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  1. 04-25-2008 10:06 AM #1
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    04-25-2008 10:14 AM #2
    Wow, that's a pretty hefty update. Props for bringing back the light strip on the C4's, here's hoping the updated models are as hot as the current ones.

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  3. 04-25-2008 11:16 AM #3
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  4. 04-25-2008 11:21 AM #4
    Id hit it!(in a good way)


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    04-25-2008 11:26 AM #5
    Good stuff. Big power bumps for '09!
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    04-25-2008 11:29 AM #6
    In before the "engine's in the wrong spot" brigade!

    Very nice upgrades. Best of all is that it will devalue the early 997's which will be a bargain in another few years the way early 996 cars are now.

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  7. 04-25-2008 11:30 AM #7
    Very excited to see these hit our showroom!

  8. 04-25-2008 11:32 AM #8
    Can't wait to see what the lightstrip looks like in person!

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    04-25-2008 11:46 AM #9
    About time porsche introced PDK to replace the standard automatic... heck they invented it what, like 20 years ago?

  10. 04-25-2008 12:28 PM #10
    Porsche rules, plain and simple.

  11. 04-25-2008 12:33 PM #11
    Quote, originally posted by greychinchilla »
    Porsche rules, plain and simple.

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    04-25-2008 12:40 PM #12
    Upshift light? LOL.

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    04-25-2008 12:51 PM #13
    Quote, originally posted by Preppy »
    About time porsche introced PDK to replace the standard automatic... heck they invented it what, like 20 years ago?

    agreed. always thought it was sorta odd porsche didnt offer a dual-clutch auto ala dsg.

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  14. 04-25-2008 12:58 PM #14
    IPDK.

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    04-25-2008 01:05 PM #15
    I totally missed the PDK thing (didn't realize what it meant). More awesome
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    04-25-2008 01:06 PM #16
    Quote, originally posted by Oliver@triplezoom »
    Upshift light? LOL.

    That's nothing new. My dad's '86 911 has one, although i think his is burned out


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    04-25-2008 01:16 PM #17
    They finally get direct injection.

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    04-25-2008 01:18 PM #18
    The power and torque bumps are impressive for a mid-model refresh like that.

    It's GREAT to see them finally bringing PDK to market. (Though it will be interesting to see how it's programmed compared to DSG.)

    I am very glad that they're going to bring back the red light strip for the C4 models - that was much missed.

    But the thing that really staggers me?

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    Standard xenon headlights on the base models!!!11!one1! Jesus, Porsche, welcome to the party - it took you long enough!

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    04-25-2008 01:32 PM #19
    I wonder how a 911 turbo or GT3 with PDK would fare against the GT-R in a rematch?

  20. 04-25-2008 01:53 PM #20
    as with all previous 911s, I'm sure all the small tweaks will add up to make a big difference looking forward to seeing the new styling accents

  21. 04-25-2008 02:04 PM #21
    Quote, originally posted by SilverSLC »
    The power and torque bumps are impressive for a mid-model refresh like that.

    It's GREAT to see them finally bringing PDK to market. (Though it will be interesting to see how it's programmed compared to DSG.)

    I am very glad that they're going to bring back the red light strip for the C4 models - that was much missed.

    But the thing that really staggers me?

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    Standard xenon headlights on the base models!!!11!one1! Jesus, Porsche, welcome to the party - it took you long enough!

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    I thought that they were always standard (at least for the 997 generation).


  22. 04-25-2008 02:09 PM #22
    Mmmmm, a 997 Carrera stripper in Cobalt blue would be sick! With a standard 345hp, you're just 10 shy of what the old S was!

    And that 7 speed sounds sick.

    LSD appears to be only for AWD models?

    Great upgrades! Bog standard Carrera sounds like a hell of a package right out of the box.


  23. 04-25-2008 02:24 PM #23
    I'm lost, PDK?

    Oh, and the engine is in the wrong spot


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    04-25-2008 02:36 PM #24
    Quote, originally posted by abawp »
    I'm lost, PDK?

    PDK


  25. 04-25-2008 02:39 PM #25
    Oh, ok, so porsche's version of "DSG" then. Funny how when Porsche does it, its the next best thing, yet when VW does it, its "just an automatic"

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    04-25-2008 02:42 PM #26
    Quote, originally posted by abawp »
    Oh, ok, so porsche's version of "DSG" then. Funny how when Porsche does it, its the next best thing, yet when VW does it, its "just an automatic"

    Porsche invented PDK in the 80s.


  27. 04-25-2008 03:01 PM #27
    Indeed a fine update for the 997. I've always liked 911s, but now with DI, iPod, BT, vented seats and PDK I finally really want one. Now, Peru Red or Mexico Blue?

    I only wish I could get a Targa without AWD. There's always something isn't there?


    Modified by DasRaven at 12:08 PM 4-25-2008


  28. 04-25-2008 03:08 PM #28
    Quote, originally posted by Preppy »

    Porsche invented PDK in the 80s.

    Which further emphasizes my point. Its all in jest either way


  29. 04-25-2008 03:11 PM #29
    There's a whole flock of spyshots here:

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    04-25-2008 03:16 PM #30
    Quote, originally posted by DasRaven »

    I only wish I could get a Targa without AWD. There's always something isn't there?


    Modified by DasRaven at 12:08 PM 4-25-2008

    Ya like how about a 4 body with RWD (not a GT3 RS)?

    I miss the 993 C2S.


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    04-25-2008 03:30 PM #31
    Quote, originally posted by Rob »

    LSD appears to be only for AWD models?

    If I'm reading it correctly, the LSD was already on 4WD models, now it is available for the first time on 2WD models.


  32. 04-25-2008 03:40 PM #32
    LSD!!!!!!!

  33. 04-25-2008 03:50 PM #33
    345 standard...385hp for S models

    DANG!


  34. 04-25-2008 05:38 PM #34
    Quote, originally posted by tampaSi »

    If I'm reading it correctly, the LSD was already on 4WD models, now it is available for the first time on 2WD models.

    It looks like it is standard on 4wd models and an option(accompanied by PASM) on 2wd cars.

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