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Lives Up To The Dream Of A 10-year-old
str8line, 07/17/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
As a youth my father and I never missed stopping at the Porsche dealer while driving by. I had a love affair with the guards red 911 that seemed to always be on the showroom floor. When in 1979 my dad finally purchased a 911 (930 model)Turbo I reveled in its incredible rocket ship abilities. He sold it when I was 13, but the 3 years he had it made the Porsche 911 my dream car. As a self-made and relatively poor young man I was all but resigned to the fact that a 911 in anything other than a used and older variant just would not be in the cards for me. Skip to Feb. 2008 and I have the good fortune of being shocked every time I enter my garage by the sight of a black 2008 911 Carrera S!
Nothing Even Comes CLOSE!!!
Michealangelo Harris, 01/19/2016
updated 02/23/2023
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
This is purely an ALL OUT STREET RACE car, and yet excellent to travel in. Drove it from Dallas, TX to SUPERIOR TWP, MI, then from SUPERIOR TWP, MI to CHANDLER, Arizona, then back to SUPERIOR TWP, MI. But know, it is not intended for parking and taking short naps in. Oh, and the gas mileage is great, when you set the cruise. Now, I use it in PCA auto-cross. Talking about the best of both worlds, WOW. SO glad I chose this model. This is my 14th PORSCHE, I also have a 87' 911 Carrera Cabrio. It's going on four years now since I purchased this car. There have been absolutely (NO) issues with it, major or minor. I did the 80k and the 100k services on it in December of 2014, and since then I have had the brake fluid changed at Porsche where I live and a wheel alignment done after installing new front & rear tires. Since I'm a retired aviation mechanic, I installed a third center radiator, and the front bumper vent screen kit to keep heavy debris out of the left and right radiators. Then I installed a 2.5 quart deep oil sump to help with the lubrication here in HOT, Arizona! As for running auto X here in HOT Arizona, I can tell you that these two things are needed, to help keep the temps down in the water cooling department as well as the engine oil lubrication department. Other than that, I'm just enjoying it!!! It is Aug 2018 now and I am in the process of replacing the Optima yellow top that's 7 years and 2 months old with a new Optima Blue top marine style battery. The heat here in Arizona continues to eat batteries of any type or sort alive! Also, if you have more than one car in your garage then it is absolutely imperative that you drive all of them as often as you can! Just leaving them on a digital battery maintainer is NOT enough. I also have 3 motorcycles, and recently had a BMW s1000RR cafe' bike and a Harley Davidson 1200 Sportster that I got rid of because I didn't ride them enough, but I kept the Harley Davidson soft tail, of which the battery is also going slowly dead because of the heat here in the desert state. The heat just killed the batteries on the other 2 bikes, how much more the Porsche's. What I'm saying is, the 2008 997S is yet still an excellent deal when looking to purchase a used Porsche. My car has no leaks and no problems other than the battery issue which is normal for the number of years since the date on the battery was purchased, June 2011. I highly recommend a Cabrio 997s. As of this writing, it is Feb. 2020, and I put about 250 miles a month on the car now. The total mileage on my Porsche is some where around 106,800, and I had to replace the two coolant line inserts above the left and right front control arms and the main coolant tank reservoir located in the engine compartment, bleed the system. I likewise, replaced all 6 spark plugs, and did an oil change. Since that time, I have had no other issues with this marvelous vehicle. I highly recommend this model, if not the Cabrio 997s! Either one of these models would be more than enough for driving here in the U.S.! Being that they are really made for High Speed long distance cruising on the German Autobahn. So, if you are in the market for a Porsche 997 with low mileage, then, go for the gusto! You will NOT be disappointed! It is now Feb. 2021, and my ownership has been for the last 7 years, the mileage is at 109,770. I had to replace the cup holder unit and the glove box door holder, due to my wife's strong hands on that side of the car. I have also installed a new set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4"s tires in November 2020. I am now averaging around 200 miles a month on the car. I distribute my drives between my other three vehicles which I have and my Harley Soft Tail. Yet, I am still enjoying this excellent vehicle in the mist of a world wide Pandemic! I hoped this has helped someone make a decision to purchase a used 997 S Porsche. Whether it be a Coupe' or a Cabrio! The low maintenance cost can be attributed to the excellent engineering which goes into each Porsche designed, and the overall build quality of the Porsche brand. I know, I have been driving them now for 39 years!! Still, Nothing Even Comes Close! It's Feb. 2022, and my mileage is 111,310 at this time. Showing that I have only averaged about 128 miles per month for the last 12 months. There is nothing more new to share. The 997S has proven itself to me. Mainly, because I had promised myself to remain a die-hard