When I got my 996 these were at parity on price for similar condition cars being at the bottom of their depreciation curves. I think the 996 has gained value faster in the last few years but both are on the up meaning it could be free motoring (man maths).
I went with a 996 in the end as they edge it in the handling stakes, probably due to being a purpose built sports car rather than an adapted saloon.
However this engine is on my list to own as one of the greatest NA of all time.
Baby has arrived so logic dictates an E46 M3 would be the sensible choice but I just can't let go of the 996, every time I drive it (twice a day, I commute 20 miles each way in it on traffic free country roads) just leaves me with a big grin.
I went with a 996 in the end as they edge it in the handling stakes, probably due to being a purpose built sports car rather than an adapted saloon.
However this engine is on my list to own as one of the greatest NA of all time.
Baby has arrived so logic dictates an E46 M3 would be the sensible choice but I just can't let go of the 996, every time I drive it (twice a day, I commute 20 miles each way in it on traffic free country roads) just leaves me with a big grin.