Porsche 911 Coupe (1997 - 2004) 911 (996) Carrera 4 Turbo 2d (01) (2002/52) Owner Review
Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
-
Summary
What does this car say about you?
Depends who's looking: Some may think you are a real driver who loves performance and wants an understated, fast car. Others may think you are a prat. You won't care when you put your foot down.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Most love it when they see it. Some are in the "I don't like Porsches" brigade. Then I take them for a spin...
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would, but am more likely to get a later model.
What are you likely to buy next?
I would probably look at a 997 turbo next or a 997.2 GT3/RS. Maybe an R8. GTR too expensive to run but great to drive.
-
Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£38,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
I paid top price for a top car. If you want a bargain, buy a hatchback. This is 'fully loaded' with short-shift, cruise, heated seats, aluminium pack. etc. etc.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Performance combined with heritage, reliability and useability. Personally, I love cars which are fit for purpose - something with huge ability that doesn't break and isn't high-maintenance. Forget Ferraris or Lambos if you agree.
What was the dealer like?
-
Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Ballistic. This is an X50 with DMS custom remap giving 530 bhp and 530 lb/ft torque. Very little comes vaguely close. Motorbike acceleration and 200 mph.
What's it like to park?
Easy enough - just watch those wide haunches in the mirrors when you reverse and the long overhang front and rear on kerbs.
-
Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing to date. Car is sensitive to suspension geometry and has needed a couple of adjustments. Otherwise, rock solid.
What's most practical about your car?
Not practical really although there is room in the back for medium sized adults/children for short trips. 23-29 mpg is pretty impressive for the power - try getting that out of an F430.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Power upgrade.
