Here's Why the Best Porsche 911 is the Hated "996" Model
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Most Porsche "purists" hate the 996 model Porsche 911. But they're wrong -- it's actually the very best Porsche 911 -- and here's why.
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Let them stay wrong so these bad boys stay affordable
For a while they will. I must hurry.. my only obstacle is priorities. I shud be buying a Freightliner tractor first.
LOL TRUE...
HATED: LOWER PRICES
impossible all Porsche models go up in price. Save for maybe the boxster, especially the early 2000s model which can be swapped to have the 911 engine. Whoops just drove the prices up again.
Nuff said.
Thinking it’s called thinking Zack Ross
This video single handedly drove 996 prices up
Christopher Carrara my thought :)
I'm actually happy it has such a bad reputation because it caused this model to be way more affordable than every other model...my favorite is the 993 but the 996 is not far behind and most definetly the one I'll own one day
Yeah and they can still stick it..!
As an owner of a 996 turbo, I'm not mad at all! 😁
Porsche racketeering
I hated the headlights when it first came out but now I actually like it because it’s unique and different than any other 911. And I actually like how it looks now.
I call the porsches that hqd these headlights,sally porsches,since i think the cars movie is the only place where these unique headlights worked.
Yes, unlike the Bangle-era of BMW which STILL looks hideous lol
i dont like it because it looks like the caymen
@@christophercolumbus8944 so u don’t like it because it looks like the car that’s better balanced
@@alexxxxxxxxxx8850 i don't like the looks because it is like the boxter ?? doesnt it?
I completely agree with this. I always thought the 996 was gorgeous
I dont mind the front but an LED kit for the taillights would make it look epic
I was like porshe is a porshe and now I think this is the best car
You had to gay it up by saying gorgeous
@@pre-d Aftermarket LED lights on your Porsche? No.
@@PhotoLabMP Yeah i was a weirdo lol. Just saw this
Doug is the kind of guy to give a dougscore to the police car that pulled him up on the highway
If I was the cop, I'd ask him to review while being arrested. lmfao
ok fine, this one is a bit funny. Most of these jokes aren't.
Doug is a type of a guy who shakes hand with police officer before and after getting a speeding ticket
lmao, good one 😂
You've had 10 Million views in a month. For the love of god get a good in car mic.
Travis Lawson Drives expensive cars but has a horrible mic 😂
I think he already replaces his mic
Flamed65 stereotype much?
Flamed65: Wrong.
He is a disgrace to his family if his expenses aren't negative 😆👌
funny you counted his views. AND.. I did notice the crackle. I assumed it was the Poh-Pohs suspension. lol (what we call a 996)
This video helped in my decision to buy a 996. Within my budget it was the outstanding sports car value. 5 years later I'm still impressed, it's a great car that has given me no strife at all. Mine is a basic C2 manual. Thanks Doug.
How has the 996 held up? Any major maintenance?
@@ardbeg9143 No major maintenance at all. I'm about to replace the headlight switch (~$150 from Pelican for an OEM, ~ 1 hour to fit) and apart from oil changes that's all it's needed. I am looking for a trustworthy mechanic to change the brake fluid soon as I now live in the country and the nearest Porsche specialist is in the next state. I'm still impressed with this car, it has a few minor flaws but overall it's been a gem.
@@tonylane8873 hi! Did you change the IMS or other failure prone parts? And how many miles you did since purchase?
how much ? $30?k
@@iridium3rk When I bought the car it had just had a major mechanical refresh, clutch, flywheel, air-oil separator, IMS and a few other things. I did a suspension rebuild day 1 which it didn't urgently need. 35,000 km later I have replaced the front lower control arms (one sloppy ball joint but I thought a pair was better) and service items only. Still love it.
Damn, I personally love the front headlights of this model.
Me too! I even prefer the non facelifted (fryed egg) ones!
That what makes it shine among the 911
I wish there's a column I can read to learn more about this Porsche...
If only, that would really make my life complete
LA of LA I wish there was a column called autotrader.com/oversteer to know more about this porsche
steerauto.com/overtrader
LA of LA This american porsche is horrible!
LA of LA I wish your joke were original..
Breaking News! The 996 Model of the Porsche 911 just skyrocketed in price!
