Hi everyone..i am new around here. I have been reading around even though i jest recently joined, i hope you can drop me some comments, as i need help deciding a car. I have been looking around for my first porsche and i think i have found 2 models i like that suits my budget.

The main question is this. i have 2 choices, the 05 997 basic carrera or the 04 996 C4S(certified), both used. I like both, they look pretty much the same, except the C4S is usually loaded. And since the new model came out. Here's what I think. I think the C4S took the depreciation already when the 997 came out so i wont lose as much money if i decide to sell it afterwards.

I currently live in the midwest, so very snowy. But that is not the main concern as there is a good chance i will move somewhere warmer at the end of the year. The main reason i wanted the C4S is the beautiful body kits, the turbo look and all. Can those of you that has ever owned or driven either one help me decide.

Last thing i want to ask is about service and maintanance.
- how frequent is the service? and how much for a scheduled service?
- what are the most common problems on either? clutch? and how much?
- I read a lot of people mentioned RMS, can anyone tell me what they actually mean, are they covered by warranty?

Thanks everyone.

 

Also, another thing. What is the difference between the 03 and 04 Carrera4s?

thank you.