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Old 02-16-2016, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by kgoertz
Someone had a 4C on the track at Grand Bend last summer. While it is definitely a beautiful car, I wasn't that impressed with its performance on the track. I remember catching up to it in my (now old) 996. But it is definitely unique and would turn heads.
Yeah not sure about track performance . Could be the driver too
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Watched a review of it and it didn't look like a great handling car. The Boxster and Cayman is a much better platform. The 4C looks good though but is under powered IMO, could have been a much better car then what it is. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PGC-7IldYw">YouTube Link</a>
Definetly has handling issues . But I don't think that's the point of the car . It's just supposed to be some fun not to make fast laps . More exciting silly laps I'm not sure but I will go drive one and make up my mind . 2016 are supposed to br improved a lot
I think zero to 60
is faster than Cayman or boxster too
Old 02-16-2016, 10:57 AM
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It's did set a Nurburgring lap record though...if that means anything

http://www.topgear.com/car-news/moto...uo;ring-record
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Originally Posted by 1965356
Definetly has handling issues . But I don't think that's the point of the car . It's just supposed to be some fun not to make fast laps . More exciting silly laps I'm not sure but I will go drive one and make up my mind . 2016 are supposed to br improved a lot
I think zero to 60
is faster than Cayman or boxster too
2016 does look more impressive. All though the 718 Boxster S is just as quick as the 2016 4C and the new Cayman S will be slightly quicker the the 718 Boxster S.
4C seems to be a great package though for less money.
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It's not all about lap times if your looking for a weekend Cruiser. Plus you have the GT3 for that .

I love the look of the 4C and having a carbon tub is pretty cool. I've heard it has that "Special" aspect to it. If I was looking for a brand new fun weekend car the 4C would defiantly be on the top of my list.
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The two cons I've heard about this car is that it's under-powered and the steering is bland. It's a 4 cylinder with a dual clutch and its power band is higher up in the rpm range ~ so you'll have to really wring it out. Also there is no power steering ~ not that that's a bad thing, just apparently the feedback is pretty weak for it being non assisted... I watch a lot of Youtuber SeenThroughGlass' videos, he had a 4C before he got his Jag FTypeR. Lot's of incar footage and reviews from him. All in all he loved it, but he said there are a lot of cooler cars out there than it.
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I think it's hard to beat for price and exotic feel and look .
Especially when you have multiple cars .
As an only car I wouldn't want it
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Originally Posted by boman993
The two cons I've heard about this car is that it's under-powered and the steering is bland. It's a 4 cylinder with a dual clutch and its power band is higher up in the rpm range ~ so you'll have to really wring it out. Also there is no power steering ~ not that that's a bad thing, just apparently the feedback is pretty weak for it being non assisted... I watch a lot of Youtuber SeenThroughGlass' videos, he had a 4C before he got his Jag FTypeR. Lot's of incar footage and reviews from him. All in all he loved it, but he said there are a lot of cooler cars out there than it.
Funny it's faster or as fast as a Cayman S and no one complains that's underpowered
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Originally Posted by 1965356
I think it's hard to beat for price and exotic feel and look . Especially when you have multiple cars . As an only car I wouldn't want it
I would say if you like it and it makes you smile then why not? My 911 was a specific promise to my younger self but I would absolutely love to have different options. I love driving my wife's Subaru Forester on the odd days here and there, and with the salty roads up here I drive my Passat as the DD. Different things about each make them fun in their own way. If the lotto fell my way I'd probably have quite a few options in the garage! I did say to my wife Ihink I'd like an Aston Martin next. She asked how much that'd cost after trading the Porsche? My answer was "No - I didn't mean instead of. I meant in addition to." :-)
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I must be one of the few that doesn't like the look of the 4C - looks ungainly, with odd proportions and jarring lines. The whole car looks squat and fat and bug-like. Beauty, they say, is all in the eye of the beholder, so I can accept that my eye is a poor judge of this car.
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Originally Posted by jmh981
I must be one of the few that doesn't like the look of the 4C - looks ungainly, with odd proportions and jarring lines. The whole car looks squat and fat and bug-like. Beauty, they say, is all in the eye of the beholder, so I can accept that my eye is a poor judge of this car.
No I agree it's not so much beautiful as Interesting and unique all around.I think the whole package makes it unique not the look alone
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Originally Posted by UseThe4s
I would say if you like it and it makes you smile then why not? My 911 was a specific promise to my younger self but I would absolutely love to have different options. I love driving my wife's Subaru Forester on the odd days here and there, and with the salty roads up here I drive my Passat as the DD. Different things about each make them fun in their own way. If the lotto fell my way I'd probably have quite a few options in the garage! I did say to my wife Ihink I'd like an Aston Martin next. She asked how much that'd cost after trading the Porsche? My answer was "No - I didn't mean instead of. I meant in addition to." :-)
for sure ....I think it will compliment my other cars
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I love the 4C. Awesome choice... and I encourage you to investigate the purchase further.

Lots of people who like/own/pose Porsches will never be able to understand why you want a car that is slower, less capable, and has lower build quality than your 991GT3.

The 4C is not a car you own because of performance numbers, safety, or build quality. You own it because you love it and you don't give a **** what others think...

Go for it. If I ever lose enough weight to fit into it, take me for a drive in the 4C!
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Originally Posted by PPo
I love the 4C. Awesome choice... and I encourage you to investigate the purchase further.

Lots of people who like/own/pose Porsches will never be able to understand why you want a car that is slower, less capable, and has lower build quality than your 991GT3.

The 4C is not a car you own because of performance numbers, safety, or build quality. You own it because you love it and you don't give a **** what others think...

Go for it. If I ever lose enough weight to fit into it, take me for a drive in the 4C!
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Originally Posted by 1965356
Definetly has handling issues . But I don't think that's the point of the car . It's just supposed to be some fun not to make fast laps . More exciting silly laps I'm not sure but I will go drive one and make up my mind . 2016 are supposed to br improved a lot
I think zero to 60
is faster than Cayman or boxster too
I think you have the right attitude for this car. Haven't spoken to anyone who's tested one and loved it but everyone has to agree it looks just amazing!


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