i am in process of selling my 05 turbo S cab and looking for a C4/C4S CAB- I like the wide rear and interior. i know i am compromising power but need to downgrade for financial reasons. I would like to get a C4 but will the engine be a dissapointment...also is there a rear tail mod made yet for the 997 cabriolet and who is supplier?
Here's my turbo S for sale.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...=en&cardist=14

 

i test drove the new S with the bigger engine and compared to my 996 c4s the engine did have more noticeable power and pull. I think you will only miss some of the high end power that the turbo has but the 3.6 i think you would see a noticeable drop in power.

 

Don't forget the 997S runs the 'ring as fast as a 996TT, and faster than a TTcab, lack of power won't be a problem.

 

buy the S if u're going to buy it. my dealer confirmed the same thought i have. the regular C2 & C4 market is getting killed by Cayman from the hp, handling & price point of view. C4 is worse since it's more expensive & heavier. most dealers do not want them in the lot.

 

Billy if you are really going this route (even though it makes zero sense since you will mod it and spend the same as the payment on the TT cab you have over time ) you need to go with the "s" model.

The drop from 450hp to 320hp will be way to drastic for you if you do not do the "s" route. The S with the sport chrono at least will give you a "feel" of decent torque.

 

Good luck with your change.

 

what is the difference b/w the C4 and C4S with respect to exterior styling..is it same look,brakes, tires?

 

many options on C4 are standard on the 4S just like the C2/S. red calipers, 19'' wheel, xenon just to name few.

 

I agree. I've done a LOT of research on the differences, and the value proposition, and I made the 4S choice. Of course, I live in Chicago, and I bought this car to drive - not park for half of the year!

Ignore the 10k MSRP difference between the C2/C4 and C2S/C4S - it's not a true comparison. Option up a C2/C4 with nineteens and bi-xenons, and take into account that you don't get the 3.8l motor, red calipers, and PASM - and the value really shows through.

Also, the S models can be equipped with Porsche Sport Exhaust (XLF) from the factory. "Base" models cannot...

On a more esoteric note: it seems the the 997 "4" models are 'less desirable' than the 996 AWD cars, as they wear the widebody but not the turbo facia and rear bumper. I feel that many folks who loved the 100% turbo look of the 996 C4S are disappointed with the 997 C4S's lack of a true turbo look... so, you should be able to get a better deal. I know that I did - and that's why I bought it! I'm picking the car up on Monday or Tuesday of next week, and I can't wait!

The S-car will help smooth your move from the Turbo, Dr. Good luck and let us know what you decide to do!

-d

 

i forgot the 0.2L difference in extra horses! sorry...

 

I think that the flatter, wider torque curve of the 3.8 will make life better for him! Especially considering the car Drbill is coming from...

200ccs don't seem like much until you look at the power curves!

From Flat-6: http://www.flat-6.net/forum/attachme...achmentid=2352

(It's in Dutch, but you'll see the deltas...)

-d

 

I agree keep the turbo. At the end of the day the diffrence in funds won't at way the extra horse power. Just my humble opinion.

 

Makes sense but speed/power non-issue for me( or i'd keep my tts), red calipers vs. standard-only color of them is an issue when doing routine street driving,option up C4 with xenon lights,sport chrono pkg and residual on a 4 yr lease on a C4 cab is 2-3 points higher than a C4S. All being said, same body, power sufficient for my needs, lease the car at lower payment and give it back in when done.....
extra 500 bucks/month in my pocket and done.

 

Well, there you have it! Good luck, send pics when you take delivery!

-don

 

You can still drive the 2 or 2S all year round with no problems at all - just fit winter wheels and tires. IMHO awd in Chicago is a complete waste of money - buy the X51 with the money you save. But each to his own if you feel the need for it.

Not true XLF is available on both base and S models.