997.2 PDK vs. 997.1 manual ???
05-05-2013, 02:07 AM
#16
If the 997.2 is in your price range then I would rule out the 997.1 altogether. Make the decision between manual vs. PDk because there are many improvements in the .2 model that kind of make it an apples to oranges comparison between these two cars. I have the 997.1 and can tell you that the IMS issue, although less likely with the revised bearing, is still always in the back of my mind. I change oil frequently and have it analyzed to help me sleep at night. PASM is supposedly improved as well.
Personally, I prefer manual but I don't drive my car daily and don't have to deal with traffic. I'm also not concerned with the performance gains it offers. That's just me and that might change as my addiction to DE events continues to grow.
Personally, I prefer manual but I don't drive my car daily and don't have to deal with traffic. I'm also not concerned with the performance gains it offers. That's just me and that might change as my addiction to DE events continues to grow.
05-05-2013, 06:09 AM
#17
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Regarding the carfax question: It will make a difference to some people, but if you can document that there was no sheet metal damage then it should not be a deal breaker. You mentioned that the bumpers need reconditioning. I don't know if that is from the original accident, but I would definitely take some before and after pictures of those areas. This will help you explain to a prospective buyer why it was done.
05-05-2013, 09:37 AM
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I've had both cars you ask about.
Hands down the 997.2 PDK.
The Sports Chrono is a must for the PDK to make it perform properly. Someone falsely stated it impacts horsepower. It does not. It remaps the throttle, so less pedal does more, and remaps the PDK shift points, both up and down to more aggressive settings. The Sports Plus setting also gives you launch control and red line shifts.
Sports Chrono can be added to a car that does not have it from the factory, except for the lap timer (dash wart).
To those that say a proper sports car should have a manual tranny, and it's "old school", well they're right. Very old school.
PDK is the easiest way to improve your lap times.
Hands down the 997.2 PDK.
The Sports Chrono is a must for the PDK to make it perform properly. Someone falsely stated it impacts horsepower. It does not. It remaps the throttle, so less pedal does more, and remaps the PDK shift points, both up and down to more aggressive settings. The Sports Plus setting also gives you launch control and red line shifts.
Sports Chrono can be added to a car that does not have it from the factory, except for the lap timer (dash wart).
To those that say a proper sports car should have a manual tranny, and it's "old school", well they're right. Very old school.
PDK is the easiest way to improve your lap times.
05-07-2013, 03:26 PM
#19
Here you go. i have it on my 997.2 manual and love it. mine came factory with the wart on dash.
http://www.suncoastparts.com/product...Code=997236per
http://www.suncoastparts.com/product...Code=997236per
05-07-2013, 04:43 PM
#21
Drifting
I've driven both 997.1 S manual(my own) and a 997.2 pdk... HP was similar and pdk is impressive but for us "old school" folks... I can't live w/o manual. I know the day will come when auto(pdk) will be required due to bad back, traffic, wife needs to drive me, etc... FWIW, wife will not drive the manual... I find that to be a plus so far. Drive both and get the car that pulls on your soul speed. It's different for each individual. I started 30 yrs ago with a MT car so can't get it out of my head even though the pdk is a faster shift... the connectivity between MT... the car and the driver is what I'm paying for. Heck, I don't even like the idea of e-steering with the new 991. GL and between .1 and .2 I don't think you can go wrong... but if you're getting a .1 why not go for the S since price is similar and S would get you better brakes, Sports Chrono, etc.
05-07-2013, 05:16 PM
#22
DD Carrera 4S. 6 speed. 2007. 53000 mi. Taken care of exhaustively, but driven. Live in Hoboken and drive thru 1&9 traffic near Holland tunnel EVERY day. I get what your putting down...
I will retain the manual. It's a great problem to have. A little suffering goes a long way in terms of overall happiness. As w/ most things in life.
I'm sure your adept at driving and clutch work. Don't ride it. Don't beat it up. It will last. And YES, change oil every 5-6K since the oil acidifies w/ that degree of stop n go traffic.
I will retain the manual. It's a great problem to have. A little suffering goes a long way in terms of overall happiness. As w/ most things in life.
I'm sure your adept at driving and clutch work. Don't ride it. Don't beat it up. It will last. And YES, change oil every 5-6K since the oil acidifies w/ that degree of stop n go traffic.
05-07-2013, 07:29 PM
#23
Automatic Porsche vs. manual Porsche.
Automatic is fine for those who've tired of rowing, and have old knees.
If you're still young there's no point in not being connected to your transmission.
PDK cleverly uses software to make you think you are, the realism heightened by those well-placed paddles. But the computer is the executer, not the driver.
Also, the 997 is already a big car for a Carrera. Toss in automatic shifting and you're basically
in the grand touring category.
So do you want a sports coupe or a grand touring? That's the question.
Nothing wrong with either.
Automatic is fine for those who've tired of rowing, and have old knees.
If you're still young there's no point in not being connected to your transmission.
PDK cleverly uses software to make you think you are, the realism heightened by those well-placed paddles. But the computer is the executer, not the driver.
Also, the 997 is already a big car for a Carrera. Toss in automatic shifting and you're basically
in the grand touring category.
So do you want a sports coupe or a grand touring? That's the question.
Nothing wrong with either.
05-11-2013, 03:38 AM
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I don't think the Sport Chrono option gives you more HP, it affects the suspension, the engine response when accelerating, but doesn't add any power per say.
05-13-2013, 03:52 PM
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05-14-2013, 07:51 PM
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Which is better Rotec v. dectane?
05-15-2013, 08:16 PM
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I've had my Dectane for over a year and it's flawless, many times people think it's a 997.2, it seriously updates the look 10yrs. It does come with resistors included, so no error code or issues whatsoever.