Any Rennlisters from New Zealand?
10-31-2019, 02:10 AM
Hi Pel
I assume you are in NZ.
If you are really keen my uncle has a 1993 sl 600 special order colour, with cream leather in amazing condition done at 28.000ks, he talks about selling every now and again, it also has the full factory hard top with heated rear window.
We imported it from Hong Kong as very rear in NZ when he was looking, i went and collected it for him from a Mercedes collector, he had a gull-wing beside it in the garage! He is the only NZ owner since 2002.
I could ask him if he would consider selling if you were interested.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...a05d19c9b1.jpg
I assume you are in NZ.
If you are really keen my uncle has a 1993 sl 600 special order colour, with cream leather in amazing condition done at 28.000ks, he talks about selling every now and again, it also has the full factory hard top with heated rear window.
We imported it from Hong Kong as very rear in NZ when he was looking, i went and collected it for him from a Mercedes collector, he had a gull-wing beside it in the garage! He is the only NZ owner since 2002.
I could ask him if he would consider selling if you were interested.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...a05d19c9b1.jpg
10-31-2019, 06:38 PM
Burning Brakes
11-01-2019, 04:18 PM
Instructor
Well instead of selling the 997.2 I gone and spent some money on it. Decided my main ‘dissatisfaction ‘ if it can be called that is that the factory exhaust is too quiet. So have brought centre muffler delete pipes and new exhaust tips. From what I have read this will give it a lift with a bit more bark. Cheaper than going through another exchange exercise.
Andy any idea what the price would be for the SL600?
Cheers
Richard
Andy any idea what the price would be for the SL600?
Cheers
Richard
11-02-2019, 06:09 AM
Rennlist Member
11-02-2019, 04:54 PM
Instructor
The centre muffler delete pipes and tips from UK website called ‘Top Gear’ a poster in the 997 forum brought their gear and said it fitted on to his car without issue. Their parts are quite a bit cheaper than other supplier, so a small punt in that it isn’t one of the known brands for after market bits. Coming via DHL and looks like it been cleared by customs to be delivered which is ‘nice’ .
11-06-2019, 02:16 AM
The centre muffler delete pipes and tips from UK website called ‘Top Gear’ a poster in the 997 forum brought their gear and said it fitted on to his car without issue. Their parts are quite a bit cheaper than other supplier, so a small punt in that it isn’t one of the known brands for after market bits. Coming via DHL and looks like it been cleared by customs to be delivered which is ‘nice’ .
11-06-2019, 02:29 AM
Ive been after spare set of wheels for my 996.2 Cup, sourced a set needing refurb from Florida then realized (the hard way) Gen 1 & Gen 2 Cup have different fitment. Was difficult sorting the first used set so now looking at other options.
Option 1: A new set of BBS Motorsport factory wheels sourced through Allports (currently waiting on pricing) expecting 10K??
Option 2: Went to Big boys Toys, chatting to Simmons Wheels who have priced to make a custom centrelock set, my SC has Simmons as track wheels and I love them, the pricing seems reasonable at circa $6,500 for a set, I have two sets of BBS already so I also like the idea of something different (perhaps use them for wets). Not set on style or color but looking at Gold FR, if anyone's interested take a look and give me some feedback??
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-om/
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-fr/
Option 1: A new set of BBS Motorsport factory wheels sourced through Allports (currently waiting on pricing) expecting 10K??
Option 2: Went to Big boys Toys, chatting to Simmons Wheels who have priced to make a custom centrelock set, my SC has Simmons as track wheels and I love them, the pricing seems reasonable at circa $6,500 for a set, I have two sets of BBS already so I also like the idea of something different (perhaps use them for wets). Not set on style or color but looking at Gold FR, if anyone's interested take a look and give me some feedback??
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-om/
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-fr/
11-06-2019, 03:52 PM
Burning Brakes
Ive been after spare set of wheels for my 996.2 Cup, sourced a set needing refurb from Florida then realized (the hard way) Gen 1 & Gen 2 Cup have different fitment. Was difficult sorting the first used set so now looking at other options.
Option 1: A new set of BBS Motorsport factory wheels sourced through Allports (currently waiting on pricing) expecting 10K??
Option 2: Went to Big boys Toys, chatting to Simmons Wheels who have priced to make a custom centrelock set, my SC has Simmons as track wheels and I love them, the pricing seems reasonable at circa $6,500 for a set, I have two sets of BBS already so I also like the idea of something different (perhaps use them for wets). Not set on style or color but looking at Gold FR, if anyone's interested take a look and give me some feedback??
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-om/
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-fr/
Option 1: A new set of BBS Motorsport factory wheels sourced through Allports (currently waiting on pricing) expecting 10K??
