What's a guy to do? - new car pictures

[Aerkuld]

For a while now my girlfriend has been hinting that I need a newer car to replace the 944. You see I drive from Augusta to Charlotte frequently and she was really worried about the 944 breaking down, not that it has but I know what she means. No way was I goint to drive the '87 911 that much as it's too gorgeous to put too many miles on. I was very worried about this, you get spoiled driving a Porsche and just couldn't think of any 'ordinary' car I wanted to drive.
The good news is that it turned out really well. After a long series of discussions we managed to find something that would do the job to our satisfaction. We both went out looking at potential replacements at the weekend and did a lot of looking and test driving of vehicles in the price range and model years we were looking for before finding 'the one'.

So here it is. A stable mate to the '87 Carrera...







Beautiful Seal Grey with Charcoal Leather interior. It's a stunning car and I have a great girlfriend. My only trouble will be keeping her out of the drivers seat!
It's true what they say. Porsche - There is no substitute.

[ZOA NOM]

The least you could've done is matched the color.

[on-ramp]

they are both nice cars. however, I like the red one more

[Aerkuld]

Originally posted by on-ramp
they are both nice cars. however, I like the red one more

...and that's why I don't want to put too many miles on it.

Actually my girlfriend REALLY likes the '87 too. I think that's why she was interested in the other one.


As for the color, I was after something less attention grabbing than 'Arrest me Red' for regular transport. But those cars look great ZOANAS!

[Zeke]

Originally posted by Aerkuld
For a while now my girlfriend has been hinting that I need a newer car to replace the 944... My only trouble will be keeping her out of the drivers seat!

Sounds like a clever woman.

[livi]

You are a lucky man in more than one way, obviously! What a gorgeous pair of vehicles. Envious? Moi!?

[ZOA NOM]

Just turned 200k in the daily driver and rebuilt the race car's motor after 170k. There's just nothing like the G50 cars. Your new Carrera looks sweet, and I bet the hot Georgia summers will be a little easier to handle.

[azasadny]

Gorgeous car! Congratulations!

[carnutzzz]

What color is the red one- same as mine?

Doesn't look like guards- could be the cam.

My car lived in SC until I bought it in '05.

[Scott98]

That's an absolutely beautiful car. I see you got the '02 with the 3.6 as well. I drove an '01 once and loved it. One day I hope to buy a 996. Have fun!

Scott

[Aerkuld]

Originally posted by carnutzzz
What color is the red one- same as mine?

Doesn't look like guards- could be the cam.

My car lived in SC until I bought it in '05.

You're right - Carmine Red.

Thanks for all the comments. I am VERY lucky and still can't get over climate control WOW!

[azasadny]

I drove a '99 996 a few months ago and I still can't believe how fast and responsive it was! Magnificent car, I hope you're very happy with it!

[c019740]

You are sooooooo lucky to have a girl like that......and those cars too. They are awesome!

[78silver]

Nice car but how about a picture of the girlfriend! J/K