thxbuff2001

Like what the title says, anyone has first hand experience with a 993 TT before owning a 997TT or owned both?

Pricing on the 993TT has softened a bit like all special cars, I think its time to get one. My dealer called me for a 993TT and I was surprised about the price now. Two years ago, it was crazy pricing.

But I would like some input on how it drives, havent driven one. How different are they?

chsu74

Quad owns both. PM him. The 7TT is faster for sure but 3TT is the keeper. I feel the same way.

Faster cars don't impress me anymore. 3TT is fast enough and power band delivery is narrower than 7TT but the analogue character in the 3TT is why prices are where they are.

sfbanchs

1. I have owned a 993 turbo since 2005. During that time I also owned a 930 which I sold. Into 20 16 I bought my 997 turbo. As much as I love the 997 turbo it has given me many many issues and problems. Currently dealing with a clutch that stuck to the floorboard after having replace the accumulator a few months ago. My 993 Turbo hasn’t given me any issues in 12 1/2 years. II have maintained meticulously and I’m approaching 100,000 miles and will probably keep it for the rest of my life. I am hoping that the next year of ownership with my 997 Turbo will be problem free, I did however buy the Fidelity extended warranty for the powertrain only in the event of some kind a failure. I really believe that the 993 Turbo was the pinnacle of engineering and meticulous build quality that is simply absent once they move to the water cool cars.

thxbuff2001

thxbuff2001

ara

what's the going price for a 993 these days, actual sale prices please. As far as I know the ones available near me are still asking over 175k canadian

Skwerl

Curious on this too. Due to bad timing I was in the market a few years ago at the height of the mania and just got fed up trying to out-snipe flippers and dealers on anything somewhat reasonable. ("Reasonable" being relative of course since cherry TTs routinely sold for under $70k not all that long ago.)

thxbuff2001

Listing in auto or CC for mid 40k miles around $130's. Cant remember seeing that 2 years ago.

chsu74

These cars are the best kept secret going for reliability. Use the right oil. Make sure the old brittle hoses are replaced so there are no vacuum leaks. Some folks need to rebuild the top end because of crappy valve guides in all air cooled motors. All in all very reliable. I have only changed fluids for the past 5 years or so and random stuff like window switches. Expect to sort out any 20 yr old car post purchase. Budget 5-10% purchase price and you should not exceed it if bought right.

TT Surgeon