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unfortunately, my dash cracked 2-3 years ago. Had to fly out for a trip week, airport parking was full in the parking deck so the TL ended up on the top floor and that did the dash in. It kept progressing since. (Pics below)
Regarding the seats, I debated looking for a seat shop, or getting a new set from Acura (if that’s even an option now), but overall it’s in decent enough shape that i won’t bother for now. Plus, when I pick the kids from tennis in the summer and end up with a thick coat of sunscreen all over the seats I only have a mild conniption.
What I really need to replace is the front center armrest lid, padding is all collapsed and it looks like hell.
Says he washed the carS and only posts pics of a hotted up Honda Accord and not the GT3.
Alright, some pics below
Originally Posted by Mizouse
Damn, looks just like my car
yeah, it’s a bummer, but I got used to it now. They really close up when the car is in the sun.
Originally Posted by Shadow2056
Well I'll be in Miami in April. Maybe I can set up a time with you to get some rollers of that "Beetle". Lol!
Sweet!
Started off pretty dirty, ppf and silver hides a lot
closer shot of dirt and my numbers. You can also see the abysmal fitment of my new continental tires… the rim is doing a good job protecting the tire from curbing. If I return to the Sport 02 tires, I’ll go 5 or 10 mil up. But I’ll need to widen the front too, I don’t want infinite understeer.
washed.
interior, I hate cleaning alcantara, especially the steering wheel. I didn’t take pics of the interior after the burst of rain at the car meet while I had my windows down. But I did clean the doors and the seats again once they dried.
I'll be coming down the morning of the 26th in April. Got a cruise to go on. Trying to figure out which hotel to stay at. Wife and daughter want to stay across from the port. But I have to drive 11hrs -_- Lol! I'll hit you up before I head down. See if we can meet up somewhere before we hit Miami.
I thought your floating period was a dot on my iPad’s screen and I kept trying to scrub it off. Then I realized it was moving with the screen LOL! After zooming in, I saw your white font text. But yes, I fully support your acquisition of a Carrera GT!
This gem popped up a few weeks ago .. literally exactly what I'm looking for.
Crazy to think, this thing was 50k 5 years ago
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That one seems to be overpriced IMO, I'd peg something like that into the 60's but not the 80's. Maybe into the low 70's for a stock example but mods on old cars take away from the value, certainly don't add to it. Also the miles on this one aren't crazy low.
Also, 5 years ago this thing would have been like $35k!
That said, I'm really wondering if these are even worth it anymore. I'm sure they're fantastic to drive and own but that price is incredibly steep when you consider the other options in this range like the Audi R8, MB AMG GT-S, M3, M5, etc.
That said, I'm really wondering if these are even worth it anymore. I'm sure they're fantastic to drive and own but that price is incredibly steep when you consider the other options.
agreed, the math doesn’t add up to me either. Even models that are produced in the tens of thousands are highly valued. And the 996 and 997 aren’t completely trouble free. A friend of mine had to replace a huge amount of the electrical wiring because it had an eco friendly jacket on the cabling and it rotted out.
The older the Gen, the smaller the car feels, which I think is cool for a “fun” car, but some of the interiors are pretty dated. Another complaint I could see is that depending on the model they aren’t ‘that’ fast. Additionally, many have long gears which takes some of the fun out of it.
I am being a bit critical here, because they are pretty cool, but I do think the bubble is overinflated. It is fun to hear the engine noises from the wrong end, it’s also fun to drive at an Autocross, where mashing the throttle moves any weight (grip) the front had over the rear wheels and now all you have is miles of understeer. Similarly, it’s fun when you get your braking just right, start your turn-in with the front loaded, lots of grip then transition over to throttle and then hopefully the rears are closer to their limit to give you a nice rotation, otherwise you’re back to understeer.
Originally Posted by SamDoe1
consider the other options in this range like the Audi R8, MB AMG GT-S, M3, M5, etc.
I can’t speak from experience, but I feel like some of the newer cars especially the BMW M5 G90, feels more like a Tesla Model S competitor than a 911 just because of weight and insane acceleration.
for 100k you can get a Ferrari F430, and from what I read, other than the hydraulic for the paddle shifters those are fairly reliable.
agreed, the math doesn’t add up to me either. Even models that are produced in the tens of thousands are highly valued. And the 996 and 997 aren’t completely trouble free. A friend of mine had to replace a huge amount of the electrical wiring because it had an eco friendly jacket on the cabling and it rotted out.
The older the Gen, the smaller the car feels, which I think is cool for a “fun” car, but some of the interiors are pretty dated. Another complaint I could see is that depending on the model they aren’t ‘that’ fast. Additionally, many have long gears which takes some of the fun out of it.
I am being a bit critical here, because they are pretty cool, but I do think the bubble is overinflated. It is fun to hear the engine noises from the wrong end, it’s also fun to drive at an Autocross, where mashing the throttle moves any weight (grip) the front had over the rear wheels and now all you have is miles of understeer. Similarly, it’s fun when you get your braking just right, start your turn-in with the front loaded, lots of grip then transition over to throttle and then hopefully the rears are closer to their limit to give you a nice rotation, otherwise you’re back to understeer.
I can’t speak from experience, but I feel like some of the newer cars especially the BMW M5 G90, feels more like a Tesla Model S competitor than a 911 just because of weight and insane acceleration.
for 100k you can get a Ferrari F430, and from what I read, other than the hydraulic for the paddle shifters those are fairly reliable.
anyways, i hope the bubble calms down a bit.
You're absolutely right on all counts. I have no doubt that any 911 is an astonishingly good car to drive but to spend $80k+ on a 20 year old car with 82k on the clock...and also one where they weren't limited run nor did they ever stop making them, seems to be a bit silly. The 996 has definitely come up in price because it was seen as the cheaper option and probably still is but that's nuts to me and beyond what I'd spend on a car like this.
If you look closely there are some well-worn pieces of trim, etc., and the dash cracks hidden by a fitted alcantara dash cover. Still, I love driving her, even into my tenth year of ownership.
Every now and then, I see another 3G TL (usually a Type-S in silver), but very rarely. Sighting of red ones are even rarer.
Yea, same here unfortunately!
Nanxun, I’m glad you still enjoy driving her! I just got back from our spring break and I had a bunch of errands to run today so I spend all afternoon running around town. I decided to take the TL-S which made those errands a lot more enjoyable.
If you look closely there are some well-worn pieces of trim, etc., and the dash cracks hidden by a fitted alcantara dash cover. Still, I love driving her, even into my tenth year of ownership.
Every now and then, I see another 3G TL (usually a Type-S in silver), but very rarely. Sighting of red ones are even rarer.
Tell me more about this dash cover
My car is old enough to vote hahah. Picked it up new on 9/9/07.
one of these days I’ll have a Porsche GT car.
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