Is the Porsche 911 997.2 a future classic? 

I have a 997.2 turbo manual transmission. The best of the best! Last 911 turbo with manual transmission and hydraulic steering. Love it! Will never sell it

I currently have a 997.2 4S Cabrio. 28k miles of which I put 15k. By far my favorite Porsche of several that I have owned. For that matter, it is the best sports car that I’ve owned. I also was nervous about the PDK. Always had manual. The PDK is awesome. I do wish that I had the paddle shifts. Last year, I almost went crazy and considered selling and “upgrading” to a 992. After much thought, looks, value , research etc. I’ve decided to keep it. The 997.2 S/4S will be a 993 964 type porsche classic. Cheers!

Definitely the ultimate classic 911 sweet spot. Especially the 2011 year with the refined PDK. Like the aero kit, especially the front grill. Tons of power matched with reliability. Best of all, you drive it so you can truly enjoy it! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼. I purchased an 2004 CS4 cab with 100,000 miles five years ago when I retired, and since I’ve added another 37,000 miles. I’m planning on figuring out my options at 200,000 miles. It drives fantastic with the stock set up. We are probably both members in PCA Region 8, so hope to meet you sooner or later. I’m not the most active member since I love to cycle on weekends. Best! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼

My dad just picked up a 997.2 C2S PDK with 24,000 miles on it. Such an amazing car!

Nice! I jumped last year from a 2000 996.1 C2 convertible to a 2010 997.2 S C2 convertible. Loving it. Thanks for your review.

155k on my 997.2 C4S, great car

142k miles on my 09 C2 Manual 997.2 here in UK, had 115k when I bought it in 18. No mechanical issues since I've had it apart from usual wear and tear. It is our only car, lives outside on the driveway, and does both grocery store runs and track days!

You ask the question: "Is it a future classic?" No! It's already a classic!! All your observations and emotions resonate with me too. I have a 2012 Carrera GTS. Whether daily commutes or long distance touring it lights a fire within.

Just got me my first 911 and it’s a 997.2 coupe pdk. So stoke! Great video Doc!

I think the 996 headlights actually were inspired by the 911GT1. That's what I've always called the headlights.

Gotta love the DFI engine on these 997.2, so robust and pulls really hard! It's definitely a future classic and will surely go up in value.

I have an ‘09 C2 convertible with PDK now with 54k miles. I drive it almost every day. I love it.

People buy Porsches for various reasons. Some people buy Porsches for prestige, some buy Porsches for their speed, some buy Porsches for their looks, but if you’re looking for a true, seat of your pants, sports car driving experience, I believe the 997.2 is the ultimate Porsche. There’s no question that Porsche improves their cars with each model year, but with the 991 Porsche changed the 911 forever, and for the pure race car driving experience, not for the better. I say that for two obvious reasons: first, the 991 abandoned hydraulic steering for electric steering resulting in an insulated road feel through the steering wheel. Likewise, the 991 is longer, wider and heavier than the 997, again adding additional separation between the driver and the road. Additionally, the 997 is the last “pure” Porsche, as the 991 was developed under the umbrella of Volkswagon. So, if a true race car driving experience is your main reason for buying a Porsche, I am firmly in the camp that believes the 997 generation is the way to go. I have owned two 997’s. I had a 2007 997.1 Carrera 4 which I absolutely loved. I tracked that car and had a ball watching Corvettes in my run group spin out as they tried to keep up with me through the turns. I recently purchased a 2009 997.2 Carrera 4S Cabriolet and I love the newer engine and the upgraded center dash. Driving these cars is an absolute driving pleasure, sure to bring a wide smile to your face. I honestly don’t think you could go wrong with either 997 version (IMS bearing concerns aside). As far as the future value is concerned, for those of us who prefer a naturally aspirated engine, these cars should definitely appreciate as the 991.2 started Porsche’s journey on the turbo-only road. So that’s my humble 2 cents on the subject. I hope this is helpful to some potential buyers.

My '06 997.1 has 113k and I put 101k on it, including daily driver stuff, many track days at Road Atlanta and Atlanta Motorsports Park, and road trips like going from ATL to Cinci or Tampa for kids sports weekends. It's been super-reliable and I enjoy doing my own maintenance on it. I think that would have been a good add to the video - including everything else you mentioned, it's easy to work on yourself

Great car! Love this Gen! 997.2 Coupes (particularly Manuals) will be rare & big $$ in the future 📈

Dr. Kyle, you are so right about those cars meant to be driven ! Thank you ! I daily a 997.2 and a 987.2

The 997.2 will definitely go up in price! definitely a classic and definitely fun to drive!Porsche got this car so right!! And the 997.2 GTS! ❤

Great vid, so cool that you’ve had the opportunity to put some miles on your car. I’m in SoCal as well, just put some miles on the 997.2 CS this morn! Keep the content coming..

Fantastic review,greetings from Australia

Great description, very well done.

I have a 2010 997.2 Targa 4s and I absolutely love it! I'm approaching 95K miles and a few cylinders are starting to misfire so I stopped driving it until I have the time to change out the plugs and coil packs which I hope will fix the problem..

