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Rob, 05/04/2010
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Have owned car about a year, purchased used with 50k on it. Had original window sticker and records. Always wanted a 911 since I was a kid 30 years ago, but fearful of cost of owning a performance German car, but wish I had done it years ago. Awesome driving car, a solid rock. Bullet like acceleration, brakes that stop on a dime and give 9 cents change, on rails handling, visceral exhaust noise. Classic style that will never be mistaken for some pseudo Asian competition. This car is addictive to drive. I find myself always taking the long route home.
Best Porsche I ever owned, before my newer one.
enriver, 09/30/2014
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2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
Fast and responsive -This Carrera is the best Porsche I have ever owned, it is quick, agile and and feels completely safe on any surface. Gone is the extreme over-steer and the front end lift under acceleration, and at 0-60 in 4.1 seconds, the 997.2 is nothing to sneer at. I bought this Porsche in 2015 with 9,000 miles, it looks new, it feels new and it is very well maintained and a pleasure to polish. Much maligned by the snobs who call themselves "purists" and no more IMS and RMS fear mongering with the new cam drive design. No additional oil between changes.
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Nothing better
Joe, 10/13/2010
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 5 years ago - speed yellow with black top, and then 28,000 miles. It's almost 11 years old now with 60,000 miles. No one believes it. These are phenomenally fun, well- built and fast cars. I drive mine daily and thoroughly enjoy it. By far the most satisfying car I've ever owned (and I've owned Mercedes, Audi, Lexus, Toyota, etc...) There is no doubt that the only thing that will replace it will be a newer 911 convertible - hopefully a Turbo. In a word - you need one!
Great Car!!!
KaptHero, 10/01/2009
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2dr Convertible AWD
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I picked this car up used, one owner, 48,000 Miles and it's been a dream. No oil leaks to speak of, mechanically sound. This is a great daily or just weekend driver. I change my own oil for under $50 and that is with a K&N Filter and Mobil 1.
Not just a toy
New Porschephile, 01/30/2004
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had never owned a high end sports performance car. This was definitely a step up from the Japanese ones I previously owned and the newer ones on the current market. Initially, looked at buying a Maserati Spyder with F1. Oddly another customer at the Ferrari dealership recommended trying Porsche and I have not looked back. I thought this would be a car that sat in the garage to maintain its value with low mileage. I can't stop driving it though, taking it to work everyday, routine shopping, long-distance trips, and sometimes just for fun. It has been a pleasure to drive. The kids want to ride in it all the time as well.
Half the cost of other 911s for no rational reason
Michael, 05/14/2018
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2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
If you want to pay $15-$20k more for a 993 or a 997, you can. But for $18-$20k you can own an amazing world class sports car by getting a 996. Other than the controversial headlights and the need to replace the IMS bearing, there is nothing above this car to debate. These cars will hold their value, and as the rest of the collector car world continues to go up and up in price, chances are good that a welll cared for 996 may go up in the coming years too. Six months since I wrote this review and my 996 is still rock solid and even more sublime now that I have a better understanding of its driving characteristics. It’s been about 18 months since I bought my 996. The only unexpected costs have been replacement of a leaky hydraulic pump in the convertible. Total cost was $2200. Other than that the car has been great. I’ve gotten to know it’s driving characteristics even better of course, and I think the one thing I might want to upgrade is the factory shocks. I’m now at 94,000 miles and they seem a little bouncy at times. This car has not disappointed at all. I hate to think about ever selling it, but I could see myself upgrading to a C8 Corvette in about 2-3 years.
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1st Porshe
JG, 07/07/2009
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
If you have never owned a Porsche. You should at least once in your life. It is not just a car it is pure man and machine made whole in one. It is perfection. Want to go fast in a straight line buy a Vette; want an experience buy the Porsche.
Two years in
Seamus, 05/13/2002
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my first Porsche. On the whole I am pleased with the car and would consider buying another (likely a Turbo as I really feel the car needs another 50+ hp). Reliability is fairly good although I and many other 996 owners have had new rear main oil seals. The last factory ECU tune downloaded at service now has the check engine light flashign on and off.
