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YOUR RESEARCH2005 996 - So what should I consider getting?
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Use car, i am thinking about what extras
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So the car has some nice essentials but like everyone who gets a new used car, I am thinking about what extras that are out there to make the experience even better.
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And consider checking with your Porsche dealer on an aftermarket service contract.
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So the car has some nice essentials but like everyone who gets a new used car, I am thinking about what extras that are out there to make the experience even better.
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I bought a 2005 Porsche Carrera Convertible 911 from a friend. Car is black on black, really really nice. Never liked a black car till this one. So the car has some nice essentials but like everyone who gets a new used car, I am thinking about what extras that are out there to make the experience even better. I am just about to put it in the garage for the winter so lots of time to plan and shop. Appreciate any ideas you may have.
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Colin
Join PCA, participate in some track DE events (if there are any in your area...) That will help you learn your car (and personal) limits as well as pretty quickly identify what performance areas of the car you want to improve.
US cars had orange side-markers. A very common mod is to replace them with Euro clear side-markers (with orange bulbs). Euro OEM clears are about $38 plus shipping from a Porsche parts discounter like Suncoast.
There were 2005 996s in the US. They included the C4S, turbo and turbo S. The C2 and C4 cabriolet in 2005 was a 997. Not sure what's going on with this one...
This is a 2005 996 carrera. In 2005 they made 4100 of the 996s before switching over to the new model. This was one of the last ones. Even the dealer here in Canada was surprised it was a 2005.
LED light bulbs for interior, frunk and engine cover.
Looks like you've already got the upgraded gearshift **** and emergency brake handle, plus the all important pad for the shoulder belt.
I thinks that's about all you can do. Looks like this is where you're headed next:
Very very nice...I'd try to drive it on good days during the winter. And consider checking with your Porsche dealer on an aftermarket service contract.
