Newer vs older 911s
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A 911 has long been on my car bucket list but I had never driven one until the other day when I was lucky enough to drive a few laps of a race circuit in a 2013 Turbo S. I was looking forward to experiencing what 911s were all about. It was mighty fast at both going and stopping, had superglue levels of grip and didn't mind having the accelerator / brake used as alternate on-off neck-snapping switches.
But I wouldn't say it was the most involving car in the world. With its electrickery, paddle shifters, all wheel steering and anti-idiot software it was more like a computer driving game with G forces than what I imagined driving a 911 would be like.
Is it fair to say that the older less advanced models offer a more pure 911 experience?
But I wouldn't say it was the most involving car in the world. With its electrickery, paddle shifters, all wheel steering and anti-idiot software it was more like a computer driving game with G forces than what I imagined driving a 911 would be like.
Is it fair to say that the older less advanced models offer a more pure 911 experience?
Ayahuasca said:
A 911 has long been on my car bucket list but I had never driven one until the other day when I was lucky enough to drive a few laps of a race circuit in a 2013 Turbo S. I was looking forward to experiencing what 911s were all about. It was mighty fast at both going and stopping, had superglue levels of grip and didn't mind having the accelerator / brake used as alternate on-off neck-snapping switches.
But I wouldn't say it was the most involving car in the world. With its electrickery, paddle shifters, all wheel steering and anti-idiot software it was more like a computer driving game with G forces than what I imagined driving a 911 would be like.
Is it fair to say that the older less advanced models offer a more pure 911 experience?
Doest necessarily have to be old.But I wouldn't say it was the most involving car in the world. With its electrickery, paddle shifters, all wheel steering and anti-idiot software it was more like a computer driving game with G forces than what I imagined driving a 911 would be like.
Is it fair to say that the older less advanced models offer a more pure 911 experience?
The most basic 911 has often been the most pure and most fun. In addition, the 911 turbo has always been a very different car to the rest of the range. I view it as almost a different model. This applies with all generations.
But yeah, you have to go back to the old cars at some point to gain a complete understanding of the whole 911 thing.
mollytherocker said:
Ayahuasca said:
Is it fair to say that the older less advanced models offer a more pure 911 experience?
Do you really want to open this up again? Does anybody have the stomach for it?PS - The answer is yes.
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Sorry but I disagree a little on the "aircooled is best theme" above.
Whilst I hold up my hand as a 997 owner - have driven early 911s, 964, 993, 996, 997 and it's not a "night and day" difference at the watercooled end of the spectrum. You can definitely still feel the 911 experience in a 997 and 996 and understand what makes these cars special just as you can in an earlier aircooled car.
Instead I would say its a "horses for courses" decision when choosing what you want. If you want modernity and daily usability then choose a 996 or 997 (or possibly 993) and you will not be disappointed. If you want a car that gets taken out for Sunday tours and to go to shows and events - then an earlier car may be better suited for you.
As for most car purchases - be honest with yourself about how you are going to use the car and what you really want from it - go out and test drive a lot of them and you should find the car that suits you best. What is great about the 911 is that you have such a vast array of cars that almost certainly one will be a perfect fit for you as a proper sports car.
Whilst I hold up my hand as a 997 owner - have driven early 911s, 964, 993, 996, 997 and it's not a "night and day" difference at the watercooled end of the spectrum. You can definitely still feel the 911 experience in a 997 and 996 and understand what makes these cars special just as you can in an earlier aircooled car.
Instead I would say its a "horses for courses" decision when choosing what you want. If you want modernity and daily usability then choose a 996 or 997 (or possibly 993) and you will not be disappointed. If you want a car that gets taken out for Sunday tours and to go to shows and events - then an earlier car may be better suited for you.
As for most car purchases - be honest with yourself about how you are going to use the car and what you really want from it - go out and test drive a lot of them and you should find the car that suits you best. What is great about the 911 is that you have such a vast array of cars that almost certainly one will be a perfect fit for you as a proper sports car.
pete a said:
That's wonderful!
Thank you. 
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Edited by Big Al. on Sunday 10th November 21:26
drmark said:
Thank you.
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Bang to rights. Sorry.http://www.impactbumpers.com/forum/index.php?/topi...
Sorry no plugging your wares.
Edited by Big Al. on Sunday 10th November 21:26
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