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  • Опубліковано 29 вер 2016
  • Want to know how to buy a Porsche 911 996? This is sort of a 996 buyers guide. You see I've been after a certain used car for ages. I've done loads of research, seen many dogs. Almost bought one, but it fell through as it had an engine problem. Then I found this. Is it the right car? Should I have bought it. Hmmmm... Watch the video and let me know!
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  • @sbomorse
    @sbomorse 7 років тому +43

    That grin when you agreed to buy it was brilliant! It's always exciting buying your dream motor.

  • @AtomicAutopsy
    @AtomicAutopsy 7 років тому +653

    the seller dose not look like he want to sell anything

    • @evoermine
      @evoermine 7 років тому +66

      AtomicAutopsy I suspect the deal was done before they actually filmed the video.

    • @theyruinedyoutubeagain
      @theyruinedyoutubeagain 7 років тому +94

      that makes him a good salesman

    • @cybertroy2
      @cybertroy2 7 років тому +64

      the kind of salesman u have to beg to take your money

    • @jeebus2121
      @jeebus2121 7 років тому +139

      He's probably not used to being filmed doing his job. And it's got to get a bit taxing with people saying 'Hold on, let me move the camera' over and over in the middle of a supposed non-stop conversation.

    • @CarswithB
      @CarswithB 7 років тому +18

      and selling a car that is not ready for sale!

  • @peter466
    @peter466 9 місяців тому +3

    Came back to this video today (same day Mat posted his collecting a 992 GT3RS video). Amazing. Also nuts to see how cheap 996s uses to be!

  • @mrle0719
    @mrle0719 7 років тому +17

    "a 16 year old car, and it's just so tight"
    6:35 Did I hear right? XD

  • @HemantSomnathe
    @HemantSomnathe 7 років тому +4

    Mat looked so happy with his car! Very original man, I wish you the best and may life give you a brand new 911!!!

  • @clairebannister4749
    @clairebannister4749 7 років тому +5

    Should be fine Matt. I bought a 3.2 Targa from them years ago - it was fine. They price their cars keenly and turn them over, rather than ask a high price and hold stock for too long. That's why they don't offer discount. check suspension bushes.

  • @LVJANISLV
    @LVJANISLV 7 років тому +270

    next week on car wow... Mat loses his license after doing 125 mph on the m6

    • @joemacleod-iredale2888
      @joemacleod-iredale2888 7 років тому +3

      LV when I learnt to drive my uncle told me the M6 toll had no speed limit (not true). My ford puma did 130mph and I was very lucky not to get caught!

    • @joemacleod-iredale2888
      @joemacleod-iredale2888 7 років тому +2

      supercooled Good point, don't drive that fast kids, not a good idea!

    • @SKAlj
      @SKAlj 7 років тому

      LV actually somebody vandalized it by jumping on the roof. Mat isn't too happy about it lol

    • @bhafcshuaib
      @bhafcshuaib 4 роки тому

      @@joemacleod-iredale2888 as far as I recall no fixed cameras on M6 toll. M40 wins best UK motorway for speeding (except for unmarked cars).

  • @MiyuruWeerarathna
    @MiyuruWeerarathna 7 років тому +1

    Congrats Matt! Very nice to see a normal guy who's not ultra rich as well get your dream car! You love cars and make us love cars with your honest reviews, which are the best consumer reviews on the net. Love you Matt! And drive the dream... good luck. Looking forward for more reviews. Great work Carwow!

  • @roblombardi7099
    @roblombardi7099 7 років тому +16

    Great car Mat, you deserve it, now to get it nicely detailed, enjoy.

  • @usynnstradler
    @usynnstradler 7 років тому +1

    Honestly I love you man, love your personality, your humour and your videos. Keep it up!

  • @iot1452
    @iot1452 7 років тому +234

    Too bad it doesn't have iDrive. 😂

  • @AngloAmericanAutos
    @AngloAmericanAutos 7 років тому +277

    There is no way I would purchase any car from that sales rep.

    • @MajorKlanga
      @MajorKlanga 7 років тому +53

      But most of them are like that; shifty and know very little about cars.

    • @jerryrawlings8885
      @jerryrawlings8885 6 років тому +5

      Think that dealer has a reputation for clocking.

