I live in the Boston area and am contemplating buying a new 911 Carrera 4s; however, it would need to be my year round all-weather car. Have others successfully driven in winter weather in a 4s? The sales folks all say it’s not a problem with appropriate winter tires. I’m a bit weary of the low clearance. I was hoping to ask the owners here. Thanks for your help and input!

 

I don't own a 911, but I have seen a few in the winter where I live. As long as your not going through unplowed snow, I don't think you will have a major issue. Good set of winter tires works wonders. Good luck.

 

911's with winter tires are fantastic in the snow the rear engine gives them great snow traction. But if you get stuck in snow more than about five or 6 inches you're screwed because then you run out of ground clearance.

 

I agree with sdg1871.
I live in Michigan and we get a good amount of snow every year.
I’ve been driving my 997 C2 (daily) with winter tires with no problem. Other cars usually have more problems than me.
Looking at ordering a 992 C4S soon. I expect it to be even better.

 

I think you need to set your expectations. You aren't driving a 911 with 6 inches of ground clearance through 8-10 inches of snow. You may find yourself high centered and stuck.

There is no question that a 911 on snow tires will work well in the snow - but there are limits.

 

agree--live Wisconsin, use all the time

 

Hate to say what was already stated, but with snow tires and winter rims, you'll be fine on traction.
Your main issue will be ground clearance. The first time you hit that melon sized slush ball with a core of ice and hear the THWHUMPT against your front splitter, you're going to scream bloody murder.
The first time you get high sided on a road crown because you've been snowplowing for the last 1/4 mile, you're going to scream bloody murder as well.

 

I drive my rear wheel drive 991.2 every day in Connecticut. You need winter tires on any sports car once the ambient temps drop below 40. Summer tires get very slick in low temps without any precipitation involved.

The 911 is great in the snow. The clearance is not such a big issue. Ive had mine in 8-10 inches of snow. Not ideal, but I didn't get stuck (unless a significant hill is involved).

PIECE OF ADVICE to winter 911 drivers, switch to the non-sport spoiler if its not on your car already. The sport spoiler (which I use in the non-winter months) will scoop snow. It's not only lower, but the design traps snow. The base spoiler is great, because while it looks wimpy, it is better in unplowed snow, and bonus - the ground clearance is significantly improved for pulling in and out of driveways etc...

Good luck. Safe driving.

DRP