Want to buy a Porsche. How do I do that?

[FnG]magnolia

[FnG]magnolia

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Hi folks, not a trick question/answer set up

Not having done this before as our day to day cars are a Mazda and a Hyundai but if I were in a position where I could buy a 'nice' car this one exact model, how would I approach that? Not concerned about the $$$ so much as the who to speak to - is it via Porsche dealers, private sales, something else?

Bear in mind we're in NZ so personal recommendations probably won't work so well if UK-based and no, I'm not mal_x (seems to be banned now, lol) but essentially: would like to buy a, for us, nice car for the first time - what do we do and what do we avoid?

Thanks folks x
 
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When you say Mazda, do you mean a rear wheel drive model? What Porsche are you looking at? A mommy wagon or performance car?

I honestly can't tell when you're taking the pee at times tbh, especially with that link.
 
[FnG]magnolia said:
Hi folks, not a trick question/answer set up

Not having done this before as our day to day cars are a Mazda and a Hyundai but if I were in a position where I could buy a 'nice' car like this exact model, how would I approach that? Not concerned about the $$$ so much as the who to speak to - is it via Porsche dealers, private sales, something else?

Bear in mind we're in NZ so personal recommendations probably won't work so well if UK-based and no, I'm not mal_x (seems to be banned now, lol) but essentially: would like to buy a, for us, nice car for the first time - what do we do and what do we avoid?

Thanks folks x
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That link doesn't go to a Porsche? What is it, 911, Cayman?
 
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Sorry, my bad copy/paste skills. Should be correct now.

e: for sake of completeness: GT3 RS
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What is the fastest car you've ever driven?

Was it rear wheel drive or not?

You're going to get yourself killed jumping into bed with a high performance rear wheel if you've no experience of rear wheel vehicles. Aim for something like an Audi R8 if you've never driven anything fast before, you're a bit of a love hate member for me but the last thing I want is for you to wrap yourself around a lamp post. You'll spend considerably less to boot, there's plenty of power there for some fun and they handle extremely well.
 
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[FnG]magnolia said:
Thank you, and fair points. I've never driven anything particularly flash, hence the questions.

Circumstances are good and looking for advice.
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2015 Audi R8 for sale - Listing #1017976 | Auto Trader NZ

2015 Audi R8 4.2 V8 FSI Spyder Quattro S-Tronic (Dual-Clutch) Facelift Model, Only 32,000kms from new!, Upgraded 19 inch BC Forged Lightweight Sports Alloys in Dark Grey, Facelift super-quick S-Tronic...
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This isn't terrible I don't think? You could probably knock 5-10k off with an offer, that's a lot of fun and speed for the price. Not sure if a convertible would be my route but isn't the weather in NZ usually really good?

If you've never driven anything quick before and want some fun go for a four wheel drive, the R8 is basically a Lambo in another skin last I checked.
 
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Is this a serious thread? :D

A GT3RS is a full blown track tool, and terrible to drive on normal roads, if you absolutely want a GT3, avoid the RS and look at the standard GT3 or the GT3 touring.

Even then, I think the standard 992 would be much better, unless you absolutely just want a GT3
 
is this a serious thread? :D

Yeah, it is, unusually. I might have the wrong car choice (likely) and am looking for something a tier or two down perhaps. As I said, circumstance is giving options and I know what I think I want but that's maybe not the right outcome.


e: typo.
 
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