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Old 05-22-2012, 12:24 AM
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I think I just sold my Cayenne Turbo S. Center of gravity and handling almost enough, but not quite.

I had a 944 S2 in the past and was spoiled with the balance/handling.

So I'm looking for a coupe.

I test drove a 08 911 S and while the ride was bumpy in the city, it seemed like it might be MORE comfortable because of the handling/balance. More comfortable than the cayenne or a regular sedan. If I did get a turbo, it would likely be a 02 or 03.

I'm looking for a daily driver mainly, a car that I would try to find excuses to jump in and drive. I drive 300 miles south on the weekends, and just errands during the week (I walk to work).

Would a 911 be comfortable enought for my 49 year-old 225 lb sorry butt? I mean the ride.

I think I'd be okay with a 968 or even a 944, but I'd need to find a ding free and well maintained nice rider. Could use some help here as well.

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I think you'll have to just drive one and decide for yourself. It's clearly not the most comfortable car I own, but it's my favorite and long trips don't really bother me. I find the seats comfortable and supportive.

It's not my DD, but for the use you describe I would be fine with it as my primary car.
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I did 1700 miles (2700km in my language) over 4 days a couple of weeks ago.

So your 300 miles on a weekend would be easy.
I did not have a problem with the comfort, (any more than doing that sork of distance in any car)

One of the days I drove from 6:30 am to 5 pm only stopping for fuel and food. I must admit that i did enjoy my first beer that night.

Go for it they are great
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It's a Porsche thing, either you get it or you don't.

But you will never know until you try.

And by Porsche, I really mean 911.
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Do 996s and 997s count as a Porsche?
Old 05-22-2012, 09:04 AM
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Originally Posted by 90S2C
Do 996s and 997s count as a Porsche?
These are both 911s
Old 05-22-2012, 11:57 AM
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Originally Posted by wross996tt
These are both 911s
The internal numbers 964, 993,996,997, 991 many come and go, but 911 is forevever. We drive 911 s!
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Yes, I was just wondering if the air cooled versions are considered more "Porsche".
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Originally Posted by 90S2C
Yes, I was just wondering if the air cooled versions are considered more "Porsche".
They may be to the guys who only have air cooled ones.
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Drive a 996 TT and a 06 997 S and 997 non S back to back to decide,I did and bought a Jag XK but had some nerve issues in my left leg that have since healed.
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for me - the stock 996TT suspension felt softer and more comfortable over long distances than my cayenne S if thats what you are looking for. not sure on the cayenne turbo with the air ride stuff.

for that same reason, I tore it out and put motons on it
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You may not like the stock seats if you're a larger framed guy but other than that a Turbo sounds like fun for the kind of driving you're talking about. The thing is a highway star.
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Originally Posted by 90S2C
Yes, I was just wondering if the air cooled versions are considered more "Porsche".
Possibly, but then only by the mouldiest of the Mouldy Figs.
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Originally Posted by 90S2C
Do 996s and 997s count as a Porsche?
DUDE
You come on here asking advice from guys that HAVE ponied up and put their cash on the table with these toys.
You then mock them / us / me

why be like this?

I have all the time in the world to help people enjoy their cars particually porsches and am prepared to GIVE my time / advice / opinion to a complete stranger on the other side of the world.

All i ask in return is the respect that I have showen.

YOU FAILED
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Originally Posted by 90S2C
Do 996s and 997s count as a Porsche?
You drive a Cayenne and you post this?


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