Option 2: Went to Big boys Toys, chatting to Simmons Wheels who have priced to make a custom centrelock set, my SC has Simmons as track wheels and I love them, the pricing seems reasonable at circa $6,500 for a set, I have two sets of BBS already so I also like the idea of something different (perhaps use them for wets). Not set on style or color but looking at Gold FR, if anyone's interested take a look and give me some feedback??
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-om/
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-fr/
11-06-2019, 03:53 PM
Burning Brakes
Given up posting on FB, too many crazies.
Have been driving lots but no cars atm
SC is in T.A. for service, authority card etc, I have fitted road oriented tyres and raised the ride height, been using it for Sunday road drives, but plan on taking it to Puke next week if anyone is interested.
GT3: Started consuming oil/smoking, so sitting at Giltraps with the engine removed, compression was down in two cylinders, results are with Porsche Germany, awaiting weather it's a new engine or warranty repair.
996 CUP: In T.A for Engine & Gearbox rebuild. Ordered 30k+ of bits overseas awaiting arrival, lightweight bonnet, bumper, splitters, extra set of wheels, uprated axle kit, engine mount plate, power steering pump etc, should be a whopping customs bill
will be well over 100k thrown away after 1 year, if I was more handy I would have saved alot of money.
Its tested my resolve, brought it cheap, penny wise pound foolish. Nearly sold it but ended up just shutting my eyes and doubling down (was too far underwater anyway), not much spend making it look pretty, has done suspension etc prior so will hopefully get a good run out of it soon.
My sweet spot is the RSG stuff, road trip with mates, track days thrown in, drive home with a smile, the Cup will likely be tucked away and driven a few times per year, I don't have required passion to devote weekends to racing atm
So Puke next week in the 200hp club, then Taupo 30th November in the GT3 (provided I get it back), would be good to get a few more along for either.
Have been driving lots but no cars atm
SC is in T.A. for service, authority card etc, I have fitted road oriented tyres and raised the ride height, been using it for Sunday road drives, but plan on taking it to Puke next week if anyone is interested.
GT3: Started consuming oil/smoking, so sitting at Giltraps with the engine removed, compression was down in two cylinders, results are with Porsche Germany, awaiting weather it's a new engine or warranty repair.
996 CUP: In T.A for Engine & Gearbox rebuild. Ordered 30k+ of bits overseas awaiting arrival, lightweight bonnet, bumper, splitters, extra set of wheels, uprated axle kit, engine mount plate, power steering pump etc, should be a whopping customs bill
will be well over 100k thrown away after 1 year, if I was more handy I would have saved alot of money.Its tested my resolve, brought it cheap, penny wise pound foolish. Nearly sold it but ended up just shutting my eyes and doubling down (was too far underwater anyway), not much spend making it look pretty, has done suspension etc prior so will hopefully get a good run out of it soon.
My sweet spot is the RSG stuff, road trip with mates, track days thrown in, drive home with a smile, the Cup will likely be tucked away and driven a few times per year, I don't have required passion to devote weekends to racing atm
So Puke next week in the 200hp club, then Taupo 30th November in the GT3 (provided I get it back), would be good to get a few more along for either.
11-06-2019, 05:52 PM
Instructor
Ive been after spare set of wheels for my 996.2 Cup, sourced a set needing refurb from Florida then realized (the hard way) Gen 1 & Gen 2 Cup have different fitment. Was difficult sorting the first used set so now looking at other options.
Option 1: A new set of BBS Motorsport factory wheels sourced through Allports (currently waiting on pricing) expecting 10K??
Option 2: Went to Big boys Toys, chatting to Simmons Wheels who have priced to make a custom centrelock set, my SC has Simmons as track wheels and I love them, the pricing seems reasonable at circa $6,500 for a set, I have two sets of BBS already so I also like the idea of something different (perhaps use them for wets). Not set on style or color but looking at Gold FR, if anyone's interested take a look and give me some feedback??
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-om/
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-fr/
Option 1: A new set of BBS Motorsport factory wheels sourced through Allports (currently waiting on pricing) expecting 10K??
Option 2: Went to Big boys Toys, chatting to Simmons Wheels who have priced to make a custom centrelock set, my SC has Simmons as track wheels and I love them, the pricing seems reasonable at circa $6,500 for a set, I have two sets of BBS already so I also like the idea of something different (perhaps use them for wets). Not set on style or color but looking at Gold FR, if anyone's interested take a look and give me some feedback??
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-om/
https://www.simmonswheels.com.au/whe...ch-simmons-fr/
I have been lusting after Augment Wheels https://www.augmentwheels.com .....they are making classic designs in a large wheel size, would love to put some on my 928.
I sea freighted some 18" Panamera wheels on a pallet from the UK for the 928, what a PITA.