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I use the same "logic" to keep from wanting to eek as much power out of my car as possible.
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I love driving in a spirited fashion when I can and my current 2001 C2 keeps me in check from crossing the line into oblivion.
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That said -- when I purchased mine, I could have written a check for a turbo.
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I have the opportunity to buy a 996 TT with only 56k miles for $38,900 but think I prefer my "lowly" 996 base Carrera. I test drove the TT and the acceleration feels like a top fuel dragster! The car has been tuned to 450 hp. However for all it's power and mystique, in addition to the reliability of the GT1 engine block, it can't duplicate for me the basic pleasure of a light, nimble car with a lively naturally aspirated engine found in my base Carrera. So I have decided to stay with what I have.
Mark, I am biased toward the widebody, so I'm afraid I would go the TT route in this case. I will admit, though that if my C4S wasn't available at the time (and I hadn't gotten such a screamin' deal on it), I would have stretched to the Turbo.
All that said, these deals seem to come along frequently. Give it some time and if it's still calling your name in 6 months, then revisit it.
Yah drive the car you have till you have to buy an engine making the price of your car more than the turbo that has a better engine, power and suspension. I think turbo's have pretty good gas mileage till you open the flood gates.
If you like the 996 NA then have fun and stick with it. There will always be a TT out there whenever you are ready. So NO you are not crazy, other than general crazyness like the rest of us.
Don't we all lust for the Porsche that we don't have? I do enjoy my C2, but every time I read about the GT3 or a turbo, I can't help but wonder why I'm not pushing to own the next 'best' Porsche model upgrade.It's human nature to want what we don't have I guess.
Like a pretty woman in a short skirt, I look at the turbos and ponder.
Yet, with the traffic around Seattle, there are only a occasional moments (entrance ramps, etc.) where you could exercise the car (unless you go to the track--which has its own costs/rewards/risks). The rest of the time, you'll coast along in traffic like any other car. Sigh.
So, I just try to convince myself that although it would be engaging, it would be high maintenance with limited benefits....like some females...and keep what I have.
That said -- when I purchased mine, I could have written a check for a turbo. I prefer the C2 as it feels lighter and the handling (day-to-day) is more engaging. It also is more elegant; that is, simpler in design & execution. With fewer things to go wrong, I'll be more likely to keep it longer. Yes...the turbos are surprisingly dependable. But when "stuff happens" -- hold on to your checkbook.
I owned a TT a few years ago. The traffic in Orlando is bad also. Regardless there are invariably occasions to let er rip, and those occasions are intoxicating once the boost hits. Still fighting the urge.....
No. I used to have tuned out AWD s4, and didn't get nearly the enjoyment out of driving it as I do out of driving my 996 c2. Something about a nimble, rwd car that is a blast to drive. As for the latest/greatest, I would rather a GT3 over a GT2, but that's just me.
Ha! I use the same "logic" to keep from wanting to eek as much power out of my car as possible. In the long run, I guess it will save me money... it's not like my C4S is slow by any means, but you always want more.
And for the OP: Yes, I think your're nuts to pass up on that deal (assuming finances/being responsible wasn't part of the equation).
You could also use that same "logic" to buy a fully loaded Hyundai. I personally enjoy hard acceleration, regardless of how infrequent it is.
To the original post: There's something to be said for a smooth power curve and RWD, but I'm a boost addict, so I will always prefer the Turbo.
I have ridden in chipped turbo's... reminded me of the Millennium Falcon going into hyperspace. LOL
Honestly, I prefer the standard C2 Carrera only because I think I would kill myself having that much power. I love driving in a spirited fashion when I can and my current 2001 C2 keeps me in check from crossing the line into oblivion. If I had a turbo, I would probably not be typing this.
I owned and tracked a modified 996TT w/ 500HP for about 4 years. The acceleration is scary fast. But the feedback you get from the car is not sport-car sharp. My C2 has more rawness and feedback. You feel more connected.
It all really come down to economics for me. If money was no object, I would get a 996TT (again) or even a 997TT. It is hard to pick a 996 C2 over a 996TT no matter how hard you try to justify it! For my budget, a C2 fits the bill.
Ok so after a lot of thought, I have decided to sell my newly purchased 996 in order to go to the TT. I do a lot of race car maintenance business with Titan Motorsports, and their owner Nero, who also owns this TT, has offered to help me sell the 996. He said he should be able to move it pretty quickly given the condition and the low price, and they took a bunch of pics today. It is a real cream puff, and all I want out of it is the $18,100 I paid, which is pretty much wholesale. I thought I'd give y'all a heads up before Titan goes through their channels to help me sell it. If anyone is interested, call Wes or Nero and they can send you the pics. I have a full stack of service reports from the original owner since the car was new. It was serviced at Reeves in Tampa, the dealer that sold it initially.
http://www.titanmotorsports.com/?gcl...FQaFhwodZh5YCA
3rd gear becomes my turbo when ever I need exessive fast acceleration. Then drop into 4th at a 100MPH who the hell needs more whip than that with two more gears at hand on American roads. A differant kettle of fish if you are tracking your Turbo or driving the Autobahn. I pressume you have a TT from your posting.
Its probably a good thing you pulled the trigger rather than having risked lingering regret..
I know I too would have been sorely tempted, however, in all honesty, I'd prefer a GT3 than a turbo and would probably live in a more paranoid state than I do now with my C4 and C2, everytime I heard an unusual noise etc.
Congratulations on your purchase!
I am not sure it's such a great deal anyway. What year is it? Just saying it's a turbo with 56k miles doesn't mean much in terms of condition and all the other factors that go into a car purchase.
I have previously owned both 996 GT3 and TT as daily drivers. The engine noise of the GT3 near redline rivals he best music ever composed by Mozart. However as a daily driver in a big city traffic, the TT wins out.
Exactly what I was thinking. For me, I have yet to master even 300hp driving close to the limit on this thing and the first time I shifted down to 3rd on the highway, I'll always remember that moment.
