In defence of the much maligned sunroof
Discussion
Last year I began researching and looking at 996's in readiness to make a purchase. Most of the posts I read on various forums concerning 996.1 and 996.2 suggested manual gearbox with sunroof delete, so these went on the 'must have' list.
After looking for several months for my 'perfect' car without success I compromised and purchased a great condition 996.2 C2 manual with sunroof. Not ideal but hey ho.
Over the last couple of days, now the sun is out, I've found it incredibly useful to have it. I don't always like to have the aircon on (uses fuel / saps power) and having the windows open is too noisy. Popping the sunroof open at the back edge increases the airflow through the cabin considerably with little increase in noise.
So, my advice, if you're struggling to find your perfect spec car, the sunroof is a useful compromise. Like with all electrical features, just check it works OK (mine was fine).
Ian
PS - It also has a grey full leather interior, which I like, as much less oppressive than black
After looking for several months for my 'perfect' car without success I compromised and purchased a great condition 996.2 C2 manual with sunroof. Not ideal but hey ho.
Over the last couple of days, now the sun is out, I've found it incredibly useful to have it. I don't always like to have the aircon on (uses fuel / saps power) and having the windows open is too noisy. Popping the sunroof open at the back edge increases the airflow through the cabin considerably with little increase in noise.
So, my advice, if you're struggling to find your perfect spec car, the sunroof is a useful compromise. Like with all electrical features, just check it works OK (mine was fine).
Ian
PS - It also has a grey full leather interior, which I like, as much less oppressive than black
I've never got this one. Yes a car should be a good drivers car, but I don't understand why some people insist on making it a more miserable place to be in process. I have a sunroof, happily - and I'm looking forward to getting my AC fixed in a couple of weeks!
Reminds me of this...
http://www.evo.co.uk/opinion/19561/cars-are-often-...
(Funny how you sometimes remember where you read something. I can tell you I originally read this on an easyjet flight to Spain - aside over)
Reminds me of this...
http://www.evo.co.uk/opinion/19561/cars-are-often-...
(Funny how you sometimes remember where you read something. I can tell you I originally read this on an easyjet flight to Spain - aside over)
skinny said:
Agreed I like my sunroof in the summer - pulls the air out nicely, and would much rather have it than not.
I'm really not fussed about an extra 5kg or the roof line
It's usually around 20kgs. Imagine strapping a full jerry can to the roof. Some like it, some don't. Pros and cons to both...I'm really not fussed about an extra 5kg or the roof line
Jim1556 said:
skinny said:
Agreed I like my sunroof in the summer - pulls the air out nicely, and would much rather have it than not.
I'm really not fussed about an extra 5kg or the roof line
It's usually around 20kgs. Imagine strapping a full jerry can to the roof. Some like it, some don't. Pros and cons to both...I'm really not fussed about an extra 5kg or the roof line
What are meant to be the sunroof downsides? If it’s weight, there must be very few drivers who could tell the difference on a road or track day imho but happy to hear from them. If its looks I don’t see the issue but could understand someone really wanting an uninterrupted roof (but doesn’t bother me). Anything else?
It’s something else to go wrong, as I’ve just found out.
But the biggest issue is drainage. 996s, like many cars I suppose, have a sunroof drainage system that is not particularly good and requires a lot of maintenance. Mines always been fine, but I do constantly check the rear carpets as that’s where water goes to when the drain tubes are busted.
But the biggest issue is drainage. 996s, like many cars I suppose, have a sunroof drainage system that is not particularly good and requires a lot of maintenance. Mines always been fine, but I do constantly check the rear carpets as that’s where water goes to when the drain tubes are busted.
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