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Q: Would it be a sin if I had an automatic transmission put in a Porsche 911?
Or should I just learn how to drive a manual?
So I went on a tour of the Porsche factory in Stuttgart, Germany and every single Porsche is custom made. They don’t just produce cars that don’t have owners and ship them to dealers for people to look at, orders come in and the cars are made specifically to someone in the world who ordered it. So when I do get my Porsche it will be made exactly how I want it. That’s why I ask about getting automatic put in.
I have the option of getting whatever transmission I want. They make them specifically for the person who buys the car. I’d be living in Germany when I get the Porsche, so I have the autobahn to take into consideration. Wheeeee! I ask because besides being ‘fun’ are there any other perks to driving a manual as opposed to an automatic?
A: Yes it would be a sin. Better to just buy a automatic in the 911 stock and not mess with putting one in. Stick shift isn’t that hard to learn. May be easier to learn on a car alittle more forgiving. 911’s are known for there stiff clutches.
Q: how much does a 1970 porsche 911 targa worth?
No engine, actually it might have one its a work in progress, black color straight body, its in exelent conditon exept the engine is gone, how much do you think you can get for it?
A: i would say $ 2500 or so depending on the rest of the shape, I have bought them up wards of 7 grand for a good runner. you will spend a little putting that one together, if electronics are gone . Is transaxle still there ? I have spent 2-3 grand for good 915 and 5 grand for a 930 transaxle. just a tip what parts cost !
Q: How long do Porsche 911’s last?
How long do Porsches normally last?
I am currently in the market for a 99 or a 00 Porsche 911, and I was just wondering how long the steptronic automatic transmission lasts, as well as the engine, or other parts before things start to die. The cars I have been looking at range from having mileages of 88k-102k miles. And which one would you rather have a cabriolet one, or the coupe?
A: 1999 was the first year of the water-cooled 911 engine. I personally don’t believe in buying the first year of any major revision. The miles are high. Yes, 911s are very strong, IF they’ve been maintained properly and not beat to death by some idiot or succession of idiots.
If you’ve got full documentation on maintenance, consider the 2000. Other questions to get answered before you buy: How many owners? Have there been changes made to the car (Many after-market exhaust systems, intake systems, etc. are inferior to the original parts.)? And, of course, has the car been wrecked?
Many if not most Porsche owners don’t run these vehicles as daily drivers. This high mileage on 1999 — 2000 cars is actually exceptional, not exceptional good but exceptional bad.
Q: What brands of synthetic motor oil are good for 2001 Porsche 911?
A: Mobil 1 is still the official choice from Porsche… however in the last couple years, formula changes make it less than ideal. But it is at least still a solid choice (the changes would mean less protection the longer that it is used, so if used, a shorter and lighter duty cycle would be recommended).
The two best choices out there at the moment would be either Royal Purple or Redline. One or the other is most likely stocked by most independent Porsche shops (dealers will have Mobil 1). Most other commercial brands will be similar to Mobil 1 and will be ok, though far less than either the Royal Purple or Redline.
Q: How much does a 7 year old Porsche 911 cost in repairs and servicing per year?
Its got 40000 miles. Carrera 2 Convertible
A: Repairs are impossible to predict, but normal maintenance and replacement of expendables like tires and brakes should average out around $200 a month I’d guess over the course of a few years. Some years less, some years more. Depends how you drive and how good your repair shop is. At a minimum you have to bring it in spring and fall for major services, so figure $1,800 for that per year…then add brakes, tires, etc.
Q: How can i change the digital display from kilometers to mph on a 1999 porsche 911?
A: it should say in your owner’s manual if not then you will have to go to an dealer and ask how to change it
Q: I need all the information I can get on the 2008 porsche 911 turbo?
I need all the general information I can get, please.
A: While c420’s answer is good, be sure to check out
http://www.porsche.com
Nobody knows specifications for a car better than the people that made it. I have found factual errors on Wickipedia (big surprise) and in Road & Track articles. Read them all.
Added:
Neil has a good idea. Here are my favorite numbers on the car. 0 mph to 100 mph to 0 mph in 12 seconds (I was reading about a “new” U.S. muscle cars boasting its 0 to 100 to 0 time of 18 seconds the other day … pffft).
Distance to stop from 62 mph (100 kph): 98 feet … yes, just 98 feet. Most cars do well to stop from 60 in 120 feet, or more.
Q: Hi, does anyone know how many miles per gallon a 1973 Porsche 911 Targa?
Hey, does anyone know how many miles per gallon a 1973 Porsche 911 Targa would get in the city and on the highway? Because I’m 15 and my Porsche that IVE WORKED FOR is sittin in the garage, waiting to be driven. Any other details about the Porsche would be great, and it would help me a lot. Thanks
A: You don’t mention which model 911 – in 1973 all 911 cars were outfitted with the 2.4L flat 6, but the cams were quite different from the 911T, 911E, and 911S; additionally, the 911T had carbs while the 911E and S models used mechanical fuel injection. The compression ratio also increased as you moved up from the 911T to the 911S.
When new, the 911T would be good for ~25mpg (26mpg was the published figure, which was likely for highway use, with ~20 probably a good estimate for city driving), the 911E ~22mpg, and the 911 ~20mpg.
However that doesn’t account for either how the car is driven, or the current condition. For the later, if the carbs or MFI hasn’t been adjusted and the engine is in need of being tuned up and other minor work, the fuel ecomony could be much much worse.
And with the former, even if it’s in ideal tune, this can have a major impact (to compare, I can regularly get 30mpg in an older 911 on a long trip, but run between 6-8mpg on the track in the same car).
Q: how come everytime i see a porsche 911 on the road, it’s driven by an old guy going slow?
how come everytime i see a porsche 911 on the road, it’s driven by an old guy going slow?
