I Bought My Dream Daily - 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S 997

It finally happened, I own a Porsche! I just couldn't pass up this 997. It checks all the boxes for me. Manual, fixed roof and a clean title. Checkout the video to hear the specifics of this deal.

[@matthewslodowy9025]

Here's a guy who loves cars and had a specific car in mind for all the right reasons. He did his research, cast his net, did the leg work, and hooked the right one. I'm so happy this video exists. This man is keeping car culture alive in the truest sense of the word, and for all the right reasons.

[@Lord5oth]

Congrats!, It warms my heart when i see others achieving their dreams, i hope all of your dreams come true including that 918.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Why thank you!

[@robertmurillo4795]

Dread Steel i

[@scootertooter6874]

I bought a used 2008 Cayman S w/17,000 miles on it back in Jan 2013 for $39.9K. It is a weekend driver...and I utterly LOVE it! And my experience was somewhat similar to yours-- saw the car at a Porsche dealership in Scottsdale, AZ. So I negotiated on the phone and flew down to do a final inspection and pull the trigger...One of the best moves I've ever made. My Cayman S still has only 37K miles on it. Have a BLAST with your new 911S!!!!

[@formatviolation]

manual shift. major props. thank you for letting the engine speak every once in a while.

[@simongchadwick]

Congratulations on your find, and many thanks for sharing your experiences! Subscribed!

[@xkrnxboix]

Congrats on achieving your dream. What a great daily! Recently acquired a 987.2 Cayman and couldn't be happier. The Porsche Flat-6s are a joy to experience.

[@scapeface]

Congrats on your new Porsche! I can totally attest to the same absolute love for Porsches after having driven one. I hope you're enjoying it and would love to see updates on your experiences with the car over time. I have been searching around for a 997 911 S myself and am just waiting for the right timing and car to pick one up. I also almost rented that same Cayman in CO in early December, subbed and watching that video next!

[@porschelove9941]

Congrats i own a 997.1 2007 4s it is an amazing car you will love it or lets say every day fall in love with it .. the flat 6 sound will amaze u

[@MrTeslaX]

Great video brother. Enjoy million of miles with ur car and keep making videos. Good luck!

[@danielgtgdrives276]

Great buy!!! Can't beat the 996 or 997 prices!! You'll love it!

[@ralphfeldes9052]

The Porsche bug is infectious! Enjoy! I have a 2013 Panamera turbo S and it is my last as i am older. Crazy fast. I've probably owned every car imaginable. This is it!! Congratulations!

[@EatSleepDrive]

A Turbo Posche is definitely in my future. ENjoy!

[@pushatsinfrared]

Do you still have the Turbo S?

[@LaMaiStyle]

Congrats!! Taking a Porsche on a road trip is so much fun. @1:55 what a relief to see it’s a manual. My Boxster is a manual and that was a requirement when I bought it. It was located in Virginia and I was in Missouri at the time. That’s funny, I used to live in NC and I bought my wrangler in Wilmington. I agree @8:26. The Boxster was a achievable dream car for me that I loved since high school. My unrealistic dream car is a Ferrari 488 spider. And there’s no manual for it.

[@martinhimself]

Love the car , congratulations! Enjoy it everyday, I hope one of these days I will own my too. And thank you for calling it PorschE

[@k.j.g.9601]

Congrats my man! That is a great deal. Ironically I bought my Porsche from NC as well. 550 miles from my house, great way to get to know your new baby

[@mariodesmo]

Just found your channel, great video. I have owned three 911S's over many years and have had a great experience with each one. Not only that, I sold them for more than I paid for them, without trying. I'm searching for my next 911 now, either a 997.2 or 991.1. There are numerous 991.1's coming on the local market from lease returns. And like you stated in your video, the asking price difference between models is not that much. So, I've got my eyes and ears wide open! Good luck with your 997, you'll love it the more you drive it.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks! Yes, it's crazy how well 911's hold their value after they do their initial depreciating. Enjoy whichever you choose, you can't go wrong with either, as you know already.

