Ericv

I just ordered my '06 997 C2S with the same spacers. I looked a models with and without them. Suffice it to say it is noticeable but only to you and other nuts like us. My vote is put them on now, besides it will only cost you more as a later add on due to labor costs.

My two cents about your options. Be very certain you want the short shifter. I've only driven one in the 996, but found it very very difficult to shift. It felt like riding my bike with the seat too low.

E.

Hello all:

I'm spec'ing out a 2006 Carrera S - my first Porsche, and the culmination of a dream that I've had for nearly 40 years. I can't believe that I'm finally going to own one. I've saved for twenty years for this car, and I intend to keep it for a long while.

My question concerns the XRP option - the 5mm wheel spacers. Has anyone added these spacers to their car, and do they make a noticable difference in tracking / handling? Is there any downside to the spacers?

Other options I'm considering include:

Slate Grey Metallic Paint - 59

Stone Grey Sport Seats - DD

Adaptive Sports Seats - P01

19" Carrera S Wheels - 403

Wheel Caps with Colored Crests - 446

Sport Chrono Plus - 640

Sport Shifter - XCZ

BOSE System - 680

A simple options list; I know that I could spend thousands (or tens of thousands more!) on leather, carbon fiber, aluminum and wood - but those things won't make it a better driver! My wife is already breathing down my neck at the current price point... <g>

Any comments welcomed,

-Don Strimbu

Bartlett, IL USA

1990 BMW 735i (perfect - 83k original miles - "My Limosine")

2003 Saab 9-5

and soon... 2006 Porsche Carrerra S - finally!