trestlenewport

which is a better car and why

Dharn55

If it is a '97 you should be asking this question in the 993 forum. For 996's there were no C2S' and the C4S did not start until '03 I think.

trestlenewport

my bad..A friend of mind is in the mkt and curious which is more desireable

1997 C2s VS 2002 C4S

Dennis C

The 996 C4S started with the MK II cars in 2002.

As for the answer to the original question, it depends on the buyer. It would be hard to pass up a 97 C2S if it's in good shape. The 993 is a beautiful car, and regarded by many to be one of the best 911s ever made. It's the last of the air-cooled cars.

The 996 C4S is also a wonderful car, but it is not viewed as collectable. They were produced in larger numbers, they are water cooled, etc. That being said, the 996 is more civilized, has more modern safety features, it's all wheel drive, and would probably make a better daily driver.

Really, it's all up to your friend's tastes and how he wants to use the car.

ArneeA

Depends on who is "desiring."

The 993 attract certain enthusiasts, as do the 996s...but they're not mutually exclusive.

trestlenewport

if both cars have same miles--- which one would command more $ in todays market?

race911

Flipping yours already?

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/2256991037.html

trestlenewport

hey ken.. no i am not. i have a buddy who is lurking to get one and not sure if he wants a 996 or 993

jumper5836

993S is a nice desirable car, probably would lose a lot less $ then the 9964S if your planning on selling it down the road.
The 9964S is faster, looks in my opinion are that I love them both but the 993 interior is dated and unless it has a 3 spoke wheel it really turns me off.
The 993S is special I wouldn't drive it everyday. The 9964S is not so special and a great daily driver and occasional track car.

race911

So that's not your car in the Craigslist ad? Arena Red '97 coupe w/ 90K and a lot of work claimed to have been done........seemed spot on to what you bought last month. Even the area where you live, if I remembered from our talking when you bought the other one in '06 or '07. Sorry if I got it wrong.

911Gr8tness

Actually this is the same car for sale. He sent me some pictures which appear to be nice, but it raises questions why he's selling the car so soon. Responses I've received over the phone differ from what I've read here on rennlist, especially when asked about any paint work and the Cyl 5 leaks.

Apparently is selling the 97 C2 for a 97C2S he is about to purchase.

trestlenewport

is my car .... i am just testing the mkt to see if theres any interest. i dont see myself selling it unless i get wht i want for it.