This Is The Worst Porsche 911 In History...
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- čas přidán 28. 07. 2024
- This is the worst Porsche 911 of all time. There are many Porsche models, including the Porsche 996, the 963, 718, 930, Taycan, and many more. But today, when I show you the worst Porsche ever in this short car review, you'll be blown away at why.
PS. It's the Porsche 996, but what specific one?
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Claiming which 911 is the worst is like deciding which Victoria Secret model is the least attractive.
It is still better than 95% of anything else on the road.
Well, I won’t argue with that. Cheers
Fact
I love my 996.2 from 2003... I drive it now for 3 years in winter and summer without any extraordinary problems... And it goes about 180 mph....real fun 😉
The 996.2 c4s and turbo were wide body. And m5s at the time were not true dry sump either. IMS bearing issues made up for a small percentage of 996s. You're exaggerating many of your "facts"
Another "fact" that was a total falsity was his warranty void claim relating to the integrated dry sump system. Porsche never had any official policy that you would have your warranty voided for tracking a 996 regardless of what tires you had on the car. In fact, I happen to know a fellow who has had a 996 since new (very early car, 2/98 build) that had an entire new engine put in after less than 10,000 km of ownership. He tracked it almost every weekend at the time.
@@henryatkinson1479he said in a comment he agreed even with issues they’re better than 95% of other cars on the road stop crying you’re a grown man.
Misinformed video the IMS issue was greatly exaggerated and the 996 turbo is one of the best of all of the turbo cars due to the engine and retention of the analog feel of the cars . I’ve owned many Porsches and loved them all including the base 996 ,997 and 993 turbo my favorite of all the cars was the 996 turbo . The subject of the interior is also questionable the new Porsches have very nice and fancy interiors the older ones never really did unless from the 60’s or the early 70’s Porsche spent the time on performance. The greatest thing about the new cars is the air conditioning and performance the old AC was pretty rough .
I agree on all counts and yes the 996 Turbo is one of the best platforms ever. The Metzger split case engine with real dry sump and a unique intermediate shaft setup these cars are amazing and can take a lot of power upgrades. The Carrera and Turbo are really 2 entirely different cars.
Interesting take. Ive owned 964 and 993 911s (the 2nd to last, and last air cooled models), and owned a 996. They all had very unique characteristics and my 964 C4 cabriolet was a daily driver for me for over 10 years. The air cooled models were much more quirky (which can be charming), but I really liked the ways my 996 was a lot more 'normal. For example having a strong ac (air cooled models feel like some warm air being blown on you) is a serious feature. The 996 feels light and easy to drive as well, while still be sure footed. Your comments about the IMS bearing are a bit over stated, because this wasn't an issue on the GT3 or Turbo 996s, but more importantly this is an issue that has been resolved on the vast majority of 996s at this point. Every 996 buyer (should) make sure this has been resolved. The 996 really helped Porsche 911s become modern, and you wouldn't have the 997, for example, without the 996. All tiptronic models are lacking (even the turbos), go with the 6 speed manual every time! Most importantly, the 996 definitely still feels and drives like a Porsche 911.
You are right on all counts and it was a transition car for the 911 which actually felt far more refined than the 993. I know many enthusiasts now love the more basic, raw, feel of the older air cooled cars. And yes the 997 and beyond simply got better with every next generation. Funny thing this week I was following a 95 Carrera Cab with the rear wind handle and it showed near perfect but I could smell the burning oil on the heat exchangers as I remember mine doing too.
I believe PDK started being offered in the 997.2 generation.
Cheers
@@ECPP Cheers buddy
As time will show all 911's are destined for greatness...
Possibly
I prefer the 996 to the 993, goes better, handles better, etc
Makes sense that it would, the 996 was a ground-up new car, not a refresh sharing a floorpan with a car from the 60s. 996 is lighter, and the only thing it really shares with the 993 is that its rear engined and uses a similar multi-link rear suspension. The entire remainder of the car is new. Its more aerodynamic, the front suspension is totally clean-sheet, and the center of mass is much lower. I have a 4/98 C2 myself, couldn't ask for a more engaging or fun driver's car.
I love my 03 Porsche carrera c2. Those headlights dont bother me at all. Drives like a Porsche 911 and feels like a Porsche 911. IMO those headlights will be a rare model to own, like the 63 corvette split window. When they came out no one wanted them now its one of the most desireable Corvettes ever.
