Do we like front DRL LEDs on 997s now that we've had them for a while? - Page 3 - 6SpeedOnline

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06-29-2013 | 12:37 AM

Perk10

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Originally Posted by JB in AR

From what I've read, LED lights offer longer life, are less prone to failure from vibration, use less power to run, are more visible when lit, and illuminate a tad faster (brake lights). Other than improving the aesthetics of the car (subjective), the practical advantages of LED over incandescent bulbs are also there if one can justify the expense of retrofit. I still have my incandescents on my .1, but LED's are on the wish list after a few other priorities around the house...

By the way, one of the BIG improvements on the 991 is that Porsche FINALLY has an "auto" mode for the headlights, and I believe they may also now have daylight running lights, too. Welcome to the 21st century, Porsche. We've been waiting for you.

If you would rather fork over a grand or more for longer life so you don't have to pay a few bucks to replace a couple bulbs, then you don't need justification. Fact of the matter is you just want them. I have zero vibration and a strong new battery that runs my lights just fine. As far as illuminating more quickly - when in a situation where I feel as though I am slightly threatened in a traffic situation, I will brake early anyways so that is absolutely a moot point to me.

At the end of the day, go with what you WANT. No need to justify anything (to yourself at least, wife may be a different story)

Nice car by the way! Post some pics when the LED's are installed!

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