Driving tips sought by new owner...

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Originally Posted by coachb

I too am a new owner and would like some tips. Seems odd to drive around town in second or third gear so much, what RPM do most people shift up at for around town driving. Thanks

Just take time to get used to the clutch. When Iam casually driving I shift from 1st-2nd at 3300RPM,2nd-3rd,3rd-4th,4th-5th at 3000 RPM. Whenever I drop under 2000 RPM I downshift. If you bought your car used like me I recommend that you buy Chevron Fuel System Cleaner every 3k miles for 9k. I would also recommend performing some DIY projects on your car unless it has had a service recently. Small projects like a new cabin filter,air filter,oil filter and oil change are fun to do and help you get to learn about your car. If you havent taken a look at the engine yet,you should,learning how to access the engine compartment and looking around and see if anything looks strange or funny. Another tip if not dropping the top under 50 degrees,( I beleive Porsche states 45,not sure) if you have a plastic rear window it can crack or break on you. You should also come to the forum often,you can learn ALOT on here like I have. Welcome abord.