997 Turbo / GT2 2006–2012 Turbo discussion on the 997 model Porsche 911 Twin Turbo.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: HBI Auto

Verdict is in: 997.1TT MT vs 991C2 Cab PDK

Thread Tools
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Mar 4, 2019 | 12:49 AM
  #1  
ThunderRolls's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 360
From: Deep South
Rep Power: 37
ThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to all
Verdict is in: 997.1TT MT vs 991C2 Cab PDK

So, two years ago, I got the itch to see what all this 991 business was about. I was not about to give up the 997.1TT, so I did a two year lease on a brand new 2017 C2 991 Cab.

Frankly I was surprised at the power of the base 991. I've had other PDK vehicles, but the new engine plus PDK was a phenomenal combination. In addition, I wanted the C2 so I could have a little fun swinging the rear - and yes you can! I had a blast with this car and was a little sad to give it back. But what a consolation prize ... knowing the 997.1TT 6MT is still the ultimate driving experience IMO. Your mileage may vary.

I highly recommend getting in a new one just to appreciate what you have. I'm sure the 991 Turbo might change my opinion, but it would be hard. I'm pushing some serious power (to me) and with SC, DSC, tune, IC's, hoses, Fabspeed Sport Exhaust and headers, 20" PSS ... I can't say I need anything ... except maybe another one



 
Old Mar 4, 2019 | 02:03 AM
  #2  
rix's Avatar
rix
Registered User
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 1,077
From: Dallas, TX
Rep Power: 174
rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !rix Is a GOD !
Looks great! The PDK and normally aspirated car is a totally different thing than the Turbo. I think everyone needs both =).
 
Old Mar 5, 2019 | 12:53 PM
  #3  
BillyBawb's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jan 2019
Posts: 37
From: Johannesburg
Rep Power: 10
BillyBawb is infamous around these partsBillyBawb is infamous around these parts
Originally Posted by rix
Looks great! The PDK and normally aspirated car is a totally different thing than the Turbo. I think everyone needs both =).
2017 C2 would’ve been a 991.2, so 3.0 Turbo motor.

Still, it feels VERY different compared to a 997.1 TT.
 
Old Mar 5, 2019 | 06:56 PM
  #4  
ThunderRolls's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 360
From: Deep South
Rep Power: 37
ThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to all
Yes, the new engine and yes a different feel, which was very nice, just not the same as the 07TT. I enjoyed swinging the rear out, and the sound of the stock pipes with the PSE was very, very nice too. It's a different car, but people in my office still knew when it was me pulling into the parking lot
 
Old Mar 5, 2019 | 07:07 PM
  #5  
08957's Avatar
Registered User
10 Year Member
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 279
From: Connectiuct
Rep Power: 45
08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute
What do you use as your daily driver ?
 
Old Mar 5, 2019 | 07:19 PM
  #6  
ThunderRolls's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 360
From: Deep South
Rep Power: 37
ThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to all
Well, my wife was away when I took the shot of them in the garage. The blue one was actually parked in her spot. She has an Audi A8.

Me, I drive a beast 1997 Lexus (Land Cruiser) daily. I love it. It's my third one. I seem to like things that end in seven.



 
Old Mar 5, 2019 | 10:55 PM
  #7  
08957's Avatar
Registered User
10 Year Member
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 279
From: Connectiuct
Rep Power: 45
08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute08957 has a reputation beyond repute
Nice whip
 
Old Mar 6, 2019 | 07:00 AM
  #8  
cjcam930's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 351
From: Agoura, CA
Rep Power: 49
cjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond reputecjcam930 has a reputation beyond repute
^^^ Land Cruiser fans here too. They go anywhere and don't break. We currently have an 80-series and a 100-series.

Interesting to me how so many people gravitate towards the 997 vs. the newer models. I have yet to drive or even ride in a 991 (or 992); increasingly curious myself now.
 
Old Mar 6, 2019 | 07:38 PM
  #9  
ThunderRolls's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 360
From: Deep South
Rep Power: 37
ThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to all
Cool! I'm a big fan of the 80s, in particular the 96-97 versions. A 6,000 lb perfect combination of OBDII and straightforward mechanicals. Plus, you have a huge group of cheap b@stards on line who have had 22 years to figure out how to fix anything on it at ih8mud.com. If you aren't a member you should go check it out. I just got through turning off my airbag light with a paperclip.
 
Old Mar 6, 2019 | 07:40 PM
  #10  
ThunderRolls's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 360
From: Deep South
Rep Power: 37
ThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to allThunderRolls is a name known to all
Originally Posted by 08957
Nice whip
If you mean the antenna, it's just the stock one - bent, lol
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
EZ1
996 Turbo / GT2
33
Mar 6, 2005 12:42 PM
Shawn C
996 Turbo / GT2
54
Dec 27, 2003 06:41 PM
Duane
996 Turbo / GT2
1
Jul 25, 2003 10:04 PM



You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 07:59 PM.