Would you have gotten PDK if they offered it on the 986?

[Perfectlap]

Originally Posted by Porsche Chick

@Topless; LOL!

But . . .

I really think everyone is underestimating the "Stomp And Go" fun that is the PDK . . .

did you own a manual sports car before going with the PDK?

That can influence your perspective a bit. It's easier not to miss something that you didn't have to lose in the first place.

[Porsche Chick]

Originally Posted by Perfectlap

did you own a manual sports car before going with the PDK?

That can influence your perspective a bit. It's easier not to miss something that you didn't have to lose in the first place.

Oh, ye of little faith . . .

I drove a manual Celica for six years. I loved that car.

BUT there is a big difference between a manual Toyota and a manual Porsche. You guys might not realize it, but the Porsche clutch is a monster. :troll:

It is really hard to depress, if you don't have muscular legs. It can be very fatiguing for a woman. I've had this conversation with a friend of mine (who bought herself a new 911), and she opted for the PDK. She test drove a manual, and after about an hour, her knee ached. I've driven hubby's manual 911, and it's just a bit difficult after a while. Which drains the enjoyment right out of it.

I've also had the PDK versus manual conversation with hubby, and he wouldn't give up a manual if you paid him. I think it's just a personal preference thing.

I said it once, and I'll say it again; when hubby and I race, he's over there shifting like mad, while I'm putting on lipstick. He only beats me by less than half a car, even with all the extra HP. Oh, and mine doesn't "lag".

[stephen wilson]

If they made a car with 3 pedals for fully manual operation, in addition to an "auto" mode, where the computer controls a traditional clutch, I'd be in heaven. Stop & Go traffic, or feeling lazy, just stick it in auto.

When I'm in the market again I'll try a PDK, but I don't think it will sway me from a 3-pedal car. As mentioned, executing a perfect heel-toe downshift is just heaven to me!

[Coffinhunter]

Originally Posted by Porsche Chick

Oh, ye of little faith . . .

I drove a manual Celica for six years. I loved that car.

BUT there is a big difference between a manual Toyota and a manual Porsche. You guys might not realize it, but the Porsche clutch is a monster. :troll:

It is really hard to depress, if you don't have muscular legs. It can be very fatiguing for a woman. I've had this conversation with a friend of mine (who bought herself a new 911), and she opted for the PDK. She test drove a manual, and after about an hour, her knee ached. I've driven hubby's manual 911, and it's just a bit difficult after a while. Which drains the enjoyment right out of it.

I've also had the PDK versus manual conversation with hubby, and he wouldn't give up a manual if you paid him. I think it's just a personal preference thing.

I said it once, and I'll say it again; when hubby and I race, he's over there shifting like mad, while I'm putting on lipstick. He only beats me by less than half a car, even with all the extra HP. Oh, and mine doesn't "lag".

Dang women drivers

[Porsche Chick]

Originally Posted by Coffinhunter

Dang women drivers

Hey, it's a Porsche!

A girl's gotta look good . . .

[NoGaBiker]

Originally Posted by Porsche Chick

...the Porsche clutch is a monster. It is really hard to depress, if you don't have muscular legs.

Well, right there's your problem! Hit the dancefloor! :dance: