997 to 993?
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Actually, one always anticipates the steering wheel being different in another vehicle but it is all the other little things that one wouldnt think of until actually stepped in.
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No kidding. Floormats or sq corners on the hood are about the last things I look at when sampling a car for the first time. Let's see-
Seating position, sound when starting, mechanicals while disengaging clutch, acceleration, torque, sound, stopping, handling....
Seating position, sound when starting, mechanicals while disengaging clutch, acceleration, torque, sound, stopping, handling....
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Don't feel bad, I didn't know this either until I bought my 97 so equipped.
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True, but when going from one generation 911 to an older generation ( as opposed from going from a 997 to a vette for example) these are the things a 997 owner will notice going into the older car even before the key is twisted.
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Maybe it can't handle 100+ degree Texas temps, but I found the AC on my 993 to be wonderful on 90+ degree, super humid days. Absolutely no issues for me and in marked contrast to the subpar and anemic AC system in my old 3.2 Carrera.
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I went from an 06 Boxster to the 993. I love the retro dash, the power, the classic look, the aircooled sound, the quality build, the visibility.
I miss the short shift, AC that works in hot weather, gas mileage, and the superior handling.
I miss the short shift, AC that works in hot weather, gas mileage, and the superior handling.
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I guess I am one of those rare birds that traded in their 997.1S for a 993.
I miss the horsepower, stereo and NAV but that is it.
I prefer the 993 because it is a more visceral and connected driving experience. I know exactly what that car is doing at all times. I can also rotate the car which wasn't really possible with the 997.
I also love WOT acceleration. In the 997 I could do so for about 5 seconds before Johnny law might take interest. In the 993 I can row through several gears before I am over the limit. Much more fun.
My 993 is lowered and has H&R coilovers, drop links, etc. I handles so much more precisely than the 997. It is also more compact and maneuverable.
The 993 sounds so much better than the 997. It offsets the poor stereo, which I can always upgrade if I choose.
Looks are another reason. The 993 wins this contest hands down IMHO.
The first thing I noticed when I got in was the floor mounted pedals. Those felt very strange to me at first. Now I don't even notice. Also, the 993 is an ocean of vinyl while my 997 was full leather. Vinyl lasts longer but doesn't smell as nice. I actually kinda like the oil smell of the 993--not sure why, just do.
The 993 is not quite a DD for me but pretty close. I drive it more than the 997 that is for sure. I don't mind heavy traffic even with an RS clutch and light weight flywheel. It gives me something to do while stuck in traffic.
All told, no regrets here. I plan to keep Gitta (the 993) for a long time and only miss Mitzy (the 997.1) on those rare occasions where I would like a little more horsepower. Also, Gitta was already transformed into a DE car before I bought it. I plan on starting DEs next year and am really looking forward to it.
I miss the horsepower, stereo and NAV but that is it.
I prefer the 993 because it is a more visceral and connected driving experience. I know exactly what that car is doing at all times. I can also rotate the car which wasn't really possible with the 997.
I also love WOT acceleration. In the 997 I could do so for about 5 seconds before Johnny law might take interest. In the 993 I can row through several gears before I am over the limit. Much more fun.
My 993 is lowered and has H&R coilovers, drop links, etc. I handles so much more precisely than the 997. It is also more compact and maneuverable.
The 993 sounds so much better than the 997. It offsets the poor stereo, which I can always upgrade if I choose.
Looks are another reason. The 993 wins this contest hands down IMHO.
The first thing I noticed when I got in was the floor mounted pedals. Those felt very strange to me at first. Now I don't even notice. Also, the 993 is an ocean of vinyl while my 997 was full leather. Vinyl lasts longer but doesn't smell as nice. I actually kinda like the oil smell of the 993--not sure why, just do.
The 993 is not quite a DD for me but pretty close. I drive it more than the 997 that is for sure. I don't mind heavy traffic even with an RS clutch and light weight flywheel. It gives me something to do while stuck in traffic.
All told, no regrets here. I plan to keep Gitta (the 993) for a long time and only miss Mitzy (the 997.1) on those rare occasions where I would like a little more horsepower. Also, Gitta was already transformed into a DE car before I bought it. I plan on starting DEs next year and am really looking forward to it.
