Best thing about owning a 993
10-27-2010, 04:23 AM
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That priceless sound and feel when shutting either of the doors. The Layout and relative size of the 5 gauges. The shape of each rear side window just takes you back to the very first 911's. The kids just love the cossetted feel they get when sinking down into the rear seats. The deep pile quality carpet, more akin to that found in a Rolls or Bentley. Increasing rarity amongst the daily commute traffic, I also haven't seen another 993 since I've owned mine (3 months). To have a car that the owners community knows more about than the main dealers. No cam belts (I also have an F-car that has to have an engine out belt change every 3 to 5 years). 6 speed manual transmission in a car that is 14~15yrs old. A Porsche model that seems to attract 'admiration' rather than 'jealous envy' and all the bad things the latter can cause.
10-27-2010, 12:20 PM
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That priceless sound and feel when shutting either of the doors. The Layout and relative size of the 5 gauges. The shape of each rear side window just takes you back to the very first 911's. The kids just love the cossetted feel they get when sinking down into the rear seats. The deep pile quality carpet, more akin to that found in a Rolls or Bentley. Increasing rarity amongst the daily commute traffic, I also haven't seen another 993 since I've owned mine (3 months). To have a car that the owners community knows more about than the main dealers. No cam belts (I also have an F-car that has to have an engine out belt change every 3 to 5 years). 6 speed manual transmission in a car that is 14~15yrs old. A Porsche model that seems to attract 'admiration' rather than 'jealous envy' and all the bad things the latter can cause.
May I add some,
Feel of the steering wheel, unbelievable brakes, fatter rear tires, pissers for the headlights, heated side mirrors, ability to shift as fast as you can push the peddles, automatic deck lid/spoiler. dry sum, and huge oil capacity, the sound of the fan, the feel of acceleration when going to the red line between 2nd & 3rd, curves of that body, O-MY, Stop ME!!
10-27-2010, 01:50 PM
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Craig
10-27-2010, 01:52 PM
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not picking on you, but i don't really get the fascination with the door "clink".
i was in OZ a few years ago and heard that sound, i looked up expecting to see a 993, but it was an early 70's VW bug!
at least its all-in-the-family.
cheers
Craig
i was in OZ a few years ago and heard that sound, i looked up expecting to see a 993, but it was an early 70's VW bug!
at least its all-in-the-family.
cheers
Craig
10-27-2010, 01:57 PM
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Just picking out a few things that really resonate with me too.
thanks for sharing
Craig
10-28-2010, 01:36 AM
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#1 Reason: it's the perfect balance of old and new: classic 911 heritage and modern practical amenities. From the exterior lines to the interior layout, to the tactile connection I have when driving. She's a true sports car that makes me feel like I'm driving a car with real racer heritage yet can live with and enjoy without compromise on a daily basis.
#2 Reason: it's mine!
Edward
#2 Reason: it's mine!
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10-28-2010, 03:56 AM
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My favorite doors were actually on my E46 BMW. Friggin' bank vault... "CHUNK!" I believe that other BMWs are that way as well.
10-28-2010, 11:29 AM
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I totally get the door sound fascination. My dad had a early 944s when I was a child and the second I got in my car to test drive it the sounds is the same and brought me back instantly. I love it. The smell also... the newer pcars lost that smell. I also love being attached to the car and not worrying about when the newer model is coming out like I have on all other cars I have owned - I dont want the newer model.