Andrew Mackoul you can find a 1999 996 for whatever 15k but a 2003 996 4s looks like another car 25k to 33k I was shopping for one
Andrew Mackoul I bought 996tt for 25k
Andrew Mackoul
Ummm, no it didn't...
What's going to happen when (if?) German made cars get a tariff and new 911 prices jump another 20% or so?
Andrew Mackoul just in autotrader.com
I've owned a 2001 Carrera for six years now, and it's been incredibly reliable. So much so, that I've described it to friends as a "pissed-off Honda"! I've taken it to track days, reached its top speed at the Bonneville Salt Flats, and fit groceries in its front trunk. It's such a wonderful car to own. And - I personally love the headlights; I think they look great.
Seriously ? I was told by a mechanic friend that unless I have $2m in my account to avoid Boxter or 911 by any means. I own 3 x BMWs - 1994 525i , 02 530i and 06 330i last 2 being manual but none of them are my daily driver and first 2 are only seeing summer use -
@@radu197666 It all depends on how well or bad a car has been maintained. If its previous owners totally neglected it, of course there will be problems. However, if well taken care of, they last forever.
I have a 03’ 986 Boxster S that has the same headlights and same interior (minus the back seat and glove compartment) I bought it because im on way more of a budget but i cannot think of a 20 year old car that has aged better than the 986 and 996.
@@doctoremil2678 Yes this is normal. You can buy a lemon Accord or Camry and excellent shape needing nothing old BMW or Mercedes. Difference is made in long run .... how much each car will cost will regular maintenance . I know that the Porsche parts are more or much more expensive than AUDI / BMW / MB ones .
Ok, you convinced me. Picked one up today.
Nice work! I love my 2003 c4s
How’s it going with the car
@@ewok4951 The car is everything I want in a traditional sports car. More fun to drive than newer 911s and Caymans as it is a driver's car. IMO Better, more behaved and safer than the aircooled models. Sometimes I just sit in it to think and collect my thoughts. Been a while since I felt that way about a car. the 996-911 is a buy. There is nothing to fear if it has been cared for.
Its also the most recognizable porsche to non-car people
They all look the same LOL porsche is most recognizable brand to anyone.
@@championx1 VERY true
@@championx1 just like BMW headlights or Benz stand-up-logo on top of the hood
Probably because of sally from cars
I think you’re mistaking it for the Cayenne
(Which unfortunately, non-car people recognize immediately)
9:30 with the automatic subtitles : "That's a great book Mein Kampf"
Go home RUclips you're drunk
Why would the automatic subtitles combine 'Mein Kampf' with That's a great book 😂😂
also, "...an identical Armand Assante column" :D
and then "an identical Armand Assante column" :D
It is a great book, I recommend it.
HAHA, it‘s been a Long Time since i had to laugh so hard :D greetings from good ol‘ germany 🇩🇪
I always loved the headlights, but thats just me
Oh how wrong you are :D
Timba R'dam Yes, the headlights are gorgeous. I personally love it!
I thought I was alone
Super-nice.but I prefer the ultra rare flip-up head lights 911 turbo produced in the 80s.
Me too, it's beautiful!
I was one of the first owners of a 996 4s in Germany and I still love the design of it...I'm pretty sure, in a few years, it will have the same price increase as the 993's or any other 911, because EVERY 911 is just a great car...
Hey should I get a gt3 or turbo or 4 or Nissan gtr for daily driving
There is one problem with that: roughly 10 times more 996s were sold, when compared to the 993 sales numbers (not quite, but for illustrating it is ok to round up). Add that and that the 993 is the last air-cooled 911 and that it's been going up in value for 15-20 years now (basically since the launch of the 996). My agency works for Porsche and I worked on the 996 launch, I remember all the purists crying and bitching like it was yesterday, especially about the headlights (honestly, who cares?). We had a 996 targa at the agency for some time and I loved that car to pieces, would purchase one today if I was in the market for a combustion engine.
Something I read in an article online said the IMS issue usually affects the cars that people baby vs the ones driven hard at least occasionally. Also the article said the car will make a undesirable sound as soon as it's started of the IMS is fixing to go out. If it's not fixed before it breaks then the entire engine will have to be disassembled!
cool! yeah I think they will increase as the pool of available cars reduces and new cars become less appealing. the flat 6 sound is glorious.
