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My inner child goes crazy with these 996 Porsches... Need For Speed 2000: Porsche Unleashed memories come back like a train, i still remember the soundtracks these games had, Jesus...

NGL, I actually love how these look, I grew up with this gen of 911 and it was a childhood wall poster

I'm a Porsche enthusiast but I think the 996, especially the Turbo and the 996.1 GT3 are two of the most beautiful 911s ever. So perfectly proportioned - not too small, not too big, not too wide. Just perfect! I even love the headlights.

The owner was so proud about that 30+ hp that he put it on his license plate lol

Doug: The 911 996 is a great bargain. Litteraly a micro second after the video: List price: $199.999,99

The owner of this car really love it so much that he included the car type and code of the engine in his plate number! (911T X50)

Am I the only one who actually really likes the design of the front headlights?

Thanks Porsche for making "ugly" head lights 911 so more "poor" people like me can afford one

7:00 having an option so desirable, that you show it off on your license plate.

Love the look. Headlights included. The design is simplistic, and minimalistic. Stunning, and mechanically bullet proof, from a safety and reliability perspective.

Doug's "Image of battery -- front trunk" observation is not quite accurate: The front trunk requires electricity to open, and that battery image tells you that in cases where battery is dead and you can't open the "frunk", you can remove the plastic cover in the foot well to access an alternative battery charging point.

Doug 2017: reporting car prices Doug 2020: influencing car prices

Driving a 911 Porsche for a couple of hours is one of the best thrills to experience on this planet

I have nothing to say to the purest out there. The 996 is one of my favorite Porsche bodies. Because they look so different yet still deliver that Porsche feeling. I've driven a 993 Turbo and yes it's very quick and beautiful. But for me the technological advancements and styling of this car is the one I will always gravitate towards.

I had one of these in 2013 when I did a temporary remote job assignment in the Mid West of the USA . Loved it and ran it year round . Added 4 snow tires for the winter . Felt as if I had cat claws on the winter roads. The only issue for winter was the poor clearance and anything more that a three hour drive was uncomfortable . Nevertheless, the safety factor and control was amazing, One night returning after a late night flight , I had encountered freezing rain on the interstate alone, dark and no traffic . I had to suddenly stop to avoid a coyote. We had a moment , the animal glaring at the headlights and I at him. He almost nodded and implied...OK you can pass. Made it home safely. 😅

The episode I'm not looking forward to "THHHHHHISSSS is my retirement". Love ya Doug!

"A speed slightly higher than the speed limit" I can see the future through your windows.

8:31 Doug's inner demon came out right there

18 years later, still a beautifully designed machine. Always been a fan of the 911 from Porsche.

Am I the only ones who actually likes the headlights?

Can’t even see the headlights when you’re driving

The 996 was always my favourite generation of 911, partly because of the headlights. I actually like them both pre- and post-facelift. I rarely say something like this but being different helps it. Although I think all 911s are great since they still have a subtle look without the shitty overdesigned nature of the italian supercars. Plus it's also manually elite.

My dad owned a 1978 930 turbo with over 25k of engine work done back in 05. It was long before they became super high dollar cars. THAT was a car. I've driven almost every version of the 911, vipers, vettes, Ferrari 360's, m5's, etc. That 930 was a creature designed by its own master. Absolutely insane and a pure drivers car that would pull the smile off your face and transform it into fear reincarnate. Such a beautiful experience. The white with lobster red interior made it even better. Good god I miss that car.

Me: I'm so glad I pish-poshed this car because of the headlights. Also me: Drives a 2005 Ford Escape.

6:00 damn he really did his research, how did he know-? *looks at license plate* Oh.

Has Doug ever considered that he sweats more because he wears two shirts ? lmfao

8:31 relax doug, you're scaring me

One of the most reliable german cars I have owned - 11 years and counting!

Here's a quirk: Some dude called Ego from Hungary made a song about you called 'Doug Demuro' (respectively) and it's reached #2 in KZfaq trending here in Hungary.

Lol... it was the Porsche's 996 that saved the company... oh, and to those who lack a history with Porsche's headlights, check out the to Porsche GT 1 and you will understand where the runny egg headlights was born. I love my 996 Turbo with leather rapped around everywhere including the dashboard. It will never crack like the pleather thats on the 997s. Honestly, it was the headlights that made me want it more because I like being different.

14:30 the reason for this feature is not to explain the location of the battery in a unique way ... It is actually a quite common problem to open the fronk to charge the battery after a month of not driving the car and the battery is dead.. And the button to open the fronk require electricity from the battery... (catch 22) So, the reason for this feature illustrated there.. is actually how to open the fronk with jump start cables.. When your battery died..

Doug: "people don't like the headlights, these people are idiots." also Doug immediately after: "These people are right." ROFL. Gotta love Doug

Doug SMOKED that Honda Pilot on the freeway. “Bye bye everyone.” Lmao!

I remember felt in love with this car at the first sight of it in a car magazine years ago and I still love it and the 996 generation.

