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Porsche is making a 996 Turbo S before the 997 comes out

Discussion in 'Porsche' started by zjpj, May 20, 2004.

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  1. zjpj

    zjpj F1 Veteran

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    #1 zjpj, May 20, 2004
    I wonder if they will make as few as the 993 Turbo S and whether it will be as collectible. That 993 Turbo S was a pretty nice car.

    It's almost like this 996 Turbo S is going to be like a GT2 with AWD. Certainly GT2-like performance figures and engine ratings.

    Edit: 450 HP, 457 torque
     
  2. Aureus

    Aureus Formula 3

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    #2 Aureus, May 21, 2004
    ? 996 Turbo X50 makes 450bhp doesn't it?
     
  3. ralfabco

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    #3 ralfabco, May 21, 2004
    EOS is correct. X-50 / 450bhp

    Are they just going to make a dressed up special ? They sure will be able
    to charge a ton, for a few extra parts and emblems.
     
  4. 911Fan

    911Fan Formula 3

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    #4 911Fan, May 21, 2004
    I think it's going to be about $135K for the coupe. As a dubious bonus, it will come with the ceramic brake package standard.

    Considering it's associated with the outgoing model, and knowing that Porsche will churn out as many as possible, I don't think it will have any lasting value. Certainly, there are already way too many 996TTs on the road!

    Still, I doubt you'll be able to get one of these below MSRP so get ready for a $30K-$40K haircut the first year!
     
  5. Kds

    Kds F1 World Champ

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    #5 Kds, May 21, 2004
    Buy a used GT2......it's more car.......or like someone else said.....an X50 Turbo.
     

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