markpetersonii

I'm new here and I am looking to buy a 996TT. I have been looking online for one and I have noticed that there are much more 01s for sale than 02-05 996s. Is there a reason for that?

I have been reading a ton all around the forum and haven't really come across a clear answer. Was there a large issue with the 01 vs other years that I'm not coming across?

Thanks all!

rmc1148

On autotrader there were 47 2001s out of 144 and you have to consider they made as far as I know fewer 2004-5s. I'm sure some one will break down the numbers exactly lol. If you do a search you will find many discussions on your question. The 2001 has no glove box and some say there is added reinforcement to the chassis in later years= some say not. Also different radio formats/interior **** finishes etc.. I love the 996tt because it still has some of the old 911 feel and the no glove box is one of the reasons I chose the 2001. You cant go wrong with any year in my opinion.

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the only "large" issue with them is the potentiality for second gear popout which has seemed to plague 01-02's only, and though the 02 was the last year with the analogue stereo that sounds better too ( pre MOST ). having said that, you're better off with an 02 thru 04, since you'll pay a hefty premium for an 05 "s".

and personally i like knowing where stuff i put in the glove box is lol

rmc1148

Original poster do a search on second gear pop out and you will hear varied responses. There is storage in arm rests that hold most needed paper work etc I do not need storage as my car is only for pleasure but agreed would be nice if you had to use every day.

Brick

I believe there were a lot more 2001's produced, therefore more cars available to be sold and traded. It is most likely not due to a problem with the cars at all.

zblake

OP: You really need an 02 that has already had every upgrade known to man invested in it. Like mine for sale: http://www.carsauto.com/2002-porsche...upe-c-926.htm?

markpetersonii

Oh ok, I was looking on cars.com and there are many more 01s on there for sale. I knew about the lack of a glove box, but that doesn't worry me. I don't really use them anyway. Thanks!

Thanks for the ad, but if I bought one I'd get one that was stock. I like to do work myself and I like to track my progression. If I got a car that had everything already, it wouldn't be that much fun now would it? More expensive, yes...

leftlane

There are a lot of cars for sale because there are a lot of sellers who don't fully appreciate how awesome their cars are.

The 996TT is the supercar bargain of the century. Buy the newest, best example you can afford and then enjoy the hell out out of it. You'll never be able to tell the difference between any of the years anyway so don't stress about it - focus on maintenance and condition instead.

markpetersonii

I've been noticing that. I'm selling my current car right now to get one. haha

jpflip

Production per year:

2001: 5324 coupe
2002: 5908 coupe
2003: 4322 coupe, 308 cabriolet
2004: 1273 coupe, 3099 cabriolet, 2 S coupe, 3 S cabriolet.
2005: 122 coupe, 127 cabriolet, 598 S coupe, 960 S cabriolet….

Richard.

stock markets crashed after 2001, its really very simple

Stephencs601

Was a model year that many were sold, hence; why so many for sale.

soltino

Keen man, keen.


tino

oMenRC51

2001s suck except for the nice bumperettes.

I was recently dicing with a 7GT3 with my bucket and felt good after that track session.