This car is the first Porsche ive ever seen and the reason why I started loving the brand.
FrankyBoy115 you might also like:
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Same
Same
Dassas
The `99 Taurus roast was hilarious XD
Matas Maserati It had to be said. Ford's "everything is ovals" era of design has aged like 20 year old milk.
Jesse Kagarise It was also a shit idea too because they integrated the climate controls and head unit into one assembly which meant getting an aftermarket radio was a real pain in the ass.
I dreaded every time I had to install a radio in a stock Taurus. I already knew the owner was going to have a fit about the $200 in parts plus the double installation charge. This was back when Circuit City was still in business.
SuperN0va Oh man. That was back when everyone and their mother drove a 3rd gen Taurus too.
KentB27 hell yeah, so we got about 2-3 every week for a while. Almost as bad were Cavaliers of that era. Entire top of dash had to come off in one large piece to get the radio out, and there was a sharp metal tab that we had to make sure didn't puncture this paper warning cover over the passenger side airbag. What are your thoughts on the 996 headlights? I plan on getting one and I am curious if I'll be hated and shunned by Porsche clubs and at hangout spots.
"This is the best looking 911...from, a certain point of view" -Obi-Wan Kenobi
But you said the 997 killed my father with it's perfect look.
Who?
It’s over Anakin
I have the Bumper to Bumper warranty
I've had several Porsche cars through my life. The first was the only new one I owned, a 1973 914 2.0. Great little car and after two years I jumped up to a 1974 911S also an amazing car. My last Porsche was a 2001 996 C4. I had that car for 5 years before sold it b'cuz I was retiring and moving out of the country. My 996 was amazing and I loved every mile I put on it.
Am I the only one who likes the shape of the headlights on the 996?
M67v I think it fits the front of the car. Looks good lol
No I like them too. 996 are beautiful porsches
I like them better than its boring tail lights.
the first gen ones with the orange indicator lights don't look great, but the facelifts looks really sharp
Yes.
Notice the liscense plate says IMS
....and RMS = rear main seal. I laughed so hard at that. What a joke.
Carspotting Ontario LOL
Mike C
Yeah,for maybe 2% of all cars
bearing failure!
Mike C Hombre, that seems to be a vanity plate. I think that's the point.
Had the 996 C4S. Was very reliable and fun. Second favorite car of all time. 1st goes to Acura NSX. What I loved about it was how simple it was. Basically an engine and a beard box... four tires. Not all the electronics. Just better make sure your IMS is done. Vision is really great too. So easy to see.
I was a 996 hater; now when I see her on the street I stop to look at her and I realize that she has an incredible charm
I couldn't agree more. I just bought a 996 is February. Not a C4S, just a Carrera, but not only is it the best looking 996 I've ever seen, it's incredibly well optioned, perfect condition, rare color, and only cost $20k. What other 911 are you going to get for that price?? I couldn't be happier.
The headlights are so futuristics to his model, i think. And his
rear 3/4 view, i, personally, no words.. Thanks for sharing this car.
The headlights on this generation look better than on any other 911, and in fact better than on almost any car
Ok Doug, you offended me when u didn’t like the 911sc wheel 😪
I own a 2004 C4S, before buying it I test drive a 1997 Targa and a 997.1 CS.. I am so happy I went this way.. many supercars have integrated headlights.. nothing wrong with that... the cars are sweet, handsome and beautiful.. and the true heirs to the 993 legacy.. 997 up.. is just another car, fine and nice but it's different..
Christian Andrés Lobo the headlights are HORRIBLE on the OLD ones the NEW ones look WAY better
They're Boxster headlights (identical part numbers).
I owned and drove that very model/year (996 C4S) for five years in Singapore and I absolutely LOVED it! I love the fried egg headlights because they ARE different and quirky. I had a blast ripping through traffic in this thing and it always performed like the 911 you expect. It's a superb car - 100% truth.
I'm in my '60 and a Porsche 911 is (and has been since I was 10) on my bucket list. While I have always winced a bit about the 996 headlights, this video has me thinking maybe I'm being a bit shallow and has me pretty fired up. I could do this and not break the bank after all. And the headlights are looking better.... Thanks for the review, Doug!
You just drove the prices of 996s up and out of my range. Thanks.
Perhaps, but were you really going to spend new car money on a 15 year old used vehicle?
