emoving

So that's why you buy a car!

cte430

lots of 996's out there. if you want one keep looking.

Vic55

I never buy cars based on looks but the cars I buy just generally attract looks.

With that being said, there is not one car I have ever owned that has gathered more looks, more in person inquiries at a mall-gas station etc, more camera pics/video runs while Im driving, than the GTR. Its a bit of a unknown specimen to the layman out on the streets even here in Cali/OC.

But again, its not why I bought the car. I owned a stage III 996TT- nice car but not as nice as my 997TT. You can definitely make a 996TT faster but look how long its been out. The GTR has been out less than 2 years and the mods are working well.

emoving

Now theres a Porsche in the signature I would trade a GTR for!

prodigymb

if you want a mobile ***** extension you buy a an F-car or a lambo.

GTR is a technology masterpiece and it takes a true car enthusiast to looks past the "brand"

tscales

My DD is a 996TT. That 01 is wildly overpriced. I paid about that, a year ago, for my 04 TT convertible. Personally, I don't like the body kit, but he's trying to get his mods back in his price. That doesn't happen.

Keep the GTR all the way. I would consider one, if there were a convertible.

cahiil55k

Ain't that the truth!

rluvsbenz

I'm a Porsche guy myself so that being said let me choose. The 996TT is almost 10 yrs old although still a very nice car. Technology has changed quite a bit since it was launch so the GTR's a good choice. Exclusivity the GTR has the upper hand. I can only recall seeing 2 GTR around here but lots of 996TT. As far as the price the 996TT is way over price even with the mods especially compared to this RUF. http://inventory.racperformance.com/web/947/vehicle/452254/2002-Porsche-911%20Turbo-RUF%20550hp%20Conversion-Dallas-Texas?store=947.
I also specially like the GTR for its handbuild engine and transmission just like our belove E55K.

g354080

I'd be interested in trading you my 03' 996TT (k16) for the GTRThe car has 28k miles, CPO warranty still active till July 6 2010, I am the second owner and I purchased it bone stock with 18k miles. I have done the basic bolt ons without going crazy. Here is the link:

http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...bits-pics.html

Here are my mods:
-Softronic ECU Flash
-Milltek exhaust
-Agency Power Short shift kit
-Agency Power diverter valves
-Agency Power dual snorkel Carbon Fiber air intake w/K&N filter
-Billstein PSS10 coilovers
-DPE 19x10.5
-Polk audio 4-ch amp
-Alpine headunit
-Ultra suede armrests and console
-Matte black emblems and exhaust tips

g354080

I'd be interested in trading you my 03' 996TT (k16) for the GTRThe car has 28k miles, CPO warranty still active till July 6 2010, I am the second owner and I purchased it bone stock with 18k miles. I have done the basic bolt ons without going crazy. Here is the link:

http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...bits-pics.html

Here are my mods:
-Softronic ECU Flash
-Milltek exhaust
-Agency Power Short shift kit
-Agency Power diverter valves
-Agency Power dual snorkel Carbon Fiber air intake w/K&N filter
-Billstein PSS10 coilovers
-DPE 19x10.5
-Polk audio 4-ch amp
-Alpine headunit
-Ultra suede armrests and console
-Matte black emblems and exhaust tips

emoving

Now I would consider that one but not that other POS! That is a nice example of a beautiful well kept P-Car!

g354080

Thanks emoving!

I haven't driving the P in a while since i bought the E55. I tought the E55 was pretty close in power/speed. I drove the P today and yeah, it's not even close. The P pulls really hard and has a ton of traction. It feels so much lighter, i guess because it is

Hammer Down

You should take them both to the track and see which one is quicker

B on my Benz

no brainer keep the GTR

cahiil55k

This is apples to oranges but an E55 and 996tt might be closer in acceleration than what seat-of-the-pants implies. My buddy's mid-13 second RX-7 felt just as quick as my big heavy E.
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/203190...he_996_tturbo/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLjItBAl0m8

Rock

I've heard that if you make the change to a Porsche, your diick will grow at least three inches longer..............................

cte430

Sorry, That's a silly statement.

cte430

What happens if I get a CGT?

Rock

6 inches!!

Hammer Down

Your metcafe video contains a virus, I clicked on the video and then I got a warning that a virus has been detected.

rarfinancial

TOYOTA CELICA

cte430

that should get the wife on board.

ps Dave, I still laugh out loud when I think of the line you gave me once before: "Chris, does your wife still think your TT costs as much as a honda accord" LOL.

cahiil55k

Strange, I've been watching youtube, streetfire, and metacafe videos for ages. Metacafe should be safe but to err on the side of caution, access the same vid on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbIVChrVGIo

VCA_AMG

I did read the link in post #1, he only describes the details of the car...but he offers no opinion/feedback/subjective opinions on his car. Just a list of mods.

I'm curious what Fatasm thinks of the car as a daily driver. How comfortable is it day to day. What's the ride like compared to his SL63. Why does he want to get rid of it already? Why would he consider an 8yr old car a better choice than his '09 GTR. Etc, etc, etc.

Scott Lenger

The GTR is an awesome car - different thing than the 996 Turbo which (being a Porsche guy) is one of my favorites if you don't have the budget for the 997 Turbo. I too think the '01 is waaay over-priced. Now g354080's 996 is a superlative example and one that would be a good trade.