has been on my mind.

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 6:06:41 AM

JimFlat6: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Cave , United States; Posts: 8633, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 25, 2004; Reply to: Ron (Houston)

Re: Pulled the trigger

Sci, Congrats on your AM order. You might want to keep the 996C4 just so your wife feels like she has a sports car to use anytime and that also works with a child car seat in the back.

Ron, kids can get really jaded about cars these days. A lady friend of mine is a substitute teacher in a posh area. One day she asked a 6th grade class what they liked best about coming to school in the morning.

The first kid said he liked how his dad took him to school every morning in a Bentley. The boy next to him then blurted out "Its only a Bentley and not a real car like a Roll Royce."

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 1:05:59 PM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: JimFlat6

Re: Pulled the trigger

Going to test drive a Mini Cooper S convertible or the wife. Somehow I think she will want to kepp the 911

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 1:14:47 PM

Ron (Houston): Rennteam Moderator; Loc: Houston, TX , United States; Posts: 8812, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 10, 2002; Reply to: JimFlat6

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
JimFlat6 said:
Sci, Congrats on your AM order. You might want to keep the 996C4 just so your wife feels like she has a sports car to use anytime and that also works with a child car seat in the back.

Ron, kids can get really jaded about cars these days. A lady friend of mine is a substitute teacher in a posh area. One day she asked a 6th grade class what they liked best about coming to school in the morning.

The first kid said he liked how his dad took him to school every morning in a Bentley. The boy next to him then blurted out "Its only a Bentley and not a real car like a Roll Royce."

These kids won't appreciate anything in their lives

. It's sad but funny at the same time.

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 1:41:54 PM

Crash: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Never been to , Antarctica; Posts: 8287, Gallery; Registered on: Oct 17, 2002; Reply to: Ron (Houston)

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
Ron (Houston) said:
Quote:
JimFlat6 said:
Sci, Congrats on your AM order. You might want to keep the 996C4 just so your wife feels like she has a sports car to use anytime and that also works with a child car seat in the back.

Ron, kids can get really jaded about cars these days. A lady friend of mine is a substitute teacher in a posh area. One day she asked a 6th grade class what they liked best about coming to school in the morning.

The first kid said he liked how his dad took him to school every morning in a Bentley. The boy next to him then blurted out "Its only a Bentley and not a real car like a Roll Royce."

These kids won't appreciate anything in their lives . It's sad but funny at the same time.

That's the parents' fault. If their parents have any sanity, they will not leave much of a trust fund to them. Just a house, anything else you earn by yourself. The only way they will ever appreciate anything (even giving them a house might be stretching it).

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 3:51:58 PM

nberry: Rennteam VIP; Loc: La Jolla, USA , United States; Posts: 13737, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 11, 2002; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Excellent choice. I saw one the other day and it is certainly a gorgeous car and sound to go with it.

BTW if you wife drives the Mini Cooper she may boot your Porsche cab.

Next
Threads

Apr 15, 2007 11:55:05 PM

elysium: Senior; Loc: Oslo; Posts: 553, Gallery; Registered on: Aug 26, 2004; Reply to: Ron (Houston)

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
Ron (Houston) said:
Quote:
JimFlat6 said:
Sci, Congrats on your AM order. You might want to keep the 996C4 just so your wife feels like she has a sports car to use anytime and that also works with a child car seat in the back.

Ron, kids can get really jaded about cars these days. A lady friend of mine is a substitute teacher in a posh area. One day she asked a 6th grade class what they liked best about coming to school in the morning.

The first kid said he liked how his dad took him to school every morning in a Bentley. The boy next to him then blurted out "Its only a Bentley and not a real car like a Roll Royce."

These kids won't appreciate anything in their lives . It's sad but funny at the same time.

The first kid appreciated being driven to school in a Bentley, and the quote about Bentley not being a real car could've come in any 6th grader around the world. A persons opinions in 6th grade is rarely a good measurement of how people turn out

And no, I did never say such a thing in 6th grade myself

(don't think anyone was dropped off in anything better than a normal BMW 5-series where I went)

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 12:17:48 AM

Hurst: Veteran; Loc: Potomac, MD; Posts: 1255, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 15, 2005; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
Stories you read about...

Today:
3pm: went to the AM dealer to check the new Vantage Roadster, turns out they didn't have one. But they had coupe. Nice cars and great experience. Saw A 997TT in slate grey that was amazing also, almost looking good next to AM cars...

3.30pm we leave.

