Best change you made to your 911
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ONEOFNONE (08-06-2021)
#77
DSC for sure. TBH, the way the car behaved prior to DSC was quite disappointing.
NM Automotive CarPlay/Android Auto unit is a close second. Android Auto is dope.
I've also really enjoyed some of the small cosmetic changes I've made:
NM Automotive CarPlay/Android Auto unit is a close second. Android Auto is dope.
I've also really enjoyed some of the small cosmetic changes I've made:
- LED clear side markers
- Grills for the front radiators
- Custom Porsche emblem + new film for the front end
- Removing the chrome badges and cleaning up the rear bumper (rear bumper was re-sprayed by a previous owner, and they didn't do a great job on it). New "PORSCHE" emblem in matte black
- Taillights tinted
- Ceramic powder coating the PSE exhaust tips matte black
- Replaced centre console armrest with the 991.2 top-stitched version
- Function First shift ****
- Smokers package (I didn't replace the wiring harness, just wanted to clean up the centre console appearance)
- Wheel spacers
- Replaced incandescent bulbs with LED (frunk, glove box, doors)
Jim
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#79
I would be in the same boat if i wasnt lucky enough to include my wife in the purchase process when my first 991.1S got totaled in a crash.
I almost let the revised improvements (and there are plenty on the .2 cars) lure me into buying a .2 GTS. Was on the fence for weeks. Talking May 2020, inventory was flush and I had weeks to decide on a local .2 GTS and "T" at the local dealer... took the wife with me (also an enthusiast ) and after 3 trips to the dealer (and half dozen test drives - Thank you Porsche Southpoint) she reminded me to take a step back, and think hard about what I love about a "911".. she asked me what I really want from the car when the flare of powr/tq and launch control has subsided... and sure enough she was right.. back to the .1 cars i went. Cant thank her enough
.2 cars are better in almost every way.. just not in the way I personally want the 911 to be.. no reason for popcorn or argument..
I almost let the revised improvements (and there are plenty on the .2 cars) lure me into buying a .2 GTS. Was on the fence for weeks. Talking May 2020, inventory was flush and I had weeks to decide on a local .2 GTS and "T" at the local dealer... took the wife with me (also an enthusiast ) and after 3 trips to the dealer (and half dozen test drives - Thank you Porsche Southpoint) she reminded me to take a step back, and think hard about what I love about a "911".. she asked me what I really want from the car when the flare of powr/tq and launch control has subsided... and sure enough she was right.. back to the .1 cars i went. Cant thank her enough
.2 cars are better in almost every way.. just not in the way I personally want the 911 to be.. no reason for popcorn or argument..
Ok, that was funny.
#80
Box stock 2017 C2 here. Heck, I haven't even changed out the amber corner marker lights.
Since mine started out in NY, when I drove it down to FL after purchase June '19, I had tint put on the windows and sunroof. That and Weathertech floor mats are about it. Good thread though, gives me lots of things to think about for the future.
Since mine started out in NY, when I drove it down to FL after purchase June '19, I had tint put on the windows and sunroof. That and Weathertech floor mats are about it. Good thread though, gives me lots of things to think about for the future.
#81
This is my 1st Porsche 911, purchased it at the beginning of the Covid19 crises (4/20/20) a 2013 911 C4 with 14.5K miles. I love the car and it's true from what I've read on Reenlist from one of the enthusiast that you be addicted on doing upgrades. The following are thus far what I have done and improved to the 991. I also did a PPF as a DIY, have the link here if you wish to check it out and maybe take on the challenge.
The 1st day I bought the car pic.
And now, after the upgrades
1. Installed rear view Camera
2. SOUL performance exhaust
3. Tint windows.
4. Black HRE FF01 wheel upgrade
5. PPF Xpel Ultimate Plus the fronk, and the bumper.
6. Ceramic coated the entire car and the wheels.
7. Replaced side markers to clear LED's
8. Replaced al the interior light bulbs to LED, much better and less power consumption
9. Front Emblem replaced with Black and silver. ( not shown in the pic)
My PPF link
https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1248...ose-diy-s.html
1st day in the show room
After the upgrades.....
The 1st day I bought the car pic.
And now, after the upgrades
1. Installed rear view Camera
2. SOUL performance exhaust
3. Tint windows.
4. Black HRE FF01 wheel upgrade
5. PPF Xpel Ultimate Plus the fronk, and the bumper.
6. Ceramic coated the entire car and the wheels.
7. Replaced side markers to clear LED's
8. Replaced al the interior light bulbs to LED, much better and less power consumption
9. Front Emblem replaced with Black and silver. ( not shown in the pic)
My PPF link
https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1248...ose-diy-s.html
1st day in the show room
After the upgrades.....
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https://rennlist.com/forums/991/1140...ust-input.html
Good luck!
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Kelsey (07-25-2021)
#86
@Got_Corners? Looks great! This wing has been on my short list. Would love to see that wing fully deployed. Would you happen to have any pics of it deployed and/or from other angles.
Note, the wing should not be fixed closed as it moves around independently for stability and cooling of the car. I’ve also checked with multiple dealerships who’ve told me it cannot be programmed to only raise to ‘mid-height’.
#87
Well actually come to think of it, I did make one small change that I liked a lot.
It turns out these VW Audi door striker covers are a common part, and they fit fine on my 991: (I had them on my 981S as well).
"Striker Protector Volkswagen"
It finishes off the striker, and adds a little spacer to the door shut, possibly (might be my imagination, of course) making for a more secure "thonk" as the door closes. It takes like five seconds to put on, there's a little slit that you open and slip the cover over the striker, then smooth it in place.
It turns out these VW Audi door striker covers are a common part, and they fit fine on my 991: (I had them on my 981S as well).
"Striker Protector Volkswagen"
It finishes off the striker, and adds a little spacer to the door shut, possibly (might be my imagination, of course) making for a more secure "thonk" as the door closes. It takes like five seconds to put on, there's a little slit that you open and slip the cover over the striker, then smooth it in place.
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SConn (07-25-2021)
#88
2016 GTS manual.
1. 991.2 GTS steering wheel.
2. GT4 shifter.
3. Full soul exhaust/header system.
4. Cobb tune (meh. Nothing like tuning a turbo engine.)
5. Clear side markers.
6. De-badging.
7. Paint correction and ceramic coating.
8. Radiator grills. Certainly improves the look as well as protecting expensive parts.
9. Appropriate offsets. 15mm rear 8mm front.
The most meaningful upgrades for me are the shifter and exhaust.
1. 991.2 GTS steering wheel.
2. GT4 shifter.
3. Full soul exhaust/header system.
4. Cobb tune (meh. Nothing like tuning a turbo engine.)
5. Clear side markers.
6. De-badging.
7. Paint correction and ceramic coating.
8. Radiator grills. Certainly improves the look as well as protecting expensive parts.
9. Appropriate offsets. 15mm rear 8mm front.
The most meaningful upgrades for me are the shifter and exhaust.
Last edited by spraguedawley; 07-25-2021 at 02:27 PM.
#89
Best Change for me:
- Pure luck in finding our 991.1 TTS for an absolute bargain basement price last August, before prices went nuts
- Custom installation of Escort CI and Stinger laser jammers. Total stealth installation that has saved me a minimum of $5K in tickets.
- DSC Controller - Best bang for the buck performance modification one can make. Learning how to make adjustments with the DSC Tuning software let me find the setups that work best for me in both Normal and Sport
- Adding wireless Apple Car Play to our 991