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Old 01-14-2007, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Vincy
I guess the hardest part is doing anything with the radio/telephone/cd while driving. The multifunction wheel can't be used without looking at the central panel, and I seem to get stuck in parts of the menu that requires use of the central main panel. But it is a great car and I have no regrets.

No idea what you're talking about cuz I'm usually too busy changing GEARS!
Old 01-14-2007, 01:01 PM
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I think since you are new to Porsche you should have to work your way through the ranks. So first you get a Boxter. Next a Cayman. Then a 997 followed by a 997S. After the above has been done at the cost of several thousands of $$ in depreciation.....you may get a 997 turbo.

Or, you can just get a turbo which is probably what I would do
Old 01-14-2007, 03:07 PM
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BOTTOM LINE:

Life is too short to spend years making compromises and waste money in depreciation costs.

GET A TURBO NOW!
Old 01-14-2007, 11:14 PM
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The only reason not to get a TT, is if you can't afford it ,yet. If you got the green, go for a TT!
Old 01-15-2007, 02:53 AM
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The 07 tt is a great daily driver. I have an 06 E55 as well as my TT. They are IMHO the 2 best cars to use as daily drivers. If you can afford it keep your E55 and definetely get the TT.
Old 01-18-2007, 04:22 AM
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Originally Posted by tstafford
I agree - go for it.

Picked up my TT two days ago (trades in a C2S) and have put 500 miles on it already. I see no difference in it's "daily driveability". Frankly, it may be more of a daily than the C2S due to AWD, but I wouldn't hesitate to drive either every day. There is no reason to hesitate. The car is amazing. You can drive it conservatively and it is tame, smooth, etc. or get on it and all h@ll breaks loose. Really two cars in one!

Get it!

PS - The R8 sounds cool too (I have an RS4 and love it too.)

Tim
I currently own a 2005 997S and am considering upgrading to a turbo. Any feedback from you would be greatly appreciated!
Old 01-21-2007, 02:11 PM
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if you can afford it, i would get it. it would just cost more in the long run to start of with a regular carrera since you will ultimate upgrade to the turbo anyways. if you already have an E55, then you will definitely need the turbo right away.
Old 01-21-2007, 06:12 PM
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First of all: can you drive? Do you like fast cars?

If you answer both questions yes, then the TT is for you. More importantly, perhaps, would be the answers to: Why SHOULDN'T I get a TT as my first Porsche?



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