3.45pm, we decide to go back to test drive an AMV8, handling not as sharp as my 996 C4, but close. The sound though...

4pm: handing my credit card for a deposit on an 08 AMV8 roadster, sound of the car I just drove still resonating in my head. Sep build, Oct delivery.

Spec sheet still blank, all input appreciated

PS: my perfect car would probably be a 9977TT cab with PDK, unfortunately still a couple of years away, the AM will fill in nicely while waiting even if our baby girl won't fit in the two seater. The DB9 Volante I tried a while ago was a huge disappointement in handling. Bentley GTC is way too heavy. F above MSRP is against my principles.
Last question to solve: do I keep the 996 C4 cab for the wife to complement her Cayenne TT

Congratulations! An absolutely stunning vehicle that I am sure you will cherish. Keep us updated on the process

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 12:25:56 AM

U Boat Commander: Veteran; Loc: Los Angeles, CA; Posts: 1250, Gallery; Registered on: May 8, 2004; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
Going to test drive a Mini Cooper S convertible or the wife.

If she's your wife, I hope you've already taken her for a test drive.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:03:57 AM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: U Boat Commander

Re: Pulled the trigger

Just to show you the commitment of sales guy of AM, he is coming this week to my house so that I can test drive it on my "favorite" roads

Try that with a P dealer. I am still on a little cloud.

Process: spec needs to be in 120 days before build date, 3 weeks from now.

Color and interior: don't know...

Sportshit gearbox, a must on a cab
Stone guard
Xenon
Bluetooth
iPod hookup is standard on 08s BTW
Cruise control (not standard!)
Sat Nav
Heated seats
Memory seats
Garage door opener/Auto dim mirror

Undecided: 18 or 19'' wheels
Alarm upgrade
Battery conditioner
First Aid Kit
Delete Model badging
Wood upper console (not even sure you can get it)
Power upgrade from Prodrive (only if factory warranty, but doesn't look like it will work)

Possible colors: Toro red with sandstorm, or Meteorite silver with some kind of Cocoa/brown int as long as it is not too orange.
Any input welcome, even crazy.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:05:19 AM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: U Boat Commander

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
U Boat Commander said:
Quote:
SciFrog said:
Going to test drive a Mini Cooper S convertible or the wife.

If she's your wife, I hope you've already taken her for a test drive.

Can't fix the original post, this one goes for posterity.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:14:12 AM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: nberry

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
nberry said:
Excellent choice. I saw one the other day and it is certainly a gorgeous car and sound to go with it.

BTW if you wife drives the Mini Cooper she may boot your Porsche cab.

You have a cab or coupe? Can't remember. Is it really that nice?

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 5:56:58 AM

Mike S: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Somewhere , Taiwan; Posts: 7720, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 3, 2005; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Congrats John!

I love the Vantage Roadster as well - wish I could see one in person though.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:12:21 PM

993S: Senior; Loc: Europe; Posts: 694, Gallery; Registered on: Jan 24, 2006; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
Sportshit gearbox, a must on a cab

Elaborate please , why is a sportshit a must ? And more important , what is it ?

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:39:59 PM

amazon: Rennteam Pro; Loc: Belgium , Belgium; Posts: 2110, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 5, 2004; Reply to: elysium

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
elysium said:
Quote:
Ron (Houston) said:
Quote:
JimFlat6 said:
Sci, Congrats on your AM order. You might want to keep the 996C4 just so your wife feels like she has a sports car to use anytime and that also works with a child car seat in the back.

Ron, kids can get really jaded about cars these days. A lady friend of mine is a substitute teacher in a posh area. One day she asked a 6th grade class what they liked best about coming to school in the morning.

The first kid said he liked how his dad took him to school every morning in a Bentley. The boy next to him then blurted out "Its only a Bentley and not a real car like a Roll Royce."

These kids won't appreciate anything in their lives . It's sad but funny at the same time.

The first kid appreciated being driven to school in a Bentley, and the quote about Bentley not being a real car could've come in any 6th grader around the world. A persons opinions in 6th grade is rarely a good measurement of how people turn out

And no, I did never say such a thing in 6th grade myself (don't think anyone was dropped off in anything better than a normal BMW 5-series where I went)

I'm not worried about the kid who said it's not even a Rolls. I'm more worried about the kid who want to impress everyone by saying daddy has a bentley. He'll end up being a snob an thinking his better than anyone else just because he's rich.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:43:03 PM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: 993S

Re: Pulled the trigger

Sportshit:

It is the equivalent of the Ferrari F1 or the Lambo Egear or the BMW SMG box.
A maunal gearbox automated (unlike the DB9 or Porsche tiptronic that are automatic gearbox with selectable gears).

