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YOUR RESEARCHMy 1999 C2 - Dreams Do Come True
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I also finally installed my Cayman 17's with 225/50 and 245/45 Firestone Indy 500's.
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I changed the oil and got a report from Blackstone while I was at it.
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I also swapped the wheel studs that had been installed on the car for longer studs from Rennline.
Run c4s wide body twists (18x8+50 front, 18/11+45 rear)
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on my 3/98 Carrera 2 I'm running C4S wide body twists (18x8+50 front, 18/11+45 rear) with 245/40 and 275/40 tires.
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In terms of tires I got the Michelin Pilot Super Sport, these are probably the best street tires you can get but I was not super happy with them in on the track.
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What's your favorite car? I've been asked many times and given many different answers, but the Porsche 911 GT1 '98 has a special place in my heart. I loved cars and knew of endurance racing before Le Mans in 1998, but that grid totally pulled me in to the sport and Porsche managed to pull off the underdog win with a car that, to my mind, looked perfect. At 10 years of age, that car became my poster car.
Fast forward 20 years, and I still loved cars but didn't own a fun one. I really wanted a sports car, but which one? I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted. 986, 996, E46 M3 and C5 Z06 were all considered, plus anything that caught my eye. In hindsight, maybe it's not surprising that I ended up with a 996. The car I picked is a 1999 with a few modifications that seem to be well chosen and an LN IMS bearing already installed. In particular, the car has an aftermarket intake and exhaust that sound amazing together. I doubt I would've ever bought bolt-ons like that, but I'm so glad the car came with them.
So far I've put a little over 2,500 miles on it, most of which happened within the first two weeks. My initial feeling is that this is love at first sight. I have yet to take it to an autocross or on track and I fear severe understeer coming out of slow speed turns, but the way the car drives on the street is very special. The more time I spend with all that weight in the back, the more I like it.
I'm going to be experimenting with seating options as I don't have enough headroom with a helmet on. I don't know if I'll run a fixed back seat daily, but I'm definitely contemplating that. I bought an Ultrashield Rally Sport seat and it will definitely be experimented with at the very least.
My other thoughts seem to be breaks from the Porsche herd. I'm a big believer in the Church of Sidewall, so I picked up a set of 17" Cayman wheels and intend to get some fresh tires on them. It is unbelievably difficult to find aftermarket 17" wheels so they're narrower than I would prefer, but we'll get there one day. I'm also thinking about finding a torsen for it. The Porsche community seems to gravitate toward clutch type differentials, but I feel like a torque biasing differential, would really suit the car on the road and in competition.
I have tracked my 99 twice at Road Atlanta which is a fast track with fast turns. I can keep up with may cars through the turns. Understeer was not an issue even when running stock 17s with 205s on the front during one of the track days. On the back straight, the Ferrari's and new GT3s would blow by me.
Great title, great story and a beautiful car! Most of us know exactly how you feel: I for one had the same life long dream come true last year about this time. I feel special anytime I drive it, enjoy!
Congrats and great story....for me, that is what true car guys(or gals) is all about....its the connection from when you were a kid...that is how it was for me. I love your connection to the GT1 and how much you loved the car. To me its that look with the GT1 lights that connects me the 996 headlights. Enjoy the car....and all of the pleasures that come with making it your own.
so the fenders, bumper, and headlights were upgraded?
I remember I went to the L.A. car show when I was 14 years old and picked up a poster of a zenith blue c2. It hung on my wall for the longest time and now I own one. Wish I could find that same poster, but haven't been able to find one anywhere.
Thanks for the kind words everyone. The car is 'missing' the aero kit side skirts, but it'll probably stay that way. This isn't a GT3 and I'm not really concerned about it looking like one. I also think it looks really good as is.
996.2 litronic headlights, 996.2 aero kit bumper and engine cover/wing. They were installed by a previous owner. I like the look, but I likely wouldn't have done that for myself and I have no interest in adding aero kit side skirts.
The previous owner did all the expensive parts of the Aerokit II.
Especially with the 996.2 conversion added in!
The Aerokit II side skirts are the cheapest part. (currently just under $700 before painting)
I've kinda held off on getting side skirts because every time I see an old Honda or Toyota, or Mustang with side skirts I think, "nah...they look too cheap."
Then I look at the
Aerokit thread
here and go, "yep, they look just right."
