Why You Should Buy a 997.2 Porsche 911 C4S!

I just sold my Porsche 911 GT3 and I bought this 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Launch Edition to thrash around for a bit. Come on a drive with me as I talk market values and personal opinions about the perfect daily-able Porsche dream car.
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[stevenrice]

People buy Porsches for various reasons. Some people buy Porsches for prestige, some buy Porsches for their speed, some buy Porsches for their looks, but if you’re looking for a true, seat of your pants, sports car driving experience, I believe the 997.2 is the ultimate Porsche.

There’s no question that Porsche improves their cars with each model year, but with the 991 Porsche changed the 911 forever, and for the pure race car driving experience, not for the better. I say that for two obvious reasons: first, the 991 abandoned hydraulic steering for electric steering resulting in an insulated road feel through the steering wheel. Likewise, the 991 is longer, wider and heavier than the 997, again adding additional separation between the driver and the road. Additionally, the 997 is the last “pure” Porsche, as the 991 was developed under the umbrella of Volkswagon. So, if a true race car driving experience is your main reason for buying a Porsche, I am firmly in the camp that believes the 997 generation is the way to go.

I have owned two 997’s. I had a 2007 997.1 Carrera 4 which I absolutely loved. I tracked that car and had a ball watching Corvettes in my run group spin out as they tried to keep up with me through the turns. I recently purchased a 2009 997.2 Carrera 4S Cabriolet and I love the newer engine and the upgraded center dash. Driving these cars is an absolute driving pleasure, sure to bring a wide smile to your face. I honestly don’t think you could go wrong with either 997 version (IMS bearing concerns aside).

As far as the future value is concerned, for those of us who prefer a naturally aspirated engine, these cars should definitely appreciate as the 991.2 started Porsche’s journey on the turbo-only road.

So that’s my humble 2 cents on the subject. I hope this is helpful to some potential buyers.

[vinh]

I love the tight steering on the 911, lots of feedback and a ton of fun to drive! Love this car.

[olivier]

I am driving the same model for 8 years as a daily car and it is is still a big fun everyday!

[umirza]

Nice car. Looking at changing mine out to a 997.2 can't decide between that or a 996 Turbo

[davidmorais]

Tiptronic started with the 964. Not good enough. But innovative for Porsche and moving towards a wider market.

[Jimmyz]

That exhaust sounds great…what is it?
And do you have PSE?

[yt_support-]

Noce Video! And car! Whtas your experience about 100k service and costs what to expect? On 2010 and last service 2022? Thank you if you can help

[stonepillowband]

The fact PDK is non serviceable is a big let down to me specially taking into consideration the price difference between.1 and .2

[billwoods]

Those are NOT xenon PLDS headlights. Those looked like the halogen standard headlights that came with the 997.1. As others have said you need to brush up on your Porsche knowledge.

[hoggravyandchitlins]

Something I haven't heard mentioned, insurance for a 911 vs a Corvette is significantly less expensive, statistically Corvettes are in more accidents.

[jimgraves]

I dont believe that is a 2013 steering wheel. I have a 2012 Targa 4S 997 with same steering wheel. The 2013 911s became the 991 and the steering wheel is visually different.

[piotrpix]

Bore scoring issue? you said in earlier models? what years are the later models?