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C55AMG W203; 330i E90
I hate to bring this up again
I hate to bring this up again
If I really want a fast car that look like a sports car with status
and dont care about space;
Should I give up the C55 and right now
1. go for a SLK55 or a BoxterS
2. go for a SLK55 or a Cayman
3. A Carrea 997 ( without S )
( 997 S is TOO EXPENSIVE here )
cnt
If I really want a fast car that look like a sports car with status
and dont care about space;
Should I give up the C55 and right now
1. go for a SLK55 or a BoxterS
2. go for a SLK55 or a Cayman
3. A Carrea 997 ( without S )
( 997 S is TOO EXPENSIVE here )
cnt
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If you were talking about 997S, then I'd say that.... but otherwise SLK55 over the base 997.. It weighs significantly less than the C55, looks fresh, has better brakes, two extra gears, and a hard top roadster..
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C55 AMG, 135i, 911 GT3, GLE43 AMG
If you really want a sports car, then the Porsche 911 is the way to go (assuming you can afford it in HK). It has the image and it has the performance of a true sports car. Althought Boxter S, Cayman, and SLK55 are good, people will instantly appreciate the 911 more (and that's important in HK!!)
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Cayman S. It will be the best all arounder listed. Wait until you see the times on the Ring. It'll blow your away.
ATLANTA, May 23, 2005 -- Porsche today revealed the first official images of its anxiously awaited new sports car -- the 2006 Porsche Cayman S. Based on the Boxster® series, the two-seat coupe incorporates dramatic new styling, a powerful 295 hp (SAE) engine, and features and options made popular by Porsche's current range of sports cars. It is positioned and priced between the Porsche 911® Carrera® and Porsche Boxster S.
While easily recognizable as a member of the Porsche sports car family, the Cayman S has its own distinctive look. Among its unique styling features are its dynamic new coupe silhouette, aerodynamic upper windshield sill, curvaceous rear fenders, fog lamps integrated into the front air intakes, exclusively designed side air intakes, automatically extending rear spoiler, and newly styled dual sport tailpipes. Beneath the new model's distinguishing hatchback is a rear storage area twice the size (9.2 cu. ft.) of that found in the Boxster.
The Cayman S's muscular 3.4-liter, flat-six cylinder engine propels the car from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 5.1 seconds and to a top track speed of an impressive 171 mph. The engine is equipped with the same VarioCam® Plus variable valve timing system as found on the 2005 911 Carrera. It allows the engine to produce its maximum torque of 255 ft. lbs. between 4,200 and 6,000 rpm.
This engine power is transmitted through the Boxster S's standard six-speed manual transmission that has been enhanced for the Cayman S with shortened and more precise shift travel. Offered as an option, the five-speed Tiptronic® S automatic transmission system has been tuned specifically for the new model, incorporating unique electronic and hydraulic control maps.
Handling and safety are enhanced with the fitting of 18-inch wheels and tires and the Porsche Stability Management (PSM) system as standard equipment. The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system, which allows the driver to select between the comfort of a grand touring car and the track-ready precision of a genuine high-performance sports car at the touch of a button, is available as an option.
The Cayman S will go on sale in the United States and Canada in mid January of 2006 at a price of $58,900 US.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), based in Atlanta, Ga., and its subsidiary, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd., are the exclusive importers of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne sport utility vehicles for the United States and Canada. A wholly owned, indirect subsidiary of Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AG, PCNA employs approximately 250 people who provide Porsche vehicles, parts, service, marketing and training for its 206 U.S. and Canadian dealers. They, in turn, provide Porsche owners with best-in-class service.
While easily recognizable as a member of the Porsche sports car family, the Cayman S has its own distinctive look. Among its unique styling features are its dynamic new coupe silhouette, aerodynamic upper windshield sill, curvaceous rear fenders, fog lamps integrated into the front air intakes, exclusively designed side air intakes, automatically extending rear spoiler, and newly styled dual sport tailpipes. Beneath the new model's distinguishing hatchback is a rear storage area twice the size (9.2 cu. ft.) of that found in the Boxster.