    • @alanwayte1688
      @alanwayte1688 5 років тому +2

      Porticraft have an excellent reputation

    • @rossdew6852
      @rossdew6852 5 років тому +1

      Why not? No point making that point and not giving a reason unless you just trying to clickbait

    • @winstonchurchill4561
      @winstonchurchill4561 4 роки тому +1

      Very good reputation this dealership been there a long time

  • @SiyathWidyaratne
    @SiyathWidyaratne 7 років тому

    I have to say Matt, I've never really liked 911s but your enthusiasm is slowly turning me around!

  • @Darren_1234
    @Darren_1234 7 років тому +1

    Hi Mat, been watching ur reviews since carbuyer, its great to know tat u've bought ur dream car, hope u'll enjoy every moment with ur dream car...all the best in ur career also.

  • @darrenloke5486
    @darrenloke5486 7 років тому +3

    No better feeling than living the dream Mat. Congrats.
    I will be dreaming my Porsche for many nights to come though.

  • @MiguelECubas
    @MiguelECubas 7 років тому +1

    Congrats!!! What a lovely car. Got me poking around for one here in the states. Love your channel! My go to for reviews. +10

  • @PriitKaru
    @PriitKaru 7 років тому +3

    I've always liked that incarnation of the 911. Of course I've always liked to be the fan of the underdog as well. Doesn't matter what "most people" think, as long as you find the right thing to yourself just stick with it and enjoy it!

  • @vecernicek2
    @vecernicek2 7 років тому +44

    Congrats! Let's hope this nine eleven won't turn out to be a disaster.

  • @pictures4urears
    @pictures4urears 7 років тому

    Refreshing that you were not pretentious with, I can absolutely relate to your experience! Always enjoy you videos!

  • @grdixon83
    @grdixon83 7 років тому +5

    Congrats Mat, I personally always like d 996 911, but @ the end of the day its more important that your happy with the car, never mind what other people think, thats the fun in life, we all have our personal likes & dislikes!

  • @jumboqk
    @jumboqk 7 років тому +1

    Love the video, different to your normal once, more like this please. Please show us your car collection.

  • @007knick
    @007knick 7 років тому

    Congrats on the new channel Mat!

  • @GrahamReid34
    @GrahamReid34 7 років тому +9

    love how the guy refuses to move on price yet his car he was selling was sub par, brakes, mot, servicing, window not working, I would have walked away, plenty more about, check Kenny Dunn in Edinburgh Porsche specialist.

  • @M1MyRifle
    @M1MyRifle 7 років тому +2

    Congrats! Looks like pure joy to drive that machine.

  • @amansayyed5539
    @amansayyed5539 7 років тому +1

    first of all congrats man... enjoy your new ride bro

  • @oOJakkeOo
    @oOJakkeOo 7 років тому +10

    Awesome video and seriously cool car!

  • @VG22.
    @VG22. 7 років тому +12

    Matt its never a mistake to buy or do something you've always wanted to do in life. You only live once... enjoy life. Thats what we are here for, to enjoy life

  • @TrayzVidz
    @TrayzVidz 7 років тому +5

    Matt made that dude nervous with his knowledge. haha. Gr8 pick Matt !!

  • @VoloKinProject
    @VoloKinProject 7 років тому +3

    Congrats man, dream come true.

  • @Frocobo
    @Frocobo 7 років тому

    'grats Matt. Have fun!
    I finally managed to get my dream car earlier this year. R34 Skyline with only 11k miles on it. It's such a special car to drive.
    Paid a lot but you can't beat that feeling when you at last get that ride you always wanted.

  • @wallyinparadise6519
    @wallyinparadise6519 7 років тому +1

    Congratulations Matt! Thanks for sharing

  • @steveakfr
    @steveakfr 7 років тому +1

    congrats Mat, well done! Enjoy your dream machine

  • @SamTaicho
    @SamTaicho 7 років тому +5

    I believe it's a good one Matt ! Congrates mate.

  • @ultrafloss492
    @ultrafloss492 7 років тому +1

    Congratulations and have fun! Just be sure to be safe at all times please!

