40th Anniversary Model

Why the big discounts on this car? I know the obvious is that they are not selling but since they offer a lot of car for the money why are they not selling?

Only comes in 1 color--not automatic (wussies)--only c2

I think the people who appreciate what you get in the 40th Anniversary package are the same people who would want a GT3 and many have gone that route instead.

Interesting comment by mrpc12. That's precisely the decision process I went threw and, having purchased the 40th, am continuing to go through. I have nothing but compliments for every facet of the car except the suspension which, IMO stinks. I have no clue what P is doing with the US cars but, yet again, I have to yank out P's suspension and replace it. Have yet to decide with what. If you're attracted to the GT3 and believe this is a bit more civilized version, it is. But, if you're attracted to the GT3 you need to budget for springs, shocks and maybe sways. Having said all that I've been a long standing holdout on the rush to the 996 -- the pricing on the 40th was what it took. To me, its a great blend of fantastic engine, interior, exterior, braking, etc. For the money, even after I spring for a suspension, I have no regrets. Only comment beyond the suspension are the seats. My wife and I are both compact but I'm at the limits of the sport seats. While they look great, if you're large framed, make sure you can live with them.

The 40th is at a price point that places it with the C4S and GT3. It is however a very different car all together. I look at the discounts as an opportunity to get into a great car with a wonderful combination of true performance, luxury, and great looks. My car gets allot of attention from fellow 996 owners. I needed a rear seat for my 2 year old so the GT3 was out of the picture. I prefer the narrow body over the wide body and I didn't want AWD so the C4S wasn't in the picture. There's a Porsche model for everyone's taste.

the big discount have nothing to do with the 40th car; you can get big discounts on most coupes. the cabs are the popular item right now...

I was also attracted to the GT3, but I also need rear seats and frankly the main attraction was the sweet motor; I already have a dedicated track so the GT3 wasn't a good fit for me; the 40th was RE: Sport seats - You don't have to get the 40th with sport seats; mine has the standard seats in it and they are very comfortable. I had the sport seats in a Boxster and yes, they can be uncomfortable; but more supportive at the track

I also would have liked to get a GT3 but need backseat for 5 year old. I got tired of squeezing C4S in between double parked trucks and always feeling like I was gonna hit em. When I saw 40th in my color choice with lots o' extras it seemed best compromise for me. Now I love it and have added PSE which is just starting to rumble as advertised (ie sounding great and getting better every time I drive it).

Even though my kids are a bit older, I did want a rear seats for occasional use by them. I've had my 11 year old daughter and her friend in the back and while somewhat tight, they enjoyed the ride. I too have recently added PSE to my car, along with 35% tint on the glass, and smoked corners. I think I'm done, other than the Rennline pedals I've ordered. My car has the optional "comfort seats" which fit my frame better, but unfortunately do not come with the alum back rest part. All in all, I love the car...it is my 4th 911 and the most balanced one yet. And from what I have seen of the 997 interior, I'm thrilled I made the purchase when I did.

Just drove home in the new ride. Proud new owner of a 40th Anniversary with Nav and CD changer, absolutely AWESOME! This is my 1st Porsche. I said when I graduated college that I would some day own a 911, 3 years ago had to settle for an Audi TT first, which I thought was awesome. I cannot wait to really learn how to drive this machine. Thanks for all the help and advice. Garv

Congratulations. I've had mine 2 weeks now and the hardest part is keeping the Revs down until I get some more miles on it.

The dealer laughed when I asked him about a break in period. He said, "Drive the car". I am concerned because I don't want to do any damage but I want to drive it!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyone have any other advice?

Garv, It is recommended that for the first 2000 miles you keep the revs below 5000. However, there are other schools of thought that say you don't need to, that 1) porsche road tests it before you get 2) the mechanicals will wear in the same if not better by driving like you stole it right from the beginning...

Congrats on the new vehicle. I've taken an intermediate approach to break in on my 40th. Now at 1,700 miles (car was purchased last Christmas eve), I'm just beginning to explore 5k rpm. It's a blast to drive. Now you need to install PSE so it sounds like a Porsche, too!

OK, what is PSE for the new Porsche virgin? What is entalled and how much will it cost me?

Porsche Sports Exhaust. It is optional (with an electronic cut-off switch that makes it quieter) on most other 996 models, or you can have it retrofitted aftermarket. As a Porsche part, no chance of warranty issues as could be the case with other exhaust systems (i.e., Fabspeed, B&B, etc.). I bought mine at Brandywine for $1,500, plus $150 at my local shop to install (that is w/o the electronics). It just sounds far, far better (deeper, louder) to most of us on these boards. But to each his own. There are numerous threads on PSE if you care to use the search function.

Thanks.

Garveyb: If you search through the older messages there are several threads on break in period. I've decided to keep it under 5K RPM for the first 1000 miles (almost there already). Then slowly take it up to higher RPM's as the miles accumulate beyond that.

I think I have probably hit the red line within 2 blocks of the dealer (highway on ramp) on the way home from purchasing every new Porsche I have ever owned. In fact, I don't think I have ever followed a break-in on any car I have ever owned, except I do follow them on boats. I have never had any problems with cars sucking down oil or having any engine issues. Come to think of it, I have probably red linned every new Porsche I have taken for a test drive with the dealer in the car. I couldn't imagine waiting all that time.

The manual says 2000 miles which is nuts in my opinion. But if for some reason something went wrong with the engine in the first few miles they could check the engine computer and then try to say that not following the break in caused the problem. Probably not much of a chance of that happening but don't want to tempt Murphy's law.

I talked to the shop foreman at my dealer today. I won't repeat verbatum what he said about the so called break-in period, being from NY, you can imagine. His 20 year experience said, "It's a Porsche, DRIVE THE CAR!!!

Yep. You could ask 100 people and get 100 different opinions. Bottom line...It's your car so do what you want. I'm up to about 1300 miles now and I'm not going to go redline it for the sake of it but I'm not going to worry about what the tach says any more either.

PSE=Porsche Sport Exhaust.......A must! The car will sound like it is supposed to. About $1500 for the exhaust (2 mufflers). Try Suncoast in Portland (check out the Renntech.org site for their link). Then about 1 hour labor at your dealer (approx $80-100) or you can DIY. Not really a HP gain, but a sound that will make you never want to listnen to the radio again!!!!!! Check out this thread: https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...hreadid=125762 OH YEAH......congrats on the new ride and of course.........PICS!!!!!

Garveyb, PSE = Porsche Sport Exhaust. It's available through multiple aftermarket dealers. Carnewel seams to be a popular choice. I must say that it sounds much better than the standard exhaust, but this is very subjective.