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.996 C4S, for reference:
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Modified by matches at 9:15 AM 4-25-2008
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Oh wow, I am excited!http://forums.rennlist.com/ren...26085
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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.996 C4S, for reference:
Modified by matches at 9:15 AM 4-25-2008
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bump
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Id hit it!(in a good way)
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Good stuff. Big power bumps for '09!
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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.
993 C4S
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Can't wait to see what the lightstrip looks like in person!
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About time porsche introced PDK to replace the standard automatic... heck they invented it what, like 20 years ago?
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Quote, originally posted by greychinchilla » Porsche rules, plain and simple. 
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Upshift light? LOL.
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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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I totally missed the PDK thing (didn't realize what it meant). More awesome
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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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They finally get direct injection.
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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 wonder how a 911 turbo or GT3 with PDK would fare against the GT-R in a rematch?
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as with all previous 911s, I'm sure all the small tweaks will add up to make a big difference
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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!
-Tim
I thought that they were always standard (at least for the 997 generation).
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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.
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Quote, originally posted by abawp » I'm lost, PDK?
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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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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.
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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
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Quote, originally posted by Preppy » Porsche invented PDK in the 80s.
Which further emphasizes my point. Its all in jest either way
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There's a whole flock of spyshots here:http://www.leftlanenews.com/po....html
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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 4-25-2008Ya like how about a 4 body with RWD (not a GT3 RS)?
I miss the 993 C2S.
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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.
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LSD!!!!!!!
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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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