That’s fair, yes they still drive really well.
I had a 996, and loved it, but I can’t disagree with your points here. I wasn’t fond of the headlights, the interior looked like it was lifted out of a Taurus, and I lived in constant fear of that IMS bearing.
Drove beautifully though! 😊
Absolutely Tim, that’s true great drivers but…., now even the 997 was a big step into what owners lined, other than the IMS which was still a potential issue in early cars(first generation)
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Very true! I think the turbo models used an IMS-less engine, but you’re right, the 997s were a big jump ahead in every other aspect . 😉
Had one in Lapis Blue.but best date car at the time.
Not the first 997 gen : IMS issue ;)
Bro, the 996 was better than the 993 in every possible aspect. The ims fails hardly ever happened. By far most 996's never had any problem. The headlight makes it more desirable now, because it's the only model that has them. By the way, inspired on the great Le Mans racecars. The tiptronic is fantastic and bulletproof. The 996 is a fantastic car and a lot of fun to drive. It's a true Porsche in every single way.
Yep. Faster than the 993, lighter than the 993, more aerodynamic than the 993, and with far more steering feel and feedback than the 993. Any air-cooled car feels like a tractor once you drive a 996. My 4/98 C2 Coupe has had no major failures over its 180k km (I have a complete service history of the car), and is a huge amount of fun to drive. Wouldn't trade it for anything... except maybe a 996.1 GT3 if I could lose the bodykit. I love how clean the plain old .1 C2 looks.
Thanks. Cool cars either way.
but the 996 twin turbo is a whole different animal that I love
For sure it is
20 years later...
"Why the Porsche 992 is the Worst 911 Ever"
Haha
Hmmm you could argue the older ones were worse they had no heat and the AC didn’t work
Thanks
You're wrong about the 991 being the first with PDK. The 997.2 (generation prior), had the PDK.
Cheers
People loved to hate the 964 for a time too, and now they are worth more than 993s. I think you will find that in 5 year's time, a sorted, early 98 build 996 C2 Coupe will be worth more than most 997 C2s. The 98 built cars were hand-made on the 993 line alongside the last few 993 Turbo models, they were the last 911s to feature a cable throttle, they are far less prone to the IMS failure thanks to a dual-row bearing, and all cars 4/98 and later are immune to the coolant intermix issue. The 996 like the 964 before it is a transitional model. It was necessary that it existed as it does for Porsche to survive into the 21st century, and without it we would not have Porsche or a 911 today. The much-loved 997, under that new skin, is essentially a 996 with the engine bored out and with more modern electronics. The bottom line is that the 996 is lighter and faster than the 993, a better driver's car than any base Carrera to precede it, and more engaging to drive than any 911 to follow in its footsteps.
Fair statements and the 964 has always been a real, authentic 911 feeling car, flaws and everything. The 996 was leagues ahead of the 993 in terms of refinement, but much of the feel went with the older cars. The turbo is awesome and the later C4S was cool but I believe the early cars just had s alb side that lacked the hips that most other 911s had. Either way, its an amazing car to drive and will to take that away, but again, the 997 is such a great design that its arguably one of the best, especially the Gen2.
@@ECPP Going to just agree to disagree on this. Once you drive a 996, air cooled cars (especially the pre-993s without the multilink rear) just feel like industrial equipment, not a sportscar. 996 loses none of the feel and agility and gains so much in refinement that its just a better car. Doubt anyone would want to daily an air-cooled car today if the weather is anything short of perfect, but my 996 has been up to the task. As for the 997, it picks up electronic nannies, and frankly, I don't like how it looks. Its a bloated mess from a styling perspective given that they had to graft the "old" round 911 shape onto the hardpoints of a 996 chassis (which is all a 997 is - a 996 in a new suit). 997.2 gets the 9A1, but becomes even more of a rolling computer in the process. There really is no car like an early 996, no e-gas, no traction control, just you, a flat-6, 6 gears, and ABS, but still with all of the creature comforts and dependability needed to be dailyed in any conditions.
That's not the Boxster style headlamp at all... In fact, it's the 996.2 style and it's unique to that generation on 996.
Yup, that design first showed up on the 996 Turbo, which was powered by a Le Mans winning Mezger flat 6. Hardly something to scoff at.
Never heard of this channel, I somehow fell upon it. Yet you have gained no credibility due to erroneous information and irrelevant story telling. The 996 is the first of the every day, classic 911 drives, and the last of the true 911 sports driving experiences. The 996, 6 speed coupe is just glorious. I have no words. Yet you had many, which said absolutely nothing of value.