Perhaps. As the kids are almost out of college, this becomes a potential purchase to satisfy the urge to own a Porsche at least once in my life. Considering how much these and other Porsches cost brand new, this will likely be the only way to do it. $100K is not in my future, but $30K might be!
There's always the 914, 924, 928, 944, and 968.
Bavarian Banshee yes. But there is only one Porsche to own for many of us. And that is the 911.
I have had an insight into those and found that many suffer from engine problems which are no easy fixes, quickly drove me away from remotely considering purchase
I know if you can buy you should afford upkeep, but not to that extent
Got one.... Btw the fried egg lights came off the GT 1 Le Mans race car.... That's not so bad fellas
Steven Buick nah still ugly
beautiful
Axel Davis A bog stocko 996 looks goofy as f$%k. Just the stock ride height makes them shit but the GT3 looks badass.
That's because the GT1 is based off the 996....
So let me get this straight, the difference between goofy as f$%k and badass is about 2 centimeters. That's about this long _______________
996 4S is a work of art.
I got my 996 2001 porsche 911 carrera 4 awd convertible for $10k lol
I had the exact same car. Bought it in 2003 with 13,500 miles on it and I paid $54,000. Sticker on it was $98,000.....
My condolences.
MotorHead Tech I just bought a 2004 996 with 60k miles for 15k
must have been wrecked
I smell Tiptronic though....right?
For what it's worth, I love the way the 996 looks. The headlights don't bother me at all and the interior looks pretty appealing to me.
Its growing on me. Gives a sense of speed, sitting still. Like its going so fast that the headlights are flattening out.
Danny's Garage I actually really like the facelifted headlights on the 996 like this one has.
Danny's Garage dare I say that I LIKE the headlights in the pre-face lifted 996's-wow. I just let out one of my all-time secrets
+Joe Al lol, you're hilarious :/
Hahah "poor" mans porsche
The 996 was the "New" 911 when I was in high school. A 996 Turbo is still my favorite Porsche. The fact they are hated makes me love them more.
and it's like "So the runny eggs are bad, but the Slantnose is ok?"
i loved the 996 gen from day 1, i was lucky enough 1 kid at my school had a dad with a fully specced 996 turbo in blue with black carbon/leather interior
my 1st experience in a 911 was when i was 15 and sat in the back carbon bucket of this thing while we drove to their house
from memory, the ride was smooth and the driver was hardly using any throttle and we were passing everything, the car was on upgraded rims as well at least 1 inch bigger as well
(guy also had a 1st gen cayenne turbo black/black)
I bought at auction a 1999 Porsche 911, put a lift in my garage, and I am having a great time fixing IMS, RMS bearings and any other problems. I’m 72, retired, a used to race Formula Fords and F2000. I am a member of PCA and will be able to drive on tracks I used to race on. This is a great car, with history, and forums you can get info on. Brings a smile to me anytime I work on it…
I did a ton of research, read two books, and studied the internet for about four months before buying a 2004 911 C2. Your video was one of the BEST I found out there and convinced me to pull the trigger and actually buy a car I've wanted for the last 48 years of my life (I'm 55). Thanks man!!!!
Writes "sorry about the backgroundnoise" instead of buying a new mic lol
People who hated this are the same people who bragged about how outdated and old fashioned the 993 is back on 1995. these 70 years old motel owners are really hard to satisfy.
No, osama, you made the same mistake Doug made. The complaints were not that the 996 was "outdated". The complaints were that Porsche changed the formula. The 993 was the epitome of the original 911 formula, and had all the same lines both inside and out. Hatred of the 996 comes from it being "new-fangled", not because it was "outdated". I am not surprised that non-purist Porsche fans struggle to understand this.
If the hatred came because it was " new-fangled" why then did the 996 out sell the 993 almost 3 to 1? Yes, purists disapproved and immediately objected. But, it sold. I have never heard anyone claim the 996 was outdated during its production run. Yes, obviously it's somewhat outdated by today's standards. You don't hate a car because it's outdated....would you look at a Dino and declare your hatred for it because it is old?.....The 996 shared the front end with the Boxster-strike one, The IMS issues-strike two....idiots on the computer who have no idea what they are talking about-strike three. Today, the car has settled in and established a reputation as a dependable fun to drive car-worth far more than its asking price.
