97 c2s versus 2002 c4s

[jason]

i'm losing sleep over the decision between a 97 993 c2s and a 2002 996 c4s. i've been scouring for a near mint c2s for about 6 months and finally found one for $52k that matches my criteria. that said, i stumbled upon a pre-certified (i.e., warranty) 2002 c4s that's not much more in price. the c4s is so much more car in many ways but i can't get away from the intrinsic neatness of the 993. any thoughts would be much appreciated as i'm literally losing sleep over the decision, which i have to make by tomorrow. many thanks.

[TTJunkie]

Jason:

By now you've made your decision; I'd be interested to know which machine you selected. I too have thought about the 2002 C4S, but I talked myself out of it. My rationalization: Once the 997's have been out for a few years, and both 993 and 996 are "older models" the 993 will have timeless beauty where the 996 will not. So I now drive a 993TT...