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After starting with 914 2.0, I vowed to own a 911 forever. The year and model changed ('74 S, '78 SC).
Ok, an '08 Boxster RS-60 snuck in before the I got back on track with a "12.5 991.1. It is so good that its my 911 forever again. And that's for sure if they keep PDK out of upcoming Boxster Spyders/GTSs.
Ok, an '08 Boxster RS-60 snuck in before the I got back on track with a "12.5 991.1. It is so good that its my 911 forever again. And that's for sure if they keep PDK out of upcoming Boxster Spyders/GTSs.
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I have "newcaritis" as well. I buy them planning to keep them for while, then a year or two later I'm already looking because there's always something new and exciting out there. But I've noticed the older I get (and I'm only 42), the harder it is to find cars that truly excite me. My C7 Grandsport was exciting. But I worried about the myriad of issues that plagued the C7, so I didn't keep it even 6 months.
I wanted something that aged like a fine wine. Something that even 20 years later, would still turn heads. Something with a special heritage. I felt like the 911 was that car. It'll always be a "Porsche 911." I'm hoping it cures my affliction! Only time will tell.
I wanted something that aged like a fine wine. Something that even 20 years later, would still turn heads. Something with a special heritage. I felt like the 911 was that car. It'll always be a "Porsche 911." I'm hoping it cures my affliction! Only time will tell.
Hoping my 991.2 GTS survives years and I don't get a weird itch to upgrade to something else e.g. GT3.
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It's a good thing they're still out of my price range!
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Lets face it, as I enter the “ok Boomer” era, I feel less and less the need to get the latest and best. For me, the 991.1 is the best balance of speed, old tech/new tech (if you call big switches old tech). I know there is a huge debate among owners/enthusiasts about which is the ultimate 911. But you know what? There is never going to be a resolution to that question. It is all in you mind. For me, If for some reason I have to replace it with another Porsche, it may be the up and coming 718 4.0 NA Boxster, or another 991 (even a 991.2 if it means native CarPlay).
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Personally I find the best way not to get ''tired'' of a car is to own another car for Daily chores. I'm always excited to see my car if I don't get to drive it everyday. It's psychological, we all take things for granted when they become a habit. also that car need to be a bit boring :-)
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My 991.1 - like may 911's of old it gets slower and slower and more and more special.
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Personally I find the best way not to get ''tired'' of a car is to own another car for Daily chores. I'm always excited to see my car if I don't get to drive it everyday. It's psychological, we all take things for granted when they become a habit. also that car need to be a bit boring :-)
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Personally I find the best way not to get ''tired'' of a car is to own another car for Daily chores. I'm always excited to see my car if I don't get to drive it everyday. It's psychological, we all take things for granted when they become a habit. also that car need to be a bit boring :-)
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Personally I find the best way not to get ''tired'' of a car is to own another car for Daily chores. I'm always excited to see my car if I don't get to drive it everyday. It's psychological, we all take things for granted when they become a habit. also that car need to be a bit boring :-)
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I have "newcaritis" as well. I buy them planning to keep them for while, then a year or two later I'm already looking because there's always something new and exciting out there. But I've noticed the older I get (and I'm only 42), the harder it is to find cars that truly excite me. My C7 Grandsport was exciting. But I worried about the myriad of issues that plagued the C7, so I didn't keep it even 6 months.
I wanted something that aged like a fine wine. Something that even 20 years later, would still turn heads. Something with a special heritage. I felt like the 911 was that car. It'll always be a "Porsche 911." I'm hoping it cures my affliction! Only time will tell.
I wanted something that aged like a fine wine. Something that even 20 years later, would still turn heads. Something with a special heritage. I felt like the 911 was that car. It'll always be a "Porsche 911." I'm hoping it cures my affliction! Only time will tell.
I'm curious what the C8 Z06 will be, and also glance at a Challenger Hellcat manual, Camaro SS 1LE manual, or a GT350 sometimes as I think this may be the peak (maybe last) generation of V8 manual transmission muscle cars. There are some interesting trucks out there too - Raptor and 6.2 AT4 for example. We'll see, but if the right car comes along at the right price, I'll go there for a while and enjoy the experience.
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To me there is nothing that special about the 991 series. I do love mine but its far from a forever car to me. I'll drive it and move on when I'm bored which is usually in 1-2 years. A tune might extend my drive time however. My eyes are already starting to wonder a bit. I drove a 992 the other day and know I'll likely own one in the future. There are cars I wish I had back like my 3.6 turbo, that was a special car I just did not know how special at the time.
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