996 vs 997
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Saint Louis.
Originally Posted by dgcate
aahh...but the headlights, grasshopper, make all the difference
that hint of tradition is class
that hint of tradition is class
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Saint Louis.
Originally Posted by dgcate
Headlights on the 996
can anyone say "New Coke"
Given time, whoever came up with that 996 headlight design would've put the ignition switch on the steering column
can anyone say "New Coke"
Given time, whoever came up with that 996 headlight design would've put the ignition switch on the steering column
Ok, ok, GREAT analogy. When it comes down to it, the standard round hlights are the best.
Racer
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: Mission Viejo, CA
I love my 996 but I am under no illusions when it is compared to the 997. The 997 is slightly quicker, faster, better handling, is a little better looking and has a better interior (although I find the full-leather optioned interior in my 996 to be very nice - other than some of the cheap plastics scattered about).
Take nothing away from my 996, but Porsche has moved the game on - as it should.
Take nothing away from my 996, but Porsche has moved the game on - as it should.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2005
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Whenever I see these "upgrade" questions, I always go to the value quotient since I'm not made of stars.......or money.
The difference $$ wise between say a 2001 and a 2005 "S" is like $35-$40k. Damn, I can buy a nice 2nd rig for that difference.
How about keeping your 996 and buying one of the following as a play car:
'63-'64 Corvette
Ferrari 308
Ferrari 348 (if you look carefully)
Lotus Espirit
Lotus Elise
BMW M3
Gen 1 Viper
NSX
Caddy CTS-V
1st Gen Camaro
New 4-door Jeep
The list goes on and on........I just don't see a $35k difference between the two
The difference $$ wise between say a 2001 and a 2005 "S" is like $35-$40k. Damn, I can buy a nice 2nd rig for that difference.
How about keeping your 996 and buying one of the following as a play car:
'63-'64 Corvette
Ferrari 308
Ferrari 348 (if you look carefully)
Lotus Espirit
Lotus Elise
BMW M3
Gen 1 Viper
NSX
Caddy CTS-V
1st Gen Camaro
New 4-door Jeep
The list goes on and on........I just don't see a $35k difference between the two
Racer
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 415
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From: Wisconsin, USA
My "ideal" is in progress. My 996, (see signature for present details), is getting a 997S engine, 997S Eurosport exhaust system, and a new ECU. It's lighter than the 997, and should fly. (Making the best of a coolant leak blown engine, and I've gone from deflation to excitement).
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Three Wheelin'
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,799
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From: Delaware
Originally Posted by speedread
My "ideal" is in progress. My 996, (see signature for present details), is getting a 997S engine, 997S Eurosport exhaust system, and a new ECU. It's lighter than the 997, and should fly. (Making the best of a coolant leak blown engine, and I've gone from deflation to excitement).
Banned
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 3,473
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From: Pacific Northwest
Originally Posted by speedread
My "ideal" is in progress. My 996, (see signature for present details), is getting a 997S engine, 997S Eurosport exhaust system, and a new ECU. It's lighter than the 997, and should fly. (Making the best of a coolant leak blown engine, and I've gone from deflation to excitement).
chassis, suspension, brakes are all upgraded in the 997
Rennlist Member
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: New Jersey
Originally Posted by Shark
Whenever I see these "upgrade" questions, I always go to the value quotient since I'm not made of stars.......or money.
The difference $$ wise between say a 2001 and a 2005 "S" is like $35-$40k. Damn, I can buy a nice 2nd rig for that difference.
How about keeping your 996 and buying one of the following as a play car:
'63-'64 Corvette
Ferrari 308
Ferrari 348 (if you look carefully)
Lotus Espirit
Lotus Elise
BMW M3
Gen 1 Viper
NSX
Caddy CTS-V
1st Gen Camaro
New 4-door Jeep
The list goes on and on........I just don't see a $35k difference between the two
The difference $$ wise between say a 2001 and a 2005 "S" is like $35-$40k. Damn, I can buy a nice 2nd rig for that difference.
How about keeping your 996 and buying one of the following as a play car:
'63-'64 Corvette
Ferrari 308
Ferrari 348 (if you look carefully)
Lotus Espirit
Lotus Elise
BMW M3
Gen 1 Viper
NSX
Caddy CTS-V
1st Gen Camaro
New 4-door Jeep
The list goes on and on........I just don't see a $35k difference between the two
Out of that list, I would keep my 02 C4S and buy an Elise or NSX as a play car
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Newport Beach, Ca.
Originally Posted by Benjamin Choi
it'll never feel as good as the 997s as the 911 is more than just the engine.
chassis, suspension, brakes are all upgraded in the 997
chassis, suspension, brakes are all upgraded in the 997
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 1,660
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From: Toronto, Canada
Originally Posted by Benjamin Choi
it'll never feel as good as the 997s as the 911 is more than just the engine.
chassis, suspension, brakes are all upgraded in the 997
chassis, suspension, brakes are all upgraded in the 997