997 turbo question

[projectgt]

I am going to be controversial and vote 996 GT2. I missed the boat on these as prices have risen by as much as 50% when compared to 3 years ago. A 996 T manual never fails to put a smile upon my face though.

[Lost soul]

Rocco1 said:

Not at all
This is one of the reason why i too went for the Gen 1 apposed to Gen 2
Metzger engine is by far the best engine to date!

How can you tell a gen1 from a gen 2 , or is it obvious ?

[Adam B]

Lost soul said:

How can you tell a gen1 from a gen 2 , or is it obvious ?

wheel design is most obvious sign, the usual bumper/rear light tweaks are not obvious unless side by side

inside slightly different dash trim and steering wheel, and if auto you would see a PDK shifter rather than a tip box

Edited by Adam B on Saturday 4th April 00:23

[mr pg]

You wouldn't see a PDK shifter if it's a manual gen 2!

[Adam B]

fixed, but you knew what I meant

[AMG Merc]

Also different rear lights and SatNav unit.

[FeelingLucky]

AMG Merc said:

Also different rear lights and SatNav unit.

Easiest way to spot, Gen1 has 996 style rear lights, Gen2 are a different shape and LED.

[Robtheloop]

FeelingLucky said:

Easiest way to spot, Gen1 has 996 style rear lights, Gen2 are a different shape and LED.

On the subject of rear LEDs - I bought some Dectane units for my 997.1T. Easy plug and play units that are excellent value for money and make a massive difference to modernise the appearance of Gen1 cars.

I just need to find a set of Gen2 alloys now!

[r1flyguy1]

Robtheloop said:

On the subject of rear LEDs - I bought some Dectane units for my 997.1T. Easy plug and play units that are excellent value for money and make a massive difference to modernise the appearance of Gen1 cars.
!

Do you have a link to the exact units?


Cheers

[FeelingLucky]

Try here:-
https://www.dectane.de/TAILLIGHTS/Taillights-PORSC...

I have to say they do look good and VERY Gen2 like. But be aware some owners report misting and dash warning lights.

[anonymous-user]

erics said:

Yes and probably the ugliest too..

IMI A said:

They didn't need to make an S version of the 997.1 turbo. According to a recent article in total 911 its the best turbo ever made!

A bit ugly and a bit stunning.....but with Carbon brakes and the PCM3 interior what more could I want ?
(But I will be retiring next April 2016 and it will have to go...Pensions and Porsches are not really compatible)

Edited by anonymous-user on Saturday 4th April 09:10

[IMIA]

Porkerjag said:

erics said:

Yes and probably the ugliest too..

IMI A said:

They didn't need to make an S version of the 997.1 turbo. According to a recent article in total 911 its the best turbo ever made!

A bit ugly and a bit stunning.....but with Carbon brakes and the PCM3 interior what more could I want ?
(But I will be retiring next April 2016 and it will have to go...Pensions and Porsches are not really compatible)

Edited by Porkerjag on Saturday 4th April 09:10

How many miles have you covered in your lovely car and is she an auto or a manual?

[anonymous-user]

IMIA said:

How many miles have you covered in your lovely car and is she an auto or a manual?

2009 Porsche 911 Turbo

Specification:

31,000 Miles
Fountain Blue Metallic
6 Speed Manual
Sports Steering Wheel
Carbon package
Adaptive Sports Seats
Electric Sunroof
Leather interior in Natural Leather
Rear Park Aid
PCCB Ceramic Brakes
Porsche Embossed Headrests
Rear Wiper
Sport Gear Shifter
Sport Chrono Package plus
PCM 3.0 Sat Nav.
Telephone Module
Windscreen with Grey top tint

Edited by anonymous-user on Saturday 4th April 13:27

[andyglos]

Stunning looking car. Can't say I saw any in that colour when I was looking but I prefer it to the "standard" colours.

[anonymous-user]

andyglos said:

Stunning looking car. Can't say I saw any in that colour when I was looking but I prefer it to the "standard" colours.

Thanks a lot...its a colour to sample .....there are one or two about including Boxsters

[IMIA]

Gorgeous. PM me before you put her up for sale. Personally I'd keep her as she's never going to depreciate that one, lovely!!

[anonymous-user]

IMIA said:

Gorgeous. PM me before you put her up for sale. Personally I'd keep her as she's never going to depreciate that one, lovely!!

Thanks very much....but she has been built into my retirement package I will be 56 when I retire, i could have worked maybe an extra year and kept her, but I wan't out as soon as the figures add up.....her garage Buddy will have to go as well !!

Edited by anonymous-user on Saturday 4th April 21:59

[IMIA]

Porkerjag said:

IMIA said:

Gorgeous. PM me before you put her up for sale. Personally I'd keep her as she's never going to depreciate that one, lovely!!

Thanks very much....but she has been built into my retirement package I will be 56 when I retire, i could have worked maybe an extra year and kept her, but I wan't out as soon as the figures add up.....her garage Buddy will have to go as well haha !!

Perfect well done!

[Lordglenmorangie]

LI am retired but happily do a bit of work to keep my Turbo , plus it's starting to appreciate so I am thinking of my family when I shuffle off. Mind you a small digger could make a hole big enough for us both


ps: your bloody garage is better than my house

Edited by Lordglenmorangie on Saturday 4th April 16:25

[Robtheloop]

FeelingLucky said:

Try here:-
https://www.dectane.de/TAILLIGHTS/Taillights-PORSC...

I have to say they do look good and VERY Gen2 like. But be aware some owners report misting and dash warning lights.

I've had mine for 3 months now. No dash lights at all. No misting at all. Great units and good value.