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Little Fast Tank
goodtogo, 08/05/2010
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
I drive it to work everyday depending on which office between 20 and 60 miles. I can't get over how solid and rigid it is, just like a fast tank. I put one O2 sensor in it (it has four) and an oil separator that's it, except for tires.
Daily Driver
Richard, 09/14/2010
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I drive the car all year round in the northeast. I recently rebuilt the engine. The piston rings were shot and I was burning more oil than gas.
A tremendous sports car for the money
eDoug, 04/15/2009
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
25 of 26 people found this review helpful
Since prices have come down on these, they represent a tremendous value for anyone seeking a sports car, and anyone charmed by the voluptuous shape and performance of a 911. While many snuffed the new looks of the 996 chassis and design, it's unmistakably all 911... and the performance on and off the track are testimony to it's heritage. There are some weak points mechanically in some cars, but this is factored in to the low prices we're seeing for these models. 2002 added some nice goodies - and it's a great year... Would I love a 2009 997? Perhaps, but when you might be able to pay cash for a 2002 with only incrementally lower performance (but less weight, too), it's an easy decision.
Awesome Targa!!
Jonas, 12/31/2008
2002 Porsche 911 Targa Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I frequently change vehicles and have had some of the greats in the mid- price range - Elise, NSX, S2000. The 911 edges out the NSX for top honors in my opinion. It gives an unbelievably smooth ride when calm, but upon hard acceleration or cornering tightens up significantly. This is the first of the cars I've owned that my wife will drive. I've only had the car for a few months, but it hasn't missed a beat. Also, the torque curve is much more linear than any car I've previously owned. It's a welcoming contrast to the lack of bottom end power I've experienced in the past. In my opinion the Targa design is far superior to the standard 911; the glass breaks up the roof line nicely.
The True Driver's Car!
robliski, 08/11/2014
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
48 of 54 people found this review helpful
If you want a true sports car that has been designed around the driver, then this is the car for you. The engine performance is excellent, the sound is beautiful when she sings. Handling is very crisp and gives the driver an excellent feel of connectedness with the car. The interior is relatively comfortable with 2 little seats for the kids. The car has to be owned by a person who has basic mechanical knowledge and understands the concept of "Preventive Maintenance", otherwise it can cost the owner very dearly. But don't worry as there is a lot of help out there since this car has a lot of following.
2002 C2 Cab - 4th 911
Bob in Fort Myers, 01/06/2010
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
My 4th 911, first water cooled and the best of the lot. Reliable and an absolute blast to drive even around town. There is nothing like a 911, especially a rag top with the top down. I bought a museum quality car and keep it that way as a pleasure car. When I take it out I feel the bit of celebrity a Porsche 911 brings to the road. I love the power top and the complex way the rear deck comes up to hide it, but it squeaks when going up and down and has a small intermittent rattle. No real problem. Hope to own a 911 until I die and would be buried in one but it would be a shame to deprive someone else of the pleasure of driving the car.
2002 996 Cab
WSM996, 03/21/2010
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
This has been a great car. I looked at 997s but, for the money, the the 996 seemed like the best buy. It's an everyday driver and I drive it from Austin to Dallas every week for work. A lot of fun; surprising economy; very comfortable seating.
Nothing short of amazing
sanfraned, 08/15/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have always been in search of a car that offered the right combination of awesome performance at a high but not astronomical price and that had great curb appeal. Well, the Porsche 911 Turbo with the X50 performance package is nothing short of incredible. For the money, you cannot find anything more impressive than a Porsche 911 Turbo X50. Good safety features including 4 wheel drive, and ESP (PSM in Porsche's lingo), which make the car much safer in risky situations and allows novice drives to drive it with confidence. Blazing speed, which according to manufacturers' specs, make it one of the fastest production cars in the world.
996 tt x50
ailich, 11/30/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
My fifth porsche including the 993 tt. This car removed much of the rawness of the car. The x50 package made an enormous difference. Although porsche claims 450 hp for the car, I have seen it test on a dyno closer to 500 hp. porsche is well known for understating their cars numbers. Wickedly fast with many creature comforts. No cars I have driven have come close to the shear power i feel when driving The x50 package is well worth its hefty pricetag. Definately. I understand that the gemballa exhaust will push it over 500 hp. A definate keeper
Porsche - is it worth the money
Bill M, 04/30/2003
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Excellent performance, fun to drive. Quality is a different issue - manual shifter is not very smooth (dealer claims it responds as spec'd). Blew rear main seal at 12,000 - dealer does not stock the parts (claim porsche needs specific VIN before sending replacement part - does this mean they are aware of a major manufacturing process problem ?) - takes weeks to get. Radio & cassette player are bogus
Should of saved my money and gotten an M3
Lauren, 10/17/2005
2002 Porsche 911 Targa Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The 911 is a nice car, but I believe it is one of those items that is better admired from a distance. The reliability of my Targa has been horrible, and the interior rattles as if it is going to fall apart. The interior design is a joke, and the ergonomics are even worse. There are a lot of little things wrong with the interior that show a lack of car, spaces that shouldn't be there, misspellings in the display, tape holders without tape, and nothing is easy to find. A BMW M3 offers the same performance for half the price, half the insurance, and half the maintenance. What was I thinking?
