I had a ride in the new 911 Carerra S (997)
11-11-04, 12:49 PM
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Originally posted by SexySC
So is it a new Porsche or a new house for you ?
Too bad the Porshe is not big enough for you to live in it 
(J/K)
So is it a new Porsche or a new house for you ?
Too bad the Porshe is not big enough for you to live in it (J/K)
11-11-04, 12:51 PM
#47
Originally posted by Hameed
Once you read stories from 996 owners about the 997, you will not want to get a 996. The 997 is so much better. Just wait a year or two for and get a slightly used one for cheaper.
The only problem I see with the 997 is the 2 inch tire-to-fender gap and keeping in mind that it has an active suspension ( I would not want to change the very capable suspension), how would you lower the car to get rid of the gap........................ Yes, I know it is just quibbling.
Once you read stories from 996 owners about the 997, you will not want to get a 996. The 997 is so much better. Just wait a year or two for and get a slightly used one for cheaper.
The only problem I see with the 997 is the 2 inch tire-to-fender gap and keeping in mind that it has an active suspension ( I would not want to change the very capable suspension), how would you lower the car to get rid of the gap........................ Yes, I know it is just quibbling.
and man, don't tempt me to get a test drive
and about the fender gap... dunno, to me it's just a matter of time before some better aftermarket suspensions come out for that car
11-11-04, 01:09 PM
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Originally posted by rominl
hey hameed, any links or more info about the 996 to 997?
hey hameed, any links or more info about the 996 to 997?
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/f...?s=&forumid=31
Here are two articles on Car & Driver:
http://www.caranddriver.com/article....rticle_id=8774
http://www.caranddriver.com/article....rticle_id=8683
11-12-04, 05:05 AM
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Here's an article on the upcoming 997 Turbo - 460 HP with AWD!
http://www.autocarmagazine.co.uk/new...p?na_id=212046
http://www.autocarmagazine.co.uk/new...p?na_id=212046
11-12-04, 08:33 AM
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Originally posted by rominl
hey hameed, any links or more info about the 996 to 997? i can imagine that the 997 being quite a bit better, i believe the s is almost on par with the 996 gt3. that's how good the new one is. but then somehow i just like the 996 style a bit more than the 997, guess it's just something getting used to
and man, don't tempt me to get a test drive
and about the fender gap... dunno, to me it's just a matter of time before some better aftermarket suspensions come out for that car
hey hameed, any links or more info about the 996 to 997? i can imagine that the 997 being quite a bit better, i believe the s is almost on par with the 996 gt3. that's how good the new one is. but then somehow i just like the 996 style a bit more than the 997, guess it's just something getting used to
and man, don't tempt me to get a test drive
and about the fender gap... dunno, to me it's just a matter of time before some better aftermarket suspensions come out for that car
In my latest CAR, they test the new M5 and say its so good, its more a 911 S competitor cause its killing the E55/RS6.
11-12-04, 08:40 AM
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Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
YEah Henry, give me a sec and I can tell u all about it. This is the first time in I think 30 years Porsche debuted 2 models at once.
In my latest CAR, they test the new M5 and say its so good, its more a 911 S competitor cause its killing the E55/RS6.
YEah Henry, give me a sec and I can tell u all about it. This is the first time in I think 30 years Porsche debuted 2 models at once.
In my latest CAR, they test the new M5 and say its so good, its more a 911 S competitor cause its killing the E55/RS6.
11-14-04, 09:38 AM
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Interesting news
I had a chance to check out the 997 S yesterday and spent some time talking to the sales rep. The S is on par with the GT3 in performance. In addition, there is a UK sports package that MIGHT come to the states that will drop the car even further (my sales agent said he would check for more details).
The interesting things he stated were these:
The Cayenne is making up over 50% of the North American sales for Porsche! That is just plain nuts.
In addition, Porsche is debating if they want to buy the Phaeton platform from VW (since the 2 companies have a very intimate relationship -> think Toureg & Cayenne collaboration). They plan to shorten the platform and slap a V8 in it. They want to go after BMW's sedan market!
Talk about some crazy things going on for Porsche.
Btw that Gemballa makes me drool!
The interesting things he stated were these:
The Cayenne is making up over 50% of the North American sales for Porsche! That is just plain nuts.
In addition, Porsche is debating if they want to buy the Phaeton platform from VW (since the 2 companies have a very intimate relationship -> think Toureg & Cayenne collaboration). They plan to shorten the platform and slap a V8 in it. They want to go after BMW's sedan market!
Talk about some crazy things going on for Porsche.
Btw that Gemballa makes me drool!
11-14-04, 11:27 AM
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Re: Interesting news
Originally posted by tetra7
Porsche is debating if they want to buy the Phaeton platform from VW (since the 2 companies have a very intimate relationship -> think Toureg & Cayenne collaboration). They plan to shorten the platform and slap a V8 in it. They want to go after BMW's sedan market!
Porsche is debating if they want to buy the Phaeton platform from VW (since the 2 companies have a very intimate relationship -> think Toureg & Cayenne collaboration). They plan to shorten the platform and slap a V8 in it. They want to go after BMW's sedan market!
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11-14-04, 11:40 AM
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Re: Re: Interesting news
Originally posted by SexySC
There have been reports that Porche is planning a sports sedan for a while. Personally, I can't wait for a M3 & M5 competitor from Porche.
There have been reports that Porche is planning a sports sedan for a while. Personally, I can't wait for a M3 & M5 competitor from Porche.
I am also in agreement on seeing a M-killer from Porsche. Seems like there really isn't anything in that segment (don't think I would really include the Audi S-series)...unless Lexus really delivers on their new line of sports tuned vehicles. Which I unfortunately do not see happening
Just not Lexus' style.
11-14-04, 11:59 AM
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Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
The other thing is Porsche admits this is about the HP limit for the flat 6. That is why V-8 rumors are getting louder and louder.....
The other thing is Porsche admits this is about the HP limit for the flat 6. That is why V-8 rumors are getting louder and louder.....
all it really has are bigger intercoolers and upped boost compared to the 996TT.
I think the 993 GT2 was 450hp
the new 997's 3.8L engine should have a slightly better powerband.
P-cars can be modified to make some pretty wicked numbers.
11-14-04, 05:13 PM
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Originally posted by LexusLuver
The 996 GT2 is ~475hp and 3.6L
all it really has are bigger intercoolers and upped boost compared to the 996TT.
I think the 993 GT2 was 450hp
the new 997's 3.8L engine should have a slightly better powerband.
P-cars can be modified to make some pretty wicked numbers.
The 996 GT2 is ~475hp and 3.6L
all it really has are bigger intercoolers and upped boost compared to the 996TT.
I think the 993 GT2 was 450hp
the new 997's 3.8L engine should have a slightly better powerband.
P-cars can be modified to make some pretty wicked numbers.
11-14-04, 10:26 PM
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Originally posted by bitkahuna
Yes but that's turbo power which adds a LOT of cost. 1SickLex was talking about NA power. 100HP/liter NA is impressive.
Yes but that's turbo power which adds a LOT of cost. 1SickLex was talking about NA power. 100HP/liter NA is impressive.