A: Because all the young guys are working FOR HIM, and are driving Honda’s because they got big student loans.
Q: Porsche 911?
I lust after an early 90s Porsche 911, full stop- jet black, targa top turbo with the tea-tray spoiler and all the trimmings.
Finally, after 20 years of dreaming I can finally afford one- morally, though, do you think I should get one?
Yes, it is my dream car and yes, I’ve wanted one for 20 years and yes, after all this time I’ve finally saved up enuogh to buy one.
But I really started wanted one before I learned about fuel consumption and the oil crisis, and I honestly don’t think I could run one with a clear conscience knowing that I’m burning up so much petrol every time I take a cruise down to the coast.
What do you think?
Serious answers only please!
A: Hi,your a honest person i think you have made your mind up
unless you want someone to ease your conscience
Q: Porsche 911…..?
I have a soft top merc at the minute and am changing it this year…………I would like another one but my hubby says we should get a porsche.what should I do??
The one thing i cannot stand is jealousy.I am being truthfully honest- i do have a merc and can afford a porsche but wondered on others opinions. If you dont believe someone on Y.A can have these luxuries then I you get on your bike
Going for a test drive this week Cheers!
A: What kind of Merc do you have CLK 55,63,500,? I currently have a Porsche and love it. I have had a Boxster and a Carrera S
and now i have a 2008 911 Turbo. I would go with a 911 if its in your price range and if not the Boxster S although the SL65 is very nice.
Good Luck
(And for all you people that are going to say that I cant afford a Porsche 911 Turbo yes I can and i do thats the joy of being a Bachelor. )
Q: Porsche 911?
Best car for under 100,000? (GBP)
A: Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
a dream come true.
if your on a budget get a Boxster
Q: Are all porsche 911 models super coupes?
There are different models of the porsche 911. Are all of these models super coupes or just a select few?
A: I guess you could say all of the models now are “super coupes.
Porsche just came out with redesigns of the Carrera, Cabriolet, and Targa models. They now have direct-injection. Actually the cheaper 911s, the 911 Carrera S is only 5mph slower than the Turbo, but is $42,000 cheaper. How is this so? As I said, the new 911s have direct injection; they haven’t changed the Turbo yet.
Note: The Turbo accelerates to 60 1.1 seconds faster than the Carrera S.
Q: will a porsche 911 or boxster engine fit into a 944?
i have a 944 with a blown engine and i want something with a little more power. I want to see if a boxster or 911 engine will fit into it or even gm’s ls series motors can you help?
A: NO absolutely NO, boxster & 911 engines were both developed for mid engine – rear engine installation (in terms of mounting brackets – connections & linkages) and deigned for transaxle set ups (vs conventional transmission as in your 944).
as for GM you will have engine mount/fabrication issues in addition transmission issues in addition to clearance for the struts, and wiring harness – re wiring issues….this would NOT be a logical build.
i think your options are….rebuild your 944 (& do engine upgrade) or better yet swap into a 968 engine or a 944 turbo.
these 2 engine swaps are most effective for you – in terms of power adders/cost effective.
i think your transmission mates to the 968 without a problem.
best bet for you is to dial into porsche owners forums at
http://forums.rennlist.com/
register and then ck out the forum for 924/944/968 owners….there are likely 944 guys that have done the very swap you are looking for.
regards
Q: Is a Porsche 911 turbo the best 6 cylinder car in the world?
I’m wondering if this is the best 6 cylinder car in the world or any other car that can compette( not including the gt2 or gt3
A: It depends on your definition of “best,” of course. A flat six Subaru Outback will out climb it on rutted roads, for example. For on-road driving ease and lightning fast track performance, THE ANSWER IS “YES.” The latest and greatest twin turbocharged flat six from Porsche is the 2011 911 Turbo S. This car has all wheel drive, delivers 530 HP and over 500 lb-ft of torque, and makes 0 to 60 mph in just 2.6 seconds, according to Road and Track (http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/car/2011-porsche-911-turbo-s-to-the-power-of-12 ).
That ties it with the $1.5M 16-cylinder Bugatti Veyron as the fastest car in the world, 0 to 60 mph. Motor Trend (October, 2010) however, timed the car at 2.7 seconds to 60 mph, making it only the second fastest car they ever tested – behind the Veyron. Porsche, always under-promising and over-delivering, says the Turbo S takes 3.1 seconds to get to 60 mph. For comparison, the new 638 HP Corvette ZR1 takes 3.5 seconds (Road and Track) or 3.4 seconds according to Chevrolet.
That really isn’t bad for the Corvette, which only costs $111,000 compared to the Porsche’s $160,700. Of course, the Corvette needs eight cylinders to only get close to the Turbo S.
Porsche is not usually famed for its engines’ in-line acceleration, but is famed for its cars’ amazing cornering (flat engine / low center of gravity) and superior brakes. The PCCB (Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes) on the Turbo S haul the car down from 60 mph to 0 in less than 100 feet. This video-game style performance is on a car that weighs over 3,400 pounds.
The Porsche 911 GT3 and GT3RS are NOT turbocharged cars (nowhere near the torque of the Turbo). The GT2RS does have twin turbochargers but is not all wheel drive and uses Porsche’s 3.6 litre engine rather than the 911 Turbo’s newer 3.8. With a consummate driver, the 620 HP GT2RS can beat the 911 Turbo on a road course but still can’t match its straight-line acceleration .
ADDED:
Here is the list of the fastest Nuerburgring lap times for both production and race cars. (http://www.supercars.net/PitLane?fID=0&gID=3&tID=10073&viewThread=y ) Both the Porsche GT2RS and the Corvette ZR1 beat the Nissan GTR. The 3,800+ pound, 485 HP GTR is a good “bang for the buck” car at $84,000.
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