An unexpected Pleasure
Giovanni B., 03/03/2009
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Always fun to drive, even after 7+ years of ownership. I would recommend buying a set of winter tires to anyone who lives in a cold climate, especially if you expect to drive in snow regularly. Without them, the garage is the best place for the car! However, with a set of snows traction becomes very good & driving confidence climbs considerably. This is my ONLY car and I use it in all sorts of nasty weather. I don't baby it at all.
Good but Not Great
Estrid, 10/08/2003
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive, head turning car. Broke camshaft at 2000 miles after perfect break in. Dealer replaced engine. Engine misses when hot at low rpm and oil pressure can fluctuate at sustained rpm. Dealer says computer diagnostics show everything normal. Alignment was incorrect from purchase date despite dealership review after 200 miles. Alignment now correct and handling is vastly improved. Even after the headaches, it may be the best performance and looks for the money.
an expensive lemon
disappointed Porsche, 03/23/2004
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
After 2 years with my 911, my previous awe of this car and company has been crushed. Although the car is fun to drive fast, quality is atrocious. I've had the car in for 4 major engine repairs, including 3 repairs of the rear main seal. The car has now been at the shop over 2 weeks having its engine replaced. Porsche has made no efforts to replace car.
Porsche, there is no substitute
Fred Hill, 04/10/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
In January, I traded my 911 C4 for a 2002 Turbo, Seal Gray with black interior. It is fast, beautiful, fun to drive and the best handling sports car I have ever driven. The extra money is worth the extra kick of getting in my car.
Surprise Surprise
Jim Sommers, 06/16/2005
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for nearly 4 years. It has about 30K miles on it. When I bough it I was quite prepared to pamper it, have it constantly looked after and treat it more as a "weekend fun machine." I've done none of these things. It's as reliable as anything I've ever owned (mostly Hondas, Toyotas, etc. in recent years). I've done nothing except change oil & tires and it's my only car. I use it all year - including cold, with snow winter where the only sacrifice I make is using winter tires. The gas mileage has been a respectable 24+MPG during the entire time so far. Yeah, this is all that "practical" stuff supposedly not of interest to someone into these kind of goodies-read on
This car is good but not a legend !
Another New Yorker, 11/14/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I live in Manhattan and drive maybe once a week, probably much less in winter. The Porsche has a problematic battery that drains quite fast unless the engine is idled or the car is driven at least several times a week. I did not have the time to go and rev the engine every day and so went into battery problems. You can not stop the battery drain by disconnecting the battery. For safety reasons,the doors do not open if you disconnect the battery so there is no option but watch the battery drain ! So...? I had to sell my car. Be aware and alert of this problem. Porsche and numerous magazines that claim to "review" cars will not mention such facts to you.
A Dog with Fleas
JimV12, 07/15/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
The car was delivered to me with a defective suspension. The shipping blocks were not removed at delivery and the suspension is bent. In 4 months the dealer is still unable to get the parts needed to fix it. They believe that the car is so strangely damaged that new suspension parts may not repair it. While this car replaces a previous 996 I'm sorry that I bought this car since it's manufacture is horrendous.
Low ratio Quality/Cost
Broken, 04/05/2008
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
Car just lost power and stopped downtown with no warning, engine is broken, waiting for repair appointment and estimates. I am disappointed with quality, On- board computer has no diagnostic message to display.
Broken Down
NotRealHappy, 09/04/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I love the look of the car and to drive it. However, build quality is very poor - from the cheap materials inside, to the rattles all over, and ultimately to the machanical breakdowns. My car has 2200 miles . . . it broke down on the highway this weekend and is in the the shop waiting for a "minor" part - a new engine. Seems mine developed a small block crack that requires a total replacement. Clearly, this is not the things of great cars! Porsche needs to focus on quality.