So if I visit the aerokit thread too many more times this weekend, I just might order them...if I can stay away, I'll wait a little longer...
Coming from one who accomplished this same goal in February of this year, welcome to the "Club". Daily driving and road tripping this car is a special occasion every time, and the last few owners obviously felt the same as she's over 180k now.
Also, in regard to your religion (Church of Sidewall) I offer that you can have it all.. on my 3/98 Carrera 2 I'm running C4S wide body twists (18x8+50 front, 18/11+45 rear) with 245/40 and 275/40 tires. Very controlled ride, non jarring over bumps. I have a 27 year old back injury and I can and have spent hours in this wonderful Recaro designed seat without abnormal pain or worry.
Enjoy the ride my friend, everytime.
Congrats! I've seen your car in person and know the previous owner. It was in good hands before you purchased and it looks like it'll continue to we well cared for.
What group do you run with? I'm in Myrtle Beach and I'm a few small maintenance items (new brakes, swaybar links and maybe oil sump) from hitting the track for the first time.
Thank you! Trey was great and I actually also got in touch with the original owner who was really pleased it was still being enjoyed. Watching you push your car at the track is good motivation for me to get out there, we should have a beer together one of these days.
Hard to choose. My favorite 30 years ago when I was 10, was probably the 930 turbo or the 356 bathtub. Then the 959 soon after, then back to the 911 turbo S. I only recently graduated to appreciating the GT cars, but not before digging into the history of the 917 and other race classics.
I�m now awestruck by the GT2RS. It�s my favorite ever since it came out, and after I saw it in person, it became an instant classic by my book.
I joined the driving club at Road Atlanta. My first two sessions were in the novice group, although there were some more advanced drivers getting their check-outs. Many of the cars are purpose built.
In terms of tires I got the Michelin Pilot Super Sport, these are probably the best street tires you can get but I was not super happy with them in on the track.
If you plan to track a few times a year and live in a warm climate and don't have to drive fast in the rain then get Ventus RS-4 or similar.
I also have a 1999 C2 911. Just love the car. Still hasn't figured out how to drive it fast on the track, something with the engine being in the back...
Just curious - do you trail brake? I ran all seasons on the track and was just fine - but only after learning how to trail brake. Before that, not happy with street tires.
Time for an update!
The car now has just over 108k miles and has continued to be a dream to drive on the street. I changed the oil and got a report from Blackstone while I was at it. The reassurance from the clean bill of health was more than worth it.
I finally got to take the car to an autocross last weekend with a set of 18" wheels, Sport Cup 2's, and a newly mounted race seat. The car was even more fun to drive around the cones than it is on the street. I won my class despite having way too much fun sliding around and picking up several cones through the day. The LSD has moved much lower on the list of priorities as I'm more than happy with the way the car moved around.
The seat and tires are really not suited to daily driving, but together they turn the car into a perfect weekend warrior. I can't wait to take this car to the track.
After the autocross, I decided to test fit the 17" Cayman wheels. The rear wheels are a perfect fit, but the fronts will need spacers to clear the brakes. They've been ordered and I'll be picking sizes and sourcing tires soon. The inside shoulders of the rear tires on the 19" wheels have been wearing much quicker than the rest of the tire so the car will also be going in for an alignment to make sure everything is in order. I suspect it might just be a matter of running static camber on very low profile tires.
Good choice on the '99! Looking good! Glad to see that you are using the vehicle properly! Not sure if you have considered coilovers, but more damping force/spring rate will give you an improved roll rate/posture. Please consider.
I have considered coilovers, but I really don't feel they are worthwhile in my case. I have a shifter kart for proper racing, the 911 is plenty fast for having fun.
Courtesy of Philip Petrie, I have this excellent photo from last weekend's autocross. The car has continued to be a joy to drive. It was also a great vehicle to introduce my brother to autocross.
I also finally installed my Cayman 17's with 225/50 and 245/45 Firestone Indy 500's. I ended up using 7mm spacers in the back 15mm spacers in the front. The fit seems to be good, but the front tires do have a minor rub. In hindsight, maybe a 225/45 or 205/50 would've been a better choice, but I'll wait until I take the car to an autocross to settle on a verdict. On the street, the car is definitely quieter and the ride is much improved. I also swapped the wheel studs that had been installed on the car for longer studs from Rennline. If you're looking, I think their kit is a great option.
