Time to jump?
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 397
Likes: 9
From: Branchburg New Jersey
Time to jump?
So purchased a 2007 base cab tiptronic in October with 7000 miles on it. I realize now it will never be what I really wanted, but at the time seems like a great deal. I can trade it in and get close to even, but really the best I can spend now dollar wise is to upgrade to is a 2009 S Cab. That will fix Sirius/Bluetooth/ipod issues, lack of power, no sport button and get me to manual (or PDK). But should I just keep it for a year or two and move up to a turbo when I have more money to put into it?
Addict
Rennlist Member
Rennlist Member
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 16,015
Likes: 815
From: Temecula, CA
I think the market demand for Tiptronic and non DFI engine will be far lower than PDK / DFI which means the depreciation should be higher. If you can unload the current car for the same price or minor loss I would do it and buy the S or just hold and buy the Turbo sooner.
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,401
Likes: 6
From: Toronto
I went from a fully loaded 2010 F-150 with every electronic gizmo I could imagine to a 2007 C2 and love it. It's just me and the ghost in the machine. I did add a Sirius XM radio, took my buddies advice about staying away from a cabriolet and totally get it in terms of enjoying the harmony between the me, the engine and the music vs. battling the wind noise.
It boils down to personal preference, list your top 3 priorities and decide accordingly. People, like me, will give you their opinion based on their personal preferences but one man's meat is another man's poison.
It boils down to personal preference, list your top 3 priorities and decide accordingly. People, like me, will give you their opinion based on their personal preferences but one man's meat is another man's poison.
Trending Topics
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 3,024
Likes: 67
From: Austin, TX
An '09 C2 or C2S with MT or PDK may do the trick to get you into another Carrera sooner. Test drive them all, however, as they all have their distinctive characteristics. If you enjoy rowing your own gears then go that route with a C2S MT. I would suggest PDK with the turbo if you still want/need more HP... I've heard from a friend that he had to give up his MT turbo as it required that he shift frequently and that got old over time. FWIW, the turbos are AWD so another characteristic difference. GL and let us know what you end up getting.
Rennlist Stories
The Best Porsche Posts for Porsche Enthusiasts
Stunning Porsche 356A Super GT Speedster Auction Fails to Meet Reserve
Verdad Gallardo
Every Era of 911 Owner Explained in One Sentence
Verdad Gallardo
Thinking of Buying a Porsche? Do These 10 Things First
Joe Kucinski
Pixar Pals Turned Into 1-of-1 Porsches!
Michael S. Palmer
Theon Goes Full Carbon Fiber With Stunning New Build
Verdad Gallardo
Genius Porsche-Themed Gifts That'll Make Any Dad or Grad Smile
Joe Kucinski
10 Used Porsches Are Selling for Way Too Cheap
Joe Kucinski
Tuner Is Converting Porsche 911s Into Shooting Brakes
Verdad Gallardo
This Coachbuilt Creation Is A Modern Take on the Legendary Porsche 917
Verdad Gallardo
Rennlist Member
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 1,122
Likes: 39
From: Downers Grove, Illinois
I don't think a NA 997 will ever feel lightening fast. A turbo will.
The NA is about feel, the noise and handling. A MT will improve this. The DFI is faster but not by a huge margin given modest torque numbers.
The NA is about feel, the noise and handling. A MT will improve this. The DFI is faster but not by a huge margin given modest torque numbers.
Rennlist Member
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 602
Likes: 165
From: Florida
If you can roll out of it for close to even money, I would do it. The base, tip, cab is only going south in value at a greater rate as newer, faster, better "electronics" cars come off lease. Cut your losses, especially if you don't like the car at this early stage. Good luck with your decision.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 194
Likes: 1
From: Sacramento, CA
I would think that going from a 325HP/273lb.ft. car with Tiptronic to a 2009+ S with 385HP/310lb.ft. with PDK or MT would be a noticeable improvement in performance.