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Hannu, can't advise on which 996 unfortunately, however if it's any consolation that car you missed was not meant to be and there'll be a better one waiting for you I'm sure. A good start any way 911 and coupe ...... you could buy a cracking air cooled porka will your budget [;)] Good luck with your search
 
OK I know this subject has been discussed before but here goes as help/advice is required.
Just sold my immaculate 2000my Boxster 3.2s with full history and only 29000 miles on the clock [:eek:]

Anyway to cheer me up I'm now looking for my first and some (wife) may say only 911. Would like to buy from an OPC for warranty, finance and history comfort etc with a budget of 37k max.
Just miss what looked like my dream car, a Guards Red 996 2004my carrera 2wd with 32k on the clock, full history at £33k which had just been sold before I got the deposit together [:mad:].

I definitely want a coupe and looking round it would appear that I have a choice of 2wd and 4wd S coupe between 2002 and 2004my.
I know its an age old story but torn between the wide bodied looks of the 4 S and the possible down side of weight and service cost. Or would I be better off with a good 2wd 996 or wait of a 997 to come up within budget ???????/ [:)]
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There can be only one choice. On every count (performance/reliability/depreciation/looks) - The 996 turbo Although there is only one used turbo currently listed at the OPC network under £40k, IMO you shouldn't limit yourself to OPCs. Other specialists can offer better packages and a full Porsche Extended warranty (if bought before October 1st)
 
A C4S won't cost any more to service than a C2/C4. Although it is a bit heavier, it won't make a huge difference to performance. Rodney is correct, and 37K is definitely 2002 Turbo territory. It will cost you more to run than a N/A car though. You really need to drive them all, because they all have a different feel. The C2 is lighter and nimbler, the C4S is heavier and has a slightly more solid feel on the road, and the Turbo is electric. Don't rush, because there are plenty of cars on the market, and more appearing daily. Prices are continuing to slide as the market is getting saturated. You are in a strong position, so take advantage of it. Personally, I'd go for a reputable independent specialist rather than an OPC, but that's just my 2p's worth. Happy hunting!
 
I bet, whatever you lose on the extra running costs, you'll easily gain on lower depreciation and that's besides the performance difference.
 
Richard is right, definitely check out the Indie's - there are fantastic 996's around in every hue and model, take your time and choose well... good luck in the hunt.
 
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