Is this a really stupid idea?

[estacion]

Having owned a few 997's over the years I got to thinking that my ideal porsche would have a slight suspension lift to cope with the odd track etc. I know this sounds daft but it would mean that I could use a 997 as my daily transport rather than have to resort to the default choice of a Cayenne! Audi have done it with the Allroad and I think they pulled the look off pretty well. Essentially an a6 with added practicality. Even Porsche themselves have done it in the past, namely the safari spec 911 'Rothmans' car etc. What do you all think? Yes the handling would be compromised slightly but it should still be an engaging car to drive? Has anyone done something along these lines? Or should I keep taking the tablets!?

[Slobberchops]

Buy something else. You are clearly insane.

[SalesManager]

It is possible to understand your reasoning, however it would turn you into a laughing stock.

[burwoodman]

SalesManager said:

It is possible to understand your reasoning, however it would turn you into a laughing stock.

lol

[mollytherocker]

The macan is on its way.

[Callughan]

Or get a 997 C2 with no options they seem to be a foot off the ground especially when on 18's;)

[estacion]

Thanks for the positive replies! That 959 looks pretty good though...

[Conian]

Ive been saying that I want something with a rugged 4x4 drive train and a sporty car on top
something like this maybe...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxPeLRcgGXE
jump to 41m30s for the built car

[Redarress]

Get a BMW X6....... Nearest thing to what you want but they are Fekkin ugly though

[estacion]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp8QkyXyTrc

Looks like fun!

[A9XXC]

estacion said:

Thanks for the positive replies! That 959 looks pretty good though...

Not a 959, its a 953.
Carrera 3.0 RSR with manually controlled 4 wheel drive quickest way of describing it, built for '84 Dakar

[sundayjumper]

A9XXC said:

Not a 959, its a 953.

Drop the museum a line to let them know they've got their sign wrong

[matc]

A9XXC said:

estacion said:

Thanks for the positive replies! That 959 looks pretty good though...

Not a 959, its a 953.
Carrera 3.0 RSR with manually controlled 4 wheel drive quickest way of describing it, built for '84 Dakar

Have another look at the photo, it says 959.

[Hugo a Gogo]

there was a 953, but that isn't it

it just looked like a high up, narrow-body, impct bumper 911 with a whale tail

[A9XXC]

Sorry guys, my mistake viewing on o phone earlier

[franki68]

estacion said:

Having owned a few 997's over the years I got to thinking that my ideal porsche would have a slight suspension lift to cope with the odd track etc. I know this sounds daft but it would mean that I could use a 997 as my daily transport rather than have to resort to the default choice of a Cayenne! Audi have done it with the Allroad and I think they pulled the look off pretty well. Essentially an a6 with added practicality. Even Porsche themselves have done it in the past, namely the safari spec 911 'Rothmans' car etc. What do you all think? Yes the handling would be compromised slightly but it should still be an engaging car to drive? Has anyone done something along these lines? Or should I keep taking the tablets!?

You weren't the chap on the Aston forum asking about buying a DBS and converting it to run gas as well were you ?