Just bought an '01 996tt
 

Hello guys, just bought an '01 911 turbo with 47K miles on it. I also own an M6 but am testing the water with the Porsche. My nearest dealer is in Dallas-Ft. Worth (5 hrs away), so I'm really stepping out on this one. I come from a family who's own 4 911's back in the 70's (E, S, T, and SC), a 944 turbo and I personally owned a 916 back in college. Just wanted to get back into them.

Planning on selling the M6 and getting a new 7 series sometime soon.

One thing that I wish somebody could steer me towards is a reputable mechanic/tuner in the DFW area (or closer) that could help me keep this thing running and maybe a few hop ups. Our local bimmer dealer has one mechanic that can change oil and minor stuff, but I'd like to know somebody I can go to for any major things that will inevitably pop up.

Thanks a bunch for your help...

John

Congratulations!

If you hit the search function on here, you will find nearly anything you need to work on your car yourself and I am certain that someone from your area will give the thumbs up on a mechanic for you.

Beautiful car. How do you like it so far?

Welcome aboard and enjoy the car. I have heard good things about RUF in DFW but I am sure others will chime in shortly.

I like it a bunch so far, but have only driven it about 100 miles around town. It's alot different from the M6. More of a sports car vs a grand touring car. A little rougher ride, noisier, much better grip, bout the same acceleration, etc. I'll be able to say more in a few weeks when I've been around it some more. I had to use the manual just to fill up a couple of days ago! hilarious

John

Congrats! That is one sweet ride. Be sure to post some video clips when you get a chance.

Congrats!

I take it you picked it up from Alderson Benz in Lubbock, TX?

I spoke to the prior owner about it before he traded it in. Great buy for the miles.

I flip the gas nozzle upside down to fill mine.....so the hose is going "up"....fills much better. This and many more facts are in here..

Good luck!

Jeff

Congrats on the purchase!

great color for sure ..... john i think most in the dfw area will suggest ruf but i really like and trust the shop foreman at autobahn porsche in fort worth. his name is jeff knoeble and he won't bs you or upcharge you.

Congrats! I have an 01 with 40k miles that I have had for over 4 years now, and mostly trouble free. The only real "repair" was a CEL engine sensor. Enjoy it, they are great cars.

Congrats and welcome aboard! Love the color!

Echo for RUF in Dallas. Top notch work.

Boost Logic is in TEXAS!!

Ruf, no question