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Re: New Member Check-In, North Augusta, SC
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2025 7:00 am
by blueline
MaxE wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 6:36 am
Hello to All,
My first ride in a Porsche was many moons ago in a 68 912. It was amazing. Have owned many fun cars such as the S2000, TR-6, Mini Cooper, my current ride being a Subaru BRZ (also known as a poorsche - I know some will roll your eyes, lol), etc, but never a Porsche.
Now retired wanting a 912 Targa, however my problem is the Augusta GA area. Augusta is the 2nd largest city in Georgia behind Hot-Lanta and there is no certified mechanic that I can find that can do real/quality work on a 912. So any help finding one is appreciated. If there’s a mechanic looking for an opportunity, this just might be it. THANKS!!!
Welcome to Carpokes from a fellow southern states resident!
Your local PCA would be a great place to start a search for a good 912 mechanic. Members in the regions are usually the best sources of contacts and can also share vital feedback and experiences. You are in Zone 3 PCA (as am I) and think Augusta is in the Ocmulgee region or possibly Peachstate.
https://www.ocmulgeepca.com/
https://www.peachstatepca.org/
Also, don't overlook your area's Porsche dealerships. Many have excellent certified mechanics that specialize in older gen 911s.
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2025 7:03 am
by blueline
Bouch1989 wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 6:03 am
New member here in NJ
Retired from communications work and a business owner.
Recent purchased 1987 911 Targa (guards red)
Had such a great experience flying to visit the "new" car and meeting a fellow Porsche enthusiast and making the deal. Transport pi king it up today. I think even my wife may like this one. Warm weather is just around the corner.....ice cream run time.
Welcome to Carpokes! Enjoy the new to you Targa and post pics when you can - love pics here!
https://www.carpokes.com/viewtopic.php?t=410
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:00 pm
by Lantern Rouge
FNG from North Georgia USA.
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:12 pm
by P_Coastal
Lantern Rouge wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:00 pm
FNG from North Georgia USA.
Welcome to Carpokes
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:45 pm
by WillyDaP
Love the Blue and you need to get your GTS over to Atlanta Motorsports Park or Road Atlanta once you get those break in miles completed. One of my best friends in High School is in your part of Georgia and having driven those cool back roads in Northern Georgia I know you will have a blast getting those miles built up. Enjoy and from another GTS owner, feel free to ask any questions on this site, folks are super helpful.
Welcome,
Bill P
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2025 5:31 pm
by Larry C
Lantern Rouge wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:00 pm
FNG from North Georgia USA.
Welcome to Carpokes and thanks for joining. BTW, beautiful car!
Regards,
Larry
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sun Mar 09, 2025 10:32 am
by Lantern Rouge
WillyDaP wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:45 pm
Love the Blue and you need to get your GTS over to Atlanta Motorsports Park or Road Atlanta once you get those break in miles completed. One of my best friends in High School is in your part of Georgia and having driven those cool back roads in Northern Georgia I know you will have a blast getting those miles built up. Enjoy and from another GTS owner, feel free to ask any questions on this site, folks are super helpful.
Welcome,
Bill P
Thanks. I got it in November so have (painfully) gotten through the break-in period. I am actually planning a route up near AMP for Wednesday.
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sun Mar 09, 2025 10:38 am
by blueline
Lantern Rouge wrote: Sun Mar 09, 2025 10:32 am
WillyDaP wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:45 pm
Love the Blue and you need to get your GTS over to Atlanta Motorsports Park or Road Atlanta once you get those break in miles completed. One of my best friends in High School is in your part of Georgia and having driven those cool back roads in Northern Georgia I know you will have a blast getting those miles built up. Enjoy and from another GTS owner, feel free to ask any questions on this site, folks are super helpful.
Welcome,
Bill P
Thanks. I got it in November so have (painfully) gotten through the break-in period. I am actually planning a route up near AMP for Wednesday.
Have fun on the drive!
I'd like to get back to AMP - it's a fun track. The drive down from TN features some nice roads getting there, especially as you get near to the Dawsonville area.
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Sun Mar 09, 2025 11:23 am
by Tom
Lantern Rouge wrote: Sat Mar 08, 2025 3:00 pm
FNG from North Georgia USA.
Beautiful car! Welcome aboard Carpokes!
Re: New Member Check-In
Posted: Mon Mar 10, 2025 11:05 am
by twesr
First Porsche: 1978 924, 1980 924 turbo should have not sold when the 2012 Panamera S4 was bought.
Now, I have a 2016 911 Carrera 4 GTS Use the car for pleasure and track workouts.
Tim from Latham NY PCA Member.
Real estate Appraiser and broker.