hs0zfe Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 I love them all! Starting these engines is a pleasure. That sound is unique. And I was talking through my hat when I inadvertently dissed Tiptronics. My "S" has one and it has worked flawlessly. The difference between the 2.5 and the 2.7 is there, but rather subtle. Which 986 do you like best - and why? Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edc Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 There's more than 3 variants. There are 3 different capacities but there is at least 3 different 3.2 units, the early pre-facelift one, the facelift with different variocam, then the later 550 edition version. Whether the actual basic engine is different in the 550 I'm not 100% sure but it's SAE power rating is more. That may come from the bolt on intake and ancillaries though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Araf Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 Don't say that Ed. We'll loose more cars to Germany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 Leave him alone he is driving up second hand prices I wish him well I love my 3.2 lazy man driving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoxsterTom Posted May 18, 2017 Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 I noticed the difference between the 2.7 and 3.2... for all of a day and now i just want more. Don't get me wrong the 3.2 is great but for the fun of throwing it round corners either or tbh. Not tried the 2.5 so can't comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikefocke Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Owned a 2.5 and an early 3.2. Both a lot of fun and reliable in my small sample. The smaller the engine the more you can work it before reaching your limits or the legal ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaz771 Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 3.2! got to be the big one! I think NA engines need at least 3L to work well, more is better, the 3.2 is quick but not truly fast, its not got the torque of a v8, but rev's like a small engine which is the fun bit and pull's well enough! I've mainly had sports or tuned cars and I'm sure the 2.5 and 2.7 are good but for me it would of been a step back in power, and since I'm a sith lord power is everything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hs0zfe Posted May 20, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 Well, like an addict, it's always the last one. But then I somehow happened to come across another S in Guards red, this time with the 6-speed gearbox. "No known faults" . The rest is history. That A good friend with a lovely 986 in unique factory colours (they painted this car to show it to the people who decide such things) found parts in the oil. We are talking 250,000 km. Now he wants the engine and the gearbox of a decent "S". https://ibb.co/mCYRXa He is dared to take the 2.5 liter engine apart. (Some special parts were 1/3 the German price over here). He needed a tool to lock the cams etc. https://ibb.co/mZPddF That deserves a medal for bravery, JMHO! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbikerdood Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 i did notice a big change from when i went from the 2.7 to the 3.2s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kas750 Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 I love my 2.5 as you an rev it to oblivion everywhere and revel in that glorious sound and no one notices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owd potter Posted August 17, 2017 Report Share Posted August 17, 2017 3.2 tip...............the poodles plums! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr96er Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 I've had three 2.5s and driven one 3.2 briefly. The fun for me is through the twists and turns of B roads. For this, I've found (while driving in higher powered company) that engine size is virtually irrelevant. If I did more touring, I might appreciate the 6speed box... but frankly, if my car only had 3 forward gears at the current ratio it would be fine! I'd not be missing anything useful for 90% of my usage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 I have a 987 3.4. If I want to have legal fun, I just don't change past second gear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim_ Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 On 20/05/2017 at 8:42 PM, Kas750 said: I love my 2.5 as you an rev it to oblivion everywhere and revel in that glorious sound and no one notices I had a 986 2.5 for nearly 10 years and 100k miles(140k total when sold) and the engine never missed a beat. I got a 987 2.9 gen 2 to replace it and that was also a fab car but the 2.5 original 986 engine was for me more fun and accessible. The 2.9 just got up to silly speed so quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 Yep 3.2 on song goes silly speeds half way through third. I can see having a 2.5 would be more fun as you would be working the car harder. For what I use mine for I wouldn't mind a 2.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr96er Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 6 hours ago, Southy said: Yep 3.2 on song goes silly speeds half way through third. I can see having a 2.5 would be more fun as you would be working the car harder. For what I use mine for I wouldn't mind a 2.5 A good little weapon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hs0zfe Posted August 20, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Do you guys appreciate the mechatronics of the 2.5 liter engines? Less to go wrong / easier to fix? http://ibb.co/cUk9Mk I love the sound of the 2.5 flat six roaring to life. °°° Porsche has an amazing offer for the latest 4 cylinder Boxster. Lease it for 9 months, like an extended test drive with a 10.000 km p.a. limit. 800 € a month, 800 € down. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr96er Posted August 21, 2017 Report Share Posted August 21, 2017 16 hours ago, hs0zfe said: Do you guys appreciate the mechatronics of the 2.5 liter engines? Less to go wrong / easier to fix? http://ibb.co/cUk9Mk Yes, it's what drew me to the 2.5 in the first place and I've enjoyed the result! 16 hours ago, hs0zfe said: I love the sound of the 2.5 flat six roaring to life. Amen to that, brother! The induction roar is intoxicating and the flat 6 wail from 4200rpm turns you into a little kid! 16 hours ago, hs0zfe said: °°° Porsche has an amazing offer for the latest 4 cylinder Boxster. Lease it for 9 months, like an extended test drive with a 10.000 km p.a. limit. 800 € a month, 800 € down. Chris ...which seems like "code" for, we can't sell these forkers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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