Sorry you feel that way and I would infer that I likely have far deeper knowledge on Porsche than you do. I lived the brand for years, have owned many from 944s, 911s, air and liquid cooled, and have driven most others that have graced the walls. What I speak is true and the 996 is really only loved by those who truly cannot afford the better cars. The Turbo and GT2 are great, aside from that, move on and mimimal buy in point for the liquid cooled cars is 997
The cutaways with you laughing aren't helping the video. It would have been near perfect without it. You still get a thumbs up but the cutaways are completely superfluous. I could make an argument for the first one but by 5 mins in I was seriously like, "really?". Good info. Everyone hates tear drop 911s but they are still pretty cool.
Thanks for the feedback, and for watching
The targa 996 body was based on the cab body so that’s why it looks off.
True
Hah. You run a good comedy show. What makes a good comedy is it takes partial facts and spins it into humorous story. You could be on SNL. Wish you actually knew something about cars though...
993 Turbo S was recently sold for 504.993 dollars at BringATrailer auction. You can buy about 20 of these 996 Turbos for that price. LOL.
Agreed, and the 996 turbo is better than the 993 turbo. 996 and 996 turbo are two totally different cars
@@ECPP The air cooled prices are insane. It has nothing to do with numbers, accelerations, etc. It's just that those cars became icons.
@@ECPP Not really that different. They flared the fenders, changed 1 (one) piece of sheet metal in the engine bay to make room for the oil tank (dry sump), and dropped in the Mezger with a strengthened version of the same G96 gearbox. AWD system between the C4/C4S and Turbo was unchanged. Suspension in the front was entirely unchanged save for springs, rear had minor adjustments. Brake got bigger. And thats really it, the cars are VERY similar, and the GT3 is even more similar to a C2. Narrow-body, just changed 1 stamped sheet metal piece, dropped in a different drivetrain, and changed the wheel carriers. A 996 Carrera can be made to handle and stop just as well as a GT3 for basically no effort and money, and a number of people over on Rennlist have swapped Mezger engines into their C2s.
The problem is, 997 will bore score, not a question of "If" but "when", the 991 that came after feels a bit more numb in comparison, still great, but doesn't feel raw like the 997 and 997.
The 993 that came before is nice, but now super expensive and IMHO overvalued, as a well set up 996 drives better. Plus the 993 styling is also divisive, I think I prefer the 996 front end to the 993, more so the 996.1.
So you are left with a 996 vs 997 if you want a properly usable, daily that still feels small, nimble and raw.
IMS at this age is pretty much a non issue, borescore is going to happen at some point on your 997. Plus, a 996 with centre console delete I think is nice than the 997.1 interior, 997.2 is better though.
To be honest, as long as I have one on the drive none of the issues would stop me from buying any of them. And as I get closer to 50 a newer, less raw, more GT feeling 992 appeals more and more. Shame my bank balance doesn't agree. ;)
Early 996s seem to be a real sweetspot. Cars built before ~8/98 were hand-built on the 993 line, and retain a cable throttle as well as the "granite" interior trim material which in my opinion looks quite nice. 3.4s rarely suffer from bore score, and as you said, IMS is overblown, but even then, the early cars get a dual-row bearing. Even less of an issue.
While the video was fun, I have to add a few thoughts of my own. The 996.2 you had on hand wasn't the true fried egg, which was in my mind a real aesthetic improvement in the .2's.
As far as the Targa, the entire draw (for me) is the hatchback. It makes one of the best sport cars available into somewhat of a practical vehicle. Costco run? No problem.
For people that can only have one car (like myself here in NYC) having a hatchback is a game changer in terms realistically owning a sports car as a daily driver.
And it's quite stiff, being a cab reinforced body with an additional canopy rail for more rigidity. Of course it's not an ideal track car, but people do track it (Cabs cannot for safety reasons.) The suspension is tuned a little softer which is great on normal roads, but I can always firm it up with PASM when needed for the twisties.
I do complete film shoots out of the rear hatch and frunk of my 2010 Targa 4S with a passenger as well. (And I'm talking about transporting C-stands or Grip stands for anyone who knows what they are.) I've also transported a bike with the wheel off and a 49" tv in the box.
