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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 08:29 PM
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After 4 months of research and looking I decided on and purchased my 1st p-car. 2006 C2S. Thanks especially to Larry as well as others that gave input on my post. This is a great forum.

I completed the purchase on Thursday. No better time than on a 3 day weekend. I had 230miles on the odo day one. Added another 200 today. I have owned Corvette C5, Lotus Elise, Lotus Exige S, BMW 335i. Still have (but selling) :Noble M12, Maserati Gransport and Ferrari 348. I can honestly say that I have enjoyed all the cars, but none drive like the 997S. This is a truly GREAT car. I have NEVER felt a gearbox as smooth as this or steering as tight. I am so glad I held out for a car with Adaptive Sport Seats, they are incredible. The throttle in sport mode took a few miles to get use to, but once you figure out the correct foot pressure, it too is wonderful.
I only wish that the brake pedal and throttle lined up better. Heal/Toe is a little tough on the downshift.
Would be nice to have Heads Up Display as well (I really liked that about Corvette). Maybe they will add that as an option for future models.

Ok enough dribble on to the photos:
 
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Absolutely stunning !!!! I hope you enjoy every new mile on that beautiful car for years . Congrats !!!
 
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Congrats on the car. Fun watching you go through the purchase process here on 6speed. Enjoy.
 
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Absolutely stunning !!!! I hope you enjoy every new mile on that beautiful car for years . Congrats !!!
After this weekend, I know I am going to enjoy every day driving to work and the weekend mountain runs. I am ashamed in a way that in my years of car buying I am just now coming around to owning a Carrera S. Save the BEST for last I guess.
 
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Congrats on the new car. It seems to be well equipped.

Enjoy and keep safe.
 
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After this weekend, I know I am going to enjoy every day driving to work and the weekend mountain runs. I am ashamed in a way that in my years of car buying I am just now coming around to owning a Carrera S. Save the BEST for last I guess.
I've got to believe Larry and others will say there's not one BEST (think Turbo and GT3). You're just driving one of many best's

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congrats on the new car! Good things comes for those who wait (and does research). Looks like this car has all the options of that grey one, but in much better condition. Sweet!
 
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Congrats on a beautiful car. Enjoy her in good health.
 
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Get some Rennline pedals with the toe & hell extensions!
 
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Congratulations, and best of luck! I agree completely that Larry and the others on this forum are an excellent resource for information and guidance. Enjoy!
 
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It is beautiful. Congratulations on your new ride! Enjoy every mile.....
 
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Really nice!! Congrats on your purchase!!!
 
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heel toe fix...

as mentioned the rennline pedal kit....also you said smooth gearbox? You must have the short shift installed either factory or B@M..... its a must mod on these cars


Originally Posted by AttAkker
After 4 months of research and looking I decided on and purchased my 1st p-car. 2006 C2S. Thanks especially to Larry as well as others that gave input on my post. This is a great forum.

I completed the purchase on Thursday. No better time than on a 3 day weekend. I had 230miles on the odo day one. Added another 200 today. I have owned Corvette C5, Lotus Elise, Lotus Exige S, BMW 335i. Still have (but selling) :Noble M12, Maserati Gransport and Ferrari 348. I can honestly say that I have enjoyed all the cars, but none drive like the 997S. This is a truly GREAT car. I have NEVER felt a gearbox as smooth as this or steering as tight. I am so glad I held out for a car with Adaptive Sport Seats, they are incredible. The throttle in sport mode took a few miles to get use to, but once you figure out the correct foot pressure, it too is wonderful.
I only wish that the brake pedal and throttle lined up better. Heal/Toe is a little tough on the downshift.
Would be nice to have Heads Up Display as well (I really liked that about Corvette). Maybe they will add that as an option for future models.

Ok enough dribble on to the photos:
 
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