Is the GT3 the Best Sports Car Ever Built? -- After/Drive YouTube
10-24-2014, 02:09 AM
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I thought they could have at least dressed up for the video and tied their shoes, but I suffered through and other than the angst about not being able to "feel" the cars capabilities in the crowded NYC area I thought they gave a good review. The last thoughts, think about buying a cabin in Montana to pair with the gt3 rather than spending money on sports chrono so you can enjoy it- was pretty good. I think some people on this forum resemble that remark, Eduardo living in Monterey and keeping his classic Porsche in Colorado comes to mind...
10-24-2014, 04:24 AM
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This video is funny, they complain about how they are not a good enough driver or that they don't live in an area to fully appreciate it's potential...but in the end, "yes, I would certainly buy one." Isn't that all that matters?
I mean, aren't these the same guys that appreciated the difficulty of mastering the heel toe downshift and tricky rear engine layout of past 911s? It was something that made 911s special and rewarding to the driver to constantly work on becoming a better driver. But when you add high horsepower to the mix...whoa, too difficult to master, I am not THAT good of a driver and I don't intend on working on my skills to master it. Seems backwards to me.
If it doesn't float their boat, fine...save the $75K and get the cayman S, although I can guartantee that they will still take the 991 GT3 everytime.
I mean, aren't these the same guys that appreciated the difficulty of mastering the heel toe downshift and tricky rear engine layout of past 911s? It was something that made 911s special and rewarding to the driver to constantly work on becoming a better driver. But when you add high horsepower to the mix...whoa, too difficult to master, I am not THAT good of a driver and I don't intend on working on my skills to master it. Seems backwards to me.
If it doesn't float their boat, fine...save the $75K and get the cayman S, although I can guartantee that they will still take the 991 GT3 everytime.
10-24-2014, 05:47 AM
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Race Director
I actually love this video. I think it is so darn accurate. I also agree with quite a of bit of what they are conveying. I think it was also very objective and very positive about the 991 GT3 but they are being very honest an candid about its usefulness and really just how capable this car is that those of us that only street drive this car will never get to experience. But, I am so stoked I have this in my garage and it puts a smile on my face on the weekend. Have had it for over 2 months and have been pulled over twice already. No tickets though but this car gets a a lot of attention and above 7000 rpm it is not only insane but also sounds the part especially with the SW Bypass
10-24-2014, 07:02 AM
#20
Why were you pulled over? Cop wanted to check out your car?
10-24-2014, 09:24 AM
#21
Race Director
One time probably, yes, but the other Father was in town and we were maybe a having too much fun but Cop did not have radar on so it was the loudness with the SW Bypass that I think freaked him out
10-24-2014, 09:31 AM
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10-24-2014, 10:33 AM
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I agree. I picked up the car in LA and loved driving Pacific Crest Hw, Malibu canyons.. but now living in Chicago, I think there is only ONE turn in the city and that be on LSD (Lake shore drive) which is always crowded.. I still like the quick on ramp entries, but sick of dodging hipsters on bikes in the citi. LOL.. --- can't wait to move to Cali w/ more open space.. -- Doing first track day at autobahn this weekend so this should be enlightening.. -- cant wait to compare to MC track day.. my bmw 1000rr was 10 times better on track then on the street.. hope car is too..
10-24-2014, 03:51 PM
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I mean, aren't these the same guys that appreciated the difficulty of mastering the heel toe downshift and tricky rear engine layout of past 911s? It was something that made 911s special and rewarding to the driver to constantly work on becoming a better driver. But when you add high horsepower to the mix...whoa, too difficult to master, I am not THAT good of a driver and I don't intend on working on my skills to master it. Seems backwards to me.
I think this is a criticism we will see more and more, if cars continue to get faster with each and every generation.
10-24-2014, 04:40 PM
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I don't think the criticism was just about the difficulty, but that these cars are getting so fast now, that you would have to be going at insane and unsafe speeds for the street to really enjoy them or get a feel for how the car reacts when being pushed hard.
I think this is a criticism we will see more and more, if cars continue to get faster with each and every generation.
I think this is a criticism we will see more and more, if cars continue to get faster with each and every generation.
10-25-2014, 02:37 AM
#26
I don't think the criticism was just about the difficulty, but that these cars are getting so fast now, that you would have to be going at insane and unsafe speeds for the street to really enjoy them or get a feel for how the car reacts when being pushed hard.
I think this is a criticism we will see more and more, if cars continue to get faster with each and every generation.
I think this is a criticism we will see more and more, if cars continue to get faster with each and every generation.
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10-25-2014, 10:56 AM
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10-25-2014, 04:55 PM
#28
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They basically say the 991 GT3 is amazing in almost all aspects. The only negative point they make is that it is almost impossible to get a "feel" of the capability of the 991 GT3 on urban roads in America because the car's handling limits are so, so, so high. It's also hard to consistently experience the scream of the engine at 9000rpm, because there simply are not many places in a big city to truly keep your foot buried to the throttle without risk.
This is not news to me. The only real place to experience the full capabilities of the car is on a race track/circuit. And when you do, it is GLORIOUS. In the city, I accept that it is simply a VERY FAST street car that won't be able to stretch its legs regularly because of the very high performance envelop it is capable of.
But that's part of the appeal of this car for me. Even though I go the track only a few times a year, the knowledge that I own one of the best/most capable sports cars satisfies my heart and mind immensely.
This is not news to me. The only real place to experience the full capabilities of the car is on a race track/circuit. And when you do, it is GLORIOUS. In the city, I accept that it is simply a VERY FAST street car that won't be able to stretch its legs regularly because of the very high performance envelop it is capable of.
But that's part of the appeal of this car for me. Even though I go the track only a few times a year, the knowledge that I own one of the best/most capable sports cars satisfies my heart and mind immensely.
Plus this car feels good at 5/10, 6/10, 7/10, 8/10, etc, and if you never ever get to experience 9/10 or 10/10 due to lack of adequate environment or lack of driving skills.... so what? Its 6/10 is probably equivalent to cayman 9/10 with so much margin of safety to spare on the road or the track and a big smile on your face and still leaves you with the hope of getting to that next level if the situation improves that being better environment or improved skills. Mark
10-25-2014, 06:55 PM
#29
I agree. I picked up the car in LA and loved driving Pacific Crest Hw, Malibu canyons.. but now living in Chicago, I think there is only ONE turn in the city and that be on LSD (Lake shore drive) which is always crowded.. I still like the quick on ramp entries, but sick of dodging hipsters on bikes in the citi. LOL.. --- can't wait to move to Cali w/ more open space.. -- Doing first track day at autobahn this weekend so this should be enlightening.. -- cant wait to compare to MC track day.. my bmw 1000rr was 10 times better on track then on the street.. hope car is too..
10-25-2014, 09:43 PM
#30
I really liked this video. Thanks for posting!