I like it on a cab because if you wanted ultimate performance, you would get a coupe with manual. Convertibles are a bit more GT, thus the semi auto gearbox is a must.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 1:49:22 PM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: Mike S

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
Mike S said:
Congrats John!

I love the Vantage Roadster as well - wish I could see one in person though.

Who's John?

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 2:18:04 PM

racerx: Rennteam VIP; Loc: 1985 porsche dealership , Bouvet Island; Posts: 8751, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 27, 2004; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
Just to show you the commitment of sales guy of AM, he is coming this week to my house so that I can test drive it on my "favorite" roads

Try that with a P dealer. I am still on a little cloud.

That is cool and should be part of the deal when dropping that kind of dough.

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 8:55:08 PM

skazzy: Veteran; Loc: ... , Canada; Posts: 931, Gallery; Registered on: Oct 31, 2005; Reply to: racerx

Re: Pulled the trigger

congrats

lol ur neighbours are going to love that exhaust note

Next
Threads

Apr 16, 2007 8:58:16 PM

AndyM: Senior; Loc: Durham, NH (UNH); Posts: 731, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 30, 2005; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
Sportshit:

It is the equivalent of the Ferrari F1 or the Lambo Egear or the BMW SMG box.
A maunal gearbox automated (unlike the DB9 or Porsche tiptronic that are automatic gearbox with selectable gears).

I like it on a cab because if you wanted ultimate performance, you would get a coupe with manual. Convertibles are a bit more GT, thus the semi auto gearbox is a must.

no, i think what he was saying is that you spelled it sport[beep], not sportshift.

Next
Threads

Apr 17, 2007 12:24:49 AM

nberry: Rennteam VIP; Loc: La Jolla, USA , United States; Posts: 13737, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 11, 2002; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
SciFrog said:
Quote:
nberry said:
Excellent choice. I saw one the other day and it is certainly a gorgeous car and sound to go with it.

BTW if you wife drives the Mini Cooper she may boot your Porsche cab.

You have a cab or coupe? Can't remember. Is it really that nice?

I have the coupe but the cab is adorable. Driving the Mini is a blast. It does not have the power of your Porsche but will certainly be as fun. Remember the movie "The Italian Job"?

As far as your AM roadster just about anything looks good on that car. Whatever color choice you make it will look good.

A word of caution. Clearly the AM is not as nimble as the Porsche but keep in mind your entering a new and different driving experience. What you are getting is first rate styling (a Porsche will disappear if you park your car anywhere near one), performance (not as good as Porsche) with performance sound (substantially better than Porsche) and finally exclusivity (that word can never apply to Porsche).

Next
Threads

Apr 17, 2007 12:28:21 AM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: AndyM

Re: Pulled the trigger

Quote:
AndyM said:
Quote:
SciFrog said:
Sportshit:

It is the equivalent of the Ferrari F1 or the Lambo Egear or the BMW SMG box.
A maunal gearbox automated (unlike the DB9 or Porsche tiptronic that are automatic gearbox with selectable gears).

I like it on a cab because if you wanted ultimate performance, you would get a coupe with manual. Convertibles are a bit more GT, thus the semi auto gearbox is a must.

no, i think what he was saying is that you spelled it sport[beep], not sportshift.

Next
Threads

Apr 17, 2007 4:08:13 AM

Hurst: Veteran; Loc: Potomac, MD; Posts: 1255, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 15, 2005; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Silver/Cocoa or Silver/Bordeaux would be an awesome combo!

I'm not sold on the red myself...

why did you opt for the stoneguard? Bumpy roads? They don't look so good

Next
Threads

Apr 17, 2007 4:26:21 AM

johnnyrouse: Newbie; Loc: sydney australia; Posts: 15, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 15, 2007; Reply to: Hurst

Re: Pulled the trigger

Agree about the red, 19's a must.

Next
Threads

Apr 17, 2007 3:52:36 PM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: johnnyrouse

Re: Pulled the trigger

It looks like everyone eventually puts the stoneguards in. My local roads can be messy at times, not too many stones though... It looks better without though.

19s is definitly on my list.

I think I'll skip the upgraded audio.

Color: Toro with black top, hood, mats, steering wheel, sandstorm for the rest. Maybe two tone seats.

