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  1. I agree John, that makes no sense given the # of hits in the higher ranges. That single lower hit would seem very unlikely. But if his data is correct, the DME only spits out what it has. You're quite observant though, I noticed that also when I first saw that. It is plausible, but unlikely imo. He may have just typed it incorrectly. I, like many have the odd typo here and there, even though I try proofreading a couple of times to check. Anyways cheers :) Saraf did say he was just going to pay anyways - it seems like a done deal to me, this is just blah, blah, blah.
  2. White, on the sheet they gave me it was a 2 page summary with this plus a bunch of other data, possibly similar to what Saraf has. I'm not positive about specific timing because I did not ask, but got the impression that they "could" determine when each hit occurred. This is just speculation though, as even the dealer may not be privy to all the data contained within the black box. That's the best answer I can give you. It was the 6 ranges I noted herein (and confirmed by Saraf), and the # of ignitions in each range. The dealer did inform me to keep the # of ignitions down as much as possible to avoid engine damage. Rev limiter acceleration is not recommended, even though that's what a rev limiter is for (ie engine protection). Cheers :)
  3. You know, this thread got me thinking, and there are, strange as it may sound to others, instances where a "demo" or "sales mgr" car has been used at the track. I've seen it, and these vehicles have been flogged to the limit, so the accrued damage may have been in some way contributory. This type of scenario would indicate then that it is not the best idea to buy demos or manager's cars, and that a DME download and a comp test are critical components within the buying process. Thanks for your thread Saraf, I'm sure many others have learned a lot from your unfortunate situation. Cheers all :)
  4. [should be good to go] And you can add to your contract that the purchase price indicated is "subject to" - you being 100% satisfied with the conclusions of an OPC vehicle inspection (ie. whatever wording you deem is necessary to get out of the contract if you have to). This way, all you are out is the cost of the OPC inspection if you decide that the OPC will not give you an OPC warranty as you desire. The deposit should also be refundable. Check first that the OPC will indeed give you an extended warranty if you bring an outside vehicle to them like this should it pass the required inspection. If you check my other posts you will find other buy criteria also to possibly consider. Anyways, hope this helps and good luck :)
  5. justin, factory warranty is 4 yrs here in NA, and just put a "subject to" w/your deposit and you s/b gtg. Having an out is always wise - that's what I did. I locked out the others and was able to check it out thoroughly to my satisfaction. I am a verrry happy camper, as 2 others were willing to buy it full price immediate, after I locked it up. Cheers and good luck :)
  6. Hey SB, the 03 and 05+ are much different animals as you know. And for questions to me, no worries - nothing's dense. Just trying to help, that's all. The top mechanic at my dealer told me to avoid 05s that's all - common knowledge with any manufacturer's first year units. Obviously there are good ones (that wasn't for you SB, just that '05 owners get a little upset when I post that, that's all). Anyways, cheers :cheers:
  7. Hi Justin, look for TSBs here, then talk to a knowledgeable mechanic at your dealer - that's what I did. You were right imo to wait, I had a similar experience, colours weren't right for me - and passed. Thank g_d! I would have suffered day after day looking at the wrong colour combo - that's like water torture! I do have that boring blk/blk, but I like stealth - it gets way too much attention already from the wrong sorts. :eek: (see p_lice) I have all the things you've noted +, and I simply love them. I tried PASM in a 987S and Cayman S and came away with too soft in off mode and too stiff in on mode. The regular was juuuuust right ...... just like the 3 bears. The 19s give a slightly firmer ride w/little roll and are perfect for what I do. As I've noted before, if you find the car you like, love, right now, buy it. Life's too short and there will always be an upgrade, this year, next year, whatever ....... Cheers and hope you find what you're looking for. :cheers: And Justin, just checked out that link ...... that's a hotly optioned out car - just do your homework first - really do your homework .... and if it checks out, buy it. Overbudget, you're not going to worry about overbudget if that is in fact a good specimen - your grin will be this wide. :thumbup:
