1999-996.1

[@SF_Native]

I bought an excellent condition 996.1 about 13 years ago for a ridiculous price. It had 26k miles on it. I took a look at the seller's market today and the prices for 100k miles are even more than what I paid years ago. Glad to see the 996 getting the love it deserves.

[@rotfuchs9824]

Very nice video, nice car and nice road. Thank you Magnus. I just (December 2023) bought a 1999 996.1 with an aero kit in guards red with 47 k miles in mint conditions (a 2+ according to Classic data ), like the car from Magnus. In addtition, my car has the WLS (factory power kit, option X51), which brings the engine up to 320 HP, as well as the 18'' GT3 wheels (option XLR). Further, the car is equipped with a lot of options from the Porsche Exclusive Manufactur, e.g. Alcantara steering wheel, Alcantare roof and full leather interior with guard red stitching . Although the car is in collector conditions, I bought it for driving. In Germany we have still some remote areas with twisty backroads, where you can squeeze out a car without violating the German speed limit. So, I plan to do some Hyphen rallys in 2024, as well a a trip or two to the Nürburgring. PS. Hyphen rally is named after Derek Tam-Scott from the Carmudgeon Show (see episode # 50).

[@fairfaxa]

Great Vid Magnus. I just bought a 10.97 RHD 6 Manual Carrera 2WD in Arctic Silver Metallic. It has the standard suspension and I just changed the mounts to 993 RS semi solids ... it handles like on rails, and accelerates like a scalded cat. The 3.4 is a sweet and very revvy motor. Have owner a 71 T, a 930 and a 2.7 MFI Carrera before this, and I must say this car trumps them ALL for smile per mile.... I know it's fashionable for Porsche folk to hate 996's, but I am pinching myself to have bought such an amazing hard driving sports car for the price of a Toyota Yaris GR .... GO the 996 !!!!

[@orphnemusic6788]

Had my 99 996 since new with 73 thousand on the speedo in Porsche Metallic Blue with grey leather interior. Great car and I have always liked the gt1 headlights. Hands down better than any of 3 Ferraris I had!

[@SF_Native]

I actually like these headlights! I have an ocean blue with savannah beige interior. :)

[@minioner5080]

The 996 is my favourite and I love the headlights

[@mw8653]

A great road and the 996 sounded fantastic from outside pulling away at the end.

[@Greenfield5150]

I do wish everyone would remain quiet about how great the 996 is so everyone will just keep yelling IMS and keeping them cheap so I can keep having fun with them.

[@OF-rl5lp]

Just got mine, 1999 cab with aero and a 6mt. 36,471 miles when I bought, $22,500. Chaos

[@qwertyasdfg1261]

I just got my first Porsche. 996 gen 1 , factory aero kit in black. I absolutely love it.

[@MustangBoss1973]

The gen 1 headlights are so much nicer than the gen 2. Gen 2 look like Sally from the Pixar movie. I love my gen 1 lights, and when you look head on you can still see the frog eye's Magnus your video just probably saved 996 from a virus price crash ( maybe) Funny thing is if you've no plans on selling you don't really care what it's worth, just how much fun it is.

[@Douglas3.2Carrera]

Completely agree on the headlight comments. Gen 2 headlights actually made the 996 look worse in my opinion. Gen 1’s were clean and well integrated....

[@MustangBoss1973]

@@Douglas3.2Carrera gen two looks like it's just eaten a sour gooseberry.

[@gregs8685]

I like the 996.2 better than the original Boxster headlights

[@MustangBoss1973]

@@gregs8685 you mean the Original GT1 headlights on the MK1 996 if you want to play that game.

[@architectjeff]

Ça va, Magnus? Thank you for showing some love for this model. Like every Porsche, this model has some unique qualities. Although it might be under appreciated, I believe we will see a resurgence in reverence for these cars in years to come. For now though, they are a nice way to get into a Porsche for low cost. Cheers!

[@southernpimp5252]

My Favorite 911.

