Overview & Reviews

While the traditional 911 lines have been retained, just about everything else has changed on Porsche's flagship. Notable changes to the 2005 Porsche 911 include more powerful engines, a new transmission, variable-ratio rack-and-pinion steering, an adjustable suspension and new seating options in a redesigned passenger compartment.

• Pinpoint steering, effortless acceleration, awe-inspiring brakes, the rhythmic sound of a powerful flat six, comfortable cockpit.

• Relatively small fuel tank, useless rear seats, outlandish option prices.

User Reviews:

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  The most satisfying car to own - 2005 Porsche 911
  By art_from_fl - May 12 - 4:00 pm

  I bought a used 2005 (997) 911 Carrera Coupe with Tiptronic 7 month ago. This is my first Porsche, and cant deny I expected to be a nice experience; this car has given me a lot of satisfaction and went beyond my high expectations. The handling at any speed is amazing.

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  Finest Automobile made - 2005 Porsche 911
  By royalpar1 - April 15 - 7:10 am

  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?

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  Amazing! - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Steven - April 7 - 5:53 am

  This car is simply amazing. It is the best sports car under $100,000, bar none. It is fast, holds the road better than most, and the steering is telepathic.This is my first Porsche, and now I understand all the hype.

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  No Garage Queen Here - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Ed - March 18 - 8:03 am

  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 Acuras. My two daughters, 7 & 10, fit reasonably comfortably in the back seats. This is the ultimate "family car"!

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  Street Legal Race Car - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Silver GT3 - February 13 - 1:33 am

  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 didnt get one sooner. Everyone Ive taken out on a ride is spellbound. My wife makes me take her out at least twice per week. Get one and enjoy it.

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  A True Drivers Car - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Steve - October 15 - 3:23 pm

  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 youre 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.

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  Porsche - There is no substitute - 2005 Porsche 911
  By dht - September 9 - 2:10 pm

  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 didnt 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.

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  Porsche 997S - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Jim - March 22 - 8:43 pm

  Porsche delivers with this car! As an owner of the three prior 911 versions, this one is a BIG step forward and wont disappoint!

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  Outstanding - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Ben W. - March 22 - 4:53 am

  This is absolutely the finest and most enjoyable automobile I have ever experienced. I have not been in the Ferrari or Lamborghini, but there is no dealership in my area. A 30 year track record of building fine sports cars is abundantly apparent in the design and manufacture of this wonderful automobile.

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  Porsche-there is no substitute - 2005 Porsche 911
  By Tim Hagen - March 23 - 12:40 am

  Porsche is the best built car in the world. The braking, handling, and over all performane is second to none. Overall quality and attention to details create a vehile that only a true enthusiast would appreciate, and understand what a real "driving machine" is all about. Porsche has won more races that any mark, and their road cars are prove that evolution, is superior to" revolution"