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Texun911 wrote: ↑Thu Jul 25, 2019 7:28 pm Hey guys, I have been lurking for quite a while and decided that the time has come to make a post. I am currently researching the 996 platform and gathering information that may persuade me into purchasing a nice C2. I am not new to racing, high performance cars or anything of the sort. As a matter of fact I have built and raced cars for over 25 years and I am also a Technician who is very particular and passionate about my work. I currently work for GM but I have my roots in Mercedes Benz as well as Performance shops that cater to exotics in the Austin, TX area. So I am very much motivated by the technical aspects of my work and the hobby.

I have to say that I really like the 996, I always have. I have driven a few Porsches and I know the balance and driving experience are very pleasant, thats not so much my concern. The REAL concern lies with my inability to leave well enough alone and how that will play out in my 996 ownership. 320hp out of a naturally aspirated 3.8L flat 6 is respectable, but I think I may start wanting more. Right off the bat I noticed that the aftermarket parts availability and support are just a fraction of what the US and Japanese market is. I also do not see as much (if any) talk about cylinder head data, camshaft specs, cross sectional area, DCR/SCR, etc. etc. or tuning information. It seems that the general consensus I read when searching is that Porsche has made the engine as best as it can be and further output is marginal or simply out of most owners pricing comfort zone given the return. The other thing I noticed is that when someone is interested in modifying a Carrera, they are often pointed towards a GT3 or Turbo model. That alone is off putting enough to anyone which I personally do not agree with. I think starting with something you personally like and learning from the changes is something that is very fulfilling. So i'd appreciate if we can just skip the "trade up" debates. I am here to learn and possibly contribute in the long run. Considering I can do most of my own work and I am very familiar with what it takes, along with untold amounts invested in tools, this might be one of my most interesting vehicles. Im looking forward to it.

By the way, this group looks like the best group on the net for these cars. No question. Yall should be pretty proud of that.

Texun911 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 26, 2019 6:51 am It’s true! You guys seem to keep it together more than the other sites I’ve read on. Says a lot

Texun911 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 26, 2019 7:36 am Is that a golden IMS bearing? haha!

Jetblast wrote: ↑Mon Dec 02, 2019 2:59 pm Hi,
New to this site.
Longed for a Porsche since most of you were not even born. Prices go up faster then I can put money aside for that. I really liked the 1980's model but market value makes it unattainable. I figured that by next spring I could afford a 996.
I would love a 4 to drive all year up North here in Canada but I think it would be better to have a 2 that is more fun during the good months. Open to your comments on that.
I always wanted a yellow one but I don't like the black interior. Is there any yellow with a tan interior? I am starting to consider a navy blue one with a tan interior.
I want a Cabriolet to enjoy the short summer we have. Do they all come with dynamic roll bars? That would be a must to go lapping at the neighboring track.
Hope to be able to show proof of ownership in the next few months...
Cheers!