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Driver's Log.(2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet.)
2003 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Date in fleet: July 7-14 As-tested price: $89,440 Powertrain: 3.6-liter H6; rwd, six-speed manual Hp: 320 @ 6800 rpm Torque: 273 @ 4250 rpm Curb weight: 3075 pounds MPG (EPA combined/ AW observed): 20.89/17.17
HART: We have had a flood of ragtops in the fleet lately, but not one with the character of this car. You could argue it has the price to go along with it, but you get what you pay for. The chassis on this convertible is rock solid-you've really got to stretch to find any cowl shake or other unwanted vibrations. You certainly can't feel it on the road: The thing's solid, just like the hardtop. Yeah, you lose a bit of back-seat space, but who cares? My seven-year-old could still fit back there and you can stow a couple of bags. More than enough space.
RAYNAL: Can't afford a 911 Turbo? Here's your ride, the second-best 911 you can get, maybe the second-best car available on the market, period.
The flat six sings a wonderful tune and cranks out more than enough power, there's more grip than 90 percent of its drivers would ever want or need, the six-speed manual is terrifically light and precise. The car feels small and light, and smaller and lighter the more you push it. The steering is spot-on and the throttle response is right now. It all feels so pure. Inspiring.
Inside the seats are near perfect as is the driving position. A little higher-quality-looking and feeling materials would be nice. An icon.
GRITZINGER: Not the greatest mileage if you're paying Euro prices for fuel, but in these here United States, that kind of fuel economy is stellar for a car with this kind of git. It's possibly the most solid convertible I've come in contact with, and matches up well with the C4S convertible I just drove.
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