The Cayman S's muscular 3.4-liter, flat-six cylinder engine propels the car from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 5.1 seconds and to a top track speed of an impressive 171 mph. The engine is equipped with the same VarioCam® Plus variable valve timing system as found on the 2005 911 Carrera. It allows the engine to produce its maximum torque of 255 ft. lbs. between 4,200 and 6,000 rpm.
This engine power is transmitted through the Boxster S's standard six-speed manual transmission that has been enhanced for the Cayman S with shortened and more precise shift travel. Offered as an option, the five-speed Tiptronic® S automatic transmission system has been tuned specifically for the new model, incorporating unique electronic and hydraulic control maps.
Handling and safety are enhanced with the fitting of 18-inch wheels and tires and the Porsche Stability Management (PSM) system as standard equipment. The Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system, which allows the driver to select between the comfort of a grand touring car and the track-ready precision of a genuine high-performance sports car at the touch of a button, is available as an option.
The Cayman S will go on sale in the United States and Canada in mid January of 2006 at a price of $58,900 US.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), based in Atlanta, Ga., and its subsidiary, Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd., are the exclusive importers of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne sport utility vehicles for the United States and Canada. A wholly owned, indirect subsidiary of Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche AG, PCNA employs approximately 250 people who provide Porsche vehicles, parts, service, marketing and training for its 206 U.S. and Canadian dealers. They, in turn, provide Porsche owners with best-in-class service.
I never really understood why Porsche would wanna make a car like this, its basically a really cheap 997, in very very lamen terms. Not that much slower. Anyways I like the 55 a big fan and 4.3 can't be bad . but then again nothing beats a porsche for a "driver's" car
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Originally Posted by PC Valkyrie
If you really want a sports car, then the Porsche 911 is the way to go (assuming you can afford it in HK). It has the image and it has the performance of a true sports car. Althought Boxter S, Cayman, and SLK55 are good, people will instantly appreciate the 911 more (and that's important in HK!!)
cnt
p.s. BTW I probably got a laser / radar gunned last night , so I guess I am not that excited to think of racing in HK for this moment until I check whether there is a ticket in my post box few days later :p
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I hate to bring this up again
If I really want a fast car that look like a sports car with status
and dont care about space;
Should I give up the C55 and right now
1. go for a SLK55 or a BoxterS
2. go for a SLK55 or a Cayman
3. A Carrea 997 ( without S )
( 997 S is TOO EXPENSIVE here )
cnt
If I really want a fast car that look like a sports car with status
and dont care about space;
Should I give up the C55 and right now
1. go for a SLK55 or a BoxterS
2. go for a SLK55 or a Cayman
3. A Carrea 997 ( without S )
( 997 S is TOO EXPENSIVE here )
cnt
If I were you I woul opt for the SLK55 and sent it to Reentech. They threw the S/C on the new one and they ran it against the SLR. It blew the SLR away.
My last car was a 996 porsche, way over rated! My C55 (with mods) would blow it away and is so much more fun to drive.
Yeah the 997 is a better car, but I would just keep the C55 and add a few mods...be unique...have a one of a kind...
but that's just me!
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My ex-cars: 03 E55,04 C32, 05 C55 ,03 E320
Yup, I say go with SLK55...nice small car to drive in town...and I am in HongKong as I type this message too!
BennyZ..what brings you to HK?
BennyZ..what brings you to HK?
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Originally Posted by BennyZ
I am actually in Hong Kong as I type this to you. Were in Hong Kong do you plan on driving your next sprts car. Traffic in downtown is insane. and people drive like they are crazy.
If I were you I woul opt for the SLK55 and sent it to Reentech. They threw the S/C on the new one and they ran it against the SLR. It blew the SLR away.
My last car was a 996 porsche, way over rated! My C55 (with mods) would blow it away and is so much more fun to drive.