Air-Cooled Porsche fan and never purchased a new water cooled model. Now, I see that all things are possible, if only for certain models. I did notice however that with more mileage, the 997S seems to drive faster using less pedal. I marvel at this wonderful new found experience. As of this update, it's Feb. 2023, I have only added 1,290 miles in the last 12 months with my mileage being exactly 112,600 and I have experienced a defected Air-Oil Separator suddenly after driving to a Shell service station to full tank. When it initially happened, I thought I had blown a head gasket or something? Now, I am in the process of ordering and replacing any lines that will attach to the new Air-Oil Separator to be installed, this will insure that the repair process will not suffer from taking any short cuts to replace only the defected part, being that there are a lot of engine parts to be removed just to get to the actual defected part. I look at this as a normal course of wear and tear. I still stand by my words, that Nothing Even Comes CLOSE!!! I look forward to enjoying this one owner car, up into the high 3-K digits, knowing the quality of each Porsche that is built. I would also like to recommend a book that I have recently finished writing in 2021, Called of GOD at 264km/h (165 mph)! It details how and when The Lord Jesus spoke to me out of Heaven when I was driving a lowered lightly modified 1983, fully cornered balanced 911 Porsche on a Schnell Strasse out of the Black Forest when I lived in the southern region of Stuttgart. I hope that it would spark the interest of any present Porsche owner or possible future Porsche owner. In any case, my heart is already set, and it cannot be changed to purchase any other type of sports car, and that's no matter how they might look or how many tests were completed to try and prove that they are better than what I have now. It's personal preference! The rest I'll leave up to you, after all, it's your decision to live with?
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Brilliant
Gnslngr, 11/22/2009
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My second Porsche (after a 2007 Cayman) and perhaps my last one. I don't believe they can make a car better than this one. It is not so much a car as it is an experience - this car is a beast when it wants to be and is compliant and docile when my wife is in the passenger seat. I've added an Escort Passport 9500ci to make the experience complete, and now the car (with Sport Chrono, Sport Exhaust, and Sport Shifter) is the dream car I've always wanted. I still cannot believe I own it; I have to do a double take every time I see it in my garage. And the great thing about this car is that it is nowhere near as onerous to own as a Ferrari or Lambo - maintenance is relatively inexpensive.
911 Turbo fills the Bill
Max Revs, 04/16/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The 997 Turbo Coupe is another leap forward for Porsche. This new model has enthusiastic power across a wide power band, incredible acceleration, and superb handling. While it would be at home on any racing circuit, it also is easy to drive around town and in traffic. It is unusual to find a car that performs so well in a straight line, in the twisties, and can still serve as a daily driver if desired. When the turbos kick in the car will really set you back in the seat.
The funnest car to drive
Mel, 06/02/2009
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
2500rpm's then HOLD ON-the power- handling-color options-fill my fickle, very picky needs! The leather, MUCH FINER than any Bentley- plus you do not have to plug it in at night (like Bentley -Aston-Ferrari- Lambo). The 150,000 is still 100,000 under the competition. Plus it ALWAYS STARTS! LOVE-LOVE IT.
Rocketship
turbodickie, 11/07/2008
2008 Porsche 911 GT2 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 25th Porsche turbo since 1976 and my first GT2. This car is insane for the street. It is almost impossible to drive sanely. The handling is precise. The gas mileage is unbelievable considering it has 530 hp. I can get 27 mpg if I can somehow manage to do 55mph. The brakes are very close to simulating hitting a brick wall. Very overpriced but worth it. Buy one if you can find one!
Best Car I Have Driven
The Kid, 10/28/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love this car! It is a joy to drive. It is a joy to let my friends drive it. My wife is not a car person, but she loves driving it and riding in it. It handles better than any MBZ that I have owned. I have always wanted a Porsche and I am 73-years old. It was now or never. It is the best thing that I have ever given myself. The car's handling saved our lives when another driver almost side-swiped us. I don't drive the car much over 75 because getting their sooner makes the fun of the drive shorter. It is just as much fun in city driving as it is on the highway. One minor electrical fix in 15 months. If you can afford to buy or lease, you won't be sorry. I love my Red Monster!
Carrera 2s
mark fisher, 01/19/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My seventh 911, and each successive model gets better and better. The car is now totally updated for the 21st century with huge improvements in handling, comfort, and performance. Have owned many premium automobiles (MB, BMW, Jaguar, Lexus, Corvette) and for my money, the 911S is simply the best car in the world.