It took me 6 months to find the right Targa in late 2013, and in places with lots of 911's, the Targa's look(especially 997) is a nice distinction. Raj from MR Sportscars says he gets several requests for the 997.2 Targa every week.
After some paintwork a couple of years ago, I had the entire car wrapped in Stek Paint protection film and ceramic. I intend to keep the car for decades to come. For me the combination of a hatchback, 2 small rear seats, plus self healing exterior film makes the dream of sports car ownership possible. The PDK takes it to another level of practicality for urban dwellers .
IMS is sometimes overblown but what is not and more serious issue is 'Bore Score' and that affected all engines 3.4L and bigger across the 996, 997.1, 986, 987.1 Once the cylinders are scraped by the cylinder coating wearing off by the forged pistons it is rebuild time $15-30K. In other words don't buy a Porsche prior to 2009.
Sounds like a weaker level of design. Sad departure from the older air cooled cars.
@@ECPP unfortunately the air cooled engines are not without their issues, the 2.7L has many problems and the 993 can suffer from overheating, oil leaks and carbon buildup
I purchased that car in 2003 $10,000 under dealer invoice in October. So Porsche knew they had a bad one on their hands I guess… however, she was was manual and midnight blue and I loved her.
Nice
Lol I have a 996 Turbo and a 987 Boxster and I love them both! I feel like these ugly ducklings are super underrated, and they each serve their own purpose for me (tuned 996TT for keeping up with modern fast cars, and 987 for twisty mountain roads). I’ve driven some newer Porsches, and they just don’t excite me like the older water cooled cars, no matter how much faster they were.
Thanks for helping lower 996 prices so that I can start hoarding them when this bubble pops 😂
Yup! 4/98 C2 sport package owner here, couldn't agree more. Some day I'd love to also pick up a Mezger-engined 996, but honestly, the C2 is so good with nothing but a 6-speed and LSD that I don't really need more for the time being. Enjoy that Turbo, those things are crazy fun!
Not only is the tiptronic gear box in these "like a Mercedes", it is an actual Mercedes gearbox.
I have a 996 manual coupe and a 986 manual with a transplant 3.4 from a carrera. The manual makes all the difference in these cars.
I agree
PDK started in the 997.2 2009 as did in the 987.2
Thanks for sharing
I prefer the style, appearance and performance on the newer models of dee German engineering. Thank you for sharing 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
I do as well, thanks for sharing
Porsche prices are crazy high now and low inventory so I wait this one out.
Yeah it’s a stupid market but I see some cool late model 911s at my local dealer lately
@@ECPP I will save for a 911 turbo or S but next car will be more like suv, van or truck to carry my gear
The 911 is perfect but unfortunately doesn't lose value like McLaren or Maserati🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️😓😓😓
Most 911s are awesome. This one, well…
@@ECPP yeah but they're not depersonate so you can't get good deal like the McLaren and Maserati🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️
What years are you talking about ? I had a 2013 S4 Carrera Convertible and loved it I’m looking forward to a 2020 new model sometime soon wish I can get that Targa 4S that’s my dream
Typically up to and around 2002. The 4S convertible and coupe looked great with the wider body it a standard Carrera was sort of meh in the early generation .
You don’t know what decade which models belong to but claim to have owned one and buying another??
I love the face emojis
Thanks
you lost me at the point where you say that the headlights of the 996.2 look like the Boxter headlights... do some research before trying to be a popular youtuber...
Don’t worry, all is good, I know exactly what I am talking about
porsche 911 turbo or nissan gtr ?
which one is the most reliable
I would go 911 turbo
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Many thanks for your response
Do you think the GT3 more reliable than the Turbo S ?
There is some stuff here that I can partially agree to, but I find this quite subjective. Every 911 has its unique set of problems. I was in the market for either a 996 or 997 for the analogue experience but with retaining modern reliability and AC. 997 has a better interior in some ways, but I can't get over the cheesy and way outdated computer screen that all have paint flaking off. I actually like the curves inside a 996. So the 997 interior may be nicer other than that computer screen, but I wanted the better mechanical car. I also grown to actually like the 996.2 turbo headlights (so long as they are not sun fogged). Both the 996 and 997 base have has a great naturally aspirated 3.6 with linear power band all the way to redline without any jerky acceleration or turbos that can feel awkward. The later 911s have mostly gone to electric steering and that can't be better for a true steering feel of the road. So both 996 and 997.1 had great analogue 911 experience with modern reliability and AC. This is what I was craving for as we are heading into an age of horizontal self-driving elevators.