Ah yes the X50 option. Had a ‘01 (non-x50) at the time we all lusted for it or waited for the turbo-S with extra hp and ceramic brakes👍

Nice plates! "911TX50"

OGs remember Doug's first 996 review

>watch wideo >reinstall NFS: PU >be sad that you'll never own a Porsche

18:18 Me, when people ask about my ex 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Honestly one of the best reviews you’ve done. You truly gave justice to this car. And just like that, 996s are no longer cheap!

Me checking Doug’s website: THIS is Cars and Bids... I really think Doug announces everything happening around him with a THIS 😂😂😂😂 Love THIS guy!!! ☺️☺️☺️

I reckon give it a few decades and the price will be more because of the headlights being different. Like the 1980s slant nose Porsche.

I had a 2001 Turbo, Silver like this one. I loved it and miss it. I want another one.

I’m a Porsche enthusiast, I like the fried egg headlights and those after them. I think the fried egg headlights look smooth and definitely Porsche Boxster like, and I like the ones after of looking unique and underrated.

Doug: "Best sports car bargain ever!" Normies: "But the headlights are ugly!" Doug: "You're ugly!"

Great video Doug. Having owned a 996C2 and now a 996 Turbo the main different is the engine and suspension setup, it's another level in the turbo.

My 996 Turbo was just listed on Doug's auction site Cars and Bids.

I really miss my dad's old 996 GT3RS seeing this video. We flew from Copenhagen to Dusseldorf to pick it up on my 13th birthday. We got picked up at the airport by a Porsche Center employee in a Panamera who drove us to the Porsche Center. We then drove the GT3RS all the way back home. Great memory!

The “ambient” light on the door panel illuminates they ignition cylinder..... cmon Doug

This is the best looking Porsche 911 by far. I have no idea why it gets hate

This car looks similar from 2000's movie "Gone in 60 Seconds" from the beginning of the movie, where they steal from the dealership and escape through the window.

After watching your C4S review a few years ago I bought one and lucked out finding a low mileage example with a factory X51 power kit- freaking love the car!

Doug's definition of a bargain VS people who shop at Dollar Stores

Fabulous car. The headlights looked appropriate for the turbo and 4s, when they transitioned onto the carrera they looked a bit ungainly. It’s also clear from the used car market that they are pretty bullet proof. In all the car magazines when the 996 Turbo came out it was hailed as the greatest Porsche of its day.

I love your channel Doug. You speak for the every man and you typically answer all my questions by the end of the video. Keep em up brother!

Doug, the type of guy to make his bed before getting into it

"You may want to consider picking one up" *looks at my 2014 Corolla with $9K left on the loan* Me(sadly): "No...I don't think I will"

I like the headlight MUCH more then the taillight. Over all, I love the looks.

This is still my favorite car. I wish video games had this car. The twist wheels are the most iconic wheel design

"All 911s look the same and they're slow in the straights." "Here's the 996 with a new water cooled flat 6." "Eww it's lost its charm get those headlights off." "Here's the 997." "It looks like a 996 wth" "Here's the 991." "It doesn't feel like the classic old 911." "Here's the 992." "It's so fat jesus they ruined it." Picky.

Doug: "These people are idiots." Me (immediately): "YEAH! Preach, Doug!"

18:15 When doug gets out of the backseat and says “I’m never goin back there again” is perfect for a meme template

Why was this video not shown in my subscriptions??? Haven't gotten a notification for a video in weeks and I looked and I had actually missed about 4 videos!

Thanks for helping the value of my 2002 996 Turbo X50 go up! You’re the man!

"It's cheap, so I'm gonna make a vid about it and shoot the price up a few thousand dollars now" All jokes, I love you Dougy

Love how 'X50' is on the number plate.

love this era, 996 is a classic, and I like the "retro" egg lights

This is my absolute favorite year of the 911. Hands down. Doug, stop trying to drive the prices up. I need ten years worth extra income to afford one of these as it is, and if you bump the prices by these videos you’re essentially killing my dream. Better check your privilege, sir! (HUGE EYE ROLL)

Italians: Insist on putting "Benzina" (Gas) on their fuel gauges Doug: Germans: Put a german word in only one control/indicator on one car Doug: *angry quirk noises*

Wow just looked this Porsche up two days ago to see if it’s right for me, then boom, you make this video. Doug this isn’t the first time you’ve read my mind! Lol. Love the content!!

Commented elsewhere before, but yet another good vid. A fab looking Turbo 996. I had a new 997 Carrera S but some how it lacked old Porsche look and lacking in character. Oddly my left leg when in the cruise felt squeezed inwards from the left slightly - RHD. I went for the 996 Turbo and it certainly feels more solid, more positive to drive and very comfortable, has more of the old Porsche character. I love the awesome Le mans racing style lights etc. Way ahead of it's time, also the great Mezger engine power haus. The 996 Turbo is the real deal urban icon - Timeless unique beautiful clean design. I could have gone for a new series but the new ones can look to gimmicky and Bat Girl a bit like the new Astons nowdays just too "kit car". The 996 Turbo genius design of the best of the old and the new was way ahead of it's time. The Turbo 996 is a real deal street true urban Icon, a work of art and no I wouldn't let go if offered over 100k, because I still enjoy the car just so much.

