Still Smiling! Almost 80,000 Mile Report 2012.5 991
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Still Smiling! Almost 80,000 Mile Report 2012.5 991
I updated my 66000 mile report.
Six years and I actually smile each and ever time I see the car. There must be about 90 pounds of wax on it by now and I have used clay and a Flex polisher to maintain an almost flawless finish. There are a few minor flaws in front of the rear wings --- road rash. The front has a clear plastic wrap which is still amazing.
It's been over 6 years since I picked up my C2. We've traveled just over 79,000 miles since then as it is my daily driver. I take it out in all weather except when it snows...not because it won't go, but because snow seems to bring the 4 wheel drive morons out who don't understand that 4 wheel stop is not like 4 wheel drive.
Break in period: There were lots of comments about the break in period and not exceeding 4000 rpm. I have absolutely no idea if my adherence to this practice had any effect whatsoever (and I do not wish to reignite any discussion on this), but, the engine has not burned any oil between my 5000 mile oil change interval - I also do not wish to reignite the oil change debate. I use 5k, and I'm sticking to it whether it has any merit or not.
Brakes: the brakes squeaked on acceleration. As that is weird I repeatedly complained. Eventually they got the message and the passenger rear caliper was determined to be malformed which resulting in poor inner disc contact. I can't reveal the resolution other than to say I am completely satisfied by the Porsche response.
Engine: works like a fine watch. It seemed to become more powerful after 25k...remains a wonder of engineering. I am satisfied.
Body: No complaints. No squeaks, no rattles and the chassis keeps the tires on the road pointed in the right direction.
Electrical: No issues.
Radio and Nav.: I opted not to spend money on a high end system as I listen to NPR and local news. The nav system is pokie and annoying..,,I now stream Sirius XM from my iPhone
B Pillars: rattle, buzz...I finally fixed it by putting moleskin between the cover and the window...fixed.
Tires: 4 FLATS, TWO WHEELS RUINED...GET THE INSURANCE. Saved me a bundle and was in effect until June 2017; curiously, without insurance the tires seem not to attract nails.
Best Accessory: PSE...added after delivery. Worth every penny.
Best useful accessory: tie: headlights that follow the road and the back up radar. I can see where I want to go and I can avoid hitting stuff I can't see. I am thinking about getting a backup camera as my wife's car has one as well as our 2007 Toyota.
C2 v. C2s: for me, no difference. I don't track it and there is more than enough grunt to enjoy the ride.
Impressions: This is my first. It was an early 60th birthday present to me and the car was not what I expected. It was better. This car is an absolutely joy to drive. I smile each and every time I see it and every time I start it up.
Worth the cost: ABSOLUTELY.
Six years and I actually smile each and ever time I see the car. There must be about 90 pounds of wax on it by now and I have used clay and a Flex polisher to maintain an almost flawless finish. There are a few minor flaws in front of the rear wings --- road rash. The front has a clear plastic wrap which is still amazing.
It's been over 6 years since I picked up my C2. We've traveled just over 79,000 miles since then as it is my daily driver. I take it out in all weather except when it snows...not because it won't go, but because snow seems to bring the 4 wheel drive morons out who don't understand that 4 wheel stop is not like 4 wheel drive.
Break in period: There were lots of comments about the break in period and not exceeding 4000 rpm. I have absolutely no idea if my adherence to this practice had any effect whatsoever (and I do not wish to reignite any discussion on this), but, the engine has not burned any oil between my 5000 mile oil change interval - I also do not wish to reignite the oil change debate. I use 5k, and I'm sticking to it whether it has any merit or not.
Brakes: the brakes squeaked on acceleration. As that is weird I repeatedly complained. Eventually they got the message and the passenger rear caliper was determined to be malformed which resulting in poor inner disc contact. I can't reveal the resolution other than to say I am completely satisfied by the Porsche response.
Engine: works like a fine watch. It seemed to become more powerful after 25k...remains a wonder of engineering. I am satisfied.
Body: No complaints. No squeaks, no rattles and the chassis keeps the tires on the road pointed in the right direction.
Electrical: No issues.
Radio and Nav.: I opted not to spend money on a high end system as I listen to NPR and local news. The nav system is pokie and annoying..,,I now stream Sirius XM from my iPhone
B Pillars: rattle, buzz...I finally fixed it by putting moleskin between the cover and the window...fixed.
Tires: 4 FLATS, TWO WHEELS RUINED...GET THE INSURANCE. Saved me a bundle and was in effect until June 2017; curiously, without insurance the tires seem not to attract nails.
Best Accessory: PSE...added after delivery. Worth every penny.
Best useful accessory: tie: headlights that follow the road and the back up radar. I can see where I want to go and I can avoid hitting stuff I can't see. I am thinking about getting a backup camera as my wife's car has one as well as our 2007 Toyota.
C2 v. C2s: for me, no difference. I don't track it and there is more than enough grunt to enjoy the ride.
Impressions: This is my first. It was an early 60th birthday present to me and the car was not what I expected. It was better. This car is an absolutely joy to drive. I smile each and every time I see it and every time I start it up.
Worth the cost: ABSOLUTELY.
Last edited by rnl; Jul 4, 2018 at 07:54 AM.
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