2007 Porsche 911 Consumer Reviews Page 3

All-Singing, All-Dancing, All-Conquering

Written by: Karl H on 05/13/2007

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 GT3 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is a stupendous car! I've been a Porsche aficionado for 25 years. This is my 5th Porsche, and I never imagined it could be this good. It goes, stops and (mostly) handles at a level that is beyond my experience. It is very user-friendly, and a complete pussycat to learn, unlike the hair-shirt 996 GT3s. It is a fundamentally understeering car, which is the key to its benign nature. Alas, the understeer is too much of a good thing. It needs more adjustability so the push can be overcome by knowledgable owners. That said, it was sooo satisfying to put away a Viper, a Corvette Z06, all BMWs, all other Porsches and most everything else I encountered at Watkins Glen last weekend!

Favorite Features

Power is just phenomenal! Brakes are excellent.

Suggested Improvements

Please, leave room to dial out the understeer with sway bar adjustment (rear, as delivered, comes set to full hard, front set to one notch below full soft, and it STILL pushes WAAY too much)! And PLEASE, put seats in the car that will accommodate 6-point harnesses!

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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The only super car you can use every day

Written by: Dan on 05/09/2007

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

This car is a leap foward for anyone wanting the performance of a Ferrari/Lamborghini but the practicality of a usable car for every day driving on U.S. roads. There is quite simply no other car that can compare for use on normal road conditions. I did bump the HP & TQ to 600 but it isn't necessary, as this car can deliver everything you could ever desire right off the show room floor.

Favorite Features

Tiptronic, AWD, overboost, ceramic brakes, Bose audio.

Suggested Improvements

Not on your life.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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This car is awesome

Written by: KEF on 03/26/2007

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is my first 911. I had always been a fan of American iron but decided to take a look at the Carrera. I took one for a test drive and was hooked. Took it on vacation recently and averaged 25 mpg @ 80 mph. The break-in period is 2k miles and the car has to be driven lightly (under 4K RPM). You'll find yourself parking it at the back of the parking lot to keep poeple from denting the doors. We got one transferred from a different dealer that had Xenon, Bose, heated seats, and a few small options. I would say if you can afford one and are looking for the perfect combination of power, comfort and luxury, this definitely is the car for you. If I had to do it again, I'd get the tiptronic also.

Favorite Features

Acceleration, styling, braking, cornering, fuel economy (in that order).

Suggested Improvements

In dash 6-disc CD player.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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A Car to Drive to the Track

Written by: Travis on 02/05/2007

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 GT3 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Though the design is merely an aerodynamically improved version of the standard 911 with a "flying taco" rear wing and a chin spoiler that is difficult to navigate over many dips, the 997 GT3 is the most fun car I have ever had the pleasure of driving. The car handles as if it were an rails with a ride to match. The suspension is stiff and communicative while the shifter is exact and positive. The straight line performance is on par with the likes of the 1999-2004 Ferrari 360 Modena, while its handling is that of a well tested and balanced race car. One warning: the car is low and and many find it too rough a ride to drive daily.

Favorite Features

The seating position places the driver within perfect reach of the wheel, shifter and pedals, and the performance is beautiful, especially the handling in sport mode. I personally enjoy the rough ride and feel it is very communicative of road conditions.

Suggested Improvements

The only change I would make to this car is the fact that the street (non- sport) PASM setting for the ride height is still too low, especially with the brake cooling ducts sitting lower than the front spoiler. This street setting should be about 20mm higher while keeping the sport setting the same.

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Pure Adrenaline

Written by: Stefano Vranca on 01/13/2007

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I just got the new Carrera S to replace my 2006 BMW M5. Both cars are phenomenal machines that give you a distinct and completely different driving experience. My 911 is a manual and I cannot tell you how glad I am to drive a stick again. This car is absolutely phenomenal, a stunner, I absolutely recommend it.

Favorite Features

The looks, acceleration, chronograph, good gas mileage, drive feel, and ergonomics

Suggested Improvements

Give it a larger gas tank...I live in LA!

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Porsche Paves the Road...

Written by: kevin turner on 12/28/2006

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This has been the best car that I have ever driven. I have a Range Rover Sport and I thought that was the best, but now this is it. I call them beauty and the beast (the Porsche being beauty and the Sport is the beast).

Favorite Features

The look, the handling...it corners like it is on rails, and of course the looks I get when pulling up to a light or anywhere.

Suggested Improvements

None...the car speaks for itself and it offers that and much much more. The price could be lower, naw...because then common people will be able to get one....and the car is not for everyone.

4 out 21 people found this review helpful

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Best Decision I've Ever Made!

Written by: redcoud on 12/24/2006

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I am simply pleased with everything about my 911. There are no peers with regard to a total driving experience, quality of fit and finish, and sheer curb appeal.

Favorite Features

Its responsiveness from acceleration to braking. It's even fun to drive at slower speeds in town.

Suggested Improvements

None

1 out 3 people found this review helpful

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New to the Porsche Family

Written by: WG on 12/15/2006

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Coupe AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

My new 911 C4S has been beyond fun to drive. I cut through traffic like a hot knife through butter. I take corners as if I am on a rail! The car's fit and finish is great. It feels like it will hold up for over 100,000 miles. I am a former BMW 7-Series owner (4 over 10 years), so I am getting use to the lack of space compared to my old cars. That being said every time I get in the car and take off, I get a rush and I forget that I can't place my clubs in the trunk. Having a stick again has been great. Every sports car or performance sedan should have one (Hint BMW and MB folks). Is it worth $100,000? Time will tell. I hope so. If not maybe I'll get an S8 next.

Favorite Features

The rear profile and wide tires! The performance in traffic and on the open road. The Bose system and full leather package. The looks I get around town. The feel of the front wheels pulling me through a curve. The sound! It scared my dogs. Leaving Mustangs, Vets and others behind.

Suggested Improvements

Give it more power so you can have more room inside (just for my clubs). Offer an iPod option. A Porsche driving school invite or pass with purchase would be nice too! It should have a place to secure the gas cap while fueling. A Parktronic display on the screen while in reverse would be great. Add Bluetooth.

7 out 11 people found this review helpful

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2007 Porsche 911 Turbo

Written by: 07911Turbo on 12/02/2006

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)

Review

Simply put, it is the epitome and the pinnacle of all super cars to date.

Favorite Features

The acceleration, the overboost function, the AWD cornering capability and and I can go 0 - 62 in 3.7 seconds on my standard 6-speed. I also love the 13 speaker Bose system and the smiles I get from pretty ladies.

Suggested Improvements

Give it a voice command computer control system.

10 out 12 people found this review helpful

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Best Car On The Planet

Written by: Don on 11/04/2006

Vehicle

2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Convertible AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

My 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is the finest car I have ever driven. The base price ($98,600) is high, though, and the options list is long and very expensive. I ordered $28,000 in options so the car priced out around $132,000. Wait until you can afford your dream car before trying a new Porsche purchase, you won't regret it when it's sitting in your garage.

Favorite Features

The looks, power, and all wheel drive cornering.

Suggested Improvements

Haven't found any room for improvement. What will Porsche think of next?

7 out 9 people found this review helpful

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