Some here will argue this will not be a "huge" improvement. But if it's 385 hp with the new stripped + LED tail and front, plus the PDK along with all the other goodies then I'd say the improvements are excellent and I WANT ONE . I can't wait to find out if there will still be an X51 package AND if the rumor is true all 997's will be widebody's!

 

I can't wait for the DSG to come out on them

 

Says 15 hp gain in both engines (S goes to 370hp).

7 speed dual clutch gearbox is also mentioned

 

Holy crap! Here's the official press release from Porsche! Straight from Rennteam again. Surprises In summary: PDK w/ launch control, Limited slip diff standard for AWD models, red stripe for AWD models, 385hp for S, 345hp for non-S, steering wheel heating, North America release on 9/20/08!

There's more, but you can click the link and read
http://www.rennteam.com/showflat.php...&page=0#438469

 

lets trade in mine now

 

That's is really specific info - the first I've seen. Thanks for posting Spyder. I'm psyched to get my first Porsche. Can' wait to test drive the 09 4S with PDK. Now for the prices?

 

Very cool...someone should send Car and Driver a copy of this lol...

 

send?
You mean "sell"?

 

I did not see any mention of the PowerKit ... also the red reflector strip is on the 4's (all wheel drive) only ...i wonder if the new upgraded key won't unintentionally open the trunk when bumped

 

If we trade, we are gonna get crushed.

 

Neil don't worry. I'll give you $45K for your car. So get to the dealer and get yours ordered.

 

So any guesses regarding performance for the Carrera and Carrera S? PDK vs Manual?

Given that the Sport Chrono PDK function features "Launch control, race-track gearshift strategy, and Sport Plus" it looks like Porsche has yet again made the automatic version faster, and at an additional cost (see tiptronic 997TT for details)!

There are a few more options I'm curious about: Ventilated seats? Limited slip diff on a PASM tuned sport suspension (In Europe for the 997 mkI, you could either buy standard, PASM, -20mm sports suspension)? TV tuner? I'm sure this isn't part of the weight savings options...

I'm excited to read about the new details, but unless this thing smokes the competition with its 345hp and 385hp, I'll be sticking with my 997S mkI. But damn that Porsche marketing! The facelift is already starting to grow on me, and I haven't even seen the car in person yet !

 

So there is one important question:

How Much?

 

I guess they got the extra 30HP by adding the Plenum.

 

I told you when i started the post 385hp. Install the Plenum. 355 HP Neil get a EVO SC. that is what i am doing. 490HP