[@MrJz97ss]

Awesome car and way under appreciated. Great Performance and ride and handling to match.

[@JimSlaughterOC]

Your 996 is a beauty. Great exhaust sound too. Thanks for the great video.

[@nolanohana]

Appreciate the therapeutic ride in the 996

[@trails3597]

The guard red really highlights the clean sheet design of the 996.

[@gabebercz6651]

Great video Magnus. I have a gen 2 and it’s my favorite ride over my G50 Targa, 997tt and my 993 coupe.

[@Dude-gl7tv]

Yes, ACH is one of the best roads in SoCal and the state. I feel lucky to live nearby.

[@MrGoldbaum]

The best part of this is watching/listening to your shift points and comparing to mine, on that road, in my 996C4S

[@johnsmalls4856]

The value just went up on the 996

[@skyachtone8702]

Original owner 99 996 C2 Cab, love the car. Bored to 3.6 rebuilt, Fister exhaust. SO fun to drive. Nanny free.

[@kriskalpa]

enjoyed the video, thank you. Something about the aero kit I didn't like before, but now its growing on me. Definitely something to get noticed in.

[@Beehivefisherman]

I own a 987.1 Cayman this is one of my dream locations. Maybe when all of this Covid calms down I’ll have to take a trip from Salt Lake City, UT. To check out this canyon. Love your work Magnus!

[@niquemarshall]

it’s too crowded now. lots of minivans and people driving like assholes nowadays

[@911928944]

Got to love that deep growl from the M96 engine. These gen 1 aero cars are becoming highly sought after, with good reason!

[@matthiashassler9762]

I am an aircooled guy but i love this red 996... greetings from Austria 😎

[@DrJ3RK8]

Mine is nearly identical. Just no aero on mine. It's my favorite of the ones that I've owned. Absolutely love it.

[@RemiPut]

Beautiful car and that epic sound that only a Porsche can make , great video Magnus 👍

[@therealseb]

Parfait, rien à ajouter, tout est dit : la 996 est une Porsche qui donne du plaisir.

[@SkywalkerPMs]

Recently got an 01 996, with fixed wing aero. Great car!

[@Cameron-yu5dz]

Cheers for that Maggie that was brilliant, such an awesome car and a beautiful road

[@Neil4Speed]

Amazing what a difference that aero kit makes!

[@Bart3723]

YT description category: Funny (?) That was relax time to hear that exhaust sound

[@brokensmilephoto]

I had a 986 with the 2.7L swapped in in guards red. The paint was rough, as it seen it's fair share of use and track days. But seeing your 996.1 shinning in that guards red makes me miss my poor hard life boxster. I've been a fan of your creations and opinion on P-cars ever since the Urban Outlaw video debut and was so pleased to hear your opinions on the Boxster. Now I am awaiting delivery on my 2nd P-Car, and very close to my obtainable dream car spec. A 987.1 Cayman S.

[@herrrechtschreibpruefung]

Best wheel design ever to come out of Zuffenhausen!

[@matteosti1]

A 996 is a great project car!

[@0128bo]

Love you video, love the car, the history, thank you sir 🙏, I don't know if one day i can afford to buy a porsche but I keep dreaming

[@marcusjahnke9287]

Great credo Magnus. Having fun is a matter of balance and harmony, not about the most this or that.

[@_MacGuffin_]

An external microphone would be a massive step up in sound quality when you are spwaking to the camera. CheeRS!

[@alanmoncus2331]

You don't get it, the simplicity of their videos is what makes it charming

[@jeron6108]

@@alanmoncus2331 being unable to hear what they're saying doesn't make it charming..

[@PaulKeepsItReal]

Prediction: Now that Magnus has made a video about a ”fried egg “ 996, all hipsters will abandoned their air-cooled 911s and the price of 996s will go through the roof!

[@carloscoronado7969]

Damn i was thinking the same thing 😆

[@thedownshiftchannel]

It will definitely encourage people into the 996 platform. Not sure anyone would give up their air cooled 911 for one but they may buy one to sit next to it

[@pistolpete5189]

GROOVE ECHO, hi 👋 how does the boxster compare to the 996’s??

