2005 Porsche 911 Review

Name: 2005 Porsche 911 Review
Brand: Porsche
Rating: 4.9 (47 reviews)

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2004 Porsche 911 Turbo AWD 2dr Cabriolet

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Pros

Pinpoint steering, effortless acceleration, awe-inspiring brakes, the rhythmic sound of a powerful flat six, comfortable cockpit.

Cons

Relatively small fuel tank, useless rear seats, outlandish option prices.

What’s new

While the traditional 911 lines have been retained, just about everything else has changed on Porsche's flagship. Notable changes to the 2005 Porsche 911 include more powerful engines, a new transmission, variable-ratio rack-and-pinion steering, an adjustable suspension and new seating options in a redesigned passenger compartment.

Edmunds says

Still the quintessential sports car after four decades, the 2005 Porsche 911 has a unique blend of style, performance and sound that's unmatched by anything on the road.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.92 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$250/mo

$168/mo

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2 door coupe, 04/04/2009

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Replaced transmission at 19000 miles and again at 46500 miles the total cost for the repair was $13500. Porsche refused to collaborate.

Finally got one

d1coach, 09/29/2012

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

After forty years of wanting one badly, I bought my Porsche 911. Low mileage well cared for Tiptronic Coupe. So much fun to drive, fast without a lot of noise or fuss. Plenty of cabin and head room even at 6'3.

The most satisfying car to own

art_from_fl, 12/07/2010

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

I bought a used 2005 (997) 911 Carrera Coupe with Tiptronic 7 month ago. This is my first Porsche, and can't deny I expected to be a nice experience; this car has given me a lot of satisfaction and went beyond my high expectations. The handling at any speed is amazing.

Porsche 997 is Hands Down Better than 996

Niten Luthra, 07/26/2006

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

I just bought this car trading my '05 Boxster in. Wow! This car is...unbelievable in every way. It's fast, fun and damn good looking. My brother says it well - engineering excellence. I am so happy and privileged to be an owner and to be able to drive a vehcile that so many people dream of driving and owning. I bought an Artic silver one with 19" Carrera wheels, bi xenons, sport seats …

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2005 911 Highlights

Type:

Convertible

Trim:

Carrera

Base MSRP	$79,100
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$250/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	4.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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2005 Porsche 911 Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.92 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.}

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The most satisfying car to own

Porsche 997 is Hands Down Better than 996

2005 911 Highlights

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.92 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.

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Finally got one

The most satisfying car to own

Porsche 997 is Hands Down Better than 996

2005 911 Highlights

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.92 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.}