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  1. lrapoport
    There must be something wrong with your car. You should probably check your alignment or tires if this is the case. I intentionally bought a car without PSM because of how stable these cars are and wanting to explore the limits without the computer interfering. From having driven one on and over the limits without the use of PSM or 4WD, I fail to see why these were ever offered as options. There are simply no ill tendencies in these cars inherant from the factory. This is not the old 911 of yore. I have a 79' 911 that was basically scarry trying to have anything other than throttle in a corner. Adding additional rubber to the rear was the only way to tame it. That car really needs 4WD or PSM. The 79' is always going to have a delicate balance at the limit. My 996 is completely the opposite. It has plenty of grip, good balance and communicates its intentions always smoothly. I have taken hard turns off throttle in the rain under compelete control. Even on the track when mistakenly entering a corner about 20 mph too fast and even braking through the entire corner, I never felt a single hint of lightness in the back end. The 996 is more of a revolution than an evolution since Porsche has definitely tamed the beast.
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    If you are running the base/stock suspension, this is normal. It is the front end getting light with speed. I noticed the same thing at 130+ when I first got my 02' C2. Talking to many others, this is normal. It has to do with the US soft suspension, tall ride height and the way air flows above and below the front end. Stiffer springs and dampening will help. You may also notice that the ROW standard (US Sport) and ROW sport have a ride height that is 10mm shorter in front than in the rear. This is to pitch the nose slight and change the airflow above and below the vehicle. When I swapped to a ROW M030 suspension it completely tightened up. It is now very direct and more stable at 160. You can add big wings and front splitters if your goal is to go slower. In order to create downforce you add drag. The cosmetic changes in 02' changed the cars to eliminate any lift front or rear.
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    It would recommend talking to RUF Auto Center and get a quote from Hans. They are a cheaper than the dealer and you know they will do it right. My race alignment was $140 and they charge $100 for an oil change on a 996. In addition to the oil change should should also have the engine air filter, interior air filter, spark plugs, drive belt and brake fluid replaced. Normally they also remove the front bumper to clean the radiators and do the typical checks.
  4. lrapoport
    Depends upon the year. The packages changed year to year. In 2002 you could order the Technic OR the Advanced Technic package. In 2004 you could order the Technic, Advanced Technic or both the Technic and Advanced Technic together. for 2002: Technic: Bi-Xenon headlights Headlight washers Hi-Fi sound In-dash CD player Advanced Technic: Bi-Xenon headlights Headlight washers Bose audio 6-disc CD changer for 2004: Technic: Bi-Xenon headlights Bose audio Power seats Heated seats PSM Wheel caps w/colored crests Advanced Technic: PCM w/Nav 6-disc CD changer Rain sensing wipers Auto-dimming mirrors
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    Depends on more than just the options and mileage. 1. The mileage is low, but there is a service at 15K. Is the service done? $$ 2. Does it have the books and both keys with it? 3. Does it have the service records with it? 4. An 02' is now a 4-year old model. The factory warranty is 4 years. When was the in service date? Is it in or out of service? 5. Is this a Porsche dealer or other dealer? 6. If this is from a Porsche dealer, is it certifed? Certified means warranty up to 6 years and 100K miles. ...just a few things to consider.
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