[@zeigfried007]

Congratulations! This is also on my list as an attainable dream car. Hopefully in a year or two.

[@BrodKhan]

Awesome! My 2010 997 has been a good experience as well. I recently replaced a latch mechanism on the driver side and the PCM, but overall, I’m satisfied.

[@soliderarmatang5664]

Your happiness helped me regain my humanity, thank you and I wish you all the best

[@EatSleepDrive]

You as well!

[@LETurner76]

Congrats man! I was originally looking for a 997.1-S (05-06 because they're a bit easier to service than 07-08...supposedly), but came across an '09 Cayman S (987.2, Sports Cronos, manual...pretty rare for '09) I couldn't pass up. No regrets. I was in Cincinnati at the time too, now in Chicago, and flew down to Houston. Driving back, I got super familiar with the car...a little more than 1000 miles! I think these mid-late 2000's cars (Cayman and 911) are a steal right now, offer more convenience than you might imagine, and really have become the ideal daily driver sports car. To anyone on the fence, pull the trigger. You won't regret it!

[@sinistersaracen]

Nice car! I bought a unicorn-spec 997.1 C4S with a complete maintenance history from the other side of the state and drove it over 500 miles the next day. It’s always worth traveling for the right car. It got home without any problems whatsoever. In addition to the previously mentioned advice regarding the low temp t-stat, always warm up the engine gently before putting a heavy load on it. Keep it below 3000rpm and don’t lug it until the oil temp is just north of 200 degrees. This will minimize the chance of bore scoring.

[@matthews852]

I drove my older brothers 2004 996 a year ago and I’m obsessed with trying to get one now. 997 would be even better, but I was comfortable reving his car out within like 4 mins. So easy to shift and drive, and super quick. I love these cars!!

[@fridayknightmusic]

Well done buddy!!! Hope you keep it for life.

[@mojogrip]

I don't see a big smile very nice car. Safe purchase IMO. Congrats!

[@mariomora7773]

Thanks for the video, I am sixty two. I’ve owned the 996 Carrera and it was a great car (I did buy aftermarket mirror teardrop headlights that made a GREAT improvement); then sold it and MISSED it. I bought a 2007 Yellow Carrera S Cabriolet (paid more than thirty)..but you are right: It is a great car. You did well young man...also: don’t be afraid to do your own maintenance..use the DIY and save a lot and bond..

[@Zettinger]

Congrats! I stumbled across your video and I had to watch it since I bought an 997 the same week you did. Same miles, Mans trans and (seal) grey exterior with black interior. Hope the cars will treat us well.

[@EatSleepDrive]

That's crazy! Here's to hoping these both stay together.

[@stevrgrs]

Congrats and beautiful car man! Enjoy it :)

[@collinfagan9546]

Congrats! I just bought my dream 997 a month ago. 05 997 C2S with sport chrono plus, 20" wheels, and a few other goodies. At 48k miles it cost a bit more than yours, but I'm loving it either way. Bought it in Phoenix and drove it home to Missouri. 1200 very enjoyable miles!

[@HeidiandFranny]

A friend of ours just picked up an '06 C4S and he loves it! We had an 06 Boxster and I think one of the nicest additions from the 996 is PASM. Great for our crummy side roads here in Colorado ;). Just cut open the oil filter if you are worried about the IMS, but the failure rates in the latter 06 is super low. Love the sound! Congrats on your super cool new car! P-cars are awesome :)

[@gemment1]

I like how the gears sound.75000 miles, car hasn't been broken in yet. You got a good deal.

[@Matthew515]

Congrats on the 997 Carerra S! That is a good color combination and has great looking wheels. I owned a 2007 Boxster for a while and that was my introduction to the brand and I have been a fan ever since. Next time, I may go looking for a 911 and I hope you enjoy yours!