Fun To Drive, When its not leaking
markmjm, 07/29/2003
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I sold my 95 NSX because it couldn't safely accommodate children. My 2000 911, of course, can do this, and it's more comfortable, it offers more technology (in terms of safety, performance, etc.), and it is about as much fun to drive. However, despite good JD Power reliability ratings I have been disappointed. With only 6000 easy miles on the odometer, I've had to deal with 3 oil leaks -- a pinched O-ring, a leaky valve cover, and in the past few days, the main oil seal has begun to fail. I understand that 911s have a reputation for oil leaks but this is a bit much, especially compared to that NSX....
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2000 911 Cabrio, 06/01/2006
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've owned this car since new and used it as a weekend toy, and what a toy it is. On the 1 or 2 occasions where I thought about selling it, I've only had to go and drive it for a few miles and I've come back with a smile on my face. It's hard to believe that it could be improved on. The only problems I've had have been with the top was not working correctly when I first got the car. The performance, handling styling and overall experience of ownership have been above my expectations. I would absolutely buy another Carrera.
Favorite hot wheel as a kid, favorite car at 50.
Gary, 08/04/2018
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Waited 3 years to give fair review for this car. My biggest fear in purchasing this car was cost of maintenance. After 3 years and 28k of spirited driving😀 I love this car. No expensive parts to buy because nothing breaks. I took it 1500 miles south then back with no issues. Owned many sports cars over the years but nothing drives like this. Look forward to running errands. Very drive able in town, and over 4k rpms always bring a rush and roar. Worst I can say about this car is the plastic interior parts could be better. And if that's the worst thing on a car buy it.
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Love for a maligned automobile.
Greg Adams, 12/06/2019
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My car, a 2000 C2 has been my faithful companion. Before buying a car like this, one must understand that maintenance is costly. That said, I'm happy for the exchange between enjoying my sixth Porsche...most of which were great cars had issues of their own. The 996 in its raw form is what Ferdinand Porsche originally believed the evolution of the brand would eventually evolve into. The older cars have issues, this particular car has issues. At the end of the day its all about smiles for miles. My car is a daily driver. Since I've purchased it, the car has had its foibles, nothing major but significantly less the my Ferrari's in the past. Personal opinion....the haters of the look of this car lack appreciation of artistic form meetings exceptional performance. I could go on, but I think I'll go for a drive.
Great till the engine seizes
Dan H, 01/06/2018
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I was a victim of a catotrophic engine failure of a 2002 Porsche 911.the car had 65k on it and I DID the IMS bearing fix and clutch replacement while I was at it. I ha e to say up until your well maintained engine seizes it is a wonderful car :-(
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A Man's Dream Car
Big G, 08/17/2008
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I went from a boxster to my conv. carrera. What a huge difference in power, speed and handling. I love getting the looks from other drivers when I pass them and that engine roar makes people turn and admire this powerful looking car. Like some of you out there, I take it out for a spin and return back home with a smile.
More Power Please
BP69, 07/23/2003
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The input from the steering wheel always impresses me. The car is terrific to drive, light on its feet, and a pleasure to drive. It needs more power though. I was looking at a GT-3 or a turbo but then found TPC on the East Coast. They are shipping me a supercharger and I will have around 440 hp. Problem solved!!
It's a blast!
No1touch, 03/20/2004
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2dr Coupe AWD
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car performs beautifully. Precise handling, excellent acceleration and great, classic styling contribute to a great experience in the vehicle. 27 mpg at 65 mph is a bonus. It ended up my best mileage vehicle.
Unbelievable
jayman, 03/25/2002
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
THAT WAS THE BEST CAR I EVER HAD THE MILLAGE ON IT IS GOOD AND I LOVE IT.
I never thought I would own one.
DLH, 06/24/2017
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 996 gets a lot of criticism and I think a lot of that comes from being an easy target because it's a Porsche. It's like nothing else I've ever driven. There is no practical reason for it to exist and I'd like top thank all of the Porsche enthusiasts for allowing it to exist. I haven't had a motorized method of transport that makes me smile like this since my friend killed my old jet ski. It's the go kart your mom wouldn't let you have as a kid. I never thought a naturally aspirated flat six could be this good. 300 horsepower isn't a big deal in modern cars but the difference is you get to use all 300 horsepower. It's incredibly well built, it's immediately apparent that it was made by true craftsman. It goes like stink all the way to the redline and the sound is delightful. The manual transmission is excellent and the visibility is unmatched by modern vehicles. It's one of the last lightweight cars and it begs to be driven hard. Yes the headlights are awful, the interior is nothing special, the radio is confusing and you have to do a preemptive IMS fix. But I don't care what anyone else thinks, I love it.