I never said purists were the majority!
I never implied you did.
I Love how Doug is prepared to make a statement - and even call some angles of this 996 C4S as ‘the best looking 911’. This model has always been my dream 911 & I fully agree.
You are right about that rear quarter view 👍 you would think that someone would introduce an affordable solution for the headlight appearance 🤷🏼♂️
Thou could just paint over that one section
It’s a Sally car, from cars
Anderson Bloemers lol
Anderson Bloemers thanos car
Actually, Sally was a Porsche Boxter.
No she wasnt. Check properly ! Shes a 996!
Why did they make her THIS Porsche?
Last time i was this early, Doug still had the BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRENTY
Nick Ito WARRENTY
warranty
BUMBER TO BUMBER TO BUMBER TO BUMBER
HNNNNNGH, I made a supercut of last week's traffic reports so I could hear them say BUMPER TO BUMPER OVER AND OVER AGAAAAIN.
great video! My Gfs dad had one of these when I was young and I loved driving it!! I was thinking about a 997 but now u made me think twice. Great video
Watching this video in 2019. I am glad Doug is still alive.
glad he's alive? were you expecting him to die or something? he's young...
I think this is the most beautiful 911 of all. And I don't hate the front lights. This car is gorgeous and powerful.
I totally agree, I remember stumbling on Autotrader, and saw a black 996, and it was like, they want 25k only, and the thing was in mint condition, I couldn't believe it.
Very happy I took the plunge and purchased a 996 guards red..... beautiful car gets nothing but compliments on the road and a great car to drive!!!!
Great video reinforces my decision to buy a 2002 C2 6-speed. And you know what I like the headlights. They're different. Thanks so much! Plus mine had just had IMS RMS and new clutch put in. All records new tires. No paint work. 81k miles.
4:28-4:32
MATURE CONTENT
LOL I was looking for this
Tony C 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😵
...if you're a 12 year old
I was about to comment the same hahahahahaha
Keep cumingaah keep cumingaah
"Holy Porsche!" -Lightning McQueen (2006)
I watched this video 3 years ago, fast forward I bought one this year under 30k us with 90,000 miles + brand new ims, 4 x brand new Michelin’s the list goes on and it’s MAGIC re watching the video just confirms that Doug knows his stuff!
Counting down the days now to go get my 1st 911 and it's a 2002 Carrera 4S which is 320hp and apparently the best year 996 4S as the 03 and 04 are rated at 315hp.. and like you said in the video, my wife WILL be learning to drive a manual transmission in a 911!!! Fantastic! !
Finally somebody told it. For me it was always somewhat attractive car.
that moment you realize that the license plate says "ims rms"
RSpeed 500 rms has no meaning so it is stupid
RMS stands for rear main seal. Those also die.
I always loved these lights.
This has always been my favorite. Every since the beginning of gone in sixty seconds .remake
lol, the license plate is "IMS RMS"
Lourenco Almada R replace M e S oon
Richard Matthew Stallman
LMAOOOO I saw the plate but didn't come up with that! clever
I don’t get it? Can someone explain?
@@bempartington4299 its says that he should replace his ims bcuz of the ims thing...
The 996 Turbo is my favorite car over all of them.
Not a GT-R
Not a Supra
Not a Corvette.
Since when I was 8. Because I simply fell in love after seeing that silver 911 in the Porsche History video. And every single time I see a 996 Turbo, I simply come back to be a child again, for a minute or two.
Sansman X I’m in love specifically with this generation 911 since I was a kid too, after i played NFS Porsche. And those values, provided by this game have lived in my subconscious all the time till now )) BRO!!!
agreed
This is a great video Doug and I bought a 996 partly because of this video. Thanks for creating all these reviews for us.
One of the better 996 reviews I have seen. Very objective and helped me in my search to what I eventually purchased (a 996 Targa).
