Is the 997 a Mezger engine?
The “Mezger” engines in the 2009 and earlier 997 Turbo produced about 480 horsepower and aside from a few potential coolant leak issues this is a largely faultless engine. In a Goldilocks world of cars, the 997 Turbo is ‘just right’.
When did the Porsche 997 Turbo Cabriolet come out?
Porsche AG announced on May 7, 2007 that the 911 Turbo Cabriolet would go on sale in September 2007. The Porsche 997 Turbo Cabriolet became one of the fastest convertible sports cars in production.
What’s the MOT rate on a Porsche 997?
These early cars have proved reliable and used 997s enjoy a first-time MoT pass rate in excess of 85% (with minor headlight problems the most common cause of failure). As is usual with the Porsche 911, the model range quickly expanded and Carrera 4 and 4S, Turbo and GT3 variants arrived over the next couple of years, along with a 204mph GT2.
Is the Porsche 997 Carrera a manual car?
This article applies to the Porsche 997 Carrera and Turbo models (2005-2008). This article does not apply to the GT cars (Porsche 997 GT3 and GT2). The GT cars were only delivered with manual gearboxes. So if you are considering getting an automatic gearbox, the GT cars are not what you are looking for.
Is there going to be a Porsche 911 Turbo S?
The 911 Turbo’s 3400-pound weight, lower center of gravity, and low drag and lift should more than compensate for its small power deficit. Are more-powerful versions of this Turbo on the way? Yes. Expect a Turbo S model with more than 500 horsepower in a few years, as well as a hard-edged GT2 model.
When did the Porsche 997 Turbo come out?
This article applies to the 997 Porsche Turbo (2005-2012). The 997 was produced by Porsche from 2005 to 2012. Compared to its 911 predecessors, the design of this car features a sharp exterior, significantly better electronics, and dual-clutch automatic gearbox technology.
Is the Porsche 911 Turbo all wheel drive?
With all-wheel drive and 473 hp, Porsche’s all-new 911 Turbo is the fastest yet. This is the sixth generation of the 911 Turbo. What could possibly be new about this new model? It has a new turbocharged engine with variable-geometry turbos that make 473 horsepower and 502 pound-feet of torque—58 horses and 87 pound-feet more than the last one.
Where did the 911 Turbo I am selling come from?
The pre-2009 facelift 911 Turbo I am selling—also known as the 997.1—unleashes that hooligan spirit even further, while still retaining the stock 997’s civility and refinement. It left the factory in Zuffenhausen, Stuttgart, in April of 2007 and was sold to the original owner in good ol’ Houston, Texas, one month later.
What’s the peak torque of a Porsche 911?
The variable-geometry turbos on the new VTG engine virtually eliminate turbo lag above 2000 rpm. The peak torque of 502 pound-feet is available for 10 seconds during a special overboost mode of 20.9 psi. Normal peak torque is 457 pound-feet.