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Rumors indicate summer 2005 or maybe 2006.
I just heard that the marketing department has a last saying regarding a release date, even if the car is ready to go.
So I wouldn't be surprised if the 997 Turbo will be delayed, especially if the 997 S is a huge success.



The marketing point is the key here, and also explains why we now have the 996 Turbo S ( higher margin variant to eek out as much profit from the 996 as possible). Those who have enough money to burn on a 996 Turbo S deserve all they get if the base 997 Turbo performance is superior. On the other hand, they might not even care as they are probably on the list for a 997 Turbo in any case.

I can't see the 997 Turbo being available at any point under 12 months from the current Carrera and Carrera S launch. Of course, I hope I am completely wrong because I can't wait to get my hands on one.