cbzzoom

Nonsense. The only regret you will have is if you don't buy the one that your heart really wants.

IMO go test drive them both and sit in them and pick the one that speaks to you and don't listen to anyone else.

Also if you really want a C2S but settle for a C2 due to budget you might regret that down the road. It's only $5k more on used cars, probably worth stretching for that, or waiting until it's in the budget.

Kuhan

That is a very good point and one that I forgot to mention - my kids love riding in the back of the 911 and that's a nice family experience that we would not have with a 2-seater. It has become our "weekend car" as well as being a DD for me to and from the office.

cab&coupe

Is this your first Porsche?

winkingchef

My only advice is to find the "do you drive your 911 in the rain?" thread and PM all the participants. If you can find an **** owner who is ready to sell, you will get an incredible deal on a barely used 997.

Flying Cat

I was in similar situation when I bought my car. My options were brand new Cayman S, or certified pre-owned C2S. I am so glad I chose the pre-owned C2S; I have never regretted my decision in 2 years. If I were you I would buy the 911 C2, or a certified pre-owned C2S.

pissedpuppy

owned both - prefer the 997S over the 996 over Box over the 1980 911 SC

I think it's likely most will agree the Cayman will handle better, but they don't look better (IMO)

and yes, rolling up to a light next to a 997, you'll wish you had his car - and he likely thinks this too

Max77

I own a Cayman S and am currently considering a C2S. When I bought the Cayman, I test drove both cars and simply found the Cayman S to be much more fun to drive than a 911. The 911 was great, of course, but handled quite differently. I'm 6'4" so it's a bit of a tight fit for me, which took some time to adjust to, whereas I had tons of leg room in a 911. I think what has gotten me thinking about the 911 is the 2 seater setup as a daily driver (and only car) is very limiting. If I have a passenger with me, it's very difficult to find somewhere to put my things.

I think it's nonsense to say that anyone in a Cayman wishes they had a 911, had I wanted one, I would've bought that. It's going to be a compromise in handling going from a Cayman to a 911 IMO, but I really need the extra interior space.

buckwheat987

I absolutely agree with this.

cab&coupe

It's all personal preference... mine is C2S

Optical TDI

That's why the C2S is a hard decision for me. I have 2 boys ( 4 & 7 years old) and although we normally take the VW van when all 4 of are together, it's nice to have the option of taking them or all of us in the Porsche.

We should all own a 2 and 4-seater Porsche. Maybe someday!

hpowders

As for me, I'm 6'2", so the Cayman is tight. Looking for a pre-owned 911 and prices are high.

Even small kids find the back seat of a 911 confining. Why they even put seats back there, I'll never know!

pissedpuppy

seriously - get what you love AND want.

when I owned my Boxster though, it made me long for my old 911

neither is a bad choice at all

cab&coupe

I have a friend who's 6'3" selling his 2000 Boxster and looking to buy a 997 C2S or 4S. He liked the Cayman but feels it is too small and confining for him.

hpowders

Too confining at 6'3". What a shock!

cayennekl

Thanks to everyone for your reply. Decided to wait another year for the new 911 instead.

This is not my first Porsche. Had a 964 C2 before. Currently owned a 2011 Cayenne S, A8 and E92 335i.

The Cayman or 997 was to replace the E92.....