Getting a 996TT: Tiptronic or Manual?
#16
I have a "mod'd" tip and love the car. Hands down, if I had nerves in my left leg, I'd drive a 6 speed. I have never let the transmission decide when to shift - I shift every time, but the tip does not shift as clean as a manual. Probably faster than most people, but it's just not the same.
If you have two good legs - six speed.
If you have two good legs - six speed.
#17
Manual tranny delivers more driving excitement but I believe majority of drivers are faster in a Tip. So It come down to what is your first priority? fun or speed? BTW, I believe Sharkster's car has 700hp and that requires an additional tranny cooler. So if you are going for 600hp or above in a Tip you probably have to do something similar to guarantee long term reliability.
My Tip TT has stage 3 ECU , exhaust, header,etc.. The guy who did my car told me he modded lots of Tip TT so we are certainly not alone. BTW, he also told me that X50 Tip does have a stronger tranny.
Lawrence
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My Tip TT has stage 3 ECU , exhaust, header,etc.. The guy who did my car told me he modded lots of Tip TT so we are certainly not alone. BTW, he also told me that X50 Tip does have a stronger tranny.
Lawrence
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#19
I wanted the tip because I think it will be far superior as far as drag and street racing are concerned.
The overall gear ratio in each specific gear is lower in the Tip versus the 6-speed. Given equal FWHP between the two cars, the Tip is down in total truning force at the wheels by a substantial amount in 1st and 4th gears.
#21
if it's even an issue then buy the Tip. I don't know how anyone could possibly be on the fence about what type of transmission they prefer in a sports car. Either you HAVE to have a manual tranny (which is how i am), or don't worry about it. I mean it's two completely different experiences that really don't compare to eachtoher in any way.
-Steve
-Steve
#22
With the 6 speed you have the too short first gear, somewhat vague, weak cable shift linkage, and the somewhat vague hydraulic clutch. You have to abuse the clutch in a drag race standing start. A good fast 1-2 shift is very difficult.
On the other hand the tip weighs 100 pounds more, has a slower top speed, and you have a potential high dollar repair job if it ever breaks.
On the other hand the tip weighs 100 pounds more, has a slower top speed, and you have a potential high dollar repair job if it ever breaks.
#27
and by the way, if u want a faster car in a straight line, check out porsche's website:
http://content2.us.porsche.com/prod/...11_turbo_coupe
(check the 60 time between the 2)
http://content2.us.porsche.com/prod/...11_turbo_coupe
(check the 60 time between the 2)
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