  • @alxactly
    @alxactly 7 років тому

    i like these vlogs Matt, keep em coming boy

  • @d0718
    @d0718 7 років тому +4

    0:33 I just imagined how they staged this :D
    "Could you please open the door of that car and pretend you're being sick"

  • @MattuskoZ
    @MattuskoZ 7 років тому +2

    well done Matt, it's not perfect and that's why it's great! Most importantly you seem to Love it

  • @FoxRS
    @FoxRS 7 років тому +1

    Congratulations on buying your dream car! =) Hope you enjoy it and, hopefully, make some videos about it. Cheers!

  • @jo05dk
    @jo05dk 7 років тому +2

    Congratulations Mat. Looks like a fine example to me :)

  • @d0718
    @d0718 7 років тому +1

    More of these, please!!

  • @shensam
    @shensam 7 років тому

    I love that contrast colour and pure driving feeling !! Worth every cent

  • @theyruinedyoutubeagain
    @theyruinedyoutubeagain 7 років тому

    I really loved this, thank you Mat! I wish I was even 20% as knowledgable as you about buying a car, the first car I bought was an overpriced Passat that a year later has a ton of costly engine-related issues (and it's a late 2010 model).
    edit: congrats and enjoy the car, you deserve it

  • @izzelyy3189
    @izzelyy3189 7 років тому

    Hope to seen plenty of videos on it, congrats! :)

  • @nnr3
    @nnr3 7 років тому +1

    Congrats on your purchase, Matt!

  • @iantownsend5480
    @iantownsend5480 7 років тому +7

    Congrats Mat on your dream car

  • @DreamCarGarage1
    @DreamCarGarage1 7 років тому +2

    Wow! You are a really tough negotiator! You just beat this guy down and down. You got your 'haggle' on!

  • @mrlracer7
    @mrlracer7 7 років тому

    Happy for you mat, enjoy it!

  • @sinimini
    @sinimini 7 років тому

    Nice one Mat. Very thorough.

  • @ravs05
    @ravs05 7 років тому

    Brilliant!! Plz do more vlogs like this!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @mbrunocondello
    @mbrunocondello 7 років тому

    Well done !!!!! I've had a 3.4 - so much fun. I got a new iMS kit put on mine - but in hindsight - I reckon it could have stayed with out the upgrade. Great driving car :)

  • @Sandouras
    @Sandouras 7 років тому +3

    I actually like the different headlights of the 996 and find the 993 ghastly. So enjoy Matt!

  • @philnelson2607
    @philnelson2607 4 роки тому +1

    Watched this a few times Matt and decided it’s my time now to get one!! Same year as yours and have been worrying about a few usual horror stories but just need this I’m my life now!! 😁👌🏼 you still happy with your choice Matt now you’ve had some life with the car?? 🤔

  • @blackflagpirate3444
    @blackflagpirate3444 6 років тому +2

    The interior looks sweet mate 😊

  • @atthelord
    @atthelord 7 років тому +4

    Congratulations ! My dream car is a 911 as well :)
    Personal favourite is the 2.7 RS, but in no way can I buy one of those!
    Great choice mate, cheers

  • @Richard1976
    @Richard1976 7 років тому +8

    Leather should have been red. For me it looks like a dull car. A rear spoiler would make him less dull already.

    • @HemiLyfestyle
      @HemiLyfestyle 7 років тому +1

      yeah red would be great

    • @WhenYouFlying
      @WhenYouFlying 7 років тому +5

      i think hes seen enough red leather already

    • @acchaladka
      @acchaladka 7 років тому +2

      Quite like the blue plus tan combo actually. if he lived in a sunnier clime I'd even like a light blue.

  • @davidhayes4814
    @davidhayes4814 7 років тому +3

    Problem with buying older top end cars is that the bills can be crippling. This still represents nearly 25% of the original price. Only camper vans do better but they have van bills.

  • @alexanderdunning6586
    @alexanderdunning6586 7 років тому

    Love the more personal take on the format!

  • @pnthim
    @pnthim 7 років тому +4

    Congrats Mat!

  • @dehidro
    @dehidro 7 років тому +1

    Congrats mat and enjoy it.

  • @technik333
    @technik333 7 років тому

    Congrats on the new purchase, a very nice example indeed, enjoy!

