Well, you did post a pic of the later model 996 with the vastly improved Turbo style headlamps. Let’s have a look at the first edition shall we?

You underestimated. Wikipedia tells us: 

Just to keep things in perspective, this isn’t remarkable because its performance is good. It’s remarkable in the same way that it’s impressive to see a fat man dance with all the moves.

Tesla drivers can also accessorise with one of these!