[@EatSleepDrive]

I'd be curious your thoughts if you go with a 911 vs your Boxster. I've driven the same generation Cayman but never a Boxster(albeit they're basically the same).

[@EddyJoe]

Congrats on the new ride!

[@waic1639]

Congrats on the purchase! It is a beautiful car.

[@69FOSTER]

Congrats! Very similar to my story. The Porsche was always my dream car and I knew someone whose client had a Porsche with just over 28,000 miles on it for sale. It was owned by a woman who bought it for a weekend toy, but hardly used the car, hence the low miles. It is a 996, but I've had it for over six years and it runs smooth as silk and is still in pristine condition. My dream car actually materialized, glad to see yours did too!

[@EatSleepDrive]

Wow that's very low mileage. Good find. Enjoy!

[@stephanleroy2603]

How funny, I just bought a 2006 997 Carrera S (with Chrono Package), and my favorite car happens to be a R8 as well! I'll be watching your videos from now on. Thanks! Stephan

[@shiftintohigh5564]

I did the same thing! Lol. Same car different color. Staying at bottom of depreciation curve, fingers crossed. First Porsche, not my last. We took two 1200 mile trips right off the bat, no problems. Take it to Tail of the Dragon, what a blast. Porsche a Palooza in Eureka Springs, AR. Same gas mileage as you. Thumbs up. Subscribed.

[@DoWorkExotics]

Congrats!! It’s special because you get to experience an NA flat 6. Wonderful car for the money. I’ve been thinking about daily driving a 996.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks! A 996 was definitely on my radar and I likely would have ended up in one if this car didn't come along.

[@zacharyparis]

996 is garbage.

[@missingremote4388]

Good buy on the Porsche 911. I hope you do some crazy snow rallying !

[@clubracer6]

DOWORK EXOTICS do it you will not regret it! On my 3rd 996 and my previous was a 996tt, so had the budget for a 997, but went back to a 40th AE 996 and have zero regrets.

[@movingtoflorida7225]

says the guy without a Porsche, my 996 kicks ass

[@JulietPapaRV12]

Great clip, I feel what you feel, brother (or rather felt) as I bought the same car, same model S, same year 2006 for the same price (around $30K) just about 2 years ago. Mine had 95K on odometer and was deemed in excellent shape per the pre-purchase inspection. I put 10 K on it so far, only one problem, water pump died but it's normal given the mileage according to my mechanics who is a Porsche specialist. I kept my daily Ford Edge which explains my relatively low yearly mileage because this 911 is not a very practical car for daily usage (tough suspension, noisy, limited visibility for backing-up)... but it's a 911, a dream car that will give you so much fun when you drive it hard... and such a pleasure just watching it, sitting in the garage or on a parking lot and you will think: it's the only one of this kind around here, not everybody's car, not to be own or driven by any nobody, no Sir, owning it makes you somebody, just look at the envy in the eyes of the people watching you driving by!

[@EatSleepDrive]

Glad to hear you've had a pretty much problem free ownership so far. That's all I can ask for at this point!

[@johnt.1288]

I recently bought a 2005 997. I can’t wait to see what your experiences with the car are. Good luck.

[@PYTwwe]

Looks sick man! Congrats!

[@Zimmejay]

I got my 996 last year- bought in Palm Beach and drove it home to Omaha. Total blast, love my Porsche

[@Joemx82]

Just bought this same car Friday but in black on black and has been a dream of mine for a long time. Loving it so far and hope to daily this car for a long time!

[@maciekg5162]

The color is called "Atlas Grey Metallic" factory code E7. It is was cheaper, because it looks rather low optioned model and as you said, tough sell in the winter. All in all - really good deal. I have 06 Atlas Gray Metallic 997 C2S as well. Congrats and enjoy the car.

