Should I 997.1 C4S to 997.2 C4S - Page 2 - 911/Carrera GT - PistonHeads UK

Is it really worth doing. Have a lovely Atlas Grey C4S with warranty but am seriously considering a change to the newer Gen 2 car. Better PASM, newer engine etc and a PCM that is way better. Oh plus a red stripe! Is the Gen 2 that much better?

If PDK yes.

Better engine, cabin. But the real game changer would be Tip >>> PDK.

Also, if you have a Porsche Extended Warranty, you will reach the point where a Gen.1 997 won't be eligible for an extension in the not too distant future. I have a Gen.2 C2S PDK and love it. Good Luck.

Won't be PDK hate auto's and yes I have driven pdk. I have great a/b roads and enjoy heal and toe...

I've driven both extensively and IMHO unless you are going from a Tiptronic auto to PDK auto then there is not enough difference to justify it assuming you are happy with the current car. As you say you hate autos then I can't think there is much point in you changing. The new PCM is much nicer to use, but the old one wasn't exactly a hardship.

True I think I'm allowing myself to get carried away with a "new" car idea rather than just running the existing one...

GTS is what I hold out for. Not big enough difference between gen 1 and 2 if sticking to stick.

Worth it just for the red stripe.

Magic919 said: Worth it just for the red stripe. They have not really gone big with the 997.2 redstripe though, which was a shame.

So after a whole weekend of discussing this, the result is "wait for a good GTS"

Paul still thinking......

Fish said: ...enjoy heal and toe... Have you been poorly?

Podie said: So after a whole weekend of discussing this, the result is "wait for a good GTS" 4 GTS so you still get stripe

Callughan said: Podie said: So after a whole weekend of discussing this, the result is "wait for a good GTS" 4 GTS so you still get stripe I went from C4S manual (also Atlas Grey) to 4 GTS PDK. Overall I'm very happy. It's all the things I liked before, with several key items evolved or better. It's noticeably faster, and generally harder all round - although I always tell the wife she's mistaken and it's just the same. The PDK is sensational, and I would urge you to definitely consider it. The car accelerates when I pull the lever rather than pauses when one is using a manual. I use it in manual mode 99% of the time anyway so it's very engaging. Then there's stuff like better stereo, phone, allegedly much improved front suspension construction and the interior's good if you get the leather upgrade which many do. It took me a while to justify it on paper but every time I get in it I don't regret the decision. Hope that helps.

Atlas Blue ?

Thanks for everyones comments. I'm going to go for it. It is a manual as I'm sorry but I really dislike PDK...however each to their own. I'll update once the deal is done! Anyone want a nice Atlas grey C4s gen 1? Edited by Fish on Tuesday 22 October 21:20

Koln-RS said: Atlas Blue ? Edited to Atlas Grey DOh!

New car just collected from Bournemouth, long drive back. Verdict: Gen II is way better than Gen I.... Absolutely loving it, PCM works and looks good, still an Analogue car, Mor epower but feels alot faster than it should. PASM better, gearchange better... Brakes less servoed - and better. All in all great A not very good pic:-

Martian O said: Fish said: ...enjoy heal and toe... Have you been poorly? Everyone spells it like this don't they.

Nice

Lovely. What happened to your old car (I've been after an Atlas C4S for ages)?

It will be appearing on sale or return with Cameron Sportscars http://www.cameronsportscars.co.uk/ . They probably won't get the add up till early next week so by all means give Ian or Simon a bell.. Car is tidy with 32500 miles and porsche warranty to June 2014... Nope they've got the add up already... http://www.cameronsportscars.com/cars/porsche/911/... Edited by Fish on Sunday 27th October 08:56 Edited by Fish on Sunday 27th October 09:10

I can confirm that Fish looks after his cars properly.

(Trying not to salivate on the keyboard) That's perrrrrfect. Sadly, it's too good for me and my sub 30k budget :-( I'm going to have to give up on one of Atlas/PSE/4WD, I think. Enough Basalt ones about, but zzzzzzzzz... Good luck with sale, and enjoy the new one!

Have fun in the hunt..

pcrawf said: (Trying not to salivate on the keyboard) That's perrrrrfect. Sadly, it's too good for me and my sub 30k budget :-( I'm going to have to give up on one of Atlas/PSE/4WD, I think. Enough Basalt ones about, but zzzzzzzzz... Good luck with sale, and enjoy the new one! Hoi! What's wrong with Basalt black?!?!! I was originally after Guards Red but couldn't find one (in my price range) for love nor money. I ended up going for Basalt Black in the end and as the paintwork was less than perfect I fired on some Gulf Stripes to liven up the car (see my profile pics)... bit of love it or loathe it but made me grin every time I went for a drive. Still, it's in the bodyshop now, the stripes have been removed and the car is being resprayed prior to it going on sale. Certainly comes under your £30k budget, with PSE, Sports Chrono plus, extended leather, sunroof, etc. and 2 sets of wheels - just about to put the winter wheels on (Pirelli Sottozeros) given the temp is under 7 degrees... I'll miss it but I rarely use it these days. Anyhow, good luck with your search - always fun!

I would never get a black car again (4 of my 6 cars are black ncluding my present one). They look filthy the whole time. If you're going to get a boring colour, at least silver is practical