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Jan 24, 2014 | 02:36 PM

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diff bet 997 and 997.2

looking to do a purschase. Can anyone tell me the differnces bet a 997 and a 997.2 . i'm looking at a 2010 c4s cab.

Jan 24, 2014 | 04:57 PM

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main differences are that the 997.2 gets led tail lights, PDK vs. the tiptronic, and direct fuel injection motor which has less moving parts and more horsepower.

Jan 24, 2014 | 05:38 PM

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The radio/nav/head unit (PCM) is newer too. The 997.1 version is absolutely abysmal.

Jan 24, 2014 | 08:28 PM

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997.2 has stronger engine meaning more reliable.

Jan 24, 2014 | 08:47 PM

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No IMS in the 997.2

Jan 24, 2014 | 09:46 PM

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you need to drive both.... 997.1 has a different sound and feel, the .2 is quieter and quicker to rev and feels faster.

Jan 24, 2014 | 10:03 PM

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997.2 has

- more reliable dfi engine, no ims, less moving parts, better fuel economy but less 'sporty sounding'
- PDK transmission
- updated front and rear bumpers, and LED drls/fogs, LED rear tails
- larger side mirrors
- newer more modern PCM
- updated steering wheel designs
- some say nicer interior, updated leather materials despite overall same design (i havne't compared myself).