I love my 996
Die cast hot wheel that I bought for $1
lol
About 5 years ago, I bought a '99 996 and I just love it. Steering and shifting in the 6 speed are so responsive and precise, it's just huge fun to drive. 60 in 5 flat is fast enough for my taste, and the car is so maneuverable, I love the new counter measure it gives me in dealing with tailgaters. If we come into some curvy roads, I just leave the cruise engaged and steer, watching the knucklehead slowing down because he cannot take the turns at speed. I had the great pleasure of hearing Peter Shutz talk about his first week after being hired as their president. Morale was down, and he asked about their racing team. They were due for the next race in 90 days, but nobody expected to win. He said "As long as I'm president, we will try our best to win every race we go to." This change in course helped energize the entire company and led to design changes trickling down from the racing team into production. He decided to cut the prices on all the unsold cars in their back lot, which hadn't been good for morale (seeing all those unsold cars when you come to work). This car is so well built that 115 mph feels the same as 55. My car had been leased by an orthodontist for her first owner, who told his friend, a software exec when he was ending his lease, who bought her then. She was garage kept and in great shape, with 52,500 miles and I spent $22,000. I couldn't care less about the headlight shape.
Just acquired a 2003 996 C4S with 6 speed manual and this video helped in that decision. I love this 911 and I previously owned a 991.1 C4S with PDK. The 996 is way more fun, sporty, light, nimble and most importantly - engaging as 911’s should be. And after all these years it turned out to be a looker. People notice this beaut commuting in and around the office.
My brother let me drive his 04’, and it was so familiar and easy to drive, it’s like I’d been driving it for years. Super quick, and handled awesome. I hope they stay affordable so I can get one in the next couple years.
8:13 when you average over 600k views per video but you need a new mic.
996 is hated because of the transition from Air Cooled to water (or other way around, I get them mixed up). Same way 991.2 are hated because 3L turbo engine. 996's are superb, great value for money right now, appreciating and pretty rare :)
they sold 175.000 of them.
ironically , the fact that so many more 996 (175,000) were produced than 993 (68,000 from the online search I did) makes the supply soo much bigger for the 996 and hence the demand lower. Take the diamond industry for example, if there were a lot more diamonds available do you think they would command that high of a price? This is basic supply and demand. dirt is soo cheap b/c it's readily availble, unlike gold. BTW they are not making any more 996 or 993 for that matter, and every year there are fewer of the initial produced cars available due to crashes etc. I have looked the prices for 996 c4s in Germany and other european countries and they do seem to be a heck of a lot more expensive to buy same spec car there. It also seems that Europe in general does not care about the IMS.
Diamonds aren't in the least bit rare. De Beers artificially inflated diamond prices starting in the 1940s, and it's become such a strong tradition that they be a precious status symbol, that those prices probably won't fluctuate much...De Beers just pays out hundreds of millions in settlements, and keeps on raking in billions~
Mike C Diamonds are some of the most plentiful jewels around, they literally use diamonds in everything from construction equipment to overpriced rings. Try Tanzanite or Russian Chrome Diopside for rarity.
John Wick, Hakeem Mulholland, Guys I'm talking cars not jewels. I know about the De Beers family and I agree with what you said. I could have picked a better more relatively rare product for comparison. The thing about the De Beers monopoly is that b/c they control most of the supply they are artificially more rare. It's not like I can go into my back yard and pull a diamond from my rear. I think you get my point and it would have worked better if I were to have used Hakeem's examples instead. Thanks
I have this exact car !! love it. I have owned it for 4 years, replaced water pump and thermostat, plugs and coils. Runs great.
I use it a lot in NFSMW, its a fun car, launch control is beast. This is the best 911 in the early 2000's!
In the 2005 MW the 996 is a Turbo, then the Carrera is a 997....
@@cabezadetacho1264 there's a 996 GT2 that is a bonus car in that game too.
@@trievoluzione8868 is a Hidden Car on GT3, only with Codes can unlock
I love the headlights.
Me too
totally agree with you on this one doug, but man are those new gen porsches are purty
K1495 my absolute favorite is the 997.2 c4s
I have a friend in his 60s that had about 40-50 sport cars in his life including super cars like Lambo. His 996 turbo is the one that he owned longer. He still have it altought that now that he is getting older, he start thinking about selling it.
And his black with beige interior really look amazing.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE the 996's especially the HEADLIGHTS!!!! am definitely going to get ONE.!!!!! The best looking Porsche to me.
Do you perhaps have an autotrader where I can read more about this car?
(1) dude, you got the internet and here is link for porsche 996 model porsche 911.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porsche_996
(2) here is example of search results when looking for above information.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Search?search=996+model+Porsche+911&sourceid=Mozilla-search&searchToken=ds73da35n0n679j5a9e93ry6g
(3) then use google.com to search for other websites to look for more info.