  8. Nice Jun, but I don't know about warranty and wear and tear on other components. I thought about lowering too. Too many variables imo. Hit a pothole or 2 and you're looking at potential $ and questions from your dealer. But hey, maybe after warranty ........ nope, too hard to sell ...... but it looks hot though. I was thinking of buying a 996 4S cab lowered but it had numerous ancillary component problems - not worth it imo, but hey, if that floats your boat, do it. Only you know if it's right for you. Anyways, just my 2c, cheers :)
  9. justin, if I were you, try it out. Like most things in life, it's a personal thing and everyone's going to tell you y or n because of this or that. It is very much firmer on - really firm for everyday roads but good for track, and off, much more absorbent on rougher roadways just like P says. Yes 10 mm, but esthetically that's totally personal. 19s give you a firmer ride also that I like w/o pasm. If you have found the car w/o pasm, buy it. You will be lucky or crazy to ever use even 50% of the potential of that car on normal roadways w/o killing yourself or others. It is a very fun droptop. As I've noted before, have lotsa fun, but always be safe, it only takes a split second. Oh and try to find an 06+ as 05s have more first year glitches (see TSBs) and you won't find many pasms, that's normal. Cheers and good luck, hope this helps. :)
  10. SPIRO, I think that whoever was using it was abusing it, that's why Porsche denied the replacement. I've made these comments to others, that you can't expect any manufacturer to repair or replace components if they have been abused by you or anyone else. People may say they will, but I believe they will be in for an uphill battle in court. And if the dealer did in fact track/abuse this car, you should contact the dealer and inform them of your plight, and get them to take responsibility and pay for it. Anyways just my 2c. Cheers :)
  11. 256 in 4 and 5 and 1 in 6 would have been very high numbers based on what the service manager was telling me in generalities. What I had posted earlier was just the information I had received essentially verbatim from the dealer. That is why I have posted in the past that a DME download is a critical factor to consider when purchasing used vehicles - it can tell you information no one else can tell you about the history of the vehicle you're considering. Lotus I understand also has this sort of "black box". I'd also check out your tranny too with that type of shifting. Just my 2c, cheers :)
  12. I have an actual copy of the generic printout, the service manager gave it to me and I called the service dept about the other info before posting. I have a pretty good relationship w/my dealer here fortunately. For the 997 GT3 the data is: 9000-9200, 9200-9400, 9400-9600, 9600-10000, 10000-11000, +11000 And for the 997 Turbo the data is: 6800-7000, 7000-7200, 7200-7400, 7400-7900, 7900-9000, +9000
  13. Hi Tool Pants, I was given a printout and Porsche calls it a "Working Log". On this it shows the #of ignitions in ranges 1 to 6 inclusive as you know. The "Motor Over-speed Ignition Ranges" is a generic printout indicating ranges for all models. The 987 Boxster and 997 Carrera are categorized together and have the identical ranges. They are: Range 1 >7300 and <7500 Range 2 >7500 and <7700 Range 3 >7700 and <7900 Range 4 >7900 and <8400 Range 5 >8400 and <9500 Range 6 >9500 I have been able to confirm that fuel cut-off occurs in the region around 8400 for the 987. I understand that Porsche does not disclose accurate values to the general public. I have been informed also that there have been instances where ignitions have been in excess of 16000 where cars have been abused when a driver has gone from 6th gear to 1st at high speeds. Higher range ignitions are not recommended nor good for the engine and may lead to Porsche refusing warranty repairs. Cheers, thought this would help you guys :)
  14. Here Henry, I found another photo for you, hope this helps. Cheers :)
  15. Nothing special, just your everyday blk w/blk int. Cheers :)
  16. I agree Tool Pants - what the manual is, is what is. Dealers sometimes will tell you misinformation because the people working there are new and don't know the correct answer, and sometimes they are looking for more work by indicating that more frequent servicing is taking care of your baby better. Anyways, your choice Beckham007. But yes every 2500mi appears excessive based on a normal driving pattern ie. you using your car regularly. Cheers :)
