2005 Porsche 911 Consumer Reviews

2005 C4S

Written by: mark fisher on 02/08/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S AWD 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

My 4th Porsche 911, and each one has gotten better and better. This one is by far the best of all: it has more speed, comfort, luxury, handling. In this modern world, it is nice to know that the 911 remains one of those special cars, and as the old ad says, "there is no substitute"...still.

Favorite Features

The performance, styling, and uniqueness.

Suggested Improvements

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Are We There Yet?

Written by: lol on 12/30/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I recently changed from a Porsche 911 996 to a 997s. The 997 is more of a car in terms of value for the money. It is gorgeous to look at and a huge improvement over the 996. The Sports Chrono package is a great boy's toy. I find the sport setting too much on twisty bumpy roads, it seems to become unsettled. I will save the setting for track days or maybe I just need to drive it more and find just how good it is!

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Add a heads up display as in the BMW M5.

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A True Driver's Car

Written by: Steve on 10/27/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 GT3 Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

My Dad purchased a 996 GT3 a couple months ago and all I can say is WOW! We had the privelege of driving the car on the track and it is unbelievable. The car sticks like glue and the carbon ceramic brakes are extremely powerful. He just had a new exhaust installed and the engine sounds even better than it did before. If you're looking for a car that can be used as a daily driver and also take to the track on the weekends, this is your car.

Favorite Features

The engine, brakes, handling, seats.....the list goes on and on.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing, the car is perfect the way it is.

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No Garage Queen Here

Written by: Ed on 10/02/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

After logging 1,000+ miles in the first 2.5 weeks of ownership, I can already tell it will be difficult to keep the annual mileage under 15,000. It is that much fun and that easy to drive. The 6-speed transmission and clutch are no problem, even in heavy traffic. I went for the "S" over the base, after realizing that I would be adding PASM, xenon lights and a sport steering wheel to the base model. So the net difference for the bigger engine and 30 extra horsepower was "only" about $6,000. I highly recommend the Sport Chrono for the enhanced throttle response. The navigation system is OK, but not as good as Acura's. My two daughters, 7 & 10, fit reasonably comfortably in the back seats. This is the ultimate "family car"!

Favorite Features

World class power and handling. Excellent fit and finish. Refined interior and exterior design (from 996). Ease of driving - easy to shift, quiet at cruising speeds, begs to be driven! Upgraded Bose sound system best I've heard in a car - noticably better than my Acura TL.

Suggested Improvements

Navigation system is OK, but could use some help from Acura. Porsche's mile long list of options can be confusing. Take your time to fully understand, before you order/buy.

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Street Legal Race Car

Written by: Silver GT3 on 09/06/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 GT3 Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Just one thing comes to mind everytime I drive my GT3. Incredible. To be able to drive a Cup car on the streets is a real treat. The sound of the engine is mesmerizing. I find myself shifting at high RPM each time just to hear it. The acceleration, brakes and handling are out of this world. I had a 2003 996 Carrera before this and it is night and day difference. This car is very rough and loud, but that is what I like about it. It is the essence of a Porsche and pure driving pleasure. My only regret is that I didn't get one sooner. Everyone I've taken out on a ride is spellbound. My wife makes me take her out at least twice per week. Get one and enjoy it.

Favorite Features

Engine, brakes and handling. Ride height a little low for street use, but this can be adjusted.

Suggested Improvements

None. Make all Porsches like this. This should be the base model!

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I love this car

Written by: hfloeffler on 07/29/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This car is a pleasure to drive. It performs effortlessly on city streets and outrageously well on the highway. On winding country hillside roads the performance is astounding. The active suspension system (PASM) kicks in and pulls the car level in the hardest turns. You finish a turn with the feeling that there were no "G" forces at all. The interior is terrific.

Favorite Features

The engine, transmission, suspension, sports active seats, body appearance, sound system, navigation system, all leather option, red brake calipers, sunroof, and the engine "Growl".

Suggested Improvements

A way to close the trunk (in front) without having to leave finger prints.

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If you like raw speed and handling

Written by: Bruce on 07/27/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 GT3 Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is the essence of sports car driving. A little rough as a daily driver but if you like track events you shouldn't buy anything else. A true race bred street legal piece of machinery. You'll have tons of fun answering silly questios from the kids in the tricked out Civics! If you can afford it....buy it!

Favorite Features

Handling, power, and the best brakes in the world!

Suggested Improvements

None

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Finest Automobile made

Written by: royalpar1 on 07/10/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Cabriolet (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is the finest auto made, hand made, and the fun factor is thru the roof. Where can you get a street legal race car which is affordable to drive?

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

More standard than options, or just raise the price

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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997 Carrerra

Written by: Sergio on 06/11/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera S Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.8L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is a beautiful, sporty, and amazing machine! Unlike the older model, (996) this 2005 has all the retro Porsche styling along with the smoothest, quickest, and most firm 6 speed I've ever experienced! Top speed, don't even ask....

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Porsche - There is no substitute

Written by: dht on 06/10/2005

Vehicle

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera Rwd 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

While giving more than lip service to comfort, the new 911 has improved on its already awesome acceleration and handling. I have a "base" model Carrera w/ few options and it delivers handling, class, and admiring comments wherever I travel. I paid $69,000 for my C2 model and have not regretted it -- the extra 10 to 15K for the S model didn't seem worth the extra dollars. I test drove both the Carrera and the Carrera S, and there was no real discernible performance improvement for the extra bucks.

Favorite Features

Handling -- I've had mine at 145 mph and it feels rock-solid with a powerful reserve (supposed to do 177 mph per Porsche, but I doubt I'll ever take it that fast on a public road).

Suggested Improvements

Porsche is shameless in their nickle and dime-ing customers for options that should be standard equipment. Its just plain unseemly and cheap behavior for such a fine automaker!

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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