Facia: trying to see if alloy is standard or an option.

Next
Threads

Apr 30, 2007 11:10:05 PM

SciFrog: Rennteam VIP; Loc: USA , United States; Posts: 9870, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 15, 2005; Reply to: SciFrog

Re: Pulled the trigger

Sorry to bring back this old topic, but this is the final strech for specs.
Any comments?

Roadster Sportshift

Toro red
Sahara interior
Black hood

Stone guard
19'' wheels
Delete model badging

Powerfold mirrors ?
Xenon

Carpet black or sahara?
Headlining color: can I choose? Anyway it would be sahara or most likely black.

Bluetooth
Cruise control
premium audio?
Navigation
Heated seats
Memory seats
Garade door opener/Auto dim
Battery conditionner
First aid kit?
iPod hookup

Facia? Maybe Walnut or Mahogany?

Also for the stitching right now I am leaning towards coarse sahara to blend with the seats.
But red might be an idea, maybe too bright though.

Top
Threads

Board	Subject	Last post	Views	Replies
Porsche	SUN'S LAST RUN TO WILSON, WY - 991 C2S CAB LIFE, END OF AN ERA (Part II)	4/17/24 7:16 AM Gnil	778655	1798
Porsche	Welcome to Rennteam: Cars and Coffee... (photos)	4/7/24 11:48 AM Boxster Coupe GTS	442149	565
Porsche	OFFICIAL: Cayman GT4 RS (2021)	5/12/23 12:11 PM W8MM	263014	288
Porsche	OFFICIAL: Porsche 911 (992) GT3 RS - 2022	3/12/24 8:28 AM DJM48	261305	323
Porsche	The new Macan: the first all-electric SUV from Porsche	1/30/24 9:18 AM RC	85551	45
Porsche	OFFICIAL: Taycan 2024 Facelift	3/15/24 1:23 PM CGX car nut	5765	50
Porsche	The moment I've been waiting for...	2/1/24 7:01 PM Pilot	880984	1364
Porsche	992 GT3	7/23/23 7:01 PM Grant	816961	3868
Porsche	Welcome to the new Taycan Forum!	2/10/24 4:43 PM nberry	391289	1526
Porsche	GT4RS	4/21/24 11:50 AM mcdelaug	390728	1454
Others	Tesla 2 the new thread	12/13/23 2:48 PM CGX car nut	372961	2401
Porsche	Donor vehicle for Singer Vehicle Design	7/3/23 12:30 PM Porker	369164	797
Porsche	Red Nipples 991.2 GT3 Touring on tour	4/11/24 12:32 PM Ferdie	289487	668
Porsche	Collected my 997 GTS today	10/19/23 7:06 PM CGX car nut	261560	812
Lambo	Huracán EVO STO	7/30/23 6:59 PM mcdelaug	240422	346
Lotus	Lotus Emira	6/25/23 2:53 PM Enmanuel	230849	101
Others	Corvette C8	10/16/23 3:24 PM Enmanuel	221370	488
Others	Gordon Murray - T.50	11/22/23 10:27 AM mcdelaug	169549	387
Porsche	Back to basics - 996 GT3 RS	6/11/23 5:13 PM CGX car nut	141297	144
BMW M	2024 BMW M3 CS Official Now	12/29/23 9:04 AM RC	117813	303
Motor Sp.	2023 Formula One	12/19/23 5:38 AM Whoopsy	108824	685
Porsche	2022 992 Safari Model	3/7/24 4:22 PM Whoopsy	84355	239
AMG	Mercedes-Benz W124 500E aka Porsche typ 2758	2/23/24 10:03 PM blueflame	75218	297
Porsche	992 GT3 RS	3/3/24 7:22 PM Whoopsy	53889	314
Motor Sp.	Porsche 963	3/16/24 9:27 PM Whoopsy	25243	237
Ferrari	Ferrari 296 GTB (830PS, Hybrid V6)	1/21/24 4:29 PM GT-Boy	21190	103
BMW M	2022 BMW M5 CS	4/8/24 1:43 PM Ferdie	19532	140
AMG	G63 sold out	9/15/23 7:38 PM Nico997	16600	120
AMG	[2022] Mercedes-AMG SL	4/23/24 1:24 PM RC	13835	225
Motor Sp.	24-Hour race Nürburgring 2018	5/25/23 10:42 PM Grant	11272	55

Crown

Forum - Thread

Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Re: Pulled the trigger

Forum

Boards