(4) finally do autotrader thing... autotrader is a publish magazine thing right?
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Relax nigga It's a joke cuz he says it every vid
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It's still a 911, can't argue with that, gotta love it :D
exactly
I agree, the rear of the 996 looks like one of the best ever on a 911. Never understood the complaints about the styling.
4:38 Man this guy is really really Genius when it comes to car's design and passion, you can compare the new 992 and the 996 4s rear , you can feel its similarity with updated new design.
First Hoovie, now Doug, best day ever
same
SuperLaugh20 dight'
Tavarish also!
And there comes the AMG for $8900!
Seong Hong on the back of a tow truck...
Doug should copyright the tinny microphone sound.
Couldn’t agree more! I got an 02’ C4 convertible with 51k miles for $21k and it’s everything you said in this video. Amazing car and I really enjoy working on it. About to install an oil separator. Fun!
Just picked up a 2002 996 MT C4S, LOVE IT
to be honest, I think the fried egg headlights actually look good
I love the look of pre facelift.
I like them too. I like the entire car. My love for cars came of age during the 996 era, and my dad had one. So for me, it's the classic 911 look.
RubCuber I actually prefer the Turbo S version off the fried egg 911 (996) model
Yeah, they look like the eyes of a poisonous snake threatening to strike!
Gross.
I'm glad someone else thinks this was the best of the 911s. Granted, I'm a Mustang nut for as long as I can remember but this was a beauty. I followed FIA GT racing for many years and a lot of the styling of this car came from the 911 GT1 Evo that ran in that series. Arguably the coolest GT car of the time.
Tom Lester and it won the overall victory at Le Mans! Check this onw out as well:
ruclips.net/video/7Hc1W826NqQ/видео.html
I’m lucky enough to be a 993 owner and this is right at the top of my wish list. Fantastic car, the interior looks great IMO in reds and browns especially. The word is out on how good they are now unfortunately. Thanks Doug!
I LOVE the License plate ! IMS RMS , just perfect !
Noticed that as well.. funny
What about the infamous IMS bearing issue?
I don't get why people hate the headlights of the facelift 996. THEY'RE ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!
Well Im sorry but if you cannot see it for yourself there is no point in anyone explaining it. Pure ugly!
Thomas Headley They aren't. The PRE facelift 996 (so the 996.1) headlights were shared with the first Boxter. Porsche recieved complaints and gave every model (Carrera to Turbo) the headlights that had been on the Turbo since the beginning (these headlights) while the Boxter's stayed the same
Looks so ugly I'm putting tobasco in my eyes
Gabe-fartpoop peepants no its not a good idea cos it'll hurt😂
They still look ugly no matter how much anyone sugar coat them with compliments. In automotive value, designs > function. Look at the Countach for example.
Well done, Doug. You've hit the nail on the head again. I own a 996 Turbo that will ultimately triple in price in the next 10 years. A true engineering gem.
How’s it doin so far? My dad has a ‘04 911 Turbo. Best car ever
Really enjoyed this review. I love the 996, it's my favourite 911 (and Porsche) probably because I'm a 90s kid.
I never understood the fried egg headlights, I think they look cool.
The 996 would make it in my dream garage for sure.
Just detailed and drove a Speed Yellow 996 911 today and it was fantastic. Love this car
I loved this car in need for speed Porsche unleashed
Ohmyfuggengod same
same im not a Porsche enthusiast but I like this car its a very good sports car
Same
That game is the main reason I'm a Porsche fan
I get what you’re saying but sadly the C4S was not in Porsche Unleashed.
ME TOO!
The 996 is by far the best one if you want to make a shit ton of power and go fast. By far the strongest engine out of them all. The performance aftermarket for them is huge now, and they can be picked up for fairly cheap.
This is the top for anyone who comes from Vw's. It usually goes VW, Audi, Porsche. And if you follow that trend. This is the one you get.
suzuki400boi
... or ... just install a Corvette motor, it's lighter, more powerful and cheaper. woohoo
and ugly as fuck like all other 911 shit
Michael Johnson
It's definitely got that going for it as well.
And please let us know what you think is a good looking car.