[@Jouco]

997? Sweet, they are double the price here in FIN, my dream car aswell Will follow! Subbed

[@Swr88]

7:06 Pilot Mountain in the rear view. That's so cool! I recognize that stretch from driving back and forth from my hometown, Raleigh, to Cleveland where I am at for school. There's a great stretch of twisties up in WV on your way to Ohio.

[@airjordanzzzz]

Excellent video! This is also my realistic dream car. Saving each month so I can hopefully buy one by summer 2019!

[@kriskalpa]

great video. you have a very authentic style.

[@juandelagarza6718]

A very good video, I’m a car guy also and have been fortunate to have owned many high performance cars over the years and have settled on the Porsche 911 for many reasons. I like cars that are a good value as well as fun to drive, reasonable maintenance costs are important also. The 911 checks all the boxes. Currently I own a 2001 996 C2 6 speed, a 2005 997 S tiptronic and a 2014 Cayenne Turbo so I’m all in with Porsche. The 996 is so much fun to drive because it’s the most analog of the two 911’s, unfortunately I have a knee problem which limits my driving that car. I love the 997, those who knock the Tiptronic should drive one before making up their minds, it’s a very good transmission. A well sorted older 911 is a pleasure to own and drive.

[@jermainerobinson7098]

Love the review keep them coming 👏🏽🤜🏽

[@antreg2008]

Congratulations! This is my next daily driver goal/dream car. I bought a 2015 335i instead of going for an early model 996 for the practicality to fit my golf clubs and carpooling kids :) Good luck!

[@EatSleepDrive]

Hey, I can't knock someone for being responsible. They'll always be one for you in the future.

[@stopfuckingwithobama]

Congratulations on buying the right car at the right time 🎊🎈🎉 The 997s asking prices have increased significantly!

[@Che1seabluesdrogba11]

Just under 30k for an S with that mileage 😱😱😱 what a deal

[@EatSleepDrive]

I thought so!

[@tomtheodoropoulos4032]

I just bought a 2006 997S that was better equipped with 70k miles for 28,500. I felt blessed

[@jamesbillings7767]

There £19k in uk, $24k but rhd lol

[@geronimojunior3095]

A car like that Is at least aud 80000 here in Australia so it’s usd 57000

[@bryanvargas7552]

Base 05 For 35k? 25k miles good deal?

[@hellonewyork7932]

You got a very beautiful 997. I owned 2007 Carrera 4. After I got this car 11years ago, I modified engine once, but nothing big problems so far. And I used own 240sx(SR20DET). We are kind of similar taste! Enjoy your beautiful Carrera S!!

[@georgiaguardian4696]

It look SUPER awesome. Great color!!

[@juniorsmith7703]

Fabspeed maxflow exhaust system first, which provided a significant boost of torque and hp, then cold air intake. Have not had it dynoed but definitely can hear and feel the difference. Much more throaty without being to loud. Would recommend it.

[@chrisblack7658]

This was great to watch! I'm glad you love it! I just sold my 2006 997 Carrera S 3 months ago (silver, manual, sports chrono, sport seats) at 59k miles. I bought mine 3 years ago for $33k and sold it for $35k to a dealership so it wasn't a bad deal for me. I put about 20k miles on it and it was super special. I only sold it to try something new. Bullet proof 911 though, never had a single problem and I love the sound of that 3.8 liter flat 6. You get so much performance for the money at $30k.

[@EatSleepDrive]

I love how well yours held it's value. I'm hoping for more of the same.

[@chrisblack7658]

Honestly as long as it stays mostly stock it should as long as you keep the miles below 100k. I think it has to do with it being one of the last NA engines left aside from the 991 engines since they are putting turbos in most everything now. The 997 S w/ manual is such a great recipe for fun.

[@crispybacon9523]

You tube "997 top gear", that review convinced me. Best decision ever

[@964tractorboy]

Looks great. They're superb cars. Enjoy (like you needed telling)!

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks!

[@DreamWorkDrive]

Well done! Looking forward to a long-term ownership cost video. Would be nice to see a detailed video covering that.

