996.1 ownership thread

jimmy p · 24 Mar 2016

Personally i prefer the look of the original rear lights, its an old car and doesnt suit the newer style lights imo. Looks a very nice condition car, enjoy

Lj911 · 25 Mar 2016

Great looking car, the 996.1 is just such a clean simple shape.....it really does have a lot in common visually with the 60's cars :thumbs:
Your car has nice spec, good colour combo, wheels, dash of carbon, sports seats, I would maybe change the steering wheel to the three spoke item but not essential, think I'd definately change the rear lights to the smoked/clear porsche items......

Look fwd to more pics when you pick her up, exciting!

sackerley · 25 Mar 2016

I'd never really noticed the steering wheel. Do they normally come with 3 spoke wheels?

I agree about the rear lights. I'm going to hold judgment until I see them but may change them to standard units in the future.

996lee · 25 Mar 2016

sackerley said:
I'd never really noticed the steering wheel. Do they normally come with 3 spoke wheels?

I agree about the rear lights. I'm going to hold judgment until I see them but may change them to standard units in the future.

They take about 10 minutes to change over if you don't like them I have them on mine and love them and think they look even better at night (can post a pic if you'd like?)
I'm sure you'd be able to work out a deal for a swap with oe lights with someone that would be looking to go the LED route if you did want to change :thumb:

Jay Man · 25 Mar 2016

Car looks great, welcome to the 996.1 owners club. I had the same steering wheel on my 1998 Boxster as you. The 993's too, I have three spoke on my 996 which is much better but still suprisingly thin compared to more modern cars and the clubsport on my 3.2.

sackerley · 26 Mar 2016

996lee that would be great if you could post a nighttime pic of the LED's. Much appreciated.

I've had a quick look at the cost of a genuine 3 spoke wheel... Near enough £900 at Design911... Ouch! I think the 4 spoke will be fine for now! Although I have to agree that they do look better.

996lee · 26 Mar 2016

Here you go buddy :thumb:

Day

Night

And think they match the 3rd brake light nicely

sackerley · 26 Mar 2016

They look really good, thanks for putting them up. They do match the 3rd light really well, is that standard?

Phil 997 · 26 Mar 2016

Those LEDs look so much better than the stock lights, finishes the back nicely Lee. I think the 997.1 stock lights look dated let alone the 996. the LEDs freshen it up without going OTT. :thumb:

996lee · 26 Mar 2016

Yes buddy standard 3rd brake light :thumb:

@phil my thoughts exactly :thumb:

gh27 · 27 Mar 2016

Think I will change mine to the led ones .Were is best to order from ?

Phil 997 · 27 Mar 2016

gh27 said:
Think I will change mine to the led ones .Were is best to order from ?

I used dectane to upgrade my 997.1 and they are good dectaine and depo are the same thing, if you looking at USA sites there called Depo over there

http://www.dectane-tuning.com/led-t...-996-97-06-red-crystal-rpo04dlrc_4978452.html

http://www.supertweaks.com/porsche/...a-996-rear-led-997-2-style-tail-lights-smoked

Phil 997 · 27 Mar 2016

These look like an led version of the stock 996 lights so might be a better option for those that prefer to stay more stock looking but still upgrade to LEDs

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/1311...ff12=67&ff13=80&ff14=122&ff19=0&ul_noapp=true

http://www.design911.co.uk//fu/prod...Porsche-996/?gclid=CIWmjrH54MsCFRATGwod-skOdA

sackerley · 31 Mar 2016

I have just heard from the dealer that the car will be ready for pick up on Saturday! Its currently having a full paint correction, ceramic coating etc following its service and few bits and pieces sorted. :thumbs:

I've got my Insurance sorted with through Classic Line - they gave a far better quote than anyone else.

Now I need to book my train. A 4 hour trip to Oxford... it sounds a drag but... I can't wait for the drive back!

Osh · 31 Mar 2016

Great stuff m8 - don't forget, lots of piccies please and a write up of your drive home. We need a full description of how wide the smile is on your face.

Osh

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