So I was tooling around in my 997S and went past a local Porsche dealer. First, they had a 1997 911 Turbo black with tan interior for $88,500. It was beautiful, not a mark on it. Then, they have a 03 turbo with 7750 miles for 96K. They'll give me $62K for my 997S. I made the mistake of test driving the turbo, and I am addicted. The acceleration is unreal. It just pushes you back in the seat and keeps you there, and gear changes do not matter. It just pins you. However, I did think the overall tightness of the car was not as good as the 997. Also, the shifter and clutch in the 997S is shorter and feels more solid. I actually missed shifted second to third because I thought I felt it engage third, but I did not push far enough on the lever, whereas the 997S would have clicked. The petal felt much lighter than the S too. I am completely torn. I love the look of the 997 over the 996, both interior and exterior. I prefer the 997 gearbox and suspension. But the turbo just wins on pure acceleration. I have always dreamed of a Turbo, but it was always out of reach. Now, $96K for an 03 with 7750 miles is doable. There was not a nick on the car, and the inside was immaculate. I really would love to wait for the 997 Turbo, but the dealer told me they will start at $145,000 - which is out of my league. If this is true, a new one is not possible. What would you guys do in this situation?

 

mmm i would keep the 997S, depreciation for a turbo is gonna be bad when the 997 turbo comes out. Also why dont u consider waiting a while while you got your 997S and then get a used 997 turbo so let someone else take the depreciation.

my 2 cents.

 

I'd check out the 993 turbo again.

Might be wrong but I think that they're asking alot for that '03 turbo.

 

Keep the 997 until you can get a 997TT ....... the 996's days are over

 

You think that tt is fast now just try a couple mods and you won't think twice about your 997!

 

62000 for a 997S? Pardon my french, but are you out of your frickin mind? I'll give you 70 tomorrow morning. No questions asked. Plus, 96K for the turbo is a joke. Don't even think about it. Enjoy the S.

 

take thejudge up on his offer

 

I have a 06 997 and I had a 2001 TT. They are both exceptional cars. I understand what you are saying about linear acceleration in the turbo. I think I would wait until the 2007 Turbos show up and then after a few months check the pricing on the 996 TTs. My Porsche dealer has 6-8 05 turbos in his showroom, two of which are turbo Ss.. There seems to be little interest in his cars. Why? Who knows?
They had a Mexico blue turbo S I'm interested in, but @ $154,000 it too much, at this point in time. Lets see what happens next year.

 

the 03 TT is not worth more than high 80's

 

no one wants 996 now that is why that dealer has them . They are all over ebay .

 

yeah i would keep the 997S.
Damn Judge, I was gonna offer him 63k :-(
yeah wait for the 997tt to come out or if the price is way 2 much then get the SC on ur ride. U will be happy.

raja

 

I would keep the 997S, what? 62k? that's way too cheap!!

and the turbo price seems high, looks like a rip off

 

That's not exactly true - I don't care for the 997 design, especially the interior.

I'll be keeping my 996...

 

I am keeping the S and waiting for the 997 turbo. The reason for the low trade is I have 13000 miles on an 9 month old car. (Yes, I drive it) I alsol lack some key options like hot seats and power seats. I usually buy barebones cars, as I am not an options freak. I do have Sport Chrono, which I feel is a must have for this car.

 

Joe: save the money and wait for the 997 turbo, it will be worthed and you will LOVE IT!