  • @gustlschnitzelmoser455
    @gustlschnitzelmoser455 6 років тому

    Great video! Thanks for sharing this with us.

  • @1001speedster
    @1001speedster 7 років тому +1

    Congrats Matt!! Enjoy :)

  • @niyaazisaacs1990
    @niyaazisaacs1990 7 років тому

    REALLY ENJOYED THIS!!! WOW!!! Just stunning!!!! So sharing this!

  • @madekrishna668
    @madekrishna668 7 років тому +1

    Congratulations Mat!!!

  • @Carpassion19
    @Carpassion19 7 років тому +46

    'We never negociate on price' Well I would turn my back and walk out... What is that for bullshit and garage... So because its a Porsche? Well it's an old one and not that expensive. And it's evennot a real Porsche Dealer. The paint has some small issues and also the windows and some other little things. So yes negociate about the price is def. something I would have done... But oke Mat, nice car and Im sure you will enjoy this car. Have fun and im looking forward for new videos like this!

    • @z00h
      @z00h 7 років тому +2

      it's called supply and demand. google it.

    • @Carpassion19
      @Carpassion19 7 років тому +1

      Even with this supply and demand theory, it's possible to negociate. z00h

    • @z00h
      @z00h 7 років тому +2

      Carpassion19 it's not if you hold the market by the balls like the rolex does.

    • @mxdaw
      @mxdaw 7 років тому +1

      Porsche generally doesn't negotiate on price. it's not that specific dealer. I haven't owned one myself but I have heard this from multiple people already.

    • @maxmeier532
      @maxmeier532 6 років тому +5

      It's a 16 year old used car from some corner dealership. Ofc it has to be negotiable. Especially since he put a tag on the car, and after that Mat pointed out problems which the dealer only addressed in a half assed manner. I doubt he will have really put on new brake pads for example.

  • @awaisyousaf
    @awaisyousaf 7 років тому +3

    Congratulations Mat on buying your dream car. Have a good time.

  • @duncanidaho7494
    @duncanidaho7494 7 років тому

    Great car mate , I am happy for you =))) . I have the same colour combination ;). Make sure you drive safely haha !!!

  • @resnonverba137
    @resnonverba137 7 років тому +3

    Brave purchase. Tested the 3.4 and the 3.6 years ago and would never choose the 3.4 over the 3.6. The extra torque of the 3.6 makes all the difference and the headlights are a lot more attractive.

  • @j3xk72r9
    @j3xk72r9 7 років тому

    Congratulations Matt; it looks a lovely car. Please keep us informed about how it works out, because I am sure that many of us harbour similar dreams. You've probably single handedly added another £1000 to their value!

  • @yeety1208
    @yeety1208 5 років тому

    No MOT advisory notices since you got the car, mat, so well done

  • @Ioanides001
    @Ioanides001 7 років тому

    Bravo Matt! Many happy miles in it!!

  • @jimcotter2379
    @jimcotter2379 7 років тому

    Nice one Matt , enjoy !

  • @VenomEntertainmentfb
    @VenomEntertainmentfb 7 років тому +2

    NIce German Whip Matt! Enjoy your ride.

  • @AZdroptop
    @AZdroptop 7 років тому

    Enjoyed the video! Just picked up a 2002 C4 cab...Not sure why so many dislike the look of the 996? I think they are quite beautiful...Congrats.

  • @Ashen4g
    @Ashen4g 7 років тому +1

    one of my favourite porsches well done!!

  • @shouldigetit
    @shouldigetit 7 років тому

    Congrats! I love the contrast

  • @samiawda
    @samiawda 7 років тому

    good for you mate, congratulations!

  • @onpole01
    @onpole01 6 років тому

    Congratulations mate awesome purchase!

  • @Silversin1907
    @Silversin1907 7 років тому +1

    Congratz Mat!!

  • @ZR1GTV8AlQattan
    @ZR1GTV8AlQattan 7 років тому

    Best best best video for what questions you should ask when you go for car hunting
    It feels natural and no acting on it
    Can you do more for like used skylines or BMW 335i
    Like what stuff we should look for before we buy one?

  • @jw6871
    @jw6871 7 років тому

    LMFAO his face when he was talking to the dealer. He looks so excited, like a kid in a toyshop.