[@SuperCarreraSTL]

His looks really good.

[@creativeclectic]

The 996 4S and TT have always been amazing cars...

[@bryanhallman8183]

It's a shame that a bunch of the old 101 disappeared, that was one helluva drive in 1994. 2 lanes right on the coast. Drove that from LA, all the way up to Monterey. I was sweating bullets in the blind corners.

[@karlanthonyangas9420]

Wow the aerokit makes it look beautiful

[@denisofob]

Fried egg and taco wing FTW. Great video Magnus

[@echanos]

Doesn’t get much better than that.

[@twcmaker]

Great video. Cool motor. Hannah's great on the camera 👌👍👍

[@orangecatmusic8441]

Fantastic car channel and presenter!

[@Javier_eu]

Many thnks and regards from a poor dreamer, please keep the spirit and keep on rocking

[@davidnimmo9933]

One day I will get my first Porsche 🙏 Cool car Magnus👍

[@montevallomustang]

I love the 996! It was the 911 when I first figured out what a porsche was

[@rubenhaak2968]

Same

[@bryanmartin9420]

Beautiful car, and video. Thanks

[@KennethStaton]

Gretteing from Jacksonville Florida! Love my 99’ 996.1 🏁🏁🏁

[@JelloTypeR]

Magnus, you’re awesome and living the dream that so many of us have failed to follow. The POV shots allow me to live vicariously through the windscreen of your cars.

[@timscott513]

Hey Magnus,Hi Hanna ! These mountain roads look like the mt roads we have here in new mexico. Thanks for sharing. great 996. tim from new mexico

[@philipsavage114]

Amazing stretch of road. Thanks for the ride!

[@n.b.3259]

Super Car Magnus schöne Grüße aus Germany 🇩🇪 Love Porsche

[@93455Driver]

Thanks for some positivity for the 996!

[@dezinetech1000]

I’m not a big fan of the 996 but that’s a beautiful 996 with the aero kit! Awesome crest driving. I’m going up there soon with my 997 soon 😊

[@osifielDoperAtive]

Great content... your cooking shows are great. Showcase a 928 please. 👍😎

[@kickazzz2000]

I’m starting to think the Gen 1 headlights with narrow body aerokit is the spec that’s gonna do things one day

[@59jaguar]

Beautiful. Thank you for the video man!

[@peterstevens4223]

G00D Morning from Auckland, New Zealand it’s Saturday, May 16, 2020.

[@WadeinWhiskey]

Great video guys

[@elliotjharris9908]

Loving these new videos

[@adriaticbatman]

Finally..roads worthy of the car and driver....thank God its no longer the streets of LA

[@997GURU]

996 and 997 the next classics

[@elcamino5145]

Nice ride 👌

[@hiraiwan911]

Nice 996.1 !!!!

[@kirisgarage8590]

Nice car 👍 especially for this road 😊

[@gc461]

You made that car look good, you’re so cool you’re gonna make the 996 cool. I’m with you if you truly love Porsche you love every model they’ve ever made, i’m always like the 914 back when people didn’t like that one and I also like 996. Watch people start to buy the 996 now lol I think you and Janko Lind are definitely the best Porsche spokesman.

[@Hiluxtaco]

Thank you for the awesome video of your Porsche 996.1, Magnus (and I'm guessing that it's "H" on the camera)...

[@MindDezign]

From over crowded NYC to the wide open ,Draco/ Reptilian hills ! NICE !!;

[@NANNIRC]

finally 996 begins to put the head out of the box in which they putted a long time ago. I'm happy for my 996 4 spider.

[@stoehrhans1]

My 3.4's favorite road too.

[@garysmith-qr9gt]

solid vid! live that red

[@jg5529]

SoCal is the center of the Porsche universe.

[@mcgilligan7891]

I own a gen 1 but in an automatic, got it for 11k, with an odometer at 133k miles (214k km). She still runs like a dream.

