New to 997 from 996. Need advise

[eso1968]

Hi guys,

been a while since my last post as I have sold my 1998 996 C2 about 1/2 year ago. I just kept worrying about the RMS issue after read more and more info about this technical problem. Since then, I have been thinking of another 996 which has been a 996 Turbo manual. Anyway, to cut short, I gave up this idea as it is so hard to find a good condition one here where I live.

Then some Porsche owner advised me to consider a 997 instead. Finally after months of hunting, I managed to buy a 2005 997 C2S in low mileage (38,000km) and very good condition from a friend. Most importantly, the price I was offered, I almost could not resist.

Now, as I am new with 997, I would like to know if a few things should be consider as modifications. The car comes with almost full options which include the PCM, Sport Chrono, Sport Suspension, and multi-function steeling wheel.

1. For the steering, the problem is that the +/- shift buttons are so small which makes it hard to press when driving. May I know if a later model (round air-bag) can be replaced, or even a paddle shift one can be installed?

2. Besides, the car is completely standard, the front bumper seem a bit weir, I know there should be a front bumper lip available, can someone please help to indicate if there are choices of front lip available in the market for me?

3. Yesterday when I pass by my friend's tyres shop, he told me he has a set of forged wheels with tyres from a turbo which he can sell to me at 1/2 the price. The size is 305/30/R19, will this fit to my C2S?

4. Furthermore, the standard riding height seems a bit on the high side, can anyone tell me if this standard susension can be set a bit lower without changing the shockers?

It will be much appreciated if someone can provide me further info on these issue.

Thank you

Edited June 24, 2012 by eso1968

[phillipj]

1.Here is a link for your steering wheel question. It will give you an idea of what your options are. They are not cheap.....

http://www.renntech.org/forums/topic/20407-tipronic-shift-paddles-and-tiptronic-software/

2. This is the aerokit upgrade for your front bumper cover.

http://www.suncoastparts.com/product/997777.html?Category_Code=997s_aerokit

3. Turbo wheels will not fit on your car.. It is not a "widebody"...

4. Unfortunetly the only thing you can do about the ride height is "lower" the car.. Eibach makes a spring set that will lower the car about 3/4 of an inch. The ride is still good. The car will handle better and look better.. But you will sacrifice a bit of ride comfort..

Good luck with your new car!