Iconic Mezger vs. Early-1999
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You obviously haven't driven my Subaru Crosstrek.
Now this thread has me reminiscing about the '99. It was a total creampuff and I got it for a killer price. I put OEM GT3 suspension on it, Gundo modded the mufflers, did some minor maintenance, and just enjoyed it.
Driving a slow car fast is more fun than driving a fast car slow.
Driving a slow car fast is more fun than driving a fast car slow.
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TopPorscheFan (06-10-2022)
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@bdronsick Now that you’ve sold your ‘99 and have had your Turbo for a while, how do you feel about your decision? Any regrets?
I’m thinking about selling my ‘00 C2 manual coupe for a ‘01 Turbo and was wondering if you have any words of wisdom to share.
I’m thinking about selling my ‘00 C2 manual coupe for a ‘01 Turbo and was wondering if you have any words of wisdom to share.
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Two different awesome cars.
@bdronsick Now that you’ve sold your ‘99 and have had your Turbo for a while, how do you feel about your decision? Any regrets?
I’m thinking about selling my ‘00 C2 manual coupe for a ‘01 Turbo and was wondering if you have any words of wisdom to share.
I’m thinking about selling my ‘00 C2 manual coupe for a ‘01 Turbo and was wondering if you have any words of wisdom to share.
like about each and the reason why would you choose to drive one or the other. Test driving a turbo will not tell you what these cars are all about. Also if you get a turbo go for the 03, two reasons last mezger block stamp made in Germany, the transmission is the modified g50 no issue like the 01 and 02 when they pop out of second gear. I only have between $22-23k in the 99 so far so it’s not like I spent a ton of money on a pristine 996 coupe. Hope this helps.
The silver surfer and the dark knight. Two completely cool different kids.
Last edited by 3/98 911 coupe; 08-26-2022 at 12:33 PM.
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Thanks! Unfortunately I’m limited to a single 996 as a “fun” daily driver (also have a longhood in a garage) so it’s either Carrera or Turbo. I’ve had the C2 for three years now so maybe it’s just time for something different.
What you’re saying about a test drive not revealing the true nature of a car rings very true and describes exactly my experience with Porsches so far. You need a long-term ownership to truly tell what they’re about.
Maybe I’ll get back to a C2 after some time and then have a chance to go for an early 99.
What you’re saying about a test drive not revealing the true nature of a car rings very true and describes exactly my experience with Porsches so far. You need a long-term ownership to truly tell what they’re about.
Maybe I’ll get back to a C2 after some time and then have a chance to go for an early 99.