[@noone-vt2hn]

High mileage isnt a concern? I took eye off the cheaper 996s with 100k plus miles for a 30k 2003 996 with 40,000 miles.

[@mcgilligan7891]

@@noone-vt2hn she's a daily. I have a 1990 Toyota pickup with 236k miles on it. I just enjoy driving.

[@noone-vt2hn]

Nanami Setsuko how do you do that? Maintain your cars so well where they lasts that long? I dont know much about cars but a popular notion is anything over 100k is suspect. Idk how i would feel about buying something with high miles need best bang for my buck you know

[@mcgilligan7891]

@@noone-vt2hn so long as I can buy the parts ill fix it myself. A lot of old cars can be easily maintain because less electrical things can go wrong. I do like modern cars but harder to maintain, less value once you drive them off the dealer lot, and lots of electricals that can go wrong.

[@orlandocarsandcoffee]

I wish you could drive my 996, slightly modified

[@lovice]

From traditional 911 design language point of view the 1st gen 996's exterior design just isn't pure enough. However, from automotive design point of view, both the practical and theoretical sides of its design can be said to be the best 911 exterior design. And the 1st gen 996 also has the best overall handling of all the generations inc. the current 992 gen.

[@4130burton]

Sounds grrrrrrrreat dude! I know you bought this one as is, but do you know what exhaust setup it's running? Sounded awesome round that swooping open corner that I've seen on so many of your vids and that Sharkwerks drifting vid from a while back. #getoutanddrive more to give us 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scots something to watch and listen to, during out continuing Lockdown 😎👌🏼🙏🏼

[@marksmejkal4267]

Love it.

[@fairfaxa]

Magnus, you mentioned you have Ohlins in this car, are these the Ohlins Road & Track coilovers? I would love to add these to mine, so would be very interested to know if you feel they are OK for a street / fast road car, or would you describe it as too firm / crashy for a road car?

[@jordank3141]

Magnus Walker driving this = Cool as F*ck Me Driving this = The Total Opposite

[@eyezblazing3798]

Magnus, how did you get this car into the states 3yrs ago?

[@tonibond0073]

Solo 996 per sempre...bellissima

[@keitho64]

Great video, Thanks for promoting the 996. What exhaust do you have on the car? It does not sound stock and definitely a sound I’d like for mine.

[@seanhershey3390]

The spoiler is more offensive than the headlights could ever be...:)..

[@jimfree0]

3:51 Amazing there's no impact crater at the end of those skids

[@cliftonfrey1174]

Having so many cars how do you keep track of the maintenance for each car?

[@andrewphippsphillips1455]

Wallplanner...

[@Laguna2013]

An army of Umpa Loompas like Leno has

[@philnelson2607]

Would be interested in what the Ohlins are like? I need to replace a rear shocker and wondering whether to go all the way and get some Ohlins? 🤔 Great vid Magnus, just another confirmation that 996.1 was the right choice for me 👌🏼😊

[@jackknightsbridge5232]

Nice roads!

[@franzhuber7361]

The ugly duckling 996... but in the end it’s a real PORSCHE and important history. Your’s really reminds me to the Viper’s design. Never saw the similarities before. 90’s!!!

[@marcoticci]

your best recipe

[@richardanderson7211]

Nice car what exhaust is fitted to it please

[@sinemetu9037]

Love you and your videos.... sort the sound out! Please...

Love this videos

[@TDS981]

Awesome, can't beat guards on a sunny day.

[@spinachbitc5474]

What Exhaust does that have? Doesn't sound stock

[@supersumohh]

Sounds amazing! Gundo-Hack? Or muffler-delete? If Gundo: Which bypass-diameter?

[@YachtReport]

One word: wireless mic! Ok that’s two words but you get the point. Otherwise great car, great roads.

[@mixrable1212]

The lanes in America are SO BIG.

[@YouThubez]

What is that? A 911 Carrera or C2 ?

[@pokiou]

What exhaust are you running their Magnus?