It seems like every video or review I see where the 996 is mentioned, it’s talked about poorly. I also see hilariously low prices on them everywhere: teens into mid 20s USD. What made that Era of water-cooled 911 so disliked?
I’ve heard people like the exterior styling, but I once heard something about the engine was a problem. It’s never really been explained to me though.
the looks. the egg yolk headlights were shared with the boxster and that made the 911 range look ‘cheap’ to most aficionados. driving wise they are fine.
the only one that looks good imo is the 996 gt2.