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Old 04-18-2006, 07:47 PM
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I decided to pick up a new 2006 Carrera S Coupe, found one on the lot that was close to what I wanted. I know I am stating the obvious, but why did I wait so long! 200 Miles on Saturday, then the full Zaino treatment on Sunday.

Last week, I almost bought used from Luxury Motors, but managed to escape that "3 previous owner" experience. New was not that much more expensive.

Picture should be below. I am usually not a fan of silver cars. But with the Sport wheels and Arctic Silver, the look is fantastic.

Spent a good amount of time in the Cayman. Very nice on the road, maybe easier to have fun with then the 911. But I am 6'2" and felt confined in the Cayman. So the 911 was a much better fit for me, even though I wish the 911 had a few more inches of leg room.

Has the enhanced Bose system. Waste of money if you ask me. Can't imagine the standard system is be any worse then the enhanced Bose. But with the sound of the standard exhaust, who cares!

Thanks to all for convincing me the 911 was the way to go.

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Old 04-18-2006, 08:26 PM
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Nice ride!! Enjoy it. Get clear side lights and you will be set.
Old 04-18-2006, 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by USCHANDPOD
Nice ride!! Enjoy it. Get clear side lights and you will be set.
Maybe it is obvious, but what is the advantage of clear side lights?
Old 04-18-2006, 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by ohsixx
Maybe it is obvious, but what is the advantage of clear side lights?
It's obvious like you say, but if you have to ask.....it makes the car go faster.
Old 04-18-2006, 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by OCBen
It's obvious like you say, but if you have to ask.....it makes the car go faster.
lowers the cd by .0001 to make the car faster.
Old 04-18-2006, 09:52 PM
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Congrats on the car!

You are right on the Bose. My $18K Scion has a better sounding system.
Old 04-18-2006, 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ohsixx
Maybe it is obvious, but what is the advantage of clear side lights?
The clear side lights block laser radar too.

Before we all get carried away here will someone please tell him the truth. I can't bring myself to do it.
Old 04-18-2006, 10:24 PM
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Clear side markers will be on the way. I heard the clear side markers have a direct connection for the neon underbody kit. Now if I could make my mind up on violet or green neon .....
Old 04-18-2006, 10:28 PM
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Originally Posted by squareloop
Clear side markers will be on the way. I heard the clear side markers have a direct connection for the neon underbody kit. Now if I could make my mind up on violet or green neon .....
I think you'll be happier with Orange Neon.

Congrats on you new ride!
Old 04-18-2006, 10:33 PM
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Nice Ride and even nicer color
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Very nice. The sport wheels really pull it all together. Congratulations!
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Oh yeah. Congratulations. Looks beautiful! ..
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Very nice
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what is the deal with the clear side markers? They look better on the black car.... are they US legal?
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Arctic Silver is beautiful.
The Sport Design wheels are a perfect match.
And, you're right, the Bose system is C+ at best. But, who cares?


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