I ultimately ended up with a 996.2 that was meticulously cared for by an amazing Porsche enthusiast and I can't tell you how amazing that engine bay looks and how mechanically sound this car is. For me, I wanted the most mechanically sound car, and 996 vs 997 was less of an issue. BTW, the 996.2 headlights came from the turbo, not the Boxter. The 996.1 headlights came from the Boxter. IMS's are also mostly all upgraded now that comes at the cost of a clutch replacement so not a big deal.
Magnus Walker who owns at least four 996 911s also inspired me.
Another argument for the 996 is that it is the model that saved Porsche. But for the 996, there may not have been any more 911s.
Thanks I appreciate the comment and yes a 911 is still a 911. All versions are great sports cars, and I understand that many people love the 996. My first drive in the release of the 996 back in 1999 revealed a car that felt leagues more advanced and refined than the 993 before it. I know a got a chance to drive one and was quite impressed so it’s still part of the legendary bloodlines.
@@ECPP I would add that most people (both fans and haters) would probably agree that the 996 was the most controversial 911 when it came out. And yes, the IMS was a terrible issue back in the day until it was essentially solved years later. Cheers!
I'll take 1 though
They are still great to drive even with some faults
You are really good at mixing solid info with humor. Isn't it kinda tacky to have the make of the vehicle branded so large and in charge from the back wheel to the front wheel? I guess it helps to remind you and others what exactly you're driving!
Even a humble 2.5l 986, let alone a cabrio or targa 996, equipped with a tiptronic gearbox, is still a great car to drive. Btw I have had some pretty gross pizza in my day, but I get the analogy. There is no thing as a bad 911. Not everybody is after the same spec and quite a lot of people bought tiptronics, 4wd cars and targa models, to suit their own needs, so "worst" 911 is subjective. I bet a 996 can run rings around a similarly specced 993 or 964 all day long. Interior quality was better in later years with extended leather and again, it was a step up in terms of ergonomics and space compared to the revered 993, plus the heater actually worked. As to the slab-sidedness, well, pretty much all 911 cars were like that until the 993 came along and I prefer the narrow-body look anyway. That delicacy and small footprint has now been lost from the range and it's a shame. Looks-wise, I never liked the facelift/turbo 996 headlights and bumpers, but pre-facelift carreras look pure and beautiful to me, almost pebble-shaped, and the biggest leap forward since the 959. The 993 still had rain gutters, for crying out loud! I think the sweet spot with cost and looks taken into account is a 2-wheel drive 3.4l 996 with no sunroof and preferably the manual gearbox. Not as awe-insipiring as a 996.2 gt3, but still a purer and more feelsome drive than a fat, computer-driven 992. PS the IMS bearing can be easily upgraded to an aftermarket part that cures the reliability problem once and for all. The sump can also be upgraded to the x51 package.
Yes indeed
I love these self titled Porsche enthusiasts.🤣🤣 You can't possibly be a real Porsche owner if you have a 996.
Thanks. I personally do not own a 996
I've had a 911 3.2, 993 C2, and now 997.2 C2 PDK, and I hands down love the 997 the most. Porsche hit it out of the park with the 997.
I totally agree especially the generation2
The short version of why it's so bad is simple: It's a Volkswagen product.
Ouch
Pdk came with 997.2 2010, not 991
Cheers
The most brutal accidents you can find online is a Porsche accident. And I'm not talking about fast and the furious star Bryan o Connor. Porsche drivers just love to seek death or accidents 😂
Yikes, harsh criticism re headlights considering the size of your aviators. Unnecessary cutaway "wHaT?!"
Still ugly headlights
Those headlights bothered me from the moment I saw them. That being said, this is a controversial topic. Some of these are true bargains for any enthusiast that can't afford a modern 911. Some of the earlier Boxter's while nice are starting to fall apart in the modern age. I see so many of them completely trashed up in my neck of the woods, kinda like the first generation Mercedes 230 Kompressor.
I see that too, some early Boxsters had issues and the biggest one too was neglect by some owners who could afford to get into one but could not afford the keep it running. IMS bearings, rear plastic windows, rough seats, and general maintenance often got missed sadly leaving many in a state of disarray.