@Dr. Kyle Stanley. Great video. I’m 99% sure this was my fathers car. He bought it new and sold it with about 35k miles on it for a gt3. What a great car it was and great spec. How long have you owned the car? Glad to see it’s well taken care of.

Great video, love mine 👌

Nice car doc. I’m a 997.2 C2 owner for the past 2 years. Previously owned a Cayman 987.1 and a 991.1 C2 and i find the 997.2 the perfect balance of modern and classic. A real keeper! Ps. Love your classic targa!

Great video

Drinking game. A shot every time he says classic. I’ve had my 997.2 C2S PDK for 2 weeks now. Loving it so far, I feel the same way about the pdk. Not sure I did the right thing but with nerve damage in my left foot I needed PDK. I know it’s gonna grow on me in time and I can wait!

Absolutely I have a 997.1 Carrera s and it is true rocket not mention a reliable friend 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾👑

One of the only cars I like in white. Very nice!

It would look classic if it had the original retractable spoiler. The aero kit soils it.

Great Video! Thanks for sharing. I'm looking into a 997.2 C2S PDK. Have you had any issues with the PDK? Any recommendations for maintenance on the PDK? Starting to hear some rumblings regarding PDK issues especially with high mileage Porsches. Would love to hear your experience and get your insight. Thanks in advance!

Great video! Lots of cool stuff I learned a few things too! Dr Kyle is a stud

Don’t forget, Last of the analog hydraulic steering with direct feedback from the road Now it’s electronically controlled motor driven steering with a ‘fake’ feedback manufactured by the computer.

If I’m going to own a normally aspirated, non-GT 911 the 997.2 is it. And I do; it’s fantastic. The only version I might love more is the 2014 40th Anniversary….but it’s double (or more) the price.

This video has made me feel guilty about my 997.2 C4S with 8,000 miles on it. I really need to just get it out there and drive more often...

Omg, love this one🤩

Meant to be driven! Nice review.. I own a 997.2 C2 base and a 987.2 base.. daily struggle which one i drive... both are fantastic cars.. 911 has more power .. prefer the turn in on a 987..

I have the same 997.2 2011 C4S without the aero kit, my least favorite part are the rear lights. I don’t like the sharp pointy end.

The big issue I'm facing on 997.2 is that you have a 3% higher interest rate to buy one because it is prior to 2013. It's either cash or a 9% interest rate. I don't particularly want to pay cash. So, I might be forced into a modern model simply for that reason. Also explains why prices tend to drop off prior to 2013 because people don't want to or can't get loans for them.

Nice. Consider this, some new 991.2 911’s and even some 992 only have 380-400 bhp. Same As this. I’ve a C4S here in the U.K. what part of LA are you in? South bay?

the last generation with naturally aspirated AND hydraulic steering, should be worth something - the bigger question for porsche values long term is regulation on which states you can drive them in as states like CA crack down on older gas powered cars

Hey Doc, what tint did you get? I'm about to receive my 2011 Carrera, and I think your tint is a great balance of visibilkity and aesthetics.

Nice car Doc, but get some Fuchs and get a Ducktail spoiler, that aero wing doesn't do the car justice! Cheers

I have both the 997.2 2009 C4S 6-sp Cab and the 1986 3.2 M491 Targa

I just purchased 997.2 with 61,000 miles. Picking it up this Saturday.

No doubt 997.2 is a terrific 911, probably my choice among the water-cooled cars. 991/992 got a bit large. But the 964 and 993 are both VERY daily drivable, and the 964 had the original 911 silhouette and mechanical feel. They really are usable and historic at the same time. The 3.2s are also great cars, but the comfort level and ergonomics are definitely of a past era.

Yes, yes it is. And I need to hurry up buy one already.

If this is a Carrera 4S was the back light strip that is typically across the engine cover modified because of the wing? Every 4S I’ve seen usually has the light strip across the back.

What are you seeing pricing for your car today?

It’s the last 911 you can see the engine. So yes CLASSIC!

Been looking for 997.1 turbos.....now you've got me wondering if I got with a 997.2 4S or 991 S as you can get them all in manuals with sports exhaust. The turbo is just intoxicating when it kicks in....

nice car

Does Carrera S also have a wider body?

105K on my 997.2 4S

997 turbo mo betta

❤😂😢😮😅😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊 dr. Kyle if you have the date open for September 29, 2024 in Sonoma California there is a special Porsche event. I would like to see you there and meet your family and you and see your nice Porsche September 29 and it’s all day and there’s cars racing on the track and walking around like you were doing talking to each other people about their Porsches, please take care and I like to see you there cause I’m going my cousin Liz Napa and Sonoma is not too far from there

Nice car but I did not like the presentator. I was expecting more facts, less opinions. And having airpods on erars- why? Are you listening the music while presenring?

And you just bought it because you could?

Maybe nice to respect people's kids when flying past their houses?? Just a thought. Places for everything

Sorry but this is incredibly superficial, and I have a 997.2 C4S and was interested

This is, frankl,y just a compilation of every possible Porsche cliche.