992 and 991 on the street together...
10-26-2018, 07:02 AM
#32
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
We all know what it’s going to look like and drive like and trust me there won’t be any rabbits pulled out of a hat at the unveiling so it’s pointless to pretend that anyone who is skeptical will suddenly rejoice upon their first viewing and test drive. That’s never happened as long as I’ve been in this game.
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Love your passion and caring... but... dang!!!
S
10-26-2018, 03:18 PM
#33
Rennlist Member
I had a 991. I sold it after driving the Alfa 4c.
I didn't buy the Alfa for other reasons (garage too full), but driving it showed me that a car can evoke pure joy.
After that I could no longer fully enjoy my 991. Even though I used to track and autocross it heavily, I can't remember it ever bringing me as much joy as the little 4c did on a relatively short drive.
I don't want this to sound like Porsche bashing - I love the company and its history. But something's gone amiss, from my perspective.
Not sure if the 992 can fix it. I have my doubts.
I didn't buy the Alfa for other reasons (garage too full), but driving it showed me that a car can evoke pure joy.
After that I could no longer fully enjoy my 991. Even though I used to track and autocross it heavily, I can't remember it ever bringing me as much joy as the little 4c did on a relatively short drive.
I don't want this to sound like Porsche bashing - I love the company and its history. But something's gone amiss, from my perspective.
Not sure if the 992 can fix it. I have my doubts.
10-26-2018, 03:30 PM
#34
Instructor
There have been front-engined cars heavier than the 911 that put an ear-to-ear smile on my face.
My old E90 BMW 335i had a sublime steering feel despite being a 4-door sedan.
I found it to be better than the contemporary Cayman, which was lighter and mid-engined.
Last edited by simplex; 10-28-2018 at 08:42 AM.
10-27-2018, 09:18 AM
#36
Rennlist Member
I had a 991. I sold it after driving the Alfa 4c.
I didn't buy the Alfa for other reasons (garage too full), but driving it showed me that a car can evoke pure joy.
After that I could no longer fully enjoy my 991. Even though I used to track and autocross it heavily, I can't remember it ever bringing me as much joy as the little 4c did on a relatively short drive.
I still own a Porsche, the Macan Turbo. Wife daily commutes in it and complains that it's too soft, albeit luxirios.
I don't want this to sound like Porsche bashing - I love the
company and its history. But something's gone amiss, from my perspective.
Not sure if the 992 can fix it. I have my doubts.
I didn't buy the Alfa for other reasons (garage too full), but driving it showed me that a car can evoke pure joy.
After that I could no longer fully enjoy my 991. Even though I used to track and autocross it heavily, I can't remember it ever bringing me as much joy as the little 4c did on a relatively short drive.
I still own a Porsche, the Macan Turbo. Wife daily commutes in it and complains that it's too soft, albeit luxirios.
I don't want this to sound like Porsche bashing - I love the
company and its history. But something's gone amiss, from my perspective.
Not sure if the 992 can fix it. I have my doubts.
10-28-2018, 09:27 PM
#37
I agree, which is why I find it funny to see 991 owners firing up the #NotMy911 machine. I mean, I can see being disappointed if you're more into the older cars and were never totally on board with the 991 look, but if you already like the 991's body/exterior I don't see a lot to hate on with these subtle changes.
10-30-2018, 12:07 PM
#38
11-01-2018, 12:12 PM
#43
Three Wheelin'
Likes:
Wide boy rear
Nothing radical about it. Why mess with something already so well done
Dislikes:
BMW shifter for PDK
black plastic body work
3rd brake light - what is up with that? If looks like something you'd see on a bad lego model.
Wide boy rear
Nothing radical about it. Why mess with something already so well done
Dislikes:
BMW shifter for PDK
black plastic body work
3rd brake light - what is up with that? If looks like something you'd see on a bad lego model.
11-06-2018, 11:24 AM
#44
Three Wheelin'
The point your missing is that IF people continue to buy these cars with all their missteps, the next design rollout will only be WORSE.
No one asked us what we wanted, Porsche doesn't poll large groups of current model owners before designing the next ( well, the right people anyways).
It's only through complaining and getting people to open their eyes that we even have a chance of making things better. If we stop buying them they will be forced to make changes. If we keep accepting them then they will just continue on.... Seems pretty simple to me, oh by the way, this method works just as well in politics. The only problem is getting enough people to agree with each other.......
No one asked us what we wanted, Porsche doesn't poll large groups of current model owners before designing the next ( well, the right people anyways).
It's only through complaining and getting people to open their eyes that we even have a chance of making things better. If we stop buying them they will be forced to make changes. If we keep accepting them then they will just continue on.... Seems pretty simple to me, oh by the way, this method works just as well in politics. The only problem is getting enough people to agree with each other.......
11-06-2018, 11:25 AM
#45
Three Wheelin'
The car isn't finished yet...............