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The other headlight has already been replaced 2 yrs ago and looks brand new.
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Here are a few pics of my C4S with my first mod - I replaced the stock orange side markers with the clear/smoke ones.
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check here for cars with the look of the clear markers, much better.
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It was bright today so I toned em down with some adjustments.
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Agreed. The C4S was created with a perfect balance between the front spoiler/chin and the automatic wing. Perhaps the Turbo automatic wing but a stationary one . . . just not sure. Nevertheless, the shape of the C4S' rear is something to admire.
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I wonder if that wing would look nice on my Cab? I'm looking to update the look on my C4S Cab and always considered changing the wing that I currently have on it.
My time has arrived. I just took delivery of a 02' 996 C4S and cannot wipe the grin off my face. I am amazed at how nice it rides and drives, comfort wise. This could easily be a daily driver. My first Porsche. Car came from Dallas to our home in Ashburn, VA after a year long search/quest. Looking back, I should have flown in and drove back as some have suggested.
Also, I must say, the Porsche Sports Exhaust is something special. You just cant help but smile every time she boots up. I was a little concerned it might be too loud for me(and others). However, I was dead wrong, it is one of the prettiest purrs I have heard. Thanks to those who convinced me and shared their thoughts.
I am thinking of is a K&N filter change(upgrade) or cold air charger kit. I would welcome any feedback if you have experience.
Love the thread, loyalty and group here. Some great pics and advice. Thanks.
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Hey welcome and congrats!
Great first post.
Put a smile to my face, yup there's nothing like owning your first P.
before ya start any "performance" jobs get a feel for the car first and drive it till the wheels come of
Enjoy!
Hi everyone,
here's my first post. Just picked up a 2003 C4S, in yellow. I am very excited as this is my first P-car.
Currently at the dealer getting some CPO work done.
One thing the dealer refuses to replace is on one of the headlight there are small cracks all around the seal, I will try to take a pict of it when I et the car back, it looks like the plastic was stressed and these small cracks starts to form over time. Anyone else have something like that? The other headlight has already been replaced 2 yrs ago and looks brand new.
Any advice?
I'm new to the forum - just wanted to say hi! I'm the proud owner of a 2003 996 C4s and I just love it!!! I hope to make friends with you guys and share insights and tidbits about our adventures in our Carreras. Here are a few pics of my new car. I'll post more soon
[QUOTE=Rich10s;3348429]I'm new to the forum - just wanted to say hi! I'm the proud owner of a 2003 996 C4s and I just love it!!! I hope to make friends with you guys and share insights and tidbits about our adventures in our Carreras.
Welcome to the 6 ! That's one nice clean ride. Yes, post more pics including interior shots.
And let me be the first to warn you, if you're modding the car, the orange sidemarkers will be the first target of this forum
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absolutely right, the orange side markers have to go. check here for cars with the look of the clear markers, much better.
your C4S looks great. In fact, change out the side markers and we could be twins. Very nice..... congrats, and welcome to the black holes of the Pcar forums. Prepare to spend hours here and at Renntech. Enjoy... you deserve it.
oh, almost forgot. how many miles on your beautiful C$S? Consider some engine safety measures that may or may not be needed but will surely give you some peace of mind. IMS, RMS issues are important to know about. Some of us feel its worth doing a retrofit on the IMS to avoid future issues, but some don't. Check it out for yourself, there's lots of info here and over at Renntech.
Good luck. I've had my C$S since 2008, drive it everyday, and enjoy it every time. Drive it all winter in the rain too. City traffic, bumper to bumper, freeway, open highway.... it just seems to get better. Watch for the B/W's though, too easy to hit triple numbers. Consider a Valentine-1 too. Cheers...
Thanks guys for the kind words, my C4S is a 2003 model and it only has 13,800 miles on it, I bought it from an older man who drove it once a week to his country club for sunday brunch and/or tennis. Before I bought it, I had it checked out at the dealership and they told me it was practically brand new and plus in excellent condition plus that it was rare to see a car with such low mileage for the year model. I got a 3 year warranty for it also just in case
I appreciate any and all advice you guys are willing to share with me
I will def add more pics this week including interior photos as well.
Here are two more - both my vehicles side by side in my garage.
some folks say to beware of a 996 with too low a mileage, as its thought the cars that sit around tend to have more chance of an IMS issue, than those driven more regularly. Lack of lubrication to the IMS is believed to be the culprit. That said, I bought my 2003 in 2008 with just under 14K as well. the only problem I had was an alternator needed replacement; the engine ran great and I've driven the car almost every day I've had it and its now over 35K. I had intended to do the IMS LNE retrofit at 35k and did that a few weeks ago. Car runs strong and I think I sleep a little better at night. On longer trips away from home when the car sits in the garage I put it on a trickle charger as these cars have a bit of a rep re batt drain if not started regularly.
Thanks for the advice
. I do drive the c4s everyday even if to the gym and back - the technician at Porsche told me that these cars want to be driven and that if they sit too long for prolonged periods of time, lubrication issues can arise. Having said that, I will def look into IMS retrofit when the car reaches 30k miles or sooner if need be.
Again thanks for your input, I appreciate it very much
Just got my 4S about a month ago. Have spent that time fixing things here and there and getting the car up to my standards. Attached are some pics at delivery and after I've gotten her up and running.
Having fun so far! 86k on the odometer, she isn't my daily but I've been having some fun taking it to work in this unbelievable weather.
Congrats on your C4S e90Steve! I just picked up my 2003 C4S three weeks ago. It is my first Porsche and I must say I am far from disappointed - just LOVE it! Here are some more pics of it.
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Yeah mine only had 13,780 miles on it
The previous owner was a 65 year old man who drove it once a week to his country club for Sunday tennis and brunch. He bought it brand new in Feb 2003. I have all the records and its in near perfect condition except a small scratch located slightly above the right rear wheel well.
I am very happy with my new C4S! Just today I received some new clear side markers that I will be installing this weekend - my first mod
Your car looks identical to mine - artic silver metallic is my favorite color - good choice!
-rich
great. post up a pic with the new side marker lights. I bet the car with look better. One mod I've been thinking about is painting the black lower running strips to match the car, front, sides, rear. I've heard of some folks painting the front with a rattle can as paint there can tend to chip off. Body shop to do the sides and rear, unless the detail shop feels confident. Been thinking about this for some time, still somewhat undecided.
Your car looks great. Cheers....
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Looks great!!! Like you every time I come home and pull my Rubicon into the garage and see my C4S parked there, I just smile smile smile
Tell me more about your C4S
-rich
Zookie, your car looks awesome. Where did you get the front lip? Wish I could spring for suspension right now yours looks perfect, but I'm broke after having to get the car running right. Sticking to free mods right now like painting the console and detailing the ever living ish out of it.
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Thanks!!!
Thats a Factory Orginal Aero Kit Lip, Lot of Money but you can get Replica for Lot Less
http://www.racinglab.com/lsp-flip-pu...-996-0105.html
and click on this for some Entertainment
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...yurethane.html
Im on PSS9's for Suspension, Front all the Way down, Back to Match the Front
Well guys this weekend i performed my first mod on my C4S, i changed out the side markers from the original orange to clear. I'll post pics this week but for now I have to put my baby to bed in the garage under the sheets LOL.
Here are a few pics of my C4S with my first mod - I replaced the stock orange side markers with the clear/smoke ones. Looks much better! Thanks guys for the suggestions and keep em coming
Congrats Rich10!
That is one clean looking 4S!
I think one of the best mods I have done is the center console delete. My right leg thanks me every time I drive hard.
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