01 vs 02 differences
#16
Question: Are the early production 2001's the only one with the black "bumperettes" on the front like in the attached picture? I've been searching for an 01 but recall someone posting about staying away from the cars with the "bumperettes" because they were the very first 996tt's.
#17
Yup, the bumperretes are on the 1st production cars. Along with the solid spoke wheels. I dont think they are any different than the later 01's besides these issues. I have an 01' that I just picked up some hollow spokes for and will be going to a GT2 bumper soon. I wouldnt let these stear you away from an early 01 as you can change these out easily.
#18
Originally Posted by dgreen78
Yup, the bumperretes are on the 1st production cars. Along with the solid spoke wheels. I dont think they are any different than the later 01's besides these issues. I have an 01' that I just picked up some hollow spokes for and will be going to a GT2 bumper soon. I wouldnt let these stear you away from an early 01 as you can change these out easily.
I think the person's post was referring to staying away from the earlier production 2001's because of bugs, glitches, etc. not just because of the bumperettes.
#21
Originally Posted by Smoltz
I've heard this as well but I'm not sure I beleive it. What is the reason for the weight difference?
-Adam
-Adam
Seriously, I think there might have been some additional body stiffening that added weight.
#22
Originally Posted by AG996LV
I've heard the same thing, not sure why. Must be a heavy glovebox.
Seriously, I think there might have been some additional body stiffening that added weight.
Seriously, I think there might have been some additional body stiffening that added weight.
Originally Posted by Divexxtreme
2001: 5
2002: 6
2003 and newer: 7
2002: 6
2003 and newer: 7
Last edited by gtr; 01-16-2007 at 06:51 PM.
#23
Originally Posted by Divexxtreme
No bugs or glitches at all. The only difference is the Bumperettes. You'll need to replace the front bumper cover to get rid of them.
#25
Originally Posted by CarNerd
Whoa! Thanks guys! I suppose i'll be on the look out for an 01 turbo soon. Thanks!
#26
Originally Posted by buddyg
Always buy the latest model year you can afford that is typical advice for any car. They are always improved year to year.
2003 $93k
2002 $84k
2001 $72k.....negotiated to $69k
The cars were in similar condition with appropriate mileage (per year averages were similar). The 2001 was actually better optioned.
OK, you can't tell me the other cars, (very shallow in the depreciation curve) were better deals.
And yes, I have bumperettes......but so does the 993TT. I thought I'd dump them, but they don't detract from the car's good looks really at all.
#29
I have an 01 with 50,000 miles. I had the bumperettes removed and the bumper repaired (cheap), that also eliminated the need for bumper plugs (sorry Eric). I have numerous interior and engine upgrades (chip, exhaust, air box). I agree with Buddy G that you should always buy the lastest model, but in the case of the 01's, maybe the workman were more careful and prideful with the early models because they had to know what a ground breaking car they were building and their pride had to be at an all time high. Just a theory but many 01 members are very happy
#30
Originally Posted by ritchieswimwear
I have an 01 with 50,000 miles. I had the bumperettes removed and the bumper repaired (cheap), that also eliminated the need for bumper plugs (sorry Eric). I have numerous interior and engine upgrades (chip, exhaust, air box). I agree with Buddy G that you should always buy the lastest model, but in the case of the 01's, maybe the workman were more careful and prideful with the early models because they had to know what a ground breaking car they were building and their pride had to be at an all time high. Just a theory but many 01 members are very happy