BoBcanada

Guys can someone answer me, after i test drove 997s with only 355 hp i want one so freaking bad, i really do, i loved my 500hp beast, and now looking to buy 2nd car soon, but that 997s cant give me rest lol did i cought a P virus after 20 minutes of test driving it? do you think i should get one? That handling of that small P of a car amazed me !

I really want somthing with more hp tho...

ndabunka

Go test drive a SLK55 (If you can find one) and your P-car virus will dissappear.

adx

^^^^^^
ditto

Lady Wolf

I have to agree with this one Bob. Come visit Wolf and I and we'll show you what the SLK can do

brt3

BoB -- I feel your pain, man. I had a 997S on order, but cancelled after buying my E55 wagon. Yes, they are radically differenct cars, but I liked the performance + utility the BeastWagen offers. My wife wants me to order the 911S in a year or so, as she wants us to have something the kids can't tag along in...

That being said -- there's no substitute for lighter weight, and the 997 handles superbly. The HP rating is very misleading; because of the rearward weight bias the car hooks up and accelerates much faster than a simple power to weight calculation might indicate.

I hate to invoke flames from my E55 brothers, but I think the 997S is in a different category than the SLK55. The SLK55 -- though a wicked performer -- is pushing 3400 pounds; the 911S is right at 3100 pounds. I've driven both, and though the SLK55 is a great car it doesn't quite have the edge of the 911S. If the 911 is a scalpel the SLK is a very fine J.A. Henckels 5-star paring knife -- very comfortable to use and a superb tool, but slightly less precise...

dgussin1

I say go get an order out for the new z06. You'll get better acceleration than the E55 and better handling and braking than the 997s and still have money in your pocket.

onesixeight

Bob...

The I had a 997 S for a short while after I sold my 996TT. I really love the 997, but I needed a car with more space. If space isn't a concern, and I know you got the ML, go for the 997S. If I had the choice between a SLK55, E55 and 997S, and space wasn't a concern, I'd get another 997S in a heartbeat.

Probably a 997TT for me as my next car!

M5KILLR

youll get better acceleration too in the z over the s.

04E55 AMG

Because it is a Porsche Having had both a Boxster S and a 911TT (modded) in the past they are great cars that handle.

Can never go wrong with a 997S. My partner is taking delivery of his 997S in Sept. They get $$$ with a few extras, his was over $90K.

Jakpro1

I am telling ya Bob....Cory at Kleemann took me to the airport in the Kleemann SLK with neck scarf. Ho LEE ***** did that car haul....especially around corners. Felt niiiiicccceeeee...

Worth a thought into SLK with mods. Theirs is red....Denmark one is silver.

MJ1133

Nothing will ever be like a P-Car...preorder a 997TT

MikeHK

I hate to say, but if you need space, handling and acceleration - go for the E60 M5. At least it is better looking that the upcoming E series.

zoink

Bob, get 997S or pre-order 997TT..... I also fall in love w/ 997.... Test drove 997S and liked everything except the power.... so I'm thinking of getting 2nd year 997TT (If you know my experience, you'll know why I don't want 1st year).

IMO, SLK55 is just a different class..... it's more in the Boxster / Cayman class even though SLK55 is way faster than those two.

Z06, yes, it's faster, cheaper, possibly better handling... but.... you'd lose almost half of the value in couple years..... 911 (993 especially and 997 hopefully) seems to hold value very good....

Lady Wolf

I just don't like the looks of the Corvette. It always makes me think of middle aged men trying to relive their youth. Now that has nothing to do with all the middle aged men trying to relive their youth around here mind you. It's just too 80's and plastic. I also admit I prefer my cars refined rather than edgy as far as MB vs P.

aintME

medici78

I thought you got rid of the E55 to get an ML350???

MBE55AMG

Yep, that's right.

Vetluver

I drove the SLK55 at the AMG Challenge and was blown away. It was the best handling car there by far. It was also very comfortable. That's the key. If you want comfort and great handlling go with the MB. If you want go kart handling go for the Porsche (second to none). I for one will be getting an S8 Kleemann SLK55 or 63 when I buy next.

I have driven Porsche's and can't get comfortable in the seat. It's fine for 10-15 min then I'm miserable. My Vette is the same way, fine for short rides but for more than 30 min forget about it. I also tire of the harsh ride, I guess I'm just spoiled.

One other thing, drive the 427 Z06 before you plunk out megabucks for the 997, you may be pleasantly surprised with what Chevy has done.

Jakpro1

I do love the P's. Nothing like um....but still, the only P car I would own would be the 400,000 dollar mama, or one touched by the master. Ruf Porsche

BoBcanada

Yes i did now its a family car, and now im looking for second Fun car for me...

medici78

IMO, you should have kept the E55 as the family car. I have a newborn and the car is awesome for my new family needs. Swallows my golf clubs AND the stroller with plenty of room for groceries and diaper bag. It really is the best of all worlds.

That said, I would get the Porsche if I was in your shoes since you already had the E55.

04E55 AMG

My daughter loves being in the car (she is 5) and we have a new one on the way in the fall. Even with two kids, the beast will stay and watch the girls grow up

xraymd

My daughter is 6 and my son just turned two and there is plenty of room back there for them. I just don't like leaving his seat in place because of the way it stretches the leather.