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996 to 997 facelift
anyone order the kit/complete one yet? ...inquiring about the front only..
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just don't do it. u will never get the money back.
better off selling ur car and getting a 997 IMHO. raja |
Originally Posted by LIL RAJA
just don't do it. u will never get the money back.
better off selling ur car and getting a 997 IMHO. raja --- Kevin ...personally, I would do the conversion to the 02+ 996 front end (turbo lights) with a RUF 02+ front bumper (RGT style)....build on the 996 for what it is! I don't like the "basic" 997 front end anyway. |
i don't even see why you would want to do a conversion like that.
I guess it is personal preference:confused: |
Please don't do it. Your 996's will never be the same. (and it will never be a 997) So enjoy it the way it is! :)
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I have to agree. There is nothing wrong with the look of a 996. Spend your money on performance.
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yeah exactly. Your car is a 996 and there is nothing wrong with that being it is still a great car.
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Keep it as is would be my vote......
-Eli |
For now I will not be performing the mod, focussing more on performance. As for the leave it alone crowd, I really dig the 997 front end, more b/c it reminds me of the 993 than b/c i'm trying to make my 996 look like a 997. I'm not trying to make my car a 997, and as for losing $$ on the investment, I have no intention of selling or trading "up" anytime in the near future. This is going to be "my Porsche" for quite awhile.
To address the 02 facelift, it's near the same cost for not enough change IMO. Plus, I could apply the same aguements as those above. Why not be happy with the pre 02 look?? I never see anyone dissing the 02 facelift. ....yes, I am aware of the reduced drag and lift associated with the 02 facelift. |
Bondo special
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Originally Posted by C4S Surgeon
Bondo special
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No trim on the pre 01 to the -02 unless you're fitting a Turbo front bumper then you'll have a little to shave but not a big deal.
So I WOULD call it a bolt on affair..... -Eli |
Although that 997 aero kit is visually appealing
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I say if you are going to keep the car then do what pleases you! Take a look at this kit from france.
Check the "sport look" for the 996, http://www.jacquemond.com/designbyjacquemond.htm and enjoy the experience, "I truley beleve that if you can't find the car you like you have to build it yourself." If I'm not mistaken I think that's a quote from the guy that built the porsche. |
If I had a 997 I would gladly trade you the front end! I find the 997 to be very unattractive compared to the 996. It's all personal preference but it will be interesting to see the prices on these cars in 10 years... I wouldnt be surprised if the 996 prices eventually float higher than the 997's.
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Miykl, in few weeks my car will be going to body shop to be converted to 997 TT. I will post the pictures when it’s done. But if you are considering doing front facelift this is how it should be done IMO. Together with Dan from Speed Gallery we made 997 fenders that fit on 996 front (not as ease as I thought at the beginning). This kit is different that jacqmond’s kit that actually has 996 fenders with 997 headlights and you can use them only with his front bumper. With our 997 fenders you need to use OEM 997 hood so that all the lines are exactly as on 997 front. This way you can choose any bumper that is available for 997 (factory of aftermarket) and your 996 front will look exactly like 997. |
NICE JOB!!. From the pic it looks perfect.
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If I were to do a conversion, which I wouldn't because I think it takes away from the car, it becomes like a frankenstein. I would do the carrera gt front headlights. I saw it somewhere on 6 speed, its pretty cool and really different.
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I personally think the 996 is more attractive than the 997...beauty is in the eyes of the beholder...spend your money on performance mods....
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that's sweet! it's great that one can use the oem bumper. i am assuming the fenders are composite, right? are you rear TT flares steel or composite?
Originally Posted by 996wings
Miykl, in few weeks my car will be going to body shop to be converted to 997 TT. I will post the pictures when it’s done. But if you are considering doing front facelift this is how it should be done IMO. Together with Dan from Speed Gallery we made 997 fenders that fit on 996 front (not as ease as I thought at the beginning). This kit is different that jacqmond’s kit that actually has 996 fenders with 997 headlights and you can use them only with his front bumper. With our 997 fenders you need to use OEM 997 hood so that all the lines are exactly as on 997 front. This way you can choose any bumper that is available for 997 (factory of aftermarket) and your 996 front will look exactly like 997. |
Originally Posted by karlooz
that's sweet! it's great that one can use the oem bumper. i am assuming the fenders are composite, right? are you rear TT flares steel or composite?
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Originally Posted by CayenneS2083
If I were to do a conversion, which I wouldn't because I think it takes away from the car, it becomes like a frankenstein. I would do the carrera gt front headlights. I saw it somewhere on 6 speed, its pretty cool and really different.
Where, where, where????? |
sweet! hopefully i can get it on thursday before i head out to sears point on friday. :D now i won't have some ghetto aftermarket taco wing ;)
Originally Posted by sharkster
heya carlos... got word from Sean@EMC (they've been absolutely hammered!) that your wing will be ready by Wed/Thurs:)
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Wow...more information on the company responsible for that aero...i love the rear spoiler too! :eek:
--- Kevin ...nevermind, found their web address right off one of the racing stickers off the car itself (second picture) :D |
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Wow...more information on the company responsible for that aero...i love the rear spoiler too! :eek:
Agree.. I like the front end. |
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Gulp... Thst's HOT. I wonder how much that front end cost???
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Miykl, if your feeling the kit go for it. It's your car do what ever modification your heart desires. Have fun.
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Originally Posted by sentipede
more pics
http://www.enco-exclusive.com/pics/g...996turbo37.jpg http://www.enco-exclusive.com/pics/g...996turbo33.jpg http://www.enco-exclusive.com/pics/g...996turbo34.jpg |
Originally Posted by LUIS95993
Man, am I the only person that thinks this thing is hideous? I am sure its fast as ****, but it is Porsche rice at its best.
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Carlos, yes fenders are composite and rear quarter panels will be OEM steel.
Originally Posted by karlooz
that's sweet! it's great that one can use the oem bumper. i am assuming the fenders are composite, right? are you rear TT flares steel or composite?
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