to "s" or not, that is my question
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Hi Guys,
I haven't posted much as I haven't had a P car in a couple of years. I'm just about ready to start with some serious shopping for an '05 997. I see the opinions expressed on C2 vs. C2S and I'd like some feedback. Personally, I always like to go for the extra power. From what I've read here and elsewhere the 3.8 can be modified with intake, exhaust and electronics to upwards of 380 hp or so, w/o fear of major issues. Comments / opinions? I value the input.
Rono
I haven't posted much as I haven't had a P car in a couple of years. I'm just about ready to start with some serious shopping for an '05 997. I see the opinions expressed on C2 vs. C2S and I'd like some feedback. Personally, I always like to go for the extra power. From what I've read here and elsewhere the 3.8 can be modified with intake, exhaust and electronics to upwards of 380 hp or so, w/o fear of major issues. Comments / opinions? I value the input.
Rono
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If you buy a porsche you buy it for its performance, so if you can afford it then go for it. You also get a few other goodies standard. But there is nothing wrong with a base carrera.
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I've owned both models, get the S now or get it later. There is a big difference in ride and handling in my opinion along with resale value. You will hear both sides, do a search it's been discussed many many times.
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Really depends on how you are going to use the car? I have the C2 and 95% of the time can't use all the power I have. Yes, the "S" has bigger brakes, but can't use them either. I also wanted 18" rims that are standard on the base. They ride better and are cheaper to replace than 19" tires.
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+1 to Bob in NY If you'll notice, all of the people on here telling you that the non-S is a better car are those that are driving, for whatever reason,......the base car.
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Hi Guys,
I haven't posted much as I haven't had a P car in a couple of years. I'm just about ready to start with some serious shopping for an '05 997. I see the opinions expressed on C2 vs. C2S and I'd like some feedback. Personally, I always like to go for the extra power. From what I've read here and elsewhere the 3.8 can be modified with intake, exhaust and electronics to upwards of 380 hp or so, w/o fear of major issues. Comments / opinions? I value the input.
Rono
I haven't posted much as I haven't had a P car in a couple of years. I'm just about ready to start with some serious shopping for an '05 997. I see the opinions expressed on C2 vs. C2S and I'd like some feedback. Personally, I always like to go for the extra power. From what I've read here and elsewhere the 3.8 can be modified with intake, exhaust and electronics to upwards of 380 hp or so, w/o fear of major issues. Comments / opinions? I value the input.
Rono
Bottom line they are both great cars.
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Nobody should ever have to defend buying a 911. They are are all awesome, any model even base model. You will enjoy all of them but I think you might enjoy the S more.
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dndodd-
Not to hijack this thread, but your mods read like a laundry list of things I'd like to do to my car over time. I haven't seen a post of yours where you summarize the overall effect of everything you've done. After everything, was the difference dramatic? Would you do it again, or do anything differently?
Thanks! -Mike
Not to hijack this thread, but your mods read like a laundry list of things I'd like to do to my car over time. I haven't seen a post of yours where you summarize the overall effect of everything you've done. After everything, was the difference dramatic? Would you do it again, or do anything differently?
Thanks! -Mike
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Buy the most car you can afford. It's much harder to upgrade things than you can imagine. The claims are everywhere by aftermarket tuners who will get you XX hp out of their stuff. Don't fall for most of that. Dynos can't tell you everything. There are several features of the S models that you don't want to miss out on. The lowered suspensin, the bi-xenons, etc.
You will later kick yourself for going cheap.
You will later kick yourself for going cheap.
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+1. I have a base and love it! But the OP seemed to indicate that HP is desired- which is a valid personal preference- and so in his case an S probably would be better. He should drive both and make the decision for himself, if he can.
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Power is not everything. There is a lot of things going for the base model.
For instance, it's lighter, so it's more nimble, the 3.6 is a wonderful engine, praise by many auto journalists (Excellence, GTPorsche...) for its linear power delivery.
Also you are free to configure it the way you want:
You don't have to go with the PASM or bi-xenons (save weight), less gadgets for a pure experience.
If the brakes are not good enough (track day) and want to save more weight, go with the PCCBs.
I wish Porsche would offer an even more basic model, like the 93 RS America, with no PCM, no sunroof, AC delete, no leather: Pure 911
For instance, it's lighter, so it's more nimble, the 3.6 is a wonderful engine, praise by many auto journalists (Excellence, GTPorsche...) for its linear power delivery.
Also you are free to configure it the way you want:
You don't have to go with the PASM or bi-xenons (save weight), less gadgets for a pure experience.
If the brakes are not good enough (track day) and want to save more weight, go with the PCCBs.
I wish Porsche would offer an even more basic model, like the 93 RS America, with no PCM, no sunroof, AC delete, no leather: Pure 911
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Really depends on how you are going to use the car? I have the C2 and 95% of the time can't use all the power I have. Yes, the "S" has bigger brakes, but can't use them either. I also wanted 18" rims that are standard on the base. They ride better and are cheaper to replace than 19" tires.
Bottom line: Get the car your heart tells you to get and don't look back. Don't read the posts here that try to persuade you that one is definately better. When you get in, turn the key and feel your pulse quicken and that smile that seems to melt the worries of the day away, you will know why you own a Porsche. There is no substitute!