Rose tinted glasses?

englebert · 03-12-2014, 09:08 PM

Hi guys,

I really miss having a CSL in my life. I've had an odd car history since i left the fold, from Honda NSX, to Brabus Smart ForTwo, to Golf R, to 997 C4S.

I like the Porsche a lot. I think the 997 is a beautiful shape and it's lowered on BBS so looks awesome on the road. However, i find the PDK boring and - well - i just haven't bonded with it.

However, i'm aware that going back to an old car can be a dangerous move because you remember the good bits and forget the foibles! Of course, the most contentious issue is the SMG gearbox. I remember it being quite fun at the time, but a few years on will it feel archaic? I remember the ride being tolerable, but nudging 30yo will i curse it on my boring 45 minute commute on the M20?

I'm really interested to hear from people who moved away from the CSL, and then came back. If there are any generous owners in SE London or surrounding areas i'd really appreciate a passenger ride to get the feel again - in return i have a 991 GT3 (if it floats your boat) i'd be happy to reciprocate the offer!

Also, what's the going rate? I'd want a SG one which is mechanically sound but not pampered; i would plan on ragging the shit out of it so no point starting with a garage queen. On that note, what do i have to bear in mind when you get above - say - 60k miles?

Sorry for all the questions!

Cheers,
Rob

03-12-2014, 09:08 PM	#1
englebert S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Kent Posts: 397 Casino cash: $705	Rose tinted glasses? Hi guys, I really miss having a CSL in my life. I've had an odd car history since i left the fold, from Honda NSX, to Brabus Smart ForTwo, to Golf R, to 997 C4S. I like the Porsche a lot. I think the 997 is a beautiful shape and it's lowered on BBS so looks awesome on the road. However, i find the PDK boring and - well - i just haven't bonded with it. However, i'm aware that going back to an old car can be a dangerous move because you remember the good bits and forget the foibles! Of course, the most contentious issue is the SMG gearbox. I remember it being quite fun at the time, but a few years on will it feel archaic? I remember the ride being tolerable, but nudging 30yo will i curse it on my boring 45 minute commute on the M20? I'm really interested to hear from people who moved away from the CSL, and then came back. If there are any generous owners in SE London or surrounding areas i'd really appreciate a passenger ride to get the feel again - in return i have a 991 GT3 (if it floats your boat) i'd be happy to reciprocate the offer! Also, what's the going rate? I'd want a SG one which is mechanically sound but not pampered; i would plan on ragging the shit out of it so no point starting with a garage queen. On that note, what do i have to bear in mind when you get above - say - 60k miles? Sorry for all the questions! Cheers, Rob __________________ '03 SG CSL - SOLD Making do with a CSL replica, 1M and E90 M3.