Porsche owners here?

[stealthTT]

Gorgeous vehicle. I really like the new look you put on it. Was it expensive putting OEM parts on? I only ask because I have a 2002 996 Turbo that ive been dieing to put a GT2 aerokit on, but im not sure if doing OEM is worth the extra money. (~10k for OEM vs ~4k for aftermarket). Anyway, looks like whoever installed the bumper did a great job on it. Congrats on the sweet SUV.

Here's a couple recent shots of my Turbo. It has been flashed, running about 1.2 bar now (which I think is around 17-18 PSI) and has a Fabspeed exhaust. Its extremely loud and Ill probably put something quieter later on. I have 18" Kinesis K-58s on it and love them.

that is what I want also, a 996 turbo with a GT2 or Techart kit.
About the parts for your car. If you could trace them, like part numbers (I can give you the PET program fro all the Porsche cars so that you can make a list of what you need), I would say go for OEM. There aren't any products better than original, just Techart or Mansory, but we are speaking about a lot of cash.
What I would do if I were you: First check for prices on what you need with pelicanparts.com, they have great service and they know what they are doing.
Also, you could check for used parts on 6speedonline or rennlist or renntech. I've seen bumpers and other parts popping for sale from time to time at great prices.
So, my advise, If you can go with OEM even if these parts aren't new.

as for Fabspeed, they are not the greatest when it comes to quality or sound, but they are cheap and they DO stand up on their products.
My pipes from them got rusted, the fitment wasn't great and also they weren't as stated, mandrel bent, BUT they had replaced mine in due time and paid expensive shipping to send them here, with NO expenses from my side. Didnt had the same problems with the last ones.

Ilie

[Stealthdriver]

The other issue is if I'm willing on spending that much on the car, wouldn't I rather use the 10k for o24/18g turbos, supermarket intercoolers, and upgraded fuel system to get another 200-250 horsepower? Sigh, just something i'll have to decide on at some point.