[@danf8047]

huh last time I was looking for E92 DIY you still had a 328i, nice upgrade!

[@RABrillantes]

Congrats on the purchase. I’ve got a 06 red 911 carrera cabriolet and love driving it every day.

[@EatSleepDrive]

👍

[@villejuntunen5851]

Props for going 6 speed. I am on my third 911 currently (996C2, 996turbo, 997turbo) such great cars. Engineered to be amazing every day.

[@frantzvallon1154]

Can’t lose out with any Porsche 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@ishineushine4]

Congrats on the new whip, Porsche is also my dream car.... One day, one day.

[@poseidon3201]

Congratulations that is a beautiful car I am so happy for you. It has so many similarities of the 991. It still looks very modern

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks so much!

[@gusibrahim6961]

Best car Porsche ever produced! I have 2006 since new never had any trouble, interiors and wind noise, hey it's a 911. Intended to keep it forever. Fresh engine oil always. Enjoy my friend.

[@Porschee944]

Wow Great Car,My Dream Car ! Very nice video

[@FATBOY2222]

Hey - congrats on the purchase! I owned a 1982 Porsche 911SC for almost 17 years and the 911 was always my dream car too. I just recently sold it for 3x what I paid for it years ago to chase my other dream car...a 1991 Acura NSX. I’m in Cincinnati too - would love to meet up someday with our cars and go for a drive.

[@FATBOY2222]

Ironic that I was looking into the same cars as you too when I sold my 911SC.....best bang for your buck with the 996, 997 is a solid car...just had to chase my NSX dream before the prices got so out of control I could never afford one. subbed to your channel too!

[@EatSleepDrive]

NSX is on my list too but I'm afraid they're never going to be cheap enough again for me to accord one. You can usually catch me at Fuel Cincinnati cars and coffee when the weather is a little better.

[@Comfy_Snorlax]

WOAH! How is the NSX treating you??!

[@michaelmarinas7643]

I bought my 2008 997 Carrera S 1 1/2 years ago.Same mileage.My color is Basalt Metallic Black, interior is a Palomino Tan leather. Incredible car.I added some performance parts, Fabspeed dual intake, car pick up is so much better, and a complete Fabspeed exhaust system, headers and free flowing catalytic converters,all with a super nice chrome finish.The car is a beast on the freeway. Very Happy with it.

[@fillsgarage]

Congrats bro. A dream car indeed.

[@stephaneasselin3359]

I bought my first dream car a 996C4S 4 years ago. The car was extremely reliable. I sold it 3 months ago for the same price and bought a997.2 C4S. I believe you took the right decision. #leavingthedream

[@EatSleepDrive]

I'd be very happy with that outcome.

[@HAVu-dw3nb]

We also have a 2006 997 C2S (42k miles) with manual trans. We agree, it is an absolute blast as a daily.

[@jasonm8755]

Bro i dont even know you but your channel is looking sweet so far! Keep it up.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Hey thanks man!

[@mervyoung5397]

Very nice 997 S. I want one with the GT3 aero kit. They look badass! 😎👍🏻

[@moddedmedia415]

Love it man. That's what im looking at next. Just have to sell my Cobra now lol.

[@touringteg]

Very nice! Congrats on the new car. I think you are right a 997 manual hard top with black interior is a great buy and will hold it's value. Especially a Carrera S with the fantastic wheel and brake combination! Enjoy

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks!

[@truthseeker7192]

Good for you man, its a sweet car.

[@Azonicracing]

Awesome, I just sold my 2006 C2, still have my 996. I agree what you say about the 996's being stupid good deals right now! Love your C2S, enjoy it!

[@drewbateman7557]

Congrats. Nice buy. Great vid. Enjoy! :)

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thank you!

[@trdartz]

recently got a 997.2 C2S myself :) congrats man! so fun to drive.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Enjoy sir!

