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Performance9.5/10 Based on 6 ratings
Practicality7.2/10 Based on 6 ratings
Reliability8.5/10 Based on 6 ratings
Value for Money8.6/10
Reviewer Rating8.7/10
Overall Rating8.9/10 Based on 8 ratings
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7- Porsche 996 911 Carrera Reviews

  • Full review by
    pedrilla Rank: Lance Corporal
    on 9th Mar 2009


    User Rating : 10
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    Good Points: Looking at the impressive performance figures and ownership costs compared to comparable rivals (eg Ferrari, Astin Martin, Audi R8,) it's an absolute bargain price to pay for the performance you get. It won't date given the snail-paced external cosmetic changed model to model for the classic 911

    Bad Points: It's a hard and noisy ride but that goes with the territory so get over it!

    General comments: I have owned my my 2002 Porsche 996 911 Carrera coupe tiptronic for 5 years. The car is an absolute joy to drive and mid range acceleration is awesome (wannabie tail-gaters are swiftly lost in your rear-view mirror!!). The 996 has received heaps of bagging about the interior trim but after five years of ownership, I can say the interior is functional, ergonomic, a drastic improvement from the 993, and contrary to some unfounded comments, it is not made from bargain basement bin pieces that fall off over time! I do 90% city driving and the tiptronic is a superb all-round gear box. The gear box is tried and tested, solid as a tank and smooth as silk. Pump the accelerator and the tiptronic will surely kick-down to the business end of it's role as a performance transmission for all-occasions. Yes, it's not a double clutch thumper, and it doesn't have 7 gears, but it certainly delivers the best gear when you need it. In fact the 2002 tiptronic is the same box fitted to the 996 turbo, therefore strong enough to handle and punishment dished out from the 911 carrera. There are a few squeeks and rattles, but hey, try riding in a Ferrari that doesn't shake and rattle. Fuel consumption is great considering the performance the car is capable of. A slightly larger fuel tank would have helped to increase the distance between drinks but of course that would have changed the power to weight characteristics. The upgraded lights (same as the turbo) kill the usual and tired argument that you can't differentiate the carrera front end from a boxter. The maintenance costs have been reasonable given the badge you're driving, and apart from regular servicing costs, I've only needed to change tyres and a minor problem with a sticking sunroof that is certainly not a major drama. The engine has ticked over like a swiss watch and consequently this car is a keeper!!
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  • Review by
    cozynp
    on 11th Nov 2008


    User Rating : 7
    Respect : 0

    I bought my '98 Porsche 996 C2 3.4l, Tiptronic, because I love these cars. I had it for one week when I had to take it back to the car yard as it had a very bad oil smell. There was no oil leaks. It had 86,000km on the dial (53,000mls). The car stayed in the workshop for more than a week. I was told to take out extended warranty to save myself expensive repair costs. The engine was replaced due to cracked 1st cylinder. This could happen to any car. I have driven it for more than 20,000km since, ...
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  • Review by
    Guest.
    on 25th May 2008


    User Rating : 10
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    I am a new owner of a Porsche 966 Carrera so it is hard for me to comment to much, so far i am happy with my purchase and can recommend this car if you had a choice of a GTi hatch back or a Porsche 911 for the same money i know which one i would choose.
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  • Review by
    lounges
    on 11th Nov 2007


    User Rating : 8
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    I bought this car used and it was impeccably well maintained. It looks brand new. In fact somebody had mistaken it for a 2007 model. I just want to be driving it all the time. It's almost as though nothing else matters when you own one of these beauties. My wife thought of it as just another car...until she drove it. Her immediate comment was "this is amazing".....another win for the hubbie's!
    lounges's full review     | 162 words

  • Review by
    911
    on 22nd Apr 2007


    User Rating : 10
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    Very often copied indirectly for legal reasons yet never duplicated. Cheap inexpensive other brands are value for money. Tough skins jeans swap meet gold chain dollar store etc. You get what you pay for!
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  • Review by
    noelnoel Rank: Lance Corporal
    on 9th Apr 2005


    User Rating : 7
    Respect : 0

    The Porsche 996 911 Carrera is a very nice car, very fun to drive but I wish I hadn't splashed out so quickly - I would suggest test driving some other cars before spending this kind of money. A Jaguar XKR might be of better value.
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  • Review by
    Galactus Rank: Sergeant
    on 8th Oct 2003


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : +5

    My Porsche 911 Carrera (996) was, on balance, a brilliant car. They take a bit of getting used to, the car is very precise in it's controls - light clutch, strong progressive brakes and an accelerator where every millimeter of travel gives an instant increase in power - so far so good. The tricky bit comes in going round corners fast - the car grips very well if you keep the throttle nailed down hard, if you lift off then the rear end can break away quite badly. Be brave, if you do get it wron ...
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