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4th June 2003, 23:58
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Poll: 993TTS or 996TT, which one you'd like better
Hi,
I recently started paying attention to the 911 turbos, and am totally overwhelmed by the 993TTS.
Since sampling Greg's 996TT, I have always thought that it is probably the most beautiful and intoxicating Porsche out thus far. That is until I started checking out the 993TTS.  I don't know anyone who owns one so I guess I'll never have a chance for a ride, but from what I read on the net, this is an awesome car.
I'm not looking to buy either one, (my investments in the lottery have yet to pay dividends  ) but just curious: Amongst you enthusiasts here on this board, which one you'd like better, and why?
If someone can post some pics of these cars, I'd much appreciate it. Also, as a long-term keeper, is the 996TT much more reliable than the 993TT?
Thanks for your education.
CP
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5th June 2003, 00:16
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TTS- definitely. The S is so exclusive with all the additional model-specific upgrades that it is the ultimate air-cooled 911. The 996TT is common compared to the TTS.
I'd take either without argument though
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5th June 2003, 00:17
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The 993 Turbo S is one of my dream cars. Talk about ultra rare. I remember when Car and Driver tested it in a nice comparo test
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5th June 2003, 00:22
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The 993 twin turbo S is a very cool car, and was a very limited edition (only 181 sent to US) It has 424hp,a carbon fiber interior, and special body kit....It represents the final, most powerful, air-cooled Porsche available in the US. They range in price from 150k for a bubble enclosed garage queen, to 90k for a used/driven car. I like the body and aesthetics of the 993 better, but I think a 996tt x-50 would beat it around most any track. Both cars are really desireable but by far, the 993 s is in a different league in terms of rarity and collectability. 993 s will probably hold it's value better than any 996.
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5th June 2003, 00:45
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My jaw drops when I see a 996TT.
I've seen dozens.
I get goosebumps when I even think about the Turbo S.
I've seen 2.
For me, the Turbo S, like the 959, is the Holy Grail of modern Porsches.
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5th June 2003, 00:46
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There's a 993 turbo S in my area. Only caught a glimpse of those yellow brakes once (its ALWAYS in the garage) but boy was it beautiful.
Pong, are you going to make it to concorso this year? I have seen at least one in the porsche corral each year I have been.
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5th June 2003, 00:47
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Given the choice, I'll pick 993 TTS all the way, one of my favorites!
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5th June 2003, 00:49
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Quote:
Originally posted by M5Ted
There's a 993 turbo S in my area. Only caught a glimpse of those yellow brakes once (its ALWAYS in the garage) but boy was it beautiful.
Pong, are you going to make it to concorso this year? I have seen at least one in the porsche corral each year I have been.
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Ted,
I'm gonna be in Canada that weekend, so must pass. Nice family trip planned.
Enjoy the event and lots of pics for me please.
Thanks.
CP
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5th June 2003, 01:07
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Look @ these
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5th June 2003, 01:17
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993 Turbo S - hands down..although I also like the 964 turbo s
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