Drove a 981 'S' tonight...

[recycledsixtie]

Originally Posted by blue2000s

That's the nicest Mercedes that Porsche has built yet.

+1
Too generic.
It does not have the nice rear end that the early Boxsters have like my 2001.

[WhipE350]

Thank for the nice pics Mike. One more thing everyone noticed, more room for tall guys. I think you 6 footers will be happier.

Let me know if anyone else gets a chance to drive one, would be interested in your thoughts too.

[mrjr1000]

WhipE350

Did you notice any restriction to your vision compared to your 986? I read someone who purchased new 981 but indicated vision was obstructed by taller rear end.

And headrest/roll bar seemed to restrict vision.

What say ye?

[WhipE350]

Can't say I did. Didn't get to drive it long enough. We got off the main road and hit the twisties and I was looking straight ahead. I do remember trying out the side view mirrors though. Since this wasn't my car I wanted to be sure I didn't lane change into anyone (both left and right). The mirrors are in the right place. I will say I felt smaller and lower then I do in my car...but not so much that I felt like I couldn't see over the hood.

[gomarlins3]

Originally Posted by WhipE350

I will say I felt smaller and lower then I do in my car...but not so much that I felt like I couldn't see over the hood.

I got to sit in one before our rally and LOVED how low I felt. Loved the burble when letting off of the throttle after revving it up!!

[bfenster]

Originally Posted by mrjr1000

WhipE350

Did you notice any restriction to your vision compared to your 986? I read someone who purchased new 981 but indicated vision was obstructed by taller rear end.

And headrest/roll bar seemed to restrict vision.

What say ye?

I recently took delivery of a 981 after owning a 2007 987. Rear visibility on the 981 is less with the top down. Probably similar with the top up.