I am posting these ?'s for my buddy (SINCE THE DAMN FORUM IS STILL NOT WORKING, HE CAN'T REGISTER.)

He wanted to know what everyone’s thoughts are on a TIP (automatic) vs. a 6 speed for a '99 cab or even a newer year regarding performance etc..

I guess he's having cold feet on the tip. I think he's concerned with being able to get a good note from an aftermarket exhaust. Also, he says there's a big difference in the speed he feels when he's in my 2002 C2.

Any feedback may help, thanks.

 

I think it's a matter of personal preference. I also drive a '99 Cab and I'm happy with it. If your friend wants a 6 speed, then that is perfectly fine too.

 

I didn't care for my tip, So when I bought the next one, I went with the 6 speed.

 

I test drive both, end-up I take the 6speed. On tips I feel the car is not move as quick like the 6sp, also I don't like when you want down shift you can only on steering wheel. But is a good curising car. If your friends really want a Tips car, maybe SL65, S4 Cab or M3 Cab

 

You should read Rick Bye's article in December Panorama, "The Art of Driving". My '02 cab is Tip. It's a pretty amazing piece of work. Its not your father's Oldsmobile. Blip throttle downshifts etc.

 

From strictly a performance standpoint, the 6 speed will be quicker than the TIP because of weight and less loss of power throught he drivetrain. However, if you can't drive a 6 speed properly, you will loose alot more performance than you would with the tip.

 

Like the name of the forum.....6 speed all the way.... a real sports car.

 

It all depends on his driving style. I'm happy with my TIP because I'm constantly parking on the 405 freeway parking lot . Sure - there are times where I wish I had a 6speed... the TIP's drivetrain doesn't seem as responsive at launch. Although switching over to TIP Manual does help a bit, it's still no 6speed.

On the other hand... when I'm sitting in traffic or cruising, I'm satisfied with my TIP. As for performance... I think any pcars packed with plenty of power for any driver to master.

 

Well I finally got registered, thank you all for helping me (you know who you are!).

Thanks for all the advice. Anyway I ended up with a '02 C4 cab -6 speed and can't express how glad I am that I did not get a TIP (the TIP is a great car, if it was your daily driver). The 6 speed is so much fun, you can downshift while reving the moter and slide into gear. I have an cargraphic exhaust and it is a blast to drive the car!!!!

Again, thanks for the comments

Like Neil stated - 6 speed all the way!

 

I also have a 996 Cab with the 6 speed. I never even considered the Tip. In fact part of the reason for getting rid of my last car (not a porsche) was the tip transmission in it. You just don't get that "connected" feel that you get when you have a clutch pedal.

Top down, revving through the gears, down-shifting, etc. 6 speed is the way to go. I don't sit in traffic, but if i did I don't think i'd be driving the porsche.

 

he got the 6 speeed and as u see he loves it

 

Robert,
Congrats on the new purchase. When I was shopping, the tips were less money than the six speeds. To each his own, IMO the 6 speed is the way to go. Most people buying this type of car(sport) want the sport feel and you need the 6 speed to get that. Down shifting, zipping in and out of traffic, there is nothing like it.
And welcome to the forum.