991s or 997 turbo s

[davidbht]

As evo mag reports that the 991 s is quicker than the ring than the 997 turbo s, which would you buy ,and how will this contribute to 997 turbo prices if it all.

[IMI A]

I'm selling my car tom! Jeez who really cares in the real world?

[Mermaid]

I heard from my mate at Weissach that the 992 is a lot faster than the 991, and more economical.

[Magic919]

Hopefully this is just some research for an essay.

[graemel]

Mermaid said:

I heard from my mate at Weissach that the 992 is a lot faster than the 991, and more economical.

Might as well wait for the 993. Oops they've already done that

[Mermaid]

graemel said:

Might as well wait for the 993. Oops they've already done that

Correct answer

[mollytherocker]

davidbht said:

As evo mag reports that the 991 s is quicker than the ring than the 997 turbo s, which would you buy ,and how will this contribute to 997 turbo prices if it all.

I dont think it will make 997T prices fall any faster than they are already. Why would it?

For the record, I wouldnt buy either. I would buy a 997 GT3.

MTR

[Mermaid]

mollytherocker said:

For the record, I wouldnt buy either. I would buy a 997 GT3.
MTR

Limited supply, but surely all 997 prices will soften as even GT3 owners get tempted by the charms of the 991.

[mollytherocker]

Mermaid said:

mollytherocker said:

For the record, I wouldnt buy either. I would buy a 997 GT3.
MTR

Limited supply, but surely all 997 prices will soften as even GT3 owners get tempted by the charms of the 991.

Yes, the GT3 will fall aswell of course, but in my view more gently.

However, that is not my reason for my preference! I just love them! Pitty I cant afford at the moment.

MTR

[davidbht]

Had a 997 gt3 mk 1 bit to harsh for everyday use corsa tyres carbon bucket seats loved the car but not everyday had a 996 turbo but tip was slow gearbox although i believe the 997 tt has a better gearbox

[rimkah]

Its hard to imagine anything being quicker, suspension and chassis will have huge improvements over in essence 2004 997. For me I enjoy straightline pull so will keep until 991 turbo s comes out

[NickBB]

Not sure u can compare. 991s is north of £80k. Early 997tt can be had for under 50k. Totally different price band.

[rimkah]

NickBB said:

Not sure u can compare. 991s is north of £80k. Early 997tt can be had for under 50k. Totally different price band.

Cheapest Turbo S is a 100K!

[NickBB]

rimkah said:

Cheapest Turbo S is a 100K!

yes, exactly. Range is 50 for 06 tt, to 100+ for the S as u say.

[TheDeadPrussian]

Having just bought a 997.2 GT3 - that is where my money is at the moment, I think it is likely to depreciate more slowly. But, I have a deposit on the 991, and once the verdict is in on how it handles and performs I will update my thinking. This will be based upon magazine reviews (Chris Harris or Richard Meaden for example) and on my own test drive.

'Ring times don't worry or concern me; it is the overall driving experience that makes the largest impact on my thinking. I would not be able to push either a 997 TT or a 991 C2S to there absolute limits anyway (and certainly not on the road, which is where I spend the vast majority of my time).

Although I am only 100 miles in to the ownership of the 997.2 GT3 I can already say that in terms of ride quality it is quite different to the 997.1 GT3 – being much improved.

Edited by TheDeadPrussian on Wednesday 5th October 15:09

[Gibbo205]

Mermaid said:

Limited supply, but surely all 997 prices will soften as even GT3 owners get tempted by the charms of the 991.

Why would a GT3 owner want a 991, have you seen the 991 with aerokit? It looks hideous.

The 997 with Aerokit and GT3's are stunning looking cars, the 991 aerokit looks nowhere near as good.

[Mermaid]

Gibbo205 said:

Why would a GT3 owner want a 991, have you seen the 991 with aerokit? It looks hideous.

I have not seen the kit, but will the 991 drive as well as a GT3 & be more comfortable

Gibbo205 said:

The 997 with Aerokit and GT3's are stunning looking cars, the 991 aerokit looks nowhere near as good.

I suppose people will warm to the new aerokit - that's what has always happened in the past.

[Gibbo205]

Mermaid said:

I suppose people will warm to the new aerokit - that's what has always happened in the past.

I am more interested in how the drive feels, not necessarily will it give a better lap time or be comfier over bumps. I want my car to communicate the road surface with me, grip levels, impeccable steering feel and proper race car looks.

Its debatable whether or not the 991 will have the same level of feedback and precision with its electric steering system, the jury is still out.

I'd buy a GT3 any day over a 991 simply for the rawness, feedback and looks.