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Which is better 997.1 C2S or 997.2 C2?

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Old 07-08-2011, 02:31 AM
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Default Which is better 997.1 C2S or 997.2 C2?

Which one would Rennlist members rather have and why? Is newer better in this case??
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Old 07-08-2011, 04:02 AM
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Originally Posted by 96redLT4
Which one would Rennlist members rather have and why? Is newer better in this case??
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Yes. Lighter, faster at handling limits and no slower anywhere else, no IMS/RMS, lower road tax (in Europe), less thirsty, miles better PCM, option of PDK, more comfortable ride. No brainer.

BTW Most journalists think the vanilla 997.2 is more enjoyable to drive than its second gen S sister.
Old 07-08-2011, 06:42 AM
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What year is the 997.2. ?
Old 07-08-2011, 09:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Betternotbigger
Yes. Lighter, faster at handling limits and no slower anywhere else, no IMS/RMS, lower road tax (in Europe), less thirsty, miles better PCM, option of PDK, more comfortable ride. No brainer.

BTW Most journalists think the vanilla 997.2 is more enjoyable to drive than its second gen S sister.
What he said.
Old 07-08-2011, 09:16 AM
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The 2009 model was the first year for 997.2's.
Old 07-08-2011, 09:27 AM
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997.2 for the only reason of the durability of the new engine design. No IMS and hopefully a properly cooled and lubricated to prevent scored or oval'd cylinders.
Though the new engine is not proven it is better then having a engine that has been plagued with problems for 12 years.
They tried many times to use the old engine and turbo charge it, which ended up always blowing up. Correct me if I am wrong but the new engine has now made it into the 997.2 TT. That should account for its durability.
Old 07-08-2011, 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Betternotbigger
BTW Most journalists think the vanilla 997.2 is more enjoyable to drive than its second gen S sister.
where did you read this?
Old 07-08-2011, 10:21 AM
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Which is better?

The one you own.
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How can you go wrong with either.

No ims is a big plus for the new engines, but will they have the same problems in the future as other DFI engines. (buildup). Who knows.

Love the one your with right. lol
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997.2 for me cuz:
1. Led lights
2. PDK
3. Less moving parts in the engine (not w/standing the DFI).
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[QUOTE=billh1963;8696301]Which is better?

The one you own.[/QUOTE]

this - definitely
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car that has more warranty left is a better one. does not matter CPO or primary.
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Originally Posted by PasPar2
where did you read this?
Autocar magazine A Frankel
Evo Magazine C Harris
Tiff Needell 5th Gear TV show

Do you need more?



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