Doug, the kind of guy to say “Weeeee” as he accelerates.

I love the headlights of the 996, in fact it precedes me the most beautiful porsche of all time. people talk a lot and even more in the car world. Thanks Doug beautiful review

Hey Doug I just watched the video on your other channel about why you haven’t reviewed some cars. I know they’re rare and exclusive but just wanted to put the Lamborghini Reventòn on your radar one last time if you ever have access to one. Keep up the great work!

Doug this is another great video. The 996 Turbo X50 has 1) Synchro problems when downshifting downhill the manual transmission slips out of 2nd gear. Also 2) the clutch slave accumulator fails in many 996 Turbos for no reason. 3) The water cooling lines deteriorate and leak causing some 996 Turbos to overheat the rear wing hydraulics and finally, 4) They burn a lot of oil with white smoke when the fittings pop out.

I’d be happy with this car, regardless of what the damn headlights and interior look like.

Funnily enough, this is one of my favorite generations, because of the different lights. The circles always reminded me of a Beetle, and when this came out, it was like they were finally putting effort in to differentiate it. Plus the long nose, rear end/lights, overall shape, and in that factory metallic blue color with these 5-spoke rims, and tan interior was just awesome in my opinion. Silver on black is nice too.

I've watched this review soo many times. Love it. Of course many would probably shot me as I upgraded my X50 with billet turbos and other upgrades ... but I have all the original parts if ever I wanted to return to stock .. NOT. lol

This has always been one of my favorite cars. I looked into getting one when I finished grad school; they were at their cheapest then, but I still couldn’t afford it. Now I REALLY can’t afford it. 😂 Also, I thought the C4S had the Turbo’s engine (minus the turbos, of course), but I guess I was wrong.

The headlights are the most beautiful among all 911 generations. The newer headlights remind me of the VW beetle

I really like that model, INCLUDING the front - maybe it's because drove one back in the days, but I think it's a great car from every angle...

I took your advice and just bought a 2001 911 Turbo hardtop, 6spd with 20,000 miles. Paid $63k. A bit more than I wanted to spend, but I've noticed that since I first watched your video the prices are increasing. I had tried to buy one with 55,000 miles on it for mid $50's, but it sold before I could get deposit down. Then this one popped up. I see convertibles with automatics are still $45k-55k. But I wanted the hardtop. These things are wicked fast. The torque band is insane, and consistent in 4th and 5th gear, especially 4000-6000rpm. Thanks for posting this video!

You helped me decide purchased a 2003, Turbo 6speed seal grey and black thank you Doug!

_checks AU pricing_ $95,000... yeah, it’s the deal of the century

Glad to see these going for less, but the build quality improvement in the 997 is palpable. I drove a relatives one, and it felt so much nicer than his old 996.

Great, thanks for running my chances at one of these on the used market Doug... now everyone will be shopping for them.

Doug's hair looks really good in this video.

Doug: The 911 is a great bargain Me being very broke: X to doubt

i love the headlights thats what makes it unique. all i get is compliments on mine honestly

12:50 Doug on "attention to detail": Italian brand Lamborghini uses Italian: cool attention to detail German brand Porsche uses German: lack of attention to detail

I never drove a 911 until my uncle let my fiancé and I drive his 996 this past weekend (7/22/24) we had never driven something fast. I had a GTI but that was it. This car is now on a special list in my heart. Absolutely one of the best experiences I’ve had and I love this car. I don’t care about the head lights, it’s a 911 and it delivers on the name.

It was the first 911 to reach the performance levels of the 959. and I love it.

Doug, the type of guy who would wear cargo shorts at his wedding

Me encanta tus videos, siempre son los primero que suelo revisar. Me gusta mucho el canal en español, pero también se agradecen los subtítulos en el ingles. Estoy super interesado en cambiar mi 997 por un 996 Turbo antes de que el precio se dispara. Con la caja de cambios MANUAL 🤩😍

oh the 996 and it’s headlights! 8:33 with that voice that should be a text notification the way Doug says it is hilarious and very true my find those headlights very pleasing to the eye but that’s just because when I was a very young child my dad had a Boxster and at 911 with those style headlights and also my mom‘s Cayenne had a similar style hers was a first generation 955 car in lapis metallic blue with like a savanna beige interior or almost like a saddle brown so they’re very nostalgic for me I have a 99 Boxster with those headlights and I never get tired of looking at them

8:30 doug has true hatred for these people that was an accurate impersonation just listen LOL

"Consider picking one up..."? Ok, Ferris... sounds good ~

I’m a huge Porsche enthusiast, I love all generations and I love the quirks of them all. It’s what makes the car. I love a 996 4S, Turbo, anniversary edition.

Great review Doug really enjoyed,they are a beautiful car 🚗