Yeah the 997 is a better car, but I would just keep the C55 and add a few mods...be unique...have a one of a kind...
but that's just me!
bennyZ
If I were you I woul opt for the SLK55 and sent it to Reentech. They threw the S/C on the new one and they ran it against the SLR. It blew the SLR away.
My last car was a 996 porsche, way over rated! My C55 (with mods) would blow it away and is so much more fun to drive.
Yeah the 997 is a better car, but I would just keep the C55 and add a few mods...be unique...have a one of a kind...
but that's just me!
bennyZ
Either C55 or SLK55 will shock Hong Kong but SLK55 will draw immediate attention. I guess C-class saloon has better window clearance so can drive fast and safe than the lowered SLK55
I live in N.T. so more highways to fly a AMG
:p Welcome to HK
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I just traded my 2005 C55 and ordered a 2006 997 Carrera S. I love the new 997. I drove both the non-S and S and over here the S is only $10k more than non-S and offers so much more. I could definitely justify the additional $ for the S. Plus some of the options (sport exhaust) are not offered on the non-S.
Thus, go for the 997 and 997 S if at all possible.
Thus, go for the 997 and 997 S if at all possible.
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Originally Posted by derrick_lui
Yup, I say go with SLK55...nice small car to drive in town...and I am in HongKong as I type this message too!
BennyZ..what brings you to HK?
BennyZ..what brings you to HK?
I'm here on bus.
I've been here for a week! I fly back today
I MISS DRIVING MY CAR! It's like a third kid!
Tomorrow I will post all the pictures!
What brings you the HK?
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Originally Posted by SilverFox
I just traded my 2005 C55 and ordered a 2006 997 Carrera S. I love the new 997. I drove both the non-S and S and over here the S is only $10k more than non-S and offers so much more. I could definitely justify the additional $ for the S. Plus some of the options (sport exhaust) are not offered on the non-S.
Thus, go for the 997 and 997 S if at all possible.
Thus, go for the 997 and 997 S if at all possible.
You ARE the man I want to talk to.
Any insights to share particularly at that instant when you shift from a C55 to a 997S , in terms of day to day touch and feel , rather than performance e.g. comfort, suspension, air cond, audio, window clearance...etc
What elements you enjoy most and what are the things that would take you a while to adopt to?
Apart from the $ issue (997S is ~USD180K base price here) it looks like a new gen 911 is hot !
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Originally Posted by cntlaw
I hate to bring this up again
If I really want a fast car that look like a sports car with status
and dont care about space;
Should I give up the C55 and right now
1. go for a SLK55 or a BoxterS
2. go for a SLK55 or a Cayman
3. A Carrea 997 ( without S )
( 997 S is TOO EXPENSIVE here )
cnt
If I really want a fast car that look like a sports car with status
and dont care about space;
Should I give up the C55 and right now
1. go for a SLK55 or a BoxterS
2. go for a SLK55 or a Cayman
3. A Carrea 997 ( without S )
( 997 S is TOO EXPENSIVE here )
cnt
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I know what you're thinking about the 'vettes if they aren't even on your list, but I have to tell you, you're probably more wrong than you'll ever want to admit when it comes to the new Z06. It is a supercar eater. No, strike that, it is a supercar.
and we only have RHD European supercars here
Z06 will be my first car if ever on day I would buy one in USA
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Originally Posted by SilverFox
I just traded my 2005 C55 and ordered a 2006 997 Carrera S. I love the new 997. I drove both the non-S and S and over here the S is only $10k more than non-S and offers so much more. I could definitely justify the additional $ for the S. Plus some of the options (sport exhaust) are not offered on the non-S.
Thus, go for the 997 and 997 S if at all possible.
Thus, go for the 997 and 997 S if at all possible.
Thanks for your pm and following that, one thing I would like to be sure is what are the gaps if I really can pay for a 997 and not a 997S from a C55?
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