2008 C4S
tigerC4S, 03/07/2010
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Coupe AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car feels like it was carved out of a solid block of steel ! Heard previous comments on Porsche's Bose stereo that were negative. Porsche must have listened because this Bose system is top notch. Navigation / Computer system is a bit complicated and makes you do more steps then usual to complete the task. I think they fixed this on the 2009s. Bluetooth also lacking. Over all though, this car feels great and is fun to drive daily or just on weekends ! Kudos to Porsche !
Glad I bought one!
BayAreaC4S, 05/15/2010
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Coupe AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Always wanted a Porsche but didn't think I would enjoy it this much. Feel very confident when driving on the highway or mountain roads. Power is always on tap and when you want to go, it moves! Handling is like being on a roller coaster . Built quality is top notch. Not as quite as my wife's Lexus but hearing the engine roar is beautiful too ! Bose Premium Stereo is wonderful. Clear, good highs and bass. Stereo / Nav. takes a bit of getting used to . More complicated then it really needs to be. Should have had Lexus engineered it. Over all this is a great car ! Love the opt. Sports Chrono / Stiffer shocks button ! Makes the C4S a different animal...
Love the '08 Carrera
Big Sky, 08/26/2017
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
First Porsche...could not be more impressed or pleased. Will keep this one a long, long time!
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Puts a smile on my face
JCK, 06/05/2021
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 2dr Convertible (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Couple rattles here and there, everything still works even after 14 years! Basic maintenance and some TLC it's all this car needs. This is just the basic model, but still so much fun. Keep it clean and drive it.
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How much for one that works
maxxx, 10/20/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned porsches since 1982, great cars, but what has happened to the quality. Buttons now fall off, electrical system fails - try losing your headlights at 65 on a windy road at midnight (I don't believe they switched to Lucas-but.....) and customer service that talks nice and does nothing. I just don't know, it's a blast to drive, but then again, it is a porsche, but then again, it's not the porsche I fell in love with
Best one Yet
Porsche is the best, 11/16/2009
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Coupe AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In April I decided to trade in my 2000 Carrera Cabriolet and upgrade to the Carrera 4S. While this is my 7th Porsche since 1978, it has by far the most improvement in any I have had. Obviously the AWD is a luxury along with the turbo wheels and tires and I have yet to hear a peep out of the tires regardless of how hard I push the car. The leather interior upgrade is well worth the price.
08 turbo cab tiptronic
daniel Minc, 03/03/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Went from an 06 c2s cab stick, to an 08 turbo cab tip. Love the power on demand, glued to the road feeling on country roads. The turbo definitely has a more planted feel on the twisties, probably due to the 4 wheel drive and more weight up front. The c2s felt very light up front with its go kart kind of feel. The main shock to me is how civilized the power train is. Not much of a snarl. no one will hear you and even starting it up is not a noticable event. It unfortunately lacks a killer exhaust note. My 06 C2s started with a snarl which was rewarding. The Tip is smooth as glass, no smg here, and it goes like hell too, but will it fulfill the boy racer desire? Maybe.
08 C4S Cab
Carl B., 04/06/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Convertible AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Porsche and somehow they just keep getting better and better. It's an amazingly civilized car around town. You think it's a pretty quick car until you realize that, most of the time, you're hardly pushing on the accelerator - but when you "floor it', you better be ready to shift because it'll hit the redline before you can blink. The handling borders on absurd. Supple leather seats are very comfortable. There really is no substitute!
Turbo Cab 2008
Smilemaker, 05/08/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Picked up "The Beast" a few days ago. Previously had a 2002 c2 cab. The power difference is exponential. This is the car I have been waiting for. Last car was tiptronic, This one is manual. I enjoyed the tip, but the manual is more fun.
Love my Porsche 911
Nicole P., 09/19/2016
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got this car as a present to myself for finiished my Master's Degree and I would buy it all over again!
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Great car
Chau, 12/27/2017
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car is great. Service record. People who own Porsche really take care of the car.
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The ultimate driving machine
JeffinGH, 06/19/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Coupe AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
After having 3 Corvette's I finally made the jump to a Porsche, or should I say leap. It's a different world with this Carrera 4S and talk about fun to drive? The rating of a 10 really doesn't do it justice, maybe a 16.
Awesome car
rbt808, 06/10/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my third 911, by far the best I had. Fun car to drive and love the handling on corner, great engine noise
The Best Super Car - 911 Turbo Cab Tip
Porscheman-WH, 06/22/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This 08 Turbo cab is my 5th Porsche, went from 06 C2 cab manual to 08 turbo cab tip and love it!! Because of the awd, it handles corners and twisty roads far much better than my 06 c2-S cab, the power is unbelievable & beyond, it feels very solid & sticks to the road. I wish it has aggressive exhaust note or at least as good as the c-2 S w/ sport chrono package. I hope that I will not miss the stick shift feel and continue to enjoy the tip S on my new turbo. Will see!
