POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
With an after market rear turbo style bumper, is the difference negligible? Not talking performance, solely aesthetics. See pic.
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YOUR RESEARCHNarrow body vs. Wide body width
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Still not worth the cost and effort, but that doesn't always matter.
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POST 2 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
Another angle
POST 3Original post
The C4S is about 2.4 inches wider than the C2 at the rear fender flare. The visual appeal makes that appear much greater in person. Of course, there is much more than just a wider rear end to the C4S. It's a very striking car. Everything about it the design seems to flow very well.
POST 4Original post
Does this post in anyway convey a level of insecurity on the OP's part?
POST 5Original post
You can really see how much lower the C4S sits in that photo (assuming stock suspension in each car).
POST 6Original post
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OP, can you tell the difference? Does it matter to you? P.S. 2.4 inches IMHO is "neglible" (I have a C2 and it is already a FAT BUTT enough for me) but I will gladly take 2.4 inches LONGER in a specific part of my anatomy anyday...but then I digress
POST 7Original post
I am really surprised that no one ever did an aftermarket retrofit of the rear deck reflector. That is what makes the 996 C4S appear wider. Blasphemy perhaps, but I think people would buy it. The 996 C4S is still my fav looking Porsche.
POST 8 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post
I wouldn't call it insecurity, because I love my 996. But, do I wish I had bought a C4S or a turbo? You betcha. So maybe a little wide body envy!
POST 9Original post
A C4S decklid retrofit is possible for a C2, but it's a major PITA. It requires significant trimming of the decklid for width and length along with appropriate priming and painting. Even then, the reflector won't properly line up with the narrow body tail lights. Not worth the cost and effort...
POST 10Original post
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Kudos to your honesty and clarification.
POST 11Original post
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The mod would be on the C2 decklid to align with the lights, or a fibreglass one...not the C4S decklid. Still not worth the cost and effort, but that doesn't always matter. . Maybe slap on some tape...
POST 12Original post
Extenze?
POST 13Original post
There is something wrong about the C4S rear light that extend from one side to the other. Ugly
POST 14Original post
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, as they say. Many, many people would disagree with you. However, if you're one of the people who doesn't like it, then don't buy one! Everything works out in the end...
POST 15Original post
I don't know why you're so offended. It's just my opinion. My opinion doesn't mean much.
POST 16Original post
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This is what gives the c4s a much wider appearance. Granted, 2.4" wider than a NB is not to be ignored. Wider wheels, and the same canopy gives it that extra wide appearance. And I love it
POST 17Original post
I think the way the shoulders come into the c pillar makes the WB fairly striking. But I still like the sleeker more understated NB for the 996. 964 WB is about as good as it gets for me though. Different strokes...
POST 18Original post
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What makes you think I'm offended? It doesn't bother me if you think the C4S is ugly. You're entitled to your opinion, just like me.
POST 19Original post
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nah this is the (subtle) visual cue carry over from the 993 ... well done IMO. I do wish they would have also carried over the amber turn signal lens
POST 20Original post
We need a �what makes a C4S so special anyway� post. 😀
POST 21Original post
I think most of what makes the C4S special is quite obvious (last real “Turbolook M491” legacy). But there are internal uniqueness that aren’t visible, nor widely known; like the additional engine cooling, etc. I agree it’s unique enough to warrant a “following”
POST 22Original post
I think they both look great. However, I do prefer a narrow body with wheels as wide as possible. Just looks more agile to me. But make no bones about it, the C4S is a beautiful car. Anyone would be lucky to have a NB or WB.
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