  • @skul1974
    @skul1974 7 років тому

    Spooky, I've been looking at getting a 996 for the past few months then my fav reviewer goes and buys one as well! I'd initially thought about the 3.4 but a higher miler as the IMS is less likely to be an issue. Then I do prefer the lights on the 3.6 and it has PSM especially on a C2! Bore scoring is something to be aware of but from my research the IMS and bore scoring and seal issues are not as much a problem as made out especially on these older cars! The older the car the less likely it is to be an issue! Buy it and maintain it, if it needs a new clutch get the IMS upgraded then? Oh, I do like the blue and beige combo! Mind you I've seen cheaper ones than £16k, saw a nice C4S on 70k for £17! That's likely to be a classic 996!

  • @AdamLeask
    @AdamLeask 7 років тому +2

    You should have taken Rebecca Jackson shopping with you. Knows her Porsches and I'm sure she could have negotiated a deal with the salesman! Cracking buy though Mat!

  • @andivalentinus2912
    @andivalentinus2912 7 років тому

    Congrats and enjoy your dream car , Matt

  • @Arlind22
    @Arlind22 7 років тому +10

    Honestly I would have not bought the car and the reason is simple. The car has low mileage and the salesman tells me it is a London car. So basically, the car has spent most of his life driving in the city, or at least the last 8 years which the salesman says they have been servicing it. I would rather have a second hand car which has spent most of his life in the highway (motorway) rather than a car which has low mileage and spent most of his life in the city.

    • @jbuckley2546
      @jbuckley2546 7 років тому +3

      Exactly my thoughts. Stop/start driving. Plus the comment about sweating oil?

    • @markm0000
      @markm0000 7 років тому

      Cold startup is the worst time for an engine as the bearings are dry for a few seconds. Multiply that by a billion for a car that lived its life in a city.

  • @FilimStar
    @FilimStar 7 років тому

    congratulations mr mat. if you can do more second hand sports car reviews would be interesting to see like for like comparisons with budget. how much car/ horse power can you actually get for your money.
    also if you could do a video on how to buy a second hand motor. what things to look out for etc. this video was interesting from that angle as well.

  • @sickfruit
    @sickfruit 7 років тому

    nice one Mat! happy days.....

  • @tokeszoltan7424
    @tokeszoltan7424 7 років тому +1

    nice car Mat, I hope you do a review on it :D

  • @dkrocks1717
    @dkrocks1717 7 років тому

    I gotta say I love the headlights and body shape of the 996, and with the gt3 wing it just looks mad. I like the 996 more than the newer Carreras with the small circular headlights

  • @pjvenda
    @pjvenda 7 років тому

    Good points around no driver aids and throttle cable. Also it's narrower than any newer 911. Congrats!!

  • @JH-zy1dj
    @JH-zy1dj 7 років тому

    Lets see you get the new sport exhaust, maybe some upgrades to get you some HP. Great video.

  • @JH-zy1dj
    @JH-zy1dj 7 років тому

    Hey Mate! I understand your love of the 911. I really don't care so much for cars but I do loves me a 911. I can't believe you got your 996 man. Please lets see more Porche videos.

  • @joaofarinha7953
    @joaofarinha7953 5 років тому

    Matt's face when the deal was done looked to me like a child in candy store 😂😂😂

  • @hwleitner2009
    @hwleitner2009 7 років тому

    Very enjoyable - more please. Salesman slippery as a Teflon coated eel.

  • @drivelinetime
    @drivelinetime 7 років тому +1

    Congratulations Mat!

  • @fatboydrop
    @fatboydrop 7 років тому

    Congratulations on the purchase Mat :-)

  • @JimBob_1975
    @JimBob_1975 7 років тому

    Having looked at some similar age Boxsters I must be one of the few that actually likes the headlamps! Nice colour.

  • @hiddenemperor653
    @hiddenemperor653 7 років тому

    Congratz on it Mat! :-)

  • @korgond
    @korgond 7 років тому +2

    You bought a great car to drive. older Porsches are the pure driving machines. congrats!

  • @NorwegianKicks
    @NorwegianKicks 7 років тому +1

    Congrats, Matt!