@@ECPP the biggest problem is hazing on the plastic headlamps, a problem that still plagues these vehicles to this very day.
which one are not bad are better question especially with reliability
964,993, 997-2
@@ECPP they are good if you don't drive them alot
GT3, turbo and S are my three favorite models and base 911 too weak to be worth buying
Yes I agree, I love the GT2RS, gt3rs, gt3, all turbos, and turbo S
I think you are SO wrong.. My 996 is much better in just about every way than my 993. It is much more fun to live with and more reliable as well as faster
than the 993.
Go ahead and hate, that leaves more 996's for those of us that love and respect this series of 911. Doug Demuro's review is much better than this guy's.
Well there are other Porsches with other probs !!!
The luftgekühlt Modells are sure state of the art , but hey , those engines had also failures !!
So now 996 : The headlights are absolutely beautiful !!
But only in Gen 1 !
Those came off the Le Mans cars and are so unique and awesome 👏🏽
It contributes to the value of 996 witch is going up anyhow .
The IMS stuff is so overrated !!
It’s just 4% of all the 996 who had that probs !
But it’s easy to recognize and solve !
Most owners back then did not know how to handle this , cause everyone was trimmed to handle Aircooled issues !
The 996 was the most successful 911 ever sold , so it couldn’t be that bad !!
I find the Design so timeless great , cause it bridges the older gens into the newer designs !
By the way , the interior with leather package is gorgeous!!
Did you ever look into a 964 or 993 ??!!!
It’s like sitting in a Autoscooter from the Fair !!
Noooo Waaayyy !!
996 was ergonomic lifestyle and started to look indeed sporty and cozy.
The 997 even had a total boring interior, and the steering wheel is fresh from Mars !
The 996 is one of the most beautiful design ( thanx to Pinky Lai ) and the next gen that states new Porsche Design is the 991 !
But I think over all , those Porsches are getting too big , to be honest !
If you think about the G- Modells , witch are so small , but sporty and handy , and so the 996 was growing also but still is fitting like a shoe , when you sit in it !
By the way , the Tiptronic is great to drive , I just had also a little comparison trip with a friend of mine , who has a 3,6l stick , mine is a 3,4l Tippi .
Well what can is say , my 300 horse C2 kept the same speed up’s and Autobahn stints as the 3,6 stick !
He was not passing me until we reached the 160 miles runnouts !!
He could pass me like a snail in rage !!
I have also a third watercooler and wrapped headers , that keeps me from Borescoring .
There are many upgrades out there now to make a 996 very reliable too !
Get one now before it’s too late , it’s a great driving experience, as long as your suspension parts are in good shape , then don’t forget , those 911s are now 24 years old .
I love mine so hard , I can only recommend to have the balls to get your self one ☝🏾
Mr. T. From Germany 🇩🇪
Very passionate and I love the way you see that. Yes there are so many great things about it, and as I mentioned even the worst is still pretty good. I too have owned Porsches from most generations such as the old air cooled and yes they feel dated, but simple and robust. 996 was fresh in many ways but I believe even Porsche felt a quick step change was in order for headlights, fenders, wheelbase, etc. I have an early Boxster so I appreciate where you are coming from and they are charming g in their own way.
@Mr. T Cool story bro.
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Thank for your reply , yes I’m very passionate about 996 , I work for the Porsche Museum in Zuffenhausen, so I know and see what is going on with Porsche in general.
996 will become a great classic !
We learned to upgrade the weak spots and make it a lovable 911 !
Boxter is very nice too , and it feels great to drive also with the fact , that it’s like a middle motor car .
I just could hug my 996 and kiss it all day long 😍😝
I LOVE my 2002 911 Turbo! Granted my car is Miami Blue w/an Orange Terracotta Interior, Thers No Bearing Crap with this engine that ran well into the 997 years..I have Carbon fiber dash, EVO Rear Bumper w/a GT2 Nose..I get more attention in that Car at shows then any of my other cars which are Blown Pro Streets! I WAS gona dump it But instead ill just over power the car bcz the Metzger engines so good..In this video hes talking abt standard Non-Turbo cars which did have some problems But my car is awesome Period..I agree abt the Lites & finally they make a good replacement But pretty easy to change front fenders & Lites But then I lose the GT2 Nose, So ill probaby go within the cool new Lites, So get a Twin Turbo & Then tell me how bad the car is Bcz its a pretty great car🎸🎸🎸
You are totally right and a buddy of mine has the same car as yours but with a GT2 kit, larger wheels, a tune, larger turbos, injectors, hollowed cats and more and it’s a rocket. You are right, the Metzger engine is a beast with the GT1 split case and true dry sump oiling makes it a real winner. The only real weakness is tranny synchros if driven carelessly, and cooling pipes which need to be pinned or welded. Beyond this, better than most cars after and even before it in the 911 world. The Twin Turbo is nothing at all like the base Carrera and the integrated sump and poor intermediate shaft design.