A real mans car
brent, 10/26/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Have had different cars in past, so I decided to try the 911 Carrera4 Cab. The look of class, success and prestige pour from this car. As I drive down the windy road, I see 5 Corvettes look in envy,but anyone can afford a GM. A Jag or I mean Ford pulls up and I smile. Then a Mercedes..I mean Mopar pulls in and I shake my head. When I spend $100,000 on a car, I dont want to see 10 of them on my way to the store,or wish I had another...Drive one, it is a peice of classful art.
Amazing Machine
DP, 09/18/2006
2002 Porsche 911 GT2 Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After a disasterous experience with a Ferrari, I returned to Porsche but wanted something more aggressive than my previous 2002 996. After seeing the depreciation hit the GT-2s had taken, I bought one with 9,000 miles on it. It is an amazing car, no issues, starts everytime, doesn't miss a beat. This one had a Techart exhaust and equal length headers - the power is just insane (made my 355 w/ Tubi seems downright slow in comparison). Zero to 100, I don't think anything can keep up with this car. Given how cheap these are selling for, I would recommend to anyone who wants something more exotic than the Turbo. Also, with the low production, it is destined to be a collectible.
Great for a change on the fly!
ccandjzc, 08/16/2004
2002 Porsche 911 Targa Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This Targa has been a great car. I owned a 996 coupe before it and several older Targa's. The large moon roof when up and wind and volume free driving, when down are a lot of fun. The hatchback feature is terrific and I don't understand why Porsche hasn't done this on the coupe. Unlike prior Targa's, it corners as well as the coupe. When it slides back, the rear visibility is reduced. Great car!
None better
02 911 Targa, 03/23/2008
2002 Porsche 911 Targa Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is amazing and is tough to beat. The best sports car on the streets today.
The best sports car ever
johnef805, 01/04/2013
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Convertable No there not cheep but they are well worth the money
It's a chunk of change... But worth it!
Koka, 04/19/2003
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is perfectly balanced and it is pretty much impossible to get it off the road. Difference between 2001 model and 2002 (and up) is enormous, although only 20 hp). Fun to drive factor is incredible. I postponed purchase with a year, since I felt it was too much money. And granted, it is a chuck of change, but when I test- drove one, I understood, this car is worth it! My advice: Don't wait until your 50+ to get this car, get it while you're still young...
best porsche yet
rkrk, 06/03/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
this car becoms part of you when its driven hard
Fun Car
Porsche Fanatic, 04/22/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Targa Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just bought the '02 Targa and it is awesome! The Targa top is very cool and the automatic sunshade is very nice!
Fun , fast , and refined - but.......
Bullit, 04/10/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the most comfortable and refined sports car I have ever owned or driven . It can be used as a daily driver - its easy to shift , loads of power , even at low revs. Handling is relatively neutral , steers like a go- kart , and the brakes inspire confidence. But Porsche initial quality is poor. At 2500 miles , main oil seal replaced along with a clutch. Clutch was bad from the start. Memory option on seats didn't work - dealer had to rewire the seats. FM Presets didn't work on the stereo - dealer hasn't replaced it yet after 6 months . Hello -do you want me to buy another Porsche?
2002 Carrera 2
Jim Keenan, 08/28/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car exceeds expectations. Build quality was flawless as was the paint. I literally went over the car with the proverbial fine-toothed comb and couldn't find a flaw. Car is extremely tractable around town, with a torque band that allows it to drive off without having to change gears constantly. Mileage is 28 MPG highway, 22-23 combination highway/city. 0 - 60 MPH in about 4.7 seconds, top speed 175+.
996 C2
Val (Folsom,CA), 08/28/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
New transmission put in at 1,200 miles. I constantly travel much faster than what it seems. The E-gas seems to be inconsistent and I still kill the engine when not reving high enough when engaging 1st gear. Weird clutch engagement.
911 Turbo
mikelg, 09/24/2003
2002 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
2500 mile drive across Europe flawless. Very responsive. Best Turbo I've ever owned.
great
anthony, 02/27/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
it waz great
This car wipes out the competition.
Fast n da Privileged, 04/20/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
If you've been lucky enough to drive and even own one of these, you know exactly what I'm talking about. I've had the Viper and the Ferrari Modena. Viper is fast, but not refined in looks or performance. The Ferrari Modena is a gorgeous looking car but with 260lb torque, the engine roars like a dog in heat and the F1 transmission is jerky. The 911 Turbo is stupid fast, hugs the road and looks beautiful. The comfort is far superior to any other super sportscar I've owned or test-driven. It's no MBZ S-class but for a sports car, it's pretty damn good. I've been lucky enough to have pretty much any car that I want and this one by far takes the cake for overall performance.
its awesome
tbleo, 11/29/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just one drive is all that it will take to understand.