  17. Hi henrylee1, I also have those wheels and what I believe you also need to consider, if you haven't considered it already, is the impact of any modifications you do may affect your warranty negatively. Just make sure that a Pdealer is doing the work, if they will do it at all, to avoid any future headaches - maybe a little more costly, but potentially safer from warranty and design parameter perspectives. Any mods like that impact the car, and changes may affect handling and wear and tear on associated components, as you probably know. The rolling diameter is always very similar when you go +1 or +2, it's just the look, ride, handling, wear, weight, etc. that's different. In my humble opinion, I like the look of the 19s as they make the wheels look pretty big already, and as noted, staying stock does sometimes have it's benefits - this also applies to re-sale values. Nobody ever questions stock, but changes or mods always gets a certain level of concern from potential buyers and dealer service depts. But everyone's different, so do what makes you happy. Anyway, just my 2c and hope this helps you. Good luck. Cheers :)
  18. Interestingly it does work. Compared to the Elise, the 987 is much more planted at that speed and higher. The engineers obviously didn't feel it to be necessary to require that downforce earlier, but as you know, you can press that button at any time. I can't see that thing up anyways, so I don't even think about it. At that speed, I'm just watching the road ahead of me :D Easy to call your dealer to find out though, good luck. Cheers :)
  19. Sounds as if they want to double check that the US vehicle conforms to Canadian PCW parameters after it crosses the border and to get an easy cash grab. There are variances between dealerships to a certain extent as each dealership is independently owned and operated. That is why PNA has only so much jurisdiction - they want to help you, but clearly understand that the dealers sell their cars. Their loyalty to which party is obvious. The dealers will probably require an additional DME download to confirm that the vehicle has not been "abused" and that the ECU has not been tampered with. It appears that Canada does not want to import US cars due to pricing discrepancies and this is a political issue that other manufacturers also have to deal with. In some instances, certain US vehicles I understand are denied entry outright. A dealer in the US may or may not know the exact criteria another dealer in Canada may require to validate a PCW and vice versa. If they do tell you they know, but you are denied coverage, you know who to go back to - unfortunately you will be in a different country trying to commence an action. Thus, it is always caveat emptor especially when purchasing a vehicle abroad. Now that the deal is done, you have to play ball with the local P dealer. I would suggest that if you intend to use that dealer, play ball, otherwise go to another and try your luck there. Most urban areas have more than one dealer within a predetermined working area. Hopefully some of your confusion is alleviated. There apparently is the unfortunate possibility that you may have paid for a PCW that may not be enforceable. But think positive and you may be happy in the end. Good luck and enjoy your Pcar when you get it! :)
  20. Nice video of that little unit, but the guy/girl should have revved it to 3 or 4 then dropped the clutch to get a better sound/launch. Cheers :)
  21. Congratulations, you're going to love it. :clapping: Cheers and enjoy in good health! :cheers:
  22. Sorry to hear about that - you get all types. I would have thought that your insurance company should pay for vandalism so all you would have to miss out is your car while it was being repainted and loss of your deductible. Think pos it's only a car. A lot worse stuff can happen to you. Cheers and keep your chin up. :)
  23. It appears that the driver had oversteer and skidding problems near the apex and he tried to countersteer to correct. His line was too fast and straight. The right front wheel then went over the corner hump and unweighted that side of the car which lead to the driver's side catching causing the flip. I would have hoped for a spin instead, but I guess the speed and the unweighting were too much and the track/asphalt too grabby. Can some other experienced guys chime in on this topic. What are your takes? Maybe we can get some comments from driving instructors or racecar drivers? Cheers :)
  24. If you have any problems like these they are covered under warranty.
  25. After reading Renzop's excellent comments, I contacted my car insurer and they informed me that DE events are not covered under my policy. Is there any type of car insurance available when you go to a closed track event for advanced driver training? It appears that there may be a potentially large personal liability claim/issue if something happened to another party and no one was covered - this aside from damage costs to yourself or your vehicle. Any comments?
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