I’ve just been driving a 2005 Porsche 997 Carrera Cabriolet. I’d forgotten just how sweet the 3.6-litre 997 engine is. It’s a beautifully free-revving unit that embodies all that is great and fun about 911 engines. Indeed, I prefer it to the 3.8-litre Carrera S engine; sure it’s more powerful but it just doesn’t feel as eager. This is great news for buyers, as most people are brainwashed into wanting a Carrera S, which makes the standard Carrera better value for money. Less outlay for more fun – that’s a win-win in my book.
Porsche sellers – dodgy dealings
Here in the UK the Porsche community is tight knit and, on the whole, everyone gets on well. I spend a lot of time with