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Thomas, 01/16/2006
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had several air cooled Porsche 911's and this first water cooled auto is a blast to drive and own. It has great handling and awesome excelleration through the gears. It can easily handle the C4 Corvettes and most of the tricked out Hondas and Subarus that aren't too tuned up. I don't waste the gas on the new 350ZX's that pull up and want to go at it. A lot of people tailgate you out of jealousy, but you get used to it and just slow down to aggravate them. Through the twisties, nothing out there can keep up with you as long as you stay on the gas pedal, the handling is phenomenal. I am going to sell this car soon and upgrade to a late model 996 Turbo.
Love this car!!!
Pronounced_Porsh-A, 09/14/2004
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2dr Coupe AWD
4 of 10 people found this review helpful
The sound of acceleration is intoxicating, as is rolling through a slow-speed zone in first or second gear. This car turns heads. One minor problem is lack of a cup holder. One MAJOR problem is that every 20 year old idiot in a honda will tailgate you, as well the 'never will afford a real car' minivan driving middle age losers (male and female). Cannot tell you how many times I have been driving merrily along and some MORON pulls up next to me and starts revving his engine: especially contractors in pickups trucks. Gas milage: unbelievebly good. I just re-tread with factory spec tires, and the cost was under a grand.
Unbelievable Vehicle!
Chip McElroy, 09/26/2002
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Incredible vehicle... Like no other sports car I have ever driven. Needs some American standards in the inside like storage and cup holders. Onew of the smoothest manuals I have ever experienced!
996 GT2 Aero
Donnie C, 01/31/2003
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really love driving this car. I still get excited avery time I go to the garage to drive it. I have other cars to use, but I am always drawn to the 996. I had a 993 prior to this one, and really think they did a great job with the new design. A little less raw sports car, but great overall. I love the Tiptronic transmission.
supper fun car, but.......
hughbert, 08/21/2003
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is a blast to drive around, has a beatiful exterior design, very quiet convertable top. The most impressive part of the design is the way the top automatically folds into the rear. My only complaint is that such an expensive car should have at least the basics for a high-end interior. The stereo is 'B' in quality, and there are no cup holders or storage space for CDs.
THE BEST
RENE, 09/25/2003
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
GREAT FUN TO DRIVE,LOVE IT.LOOKS AND DRIVES LIKE IT SHOULD. IT HAS BEEN SHEER JOY AND WONDER WHAT I WAS WAITING FOR
A W E S O M E
uttooth, 10/13/2003
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Most awesome car I have ever driven !!! Needs a cup holder though...Very cool one button top control feature...A W S O M E Car........
Pure exitment
morris944, 03/27/2006
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is definitely a great purchase. This car is fun to drive and I can't find enough reasons to drive it. Its horsepower and torque have a nice balance. The only complaint is the suspension. It is too soft for such a performance vehicle. A stiffer suspension would give this car more predictability. However the PSM certainly compensates for it.
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jk08, 10/29/2004
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Outstanding car! Runs like a dream. Extremely well engineered. Superb handling.
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Carrera smitten, 02/27/2020
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Light, nimble, agile, quick! Well built, no oil issues, interior is clean and nice for its age, 30k miles and still looks amazing in & out, what a fine example of the 911.
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Mudcat, 11/23/2021
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2dr Convertible AWD
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
High performance and great handling. Also good low end torque.
Pure sports car
Craft190, 07/16/2004
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Everything I expected in a street legal race car. If you want a luxury sport touring car, or muscle car buy one, but not a Porsche.
Pristine condition
Porsche guy, 11/17/2020
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sparsely driven and very clean from top to bottom and inside out. Beautiful car.
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Zordos, 03/09/2004
2000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2dr Coupe AWD
7 of 44 people found this review helpful
After arriving back from the Porsche Zuffenhausen factory where I went on the tour, I felt compelled to promote these fine cars. I was blown away by not only the legendary performance of this fine automobile but also the quality of both the components and workmanship are matched only by the attention to detail in the design. There is very little to find fault with. Mind you Porsche has been refining this car for over 40 years.