It is a perfect 9.9
GF, 02/27/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Yes my dear wife is the only perfect 10. The is the most seamless driving experience I have ever had. Like many others, I have had many exotic cars including previous Porsches. I have/had many Porsche turbos, but this non turbo car delivers the performance without the turbo kick in the rear. You just look down and see three figures on the "clock" pretty quick. Previously, I felt that Porsche suspension, brake, steering and transmission engineers did talk to each other. Now I think they have one guy and he is tops.
Awesome Vehicle!
walt, 04/22/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This Cab S is my fourth Porsche and my second 911, and the best one ever. This is truly a dream car and is so much fun to drive. The handling and speed is light years ahead of anything Porsche has put out on the streets and blows the completion away. The exterior and interior of this gem is perfect! Porsche I'm so proud of you; you done good!
tall Steve
steve, 05/18/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
awesome!! simply the best! worth every penny. my friends can't stop looking at this beast
Sweet
san antone, 05/29/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is a ton of fun to drive. I recommend the sport exhaust. Next car will be the turbo. I need to find a track as the speed and acceleration are intoxicating. I'm amazed at how smooth the engine is.
Best Turbo I’ve owned
Keyroyale, 02/08/2019
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car was a dream to own and drive. Kept it for four years. Beautiful vehicle. Just wanted to try the Corvette z-06.
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The Most Reliable Super Car Ever Built
Armando, 09/26/2021
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
480hp, Top Speed 194 mph, extremely reliable, can be a daily driver if you need it to be. Quiet yet powerful. Values increasing daily. Last of the real Porsches built by Porsche, not by Audi. Mezger GT1 engine which is also known to be "bullet proof". Great investment you can enjoy with great returns.
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Outstanding sports car
Chris Merlino, 04/11/2024
2008 Porsche 911 GT3 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Outstanding car dream car
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Well, it's my 4th one.....
Porscheguy, 06/10/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Since 2000, I've been the proud owner of 4 Carrera's, Just traded my 06 C2 Cab for this C2s coupe. What can I say? Porsche's are "the complete package". They provide super car performance, are great daily drivers, get decent fuel economy, are comfortable, good looking, reliable, have great resale value. Some cars give you some this - but none give it all to you like a Porsche. It truly is the "real deal".
911 S Conv.,6 speed stick sh.
Heinz Scheidemandel, 04/19/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S 2dr Convertible (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I traded in a 1989 Porsche 911 conv., which I liked a lot. The new one is in many ways a disappointment, although it also handles well. Has a great engine. It is loaded down with unneeded and and unwanted gadgetry, which distracts from the driving fun.The "integrated on board computer with stereo a.GPS" is awkward to use a. frustrating. No oil stick!!
My review
James, 02/09/2008
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2dr Convertible AWD (3.8L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car has been my worst nightmare. Problems started at 400 miles and have only gotten worse. The car has severe cowl shake and I believe that lead to a broken driver side window.
my baby
Norman mckoy, 10/27/2016
2008 Porsche 911 Turbo 2dr Coupe AWD (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Was involved in accident in 2007,but completely restored to pristine condition,all records available,dealer maintained,always garaged
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LF, 02/03/2019
updated 08/05/2019
2008 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 2dr Convertible AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
0 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a stunningly beautiful automobile. I don't drive it in the winter because I own other German cars that are more suited for snow, mud and the salted winter roads. The low milage is also due to the fact that I live at my summer home in MT, so I choose not to drive it down those dirt roads and you can't pick up more than 1 person at the airport. Never any trouble with it. Regular oil changes and of course tires as I burned thru a set of dreadful Yokohama Tires quickly till I switched to Bridgestone. It lives in a climate controlled garage and there is also a car wash in the building so I can hand wash it any time. I love this car and always find notes offering to buy it on the window. Its a beautiful Ruby Red metallic paint with a beige interior.
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Worst exotic imitation ever!
Bill Scallia, 01/02/2009
2008 Porsche 911 GT2 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
0 of 20 people found this review helpful
This car is not an exotic at all! It is not worth the price. I own several other exotic cars, and this is the worst! I enjoy my BMW M Roadster better. Here's why. I am not a huge fan of the design. I was hoping to do a longer road test, since I "heard" that the performance was "good". But, the dealer would only let me try it on traffic laden streets for around 2.5 miles. I THOUGHT it might do better, and so I enthusiastically bought it. Now, I regret it. I sold the car around 5 months after I purchased it for around 65% of the original value. I bought a Mercedes Benz AMG, and it is 500% better. Do not get this exotic want-to-be!