[@garoglasser]

Hi I like your review it’s a great achievement to get the car you love and you won’t be disappointed I have a997s for two years and they are great fun it’s so much car at an affordable price and the value will hold if you look after it. Tom

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks!

[@AugyE]

Great purchase!!

[@bargym2312]

Oh look, Pilot Mtn in the background at 7:05. You're headed up I52. Not too far from me. Great car! Congrats

[@MrRyanTrott]

Yes! Nicely done.

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thank you!

[@benmarov6476]

Congrats! I bought a 987.2 Cayman in Raleigh NC last year and drove it back to Colorado in 2 days.

[@EatSleepDrive]

And I thought my drive was long..

[@benmarov6476]

1700 miles was a great way to get familiar with the car. Got to see a lot of the country at the end of October.

[@dmitriysahno2362]

Cool car! Congrats!

[@bryanohlsson4689]

Congrats! I know what you are talking about after driving a Porsche. I still have my first one an 1988 951. My daily is a 09 Cayenne GTS or 957. I cannot own any other car. The 997 is on my list of to purchase. Hard to get rid of the V8, and the sound the GTS makes. Plus, I can town the motorcycle with easy. Have the factory town kit, and 7700 TC is amazing. evelyn is dead on with oil changes, and swapping out for the spin-on filter. Great find. Enjoy with miles.

[@weezy013]

Pilot Mountain in the background! I miss NC. Great Car.

[@geronimojunior3095]

Congratulations!!! It’s a beautiful car , it’s also my dream car !!! I hope I can afford it one day ,it’s still out of my budget 😅

[@y2ksierra]

997 for the win, great choice!

[@ubersuey2006]

Congrats, well done I luv the 996/997 I a 996S owner and I will be looking to purchase a 911 4S any time now. I'm so well Jell happy motoring, 😄 look forward to more vids

[@EatSleepDrive]

Best of luck on your search!

[@josevillanueva7601]

Subscribed. Your channel and video style is so good man, Like 500k sub good haha

[@EatSleepDrive]

Thanks man! These comments keep me motivated to continuing making content for you guys.

[@HowardOchs]

Great car and a dream car of mine for sure! Enjoyed the video very much. I have bought cars out of state and driven them home quite a few times and really enjoy that initial drive. One of the problems that I often run into is having license plates and being legal for the drive home. I noticed you already had Ohio plates on your car coming home. How did you accomplish that without having it registered in Ohio? If you prefer to not answer, that’ll be your explanation right there I guess, lol.

[@SOSAN0VA]

Congrats getting mine soon!

[@vdubjetta02]

Purchase cost and drivers experience are unbelievable, all the tiny little maintenance items over just a few years drove me nuts. Glad to have owned one, but went back to a newer Audi that I could modify and had all the creature comforts

[@artmchugh5644]

We know what you feel ! Flew to phoenix 5 yrs ago and drove our 85 carrera 3.2 home . Pelican parts car , lots of black, red, silver cars near Pennsylvania but not IRIS BLUE METALLIC 😄 Good luck with the 997 !

[@EatSleepDrive]

Not going to lie, I had to google iris blue metallic but damn was it worth it.

[@artmchugh5644]

EatSleepDrive thanks! Former owner of our has a utube video. If you are interested check Mark Malin Porsche on utube

[@sahspider]

Atlas Grey is an amazing color!

[@AGC828]

The 997 gen is maybe THE gen of 911's to own. As long as the buyer can afford the upkeep to keep it in mint condition. There are so many guy out there that dreamt of owning a 911..barely afford the 996 or 997...but DID NOT figure on the costs and were not prepared to pay the bills required. Congrats! :)

[@jfit771]

I noticed you already have Ohio plates on the new purchases you make from out of state e.g., 997 and your 335i. If so, how do you pull that off?

[@tjmoneybags]

subbed after this vid. low drama and interesting car.

[@andorhaavard6230]

Congrats.... Nice car😁