Finally Got to Drive the 911SC Around Today
#1
Finally Got to Drive the 911SC Around Today
I bought it about 3 weeks ago and have only been able to take a reall ride with it today. It's in storage for the winter, but today was beatiful out.
So here's what I noticed:
1. I don't know if it's because I have a Momo steering wheel, but half of the speedometer (from 70 MPH up) is blocked. I have to move my head to see it. Same thing with the oil temp gauge. (It think.) Anyone else?
2. Other than every once in a while not fully shifting into second gear (the throw is pretty long), I actually am not having much of a problem with the 915 gearbox. I kind of like it. I was reading about all these aftermarket gate shifters you can add the other day and was thinking I was going to need one...especially coming from a 944 gearbox. But now I just think I want to add the factory short shift kit and leave it alone. I like the way it feels.
3. Car came with a GHL single in/out exhaust. Sounds great. Not overly loud and no resonance. I can actually listen to the radio.
4. There is a very interesting smell that the car has. Almost like exhaust, but not really. Best way I can describe it.
5. Love the manual steering and the solid suspension.
Overall it's just like nothing I've ever felt before. I love it. Can't wait to auto X in the spring!
So here's what I noticed:
1. I don't know if it's because I have a Momo steering wheel, but half of the speedometer (from 70 MPH up) is blocked. I have to move my head to see it. Same thing with the oil temp gauge. (It think.) Anyone else?
2. Other than every once in a while not fully shifting into second gear (the throw is pretty long), I actually am not having much of a problem with the 915 gearbox. I kind of like it. I was reading about all these aftermarket gate shifters you can add the other day and was thinking I was going to need one...especially coming from a 944 gearbox. But now I just think I want to add the factory short shift kit and leave it alone. I like the way it feels.
3. Car came with a GHL single in/out exhaust. Sounds great. Not overly loud and no resonance. I can actually listen to the radio.
4. There is a very interesting smell that the car has. Almost like exhaust, but not really. Best way I can describe it.
5. Love the manual steering and the solid suspension.
Overall it's just like nothing I've ever felt before. I love it. Can't wait to auto X in the spring!
#2
my gauges are slightly covered the same way with the stock wheel, I think I can do 130-140 kmph before it gets covered so who needs to know their speed after that?!
I get the same smell in mine, I think it's when I use the heater, maybe bringing in some nice exhaust fumes?
I get the same smell in mine, I think it's when I use the heater, maybe bringing in some nice exhaust fumes?
#3
I have a MOMO steering wheel on my Carrera and cannot see the tops of any of my gauges unless I duck. I'm used to it now. Yes, the gearbox is unique. When I first test drove an SC, I told the dealer that I thought the gearbox was broken. So I tried another SC. The 2nd one felt the exact same way, as did #3 and #4. After about 30 minutes, I knew exactly how to shift it.
My car smells a little bit like oil, and a hint of diesel, but mostly like a small 4-passenger aircraft. I love the way old cars smell...
Speaking of smell, above 4,000 RPM with the heaters on, I get some engine smell through the cabin. Not exhaust, per se, but just "engine."
My car has a stock exhaust - there is no reason to change it. I did, however, saw off the top of the airbox cover so that I can hear the induction noises better. It's commonly done on the 3.2 Carrera because the car is generally quiet, but I don't know if the SCs need any help. They have a better engine note from inside the cabin.
I drove 4 SCs and 5 Carreras. I really like the SC a bit more, but the Carrera was more practical for me. Overall, the SC is quite an impressive car.
My car smells a little bit like oil, and a hint of diesel, but mostly like a small 4-passenger aircraft. I love the way old cars smell...
Speaking of smell, above 4,000 RPM with the heaters on, I get some engine smell through the cabin. Not exhaust, per se, but just "engine."
My car has a stock exhaust - there is no reason to change it. I did, however, saw off the top of the airbox cover so that I can hear the induction noises better. It's commonly done on the 3.2 Carrera because the car is generally quiet, but I don't know if the SCs need any help. They have a better engine note from inside the cabin.
I drove 4 SCs and 5 Carreras. I really like the SC a bit more, but the Carrera was more practical for me. Overall, the SC is quite an impressive car.
#4
same here with the guages and the smell...i love the smell of porsche in the morning
i have the factory short shift kit too...takes a bit of getting used to and you have to be very positive with your shifts but its good
i have the factory short shift kit too...takes a bit of getting used to and you have to be very positive with your shifts but its good
#5
Originally Posted by arbeitm
1. I don't know if it's because I have a Momo steering wheel, but half of the speedometer (from 70 MPH up) is blocked. I have to move my head to see it. Same thing with the oil temp gauge. (It think.) Anyone else?
My wife says my car smells like an old Beetle - pretty apt description.
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#8
I have the same smell with mine as well. Especially when it is warmed up and then I really let the acceleration go with the heater on. Something addicting. Better than that weed my friends had the other day.
#11
Originally Posted by Spider911
...Always remember to crack a window to ensure there is no carbon monoxide that can harm you...
#13
Originally Posted by theiceman
so what exactly are you doing inside that car ???????
#14
didn't someone say 911 heat is hitlers revenge for WW 2 ?
actually I have the same issue. my wife often complains her feet are getting burned so I just shove the slider over a little so some of it comes out of the defroster vents. The heat comes out so weakly I don't want to give any of it away with the fresh air blower....
actually I have the same issue. my wife often complains her feet are getting burned so I just shove the slider over a little so some of it comes out of the defroster vents. The heat comes out so weakly I don't want to give any of it away with the fresh air blower....
#15
God I love living in Florida, I feel sorry for you guys that have long winters...I always have both windows completely down and the sunroof is "almost" always open while I am driving.
I never use the ac either and it has a brand new unit....thinking about removing all the ac junk.
I never use the ac either and it has a brand new unit....thinking about removing all the ac junk.