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Is there any DISADVANTAGE to using the TT as a commuter VS a non-turbo?
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I posted this as a response on the 996TT forum and thought I'd post here to see if there's any additional insight.
I sold my 95 993 a couple years ago when leaving the country - now returning and need a 911! :-)
I'm looking at a 996 or 996TT as well for a 1 hr each way commute in the bay area. Also will go with a tip.
ONe thing I haven't settled upon is if I'll go for a TT or not (vs a reg. 996)
Is there any DISADVANTAGE to using the TT as a commuter VS a non-turbo?
- Obviously price & Insurance
- Gas mileage?
- Maintenance?
- Reliability?
- Other?
Honestly, if you are going to buy a tip, get a regular 996. I have a 6 speed TT, with the same commute time (1 hour for 40 miles covered each way), and the car is a joy to drive in all conditions.
I've had many Porsche commuter cars (928S, 964C2, 993C4S, 993TT, 996C4S). They're all wonderful. My only problem with Porsche's as commuter cars is the constant whisper. I hear them calling every day; "Hey Ric, wanna have some fun with me?"
If you can have either one, there is no question. T-U-R-B-O!!!!!
They are docile when you need them to be and a total brute when you're wanting to play.
Probably one of the best Porsche motors ever.
No brainer.
TW
I saw what appears to be a nice TT at the Walnut Creek Porsche dealer last weekend. Didn't do anything but look at it from the outside. It was a TIP and if I remember it was black on black.
Kris
No issue for driveability or reliability between the 2. Why do you want one just as a commuter? I don't enjoy driving mine in traffic. That doesn't mean it is a burden, it just isn't fun. Buy a daily driver to drive in traffic and get a 6-speed to drive when you can really drive it and enjoy it a lot more.
I'm leaning towards the turbo as well, but then read a couple posts about peope trading in their TT for a non-turbo! Basically too much car for them on the track and worring more about larger investment skidding into a wall..., also often can't enjoy the TT on std roads/driving. It got me thinking. I'm looking at a used one so the $20K premium will be recovered from the car when I sell it.
I'm getting it as a "commuter" because it'll be my only car and I like to do about 5 DE/yr, but most miles will be commuting. We'll have a family car for wife/child/dog...
Looks like I let my RL membership expire.... I'll fix that :-)
Thanks!
I agree with 02. I was using my c4s as a commuter between SF and SJ and gave up after having the windshield and paint chipped on 101. The c4s doesn't like to idle around in bumper-bumper traffic and I now have a commuter car. If you must have a 996, then I would suggest the TT. You'll have more fun when you want to open it up.
The only disadvantages are the higher initial cost to drive one, the higher insurance cost, and slightly lower gas mileage, though that really doesn't come into play unless you drive aggressively.
