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In addition to the fun factor, the Turbo is probably a good investment longer term.
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I currently have a 2001 Boxster S and it's the most fun car I have ever driven, and I have had a Corvette, S2000, and M5.
The guy I bought the Boxster from is selling his 2002 C4S convertible with 50K miles for $31K. I looked on Autotrader and find that that is a pretty good price.
However, when I start looking at 2002 Turbos, I find that I can get one with similar or lower miles for ~$40K.
The $10K is nothing in the bigger scheme of things. Is there a compelling reason why I wouldn't just dump the extra $10K for a Turbo? Reliability? Maintenance?
Thanks.
My opinion..... Go with the turbo!
Isn't there a member on this board with over 200k on his 996T? A car is typically as reliable as their maintenance suggests; take care of them and they'll take care of you.
Turbo!
I went from a 2000 986 with 96k miles to a 2004 996TT with 49k miles. I did think about a 2004 C4S for a bit, but then decided to w/ a Turbo. You will LOVE the turbo....
you might check out my turbo for sale in the classifieds. Money is right for a no issues car. My opinion. If it wasn't 2 degrees out today I would have gone for a ride. Even though I am in the northeast, car has never seen salt. Bought in the south and babied since it got here.
Sorry for hijacking. I went from a c2 to turbo and never looked back.
Thanks for all of the input. I am pretty sure the Turbo is more fun to drive.
No one has said anything about maintenance and repairs. I'm assuming that the Turbo is not any less reliable?
these days the price difference is small... its a no brainer. Turbo.
Just think 10 or 15 years ago, people were asking the same questions, and i would be kicking myself if i didnt pick turbo.
Turbo has the better motor. Be prepared to weld or pin your water pipes. They are just glued in and have a tendency to pop out. Maintenance is very low for what you get for the money. But it is based on how many miles you drive, trany type your foot etc... Lots of options and those beautiful side air ducts!
I began my search with the 4s, and quickly realized the turbo is the way to go. Just watch the top gear review and see what Jeremy had to say about it, quite entertaining.
http://youtu.be/OJemsVMhEhs
^^^ this
For me at least, it was not a matter of price. I just prefer my 911's NA...love that distinct metallic sound . The turbo definitely has it's own awesome wail as well...but I already have 2 very fast twin turbo Audi's so even tho I'm nuts..I'm not a masochist.
One other consideration is that with a NA 911, there is no room to go nuts with power mods. With the Turbo... the koolaid is crazy tempting to go big power with hybrid KKK swaps, fueling, etc...then at that point, it's basically a straight line car that you've got a ton of money in which you'll most likely not get back when it's time to sell it .
In the end , to the original poster , drive both as many times as you can . Go with your gut . One will hit your DNA just the right way . Stay away from Porsche forums while you're deliberating .
In addition to the fun factor, the Turbo is probably a good investment longer term. Check out this discussion on Drive about best values in classic cars.
What's The Next Collector Car You Must Buy Now? - AFTER/DRIVE - YouTube
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There's really no choice at all - the Turbo with the 993 derived motor is far more reliable than the standard 996 lump.
Too many "ordinary" 996s are having engine failures.
If you go turbo remember to warm it up carefully and when fully warmed ensure that you use full boost at least once every time as the actuators tend to seize..
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