I always liked the way the turbo looked in red and this car with those wheels and those rear fenders does look really nice. As for the headlights, they look like they have tear ducts and that’s okay. But the 993 dashboard is much nicer than this cars. The way they upgraded it from the previous cars dash was brilliant IMO. The SC steering wheel is the nicest of the three. 😊
Maybe I'm just crazy, but I actually love this headlight design, especially with the orange blinker. I think it looks *better* than the simple oval. Not a 911, but a 2000 Porsche Boxster, I think is one of the best looking cars.
"The Ford GT interior is beautiful"
"The NSX sharing parts with the Honda fit is cool"
"The 996 is better than the 993"
Doug, you're heading down a dangerous path of unfettered contrarianism.
"Its like a modern like Civic or something. Its so cool!"
it's a path I cannot follow
I think he's jumped the shark.
oh yeah, so dangerous...
There's no harm in making money on youtube talking about beautiful quirks in car because fanboy "purists" hate them.
Its a RUclips channel for entertainment. Dangerous? LOL
Thank you for the informative video. I learned a lot leading to my purchase of a 2002 C4s. I wanted a Porsche for years and when one became available I decided that at age 73 I should not wait any longer.
Awesome brother, its a great car.
Hi Jim, any issues with yours?
Mike H. Nothing major. I bought it with 77,000 plus miles but just after the installation of a rebuilt motor. Love the car. Essentially a daily driver for me other than in the winter. The previous owner used it as a daily driver year round.
On target! Always regretted selling my '85 911 for some still unfathomable reason because I felt I needed something to carry "stuff"...a new Ford Explorer in 1991, a really dumb move. Occasionally grieved over that sale for years. Then by age 70 I knew salvation was needed, ran into a low mileage, good deal '02 911 Cab and concluded it was now or never, while I could still climb in and out of a 911. Six years and happiness still prevails. Don't be afflicted with "woulda, coulda, shoulda"....anyone with the itch should scratch it NOW.
I and my dad picked up one of these off our neighbor and they are amazing
This... Is why I love Doug's reviews!!
I have a (996.2) 2002 Carrera 4S. It is WITHOUT QUESTION the best car I've ever driven in my life! I found the car in the PCA classified ads. It has a 4-page CarFax dealer history with a ceramic IMS bearing job, new power heated memory seats, new Alcantara headliner, new clutch, new radiators and new tires. The car had 151k miles and I got it ALL-IN for $20,000 including shipping across the country and tax-title-registration. It is without question the BEST car I've ever driven in my life!!! I have the original window sticker and it was a $98,000 car when new. I've owned 8 other Porsches since 1982. A 1971 914-1.7, 1978 924, 1969 912, 1984 Carrera, 2000 Boxster Tip, 1981 911sc Euro wide-body Targa, 2004 Boxster S tip and a 2001 Boxster S 6-spd. This 996 Carrera 4S blows them all away with the 4 wheel drive, power beyond belief and gorgeous (killer!) wide turbo body. I still have the 1981 Euro Targa and the 2001 Boxster S, but the 996 4S is my daily driver and I couldn't be happier. PS-it's my favorite color too...Lapis Blue Metallic! Thanks for your video and support of the best sports car bargain available!
Jammin Productions
I envy you, simply for the fact you own and dd a 996! Have a good day now, Bro! :D
WOW one word for you sir, respect!
You didn't press the spoiler button (by your left foot)! Pop up spoilers are almost as cool as pop up headlights. That is just about my favourite part about this car.
Take out the ash tray, CD holder and move the climate control module to the bottom. That opens up a big spot that will fit a new double-DIN android stereo very well. It's awesome because you can load Torque on the stereo then access the ECU in real time on a big screen built into your dash. It's like a budget Tesla.
Just got one! My son got me a 2001 996 for my birthday and I couldn't be happier.
I owned an 85 911 and 01 996. I loved my 996. My favorite thing was the interior, it was sporty and simple. I was looking at a 997, but the interiors have become too plush. I was always a little worried about the IMS, until I had a rear main seal replaced and found out the IMS update was done. To this day I'm not sure why I got rid of it. One of my bone-head mistakes. BTW. the turbos and maybe the Carrera 4, didn't have an IMS issue. They used 964 blocks.
turbos and gt cars were mezger based engines that had a different oil feed system and no IMS, those were based off the race engines of the times sooooo goooood!