Buyers remorse with 997TT purchase?; looking for opinions/experience. Long post.
12-15-2018, 05:38 PM
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How fast is how heavy your right foot put down. Sound wise yes to aftermarket exhaust and it will cure your need. Listen to sound clips and you will know what you like. To me the 997 will alway look classic and elegant. I always wanted one when I was a kid the first time I laid my eyes on one. Been 3 years now since I owned my 07 997.1tt. Value will be there years to come. Wish you happiness on whatever you decide.
12-15-2018, 10:54 PM
#19
Thanks everyone for the feedback. It made me more heavily consider looking into exhaust options, something. I love the idea that it can sound amazing when I’m just cruising around without really getting on throttle, and then in the few situations where its safe to really floor it, I have that reserved away (instead of downgrading and losing that option).
Hopefully I can find some live examples around Austin. Lot of money to base off of a YouTube clip.
Hopefully I can find some live examples around Austin. Lot of money to base off of a YouTube clip.
Last edited by Emmasdream; 12-16-2018 at 01:03 AM.
12-16-2018, 12:58 AM
#20
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While I have not owned many, I have driven a 74 911T, 77 911S , 84 911SC and a 91 911S, all normally aspirated Porsches, all stock and all enjoyable to drive and faster than most vehicles, especially the 70's versions.
I now own a 997.1.TT. Having owned everything from a VW GTI through a Audi S6, the 911 was a sought after vehicle that I have had my eye on for quite some time. While I haven't hit retirement age, it is right around the corner for me, however having the raw power of this car is something I appreciate. I understand your concern about not being able to wind it out, however I have found many roads in the area where I can do just that. I also intend to spend some time on the track where that will be less of a concern. I can understand the feeling that the car is too much (when I told a fellow hockey player (who is a emergency chopper pilot) about acquiring the 911, his response was , "oh yeah, we call them surgeon killers").
At the same time, this car is the pinnacle of performance cars for me. I know it can be a handful, but I enjoy the challenge.
There are quirks I need to address, namely the clutch and the exhaust. I have already addressed PASM with the DSC module along with coilovers and I will get the clutch and the exhaust sorted this winter.
Truthfully, I cannot think of any other vehicle that I would rather own than a 911 Turbo.
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I now own a 997.1.TT. Having owned everything from a VW GTI through a Audi S6, the 911 was a sought after vehicle that I have had my eye on for quite some time. While I haven't hit retirement age, it is right around the corner for me, however having the raw power of this car is something I appreciate. I understand your concern about not being able to wind it out, however I have found many roads in the area where I can do just that. I also intend to spend some time on the track where that will be less of a concern. I can understand the feeling that the car is too much (when I told a fellow hockey player (who is a emergency chopper pilot) about acquiring the 911, his response was , "oh yeah, we call them surgeon killers").
At the same time, this car is the pinnacle of performance cars for me. I know it can be a handful, but I enjoy the challenge.
There are quirks I need to address, namely the clutch and the exhaust. I have already addressed PASM with the DSC module along with coilovers and I will get the clutch and the exhaust sorted this winter.
Truthfully, I cannot think of any other vehicle that I would rather own than a 911 Turbo.
Ed
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12-16-2018, 10:39 AM
#21
I wish i can drive it regularly on long drives like before. Now i work like 3 miles from home.
There is no compromise owning this car. I own ferraris too and the sound of a V8 is symphony but this is a porsche. Its about reliability, craftmanship and german engineering.
There is no one perfect car, there is only one perfect car for different situations. Thats why i ended up buying more cars.
There is no compromise owning this car. I own ferraris too and the sound of a V8 is symphony but this is a porsche. Its about reliability, craftmanship and german engineering.
There is no one perfect car, there is only one perfect car for different situations. Thats why i ended up buying more cars.
12-16-2018, 05:49 PM
#23
Step one - install aftermarket exhaust (I had the Europipe and loved it).
Step two- install TPC’s DSC module
Step three - Enjoy!
