RS4 Avant v 996 C4S
Discussion
Firstly, the 996 is not a 4 seater, it has 4 seats but the rears are pretty much useless for anything over a very short journey. They're totally different cars, why are you considering the Avant and a 996? If you're thinking practicality and speed, then the Audi is the only choice from the 2.
The 996 interior is pretty poor really, the quality of materials is far from impressive. The S looks nice and they go very well but I'd only consider one again if it's had the preventative engine work done (plenty of info about). I have a feeling that they're going to start increasing in value again over the next few years, especially the S. I didn't particularly like the drive, I didn't find it great fun and eventually sold it due to fears of engine catastrophe.
The Avant will be far more practical and if you're already considering it and the 996, that to me says you'll be better off with the Audi. I'd imagine that the Audi is even less enjoyable to drive though. If practicality isn't really an issue, then as others have suggested, I'd hold out for a Turbo, stronger internals and extremely capable. I'm sure I've seen them about at the £20k mark?
The 996 interior is pretty poor really, the quality of materials is far from impressive. The S looks nice and they go very well but I'd only consider one again if it's had the preventative engine work done (plenty of info about). I have a feeling that they're going to start increasing in value again over the next few years, especially the S. I didn't particularly like the drive, I didn't find it great fun and eventually sold it due to fears of engine catastrophe.
The Avant will be far more practical and if you're already considering it and the 996, that to me says you'll be better off with the Audi. I'd imagine that the Audi is even less enjoyable to drive though. If practicality isn't really an issue, then as others have suggested, I'd hold out for a Turbo, stronger internals and extremely capable. I'm sure I've seen them about at the £20k mark?
RowntreesCabana said:
The 996 interior is pretty poor really, the quality of materials is far from impressive. The S looks nice and they go very well but I'd only consider one again if it's had the preventative engine work done (plenty of info about). I have a feeling that they're going to start increasing in value again over the next few years, especially the S. I didn't particularly like the drive, I didn't find it great fun and eventually sold it due to fears of engine catastrophe.
What 996 'S' are you talking about here?RowntreesCabana said:
Magic919 said:
What 996 'S' are you talking about here?
C4S?Can't say I see those going up, but they are a nice car. Sounds great with the sports exhaust too.
[quote=RowntreesCabana]Firstly, the 996 is not a 4 seater, it has 4 seats but the rears are pretty much useless for anything over a very short journey. They're totally different cars, why are you considering the Avant and a 996? If you're thinking practicality and speed, then the Audi is the only choice from the 2.
The 996 interior is pretty poor really, the quality of materials is far from impressive. The S looks nice and they go very well but I'd only consider one again if it's had the preventative engine work done (plenty of info about). I have a feeling that they're going to start increasing in value again over the next few years, especially the S. I didn't particularly like the drive, I didn't find it great fun and eventually sold it due to fears of engine catastrophe.
The Avant will be far more practical and if you're already considering it and the 996, that to me says you'll be better off with the Audi. I'd imagine that the Audi is even less enjoyable to drive though. If practicality isn't really an issue, then as others have suggested, I'd hold out for a Turbo, stronger internals and extremely capable. I'm sure I've seen them about at the £20k mark?[/quote
For my needs, the 911 is a four seater. It needs to carry me, my other half and daughter once a month. I've had a C2 so I'm comfortable with the space it has. Anyway, I should have been more specific - anyone driven both for any length of time (ie outside the constraints of a test drive) and have any thoughts on grin factor? Owned a B7 RS4 previously but not driven a C4S in anger. And secondly, I've an eye on depreciation so a crystal ball on medium term (3 yr) values would be helpful...
The 996 interior is pretty poor really, the quality of materials is far from impressive. The S looks nice and they go very well but I'd only consider one again if it's had the preventative engine work done (plenty of info about). I have a feeling that they're going to start increasing in value again over the next few years, especially the S. I didn't particularly like the drive, I didn't find it great fun and eventually sold it due to fears of engine catastrophe.
The Avant will be far more practical and if you're already considering it and the 996, that to me says you'll be better off with the Audi. I'd imagine that the Audi is even less enjoyable to drive though. If practicality isn't really an issue, then as others have suggested, I'd hold out for a Turbo, stronger internals and extremely capable. I'm sure I've seen them about at the £20k mark?[/quote
For my needs, the 911 is a four seater. It needs to carry me, my other half and daughter once a month. I've had a C2 so I'm comfortable with the space it has. Anyway, I should have been more specific - anyone driven both for any length of time (ie outside the constraints of a test drive) and have any thoughts on grin factor? Owned a B7 RS4 previously but not driven a C4S in anger. And secondly, I've an eye on depreciation so a crystal ball on medium term (3 yr) values would be helpful...
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