Best yet
177MPH, 11/30/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This 996 is the best "911" yet. Great blend of handling, speed and comfort. Truly an "adult" sports car. Class and panache.
There is no Substitute
mike, 02/19/2006
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Porsche 911 is the finest auto out there bar none. It is fast off the line and can out handle most professional race cars. The sporty looks really turn heads and maintanance is not as costly as it is on most Europeansorts cars. Own at least one in your life time!
Super-Car!
rogerdee, 03/01/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Its a great car to look at, a delight to drive, a great trophy to own.
Awesome car, some issues, all smile
Wayne Chu, 02/21/2008
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought a 5 year old used Carrera C2 through the local Porsche dealship with 48,000km on it. The car developed a wee-wee noise from the get go. The dealer serviced the brakes, changed the transmission but could not make the noise go away. It turned out to be the front wheel bearing. I was told this was not a common issue with this vehicle and the dealer did not see a history of wheel bearing replacement in the past. One of the bi-Xenon bulb also had to be replaced last year; it was covered under extended warranty. It was a good thing I bought extended warranty. Since then, the car is running perfect and I am enjoying it.
Awesome
markkody, 07/13/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Such a thrill starting this car up. City or highway, you feel the eyes on you and the power under your foot. The engine can be heard several blocks away when powering it up. The friends all love it. No complaints about this slick work of art.
Great Car
Barrie Lepley, 06/10/2003
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Porsche is incredibly well enginered and built and has all the bits to go with its outstanding engine. The suspension in particular is quite sophisticated; it is extremely difficult to get the PSM System to come to one's "rescue" because the car is soooo neutral under extreme cornering even on lousy gravely roads. I feel quite safe in the car under all conditions including heavy rain. After a year of owmership the car is better than when it was delivered.
Porsche 911
barb plessinger, 10/28/2005
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought a speed yellow Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and it is a great car. Everyone loves it. The convertible is great. I also love the tiptronic transmission and all wheel drive. I don't like the fact that the steering wheel doesn't raise through. It is a good thing that I am short. Overall this is a great car so far.
911 Wundercar
jbarry, 10/19/2006
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Having owned a number of sports cars over the years, and having lusted after many others, the biggest downside to the 911 is that you no longer lust for anything better. The car does almost everything unbelievably well. The 911 provides race car acceleration and handling, while offering a fairly comfortable ride and interior, a really usable trunk (so you can drive to the store), a wonderful level of fit and finish, excellent gas mileage and reliable performance. Besides all of the above, it's flat out gorgeous.
best car ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
porsch forever, 07/20/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is one of the best cars i have ever had. before the c4s i had a viper witch i thought could not be topped in performance but i was wrong. this car is allot better performance wise and interior wise. the only diffrenct bettween my viper and Porsche is that the viper turned more heads but thats ok i like not having people follow me how. well if they tryed they couldnt keep up.
What's not to like
Wm2001, 06/22/2004
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
True exotic class sportcar with everday reliability. Rides best at high speeds. Beautiful exterior design, matching a superb ride. Ahh, there's nothing better than German suspension. The AWD C4S has nothing but stability, making that 25 mile an hour turn a work of art at 50 mph.
True Love
Gudencaren, 06/04/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 AWD 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is incredible. The best comment that I heard about it from passengers is that it "sticks to the road like bubble gum". They missed a lot of small details with the car, but the performance is right on.
There is no Substitute
Harry, 12/03/2005
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car surpasses expectations as it is fast, safe and comfortable. The build quality is excellent and the styling is timeless. It is easy to drive well if you have exp in high performance cars. It is a substantial improvement over the prior 911's I have owned.
2002 996 -porsche
larryelectric, 06/05/2002
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is a driver's dream , solid and responsive at all speeds. The only limiting exprienced was the driver.
2002 Porsche 911 C4S
bl bl, 01/16/2006
2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 2002 Porsche 911 C4S is the best car to drive. It has amazing handling and compares to any Ferrari. It makes a good everyday car.
The Amazing Porsche GT2
N$ane, 01/30/2007
2002 Porsche 911 GT2 Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Porsche GT2 is the second fastest Porsche, only slower than the Carrera GT. I just test drove the 2007 turbo and the GT2 still has it beat. The weight and rear wheel drive make it a quicker car for much less money than the next 2007 Turbo. For the biggest bang for your buck in super car performance, try the GT2. You will be amazed!
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