993997

Hey guys, this seems like a classic element to the 911 and kind of adds a bit of "sport" to the look. Although, it's easily arguable that the lines are cleaner and more true without the rear wiper.

Is there a concensus on this forum about which looks better?

ilko

The rear wiper is absolutely useless on our cars when in motion. And visually it only detracts from the lines of the car. Not nearly as much as it did on 964s or 993s but it's there. My TT has it (it was a no cost option that the original owner must've clicked) and I wish there was a simple way to get rid of it but there isn't. That's really the only part of the car I'm not in love with.

jackporsche09

I would agree, my personal opinion is that it does nothing for the car but rather detracts from from the over all good looks

chris.hanle

Who drives their Porsche in the rain anyway? JK I know quite a few do and I am sure the wiper doesn't do much if anything.

jeffrec

Never been a fan. Rear window wipers are for SUV's and mini vans, not sports cars!!!

sandwedge

The wiper itself is easy to remove. One of the first "mods" on my -06. You still have the mounting bolt sticking out of the window but that's much less disruptive than the wiper, especially if you put a black nut/cap on it.

AceOfAces

Couldn't have said it better myself!

Ynot

Wipers will look awkward and out of place. You don't need it.

ilko

Got a DIY on that? I glanced at it and it didn't look like it would pop off easily. Would love to get rid of it.

ufischer

Word of caution if removing. I one removed a rear wiper on a car and accidentally turned it on. Since it is not installed, there was no way to know it was on. Ended up burning out the motor on it...not that you really care!

vman4639

I think the wiper is ugly. I've driven a few times in the rain and I haven't missed not having one.

street rod

I have ruled out buying a few cars due to the wiper.

MessyMarvin

I have the wiper and honestly never even notice it. I never plan to drive in the rain, but got caught in it today and used it while backing up, I was glad I had it.

My 2 cents is if you have it leave it, not worth getting rid of, if you dont just use Rain-X and you will be fine.

sandwedge

As I recall it there's sort of a flap that blends in with the wiper arm where it attaches to the window. Pry that flap open with a small screwdriver and there's nut hidden behind it that holds the wiper in place. Unscrew the nut and remove the wiper. Takes minutes. I painted the nut black and put it back on after I removed the wiper. Makes it blend in with the window and hard to see unless you know what you're looking for. Big improvement imo.

shammerman

What is this paranoia about driving in the rain ??? I just have never gotten the point of it. Do people really think that the car is going to melt or turn into a pile of rust? These and other cars are meant to be driven.