The turbo/S offers both spirited luxury and insanely wild blistering speed in one car. I’d keep the turbo cab as none of the alternative options you listed even come close to offering the total package that is the TT.
Step two- install TPC’s DSC module
Step three - Enjoy!
The turbo/S offers both spirited luxury and insanely wild blistering speed in one car. I’d keep the turbo cab as none of the alternative options you listed even come close to offering the total package that is the TT.
12-16-2018, 10:12 PM
#25
cobb tune, DSC module, GT2 rear sway bar, OEM short shifter, and exhaust.... it will all gel just nicely. and then go and buy an E63s Wagon like I did.... then you will really feel conflicted.
Stick with the TT... make the mods and you will be happy.
Stick with the TT... make the mods and you will be happy.
12-16-2018, 10:40 PM
#26
Thanks everyone for the feedback. It made me more heavily consider looking into exhaust options, something. I love the idea that it can sound amazing when I’m just cruising around without really getting on throttle, and then in the few situations where its safe to really floor it, I have that reserved away (instead of downgrading and losing that option).
Hopefully I can find some live examples around Austin. Lot of money to base off of a YouTube clip.
Hopefully I can find some live examples around Austin. Lot of money to base off of a YouTube clip.
I love my turbo. The only other water cooled 911 I would consider buying at this point is a GT3.
I live in Austin and I have a 2008 Turbo with Boost Logic Formula Series Exhaust. You are welcome to hear what it sounds like in person. PM me.
12-17-2018, 05:32 AM
#27
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I've had my '09TT since new, almost 10 years now and always my DD. First thing I did was change the exhaust (have a Miltek, not as well known but it sounds great without being too loud). Unfortunately, I spend way too much time on short drives (office is 1.6 miles from home), and I often shake my head and think what a waste to have a "supercar" and rarely use the power (in theory, I should have about 555 hp with the exhaust and FVD tune). But I love this car, there is nothing comparable, easy to use as a DD, massive power available when needed but not necessary to use it, rear seats (my now teens made good use of them along the way), just a joy to drive in all respects. I've been through quite a few Porsches along the way, but I have no desire to part with this one. I would seriously think about tweaking yours (e.g. exhaust, clutch), and thinking long and hard before dumping it for something else.
12-17-2018, 02:36 PM
#28
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As many of the respondents on this thread, I am a multiple Porsche owner. I love my 08 tt for the emotions that it stirs in my should when I look at it, close the door and fire up engine, and press on the accelerator.
12-17-2018, 03:11 PM
#29
What about a 997 911 GTS or 997 911 4GTS? They have more power than an S but not as much as a TT. They also do not have turbos which make the exhaust note more robust in stock form.
I, too, have a 911 TT, but a 2010 MT. I went through some same feelings as you as I had come from a 2009 911 C4S. I put the Sharkswerks x-pipe to get a better sound from the TT...I would like it to sound better though....maybe later. I will soon put a TPC DCS module to “help tame the beast”. These two modifications will not be excessively expensive and maybe allow you to “accept” this special car without adding too much funds.
As you know, your 2009 TT is the pinnacle of the Mezger engine in non-GT form which will always make it desirable, more so if it was a coupe or MT.
How many miles does your TT have? The options? Which way are you leaning?
I, too, have a 911 TT, but a 2010 MT. I went through some same feelings as you as I had come from a 2009 911 C4S. I put the Sharkswerks x-pipe to get a better sound from the TT...I would like it to sound better though....maybe later. I will soon put a TPC DCS module to “help tame the beast”. These two modifications will not be excessively expensive and maybe allow you to “accept” this special car without adding too much funds.
As you know, your 2009 TT is the pinnacle of the Mezger engine in non-GT form which will always make it desirable, more so if it was a coupe or MT.
How many miles does your TT have? The options? Which way are you leaning?
Last edited by no-subt2; 12-17-2018 at 03:39 PM.
12-17-2018, 03:50 PM
#30
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