A top of the line 996 shouldn't had shared headlights with a Boxer. SMH. Just Horrible...
I totally agree and much of the interior and other bits as well. Just wrong
They look very similar: 911, Boxster, Cayman ...
I LOVE MY VECTRA!!! 😃
Very cool indeed
@@ECPP right
WoW, another original opinion.
Right?
I guess I’ll stick with my Toyota
A nice 911 is a nice car but this one? Ouch
😂
Toyota is the only smart choice
@@shovel_head80 But they're so BORING!!!!😃
TY,,,,,,WOW incredible very interesting super kool ,1st class great info.,, AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.
Glad you enjoyed it
Yikes!
Right?
No car 🚗 20 plus years now!!!
Most 911s are timeless
What years 911 and boxster/cayman had IMS issues? I hear some say it was up to 2008 years
Yea that about right when they changed to the 2nd gen that’s when things were improved
a more robust IMS bearing (not serviceable unless a complete engine rebuild) appeared in 2006 for the 997 and 987 and in 2009 the IMS was eliminated altogether.
Very entertaining!
Thanks very much
Agreed!
Haha, and even as I mentioned Thomas, even a bad 911 is still pretty good and better than most other sports cars.
@@ECPP indeed! A 996 is still going, when a lot of domestic vehicles are already beer cans by now.
The 996 at least had some more personality with those headlights, not looking like a Beetle cousin.
They were certainly unique. We ow. A Boxster and it suits that car for sure.
LOL time makes some appeaŕ a fool. Time spent correcting them, a loss
Thanks
@@ECPP I'm old, had many Pcars...newer is not better and there's a list of items that will make a 99 Very collectable...and the newer 911s just ordinary heavy and big, nice cars. BTW your tech info is wrong also lol
@@ECPP Watch porsche 996 magnus walker.....quite sharp, deep history, has All different Pcars...I.e. his opinion is considered worldwide...(even visits w factory) finally yr video will be true,correct, and vast improved...2 cents
0:24 Jumpscare warning
Fun, fun, fun
Perdoneme, pero cuanta ignorancia,!!!!!!!! , sólo resume algunos artículos de Internet y se queda tan tranquilo.. El 996 es tan malo que por es el 911 con más revalorización de todos sobretodo el fantástico 4S, Ya hace tiempo que el IMS tiene solución. Busque un poco las grandisimas virtudes del 996, en vez de ultrajado. Lo siento pero pesimo video y peor información. Ya lo traducidas.
As long as you bought a turbo/turbo s, you weren’t affected by the IMS bearing problem. That being said, I would avoid all NA 996’s from 99-07, just to be on the safe side (unless you like mid-2000’s VW Jetta interior quality 💪).
Cheers
GT3 and GT2 also don't suffer from IMS. Not that it really matters, fewer than 1% of 996s suffered from IMS failure per the lawsuit's findings, and they were all failures at very low mileages. I wouldn't worry about IMS on a 996 today, if it really bothers you, just swap the bearing whenever you do the clutch. As for the interior, have you *seen* the 993's interior? Having the radio side-by-side with your rotary AC panel while your heater levers are on the floor between the seats sure screams quality, doesn't it.
YES! lol
Right?
I LOVE996.1
I would counter that the 996 is best 911 value. I bought a 1999 coupe 3 years ago with 120,000 miles for $18,000. The car has been bullet proof.
I take it to the track and thrash it, then roll the windows up, turn on the air conditioner and drive home in comfort. It’s 22 years old now with 135,000 miles and has no squeaks or rattles. No wind noise going down the road. So dollar for dollar the 996 is by far the best 911!
It is a great value indeed
The old ones have the best style I'm thinking 80s IMO
Yes, yes, yes
@@ECPP great info as always 👍
Exaggerate much?
No
Worst car. Ims bearing and all sorts of problems
Ticking time bomb
So, 996 or 993?. 993,993,993. I have tried to like this version, but it,s a p.o.s., sorry buddy. I agree,it,s Porsche,s worse car ever.
Exactly. I love the 993 as its the best of the breed.