Need a 993 Turbo in my life
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Need a 993 Turbo in my life
The first Porsche I ever rode in was a black '95 993 C2. Was 15 so couldn't drive it but I remember it like I was yesterday.
Twenty years later, my first Porsche was a '16 Turbo S. Still crazy to think about that. Here we are 3 years later and I have my second Porsche, a 991.2 GT3. Even crazier to think about. And the stretch to buy the first car is the only reason I was fortunate enough to get the opportunity to spec the second car (MSRP).
I have never been able to shake the lust for an air-cooled car, but I can't go back to lower powered cars. I made the mistake the other day of driving a '96 993 Turbo and am 100% hooked. It ticks all the boxes: it sounds, drives, smells, feels amazing. And it should hold its value fairly well. I thought for a brief moment about trading the GT3 on it (I love it that much) but after driving my car again the only way I'll get a 993 is if I pair it with the GT3.
Anyway, thought I'd share my experience and see if anyone else had any similiar stories, words of wisdom, advice, etc. What a special car the 993 Turbo is.
Twenty years later, my first Porsche was a '16 Turbo S. Still crazy to think about that. Here we are 3 years later and I have my second Porsche, a 991.2 GT3. Even crazier to think about. And the stretch to buy the first car is the only reason I was fortunate enough to get the opportunity to spec the second car (MSRP).
I have never been able to shake the lust for an air-cooled car, but I can't go back to lower powered cars. I made the mistake the other day of driving a '96 993 Turbo and am 100% hooked. It ticks all the boxes: it sounds, drives, smells, feels amazing. And it should hold its value fairly well. I thought for a brief moment about trading the GT3 on it (I love it that much) but after driving my car again the only way I'll get a 993 is if I pair it with the GT3.
Anyway, thought I'd share my experience and see if anyone else had any similiar stories, words of wisdom, advice, etc. What a special car the 993 Turbo is.
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My first Porsche was a 991 Turbo S as well! A 991.2 GTS replaced it (needed a manual back in my life) and a 991.2 GT3 Touring replaced that. In the midst of hunting for the keeper 991, a 1995 993 also joined the stable. It’s a fair bit modded now for the track but it’s a nice flavor of rawness that compliments the Touring well.
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I own a 993TT and had the privilege of driving Ilko's RS build this past week. Both are great options.
993TT - power is awesome and almost overwhelms chassis.
993RS - regear plus weight removal and RS seats is a fun ride. The regear feels like there is plenty of power.
Cost would be similar for both. The 993 track car in classifieds is an appealing option as a base to start. Add back AC and sound deading bits with removal of cage will turn that car into a hoot of a drive under $60K.
993TT - power is awesome and almost overwhelms chassis.
993RS - regear plus weight removal and RS seats is a fun ride. The regear feels like there is plenty of power.
Cost would be similar for both. The 993 track car in classifieds is an appealing option as a base to start. Add back AC and sound deading bits with removal of cage will turn that car into a hoot of a drive under $60K.
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I've only driven a stock 993TT but it was just about perfect with the exception of the suspension and shifter. I have my eyes on a way too expensive car that has had a lot of the right mods done to it, which by my calculations I would spend anyway if I bought a completely stock car. Am I crazy to pay upper end 991.2 GT3 money for a 993TT?? The car I've found is the perfect color with the perfect options and mods; I would be willing to trade a child for this thing.
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^^ Sounds like you've answered your own question Bro!!
You only live once and not guaranteed tmrw. You wouldn't have started this thread if you really didn't WANT to do it. Sounds like you're trying to see if anyone will talk you OUT of doing it.
Don't think...Just DO IT!!
Seems like you do well for yourself at your fairly young age. Enjoy it man.
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^^ Sounds like you've answered your own question Bro!!
You only live once and not guaranteed tmrw. You wouldn't have started this thread if you really didn't WANT to do it. Sounds like you're trying to see if anyone will talk you OUT of doing it.
Don't think...Just DO IT!!
Seems like you do well for yourself at your fairly young age. Enjoy it man.
You only live once and not guaranteed tmrw. You wouldn't have started this thread if you really didn't WANT to do it. Sounds like you're trying to see if anyone will talk you OUT of doing it.
Don't think...Just DO IT!!
Seems like you do well for yourself at your fairly young age. Enjoy it man.
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Originally Posted by localmotion411
I've only driven a stock 993TT but it was just about perfect with the exception of the suspension and shifter. I have my eyes on a way too expensive car that has had a lot of the right mods done to it, which by my calculations I would spend anyway if I bought a completely stock car. Am I crazy to pay upper end 991.2 GT3 money for a 993TT?? The car I've found is the perfect color with the perfect options and mods; I would be willing to trade a child for this thing.
Suspension
Golden Rod short shift
200 cell cats
Fister D turbo muffler or Fabspeed muffler bypass. It is the last gen P turbo which can produce a decent exhaust noise.
Also manual boost gauge replacing clock.
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I’ve found a car that has had all the right mods done to it with the perfect spec I was after. I’ve totaled it all up and if I bought a car that needed all those items I would be in it for the same amount as the already done car.
Prefer to go ahead and spend the money for the right car rather than take on a project.
Prefer to go ahead and spend the money for the right car rather than take on a project.
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Do it. I’ve driven cars that are much faster but I find the acceleration in this car completely intoxicating. All I can say is that EVERY time I drive mine I get out with a great deal of satisfaction and a smile on my face.
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Get the TT while you have the opportunity. GT3s are easy to come by.
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I am considering keeping both but leaning towards trading the GT3. Pains me to do that though, as it was quite the experience specifying and ordering that car new. Almost like having another child.
#14
You already have one of the cars you want in your garage, specced exactly how you want it. Keep it. They're not making more 993TTs but they're not disappearing either. Give your finances a year, and see if you can add the TT then.
#15
If you have the space do it, but be warned you'll start savaging the world over for various tid bits of parts. GT oil cooler, suspension arms, shocks, the right spring rates, to 3 spoke steering or not?, the list goes on and the hunt is half the fun.