My Carrera 4 GTS build
10-14-2014, 07:51 PM
#16
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10-14-2014, 08:20 PM
#17
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In some folks minds. All I can say is drive one if you can. The difference between the GT3 and the Carrera S is substantial in every way. I had a 2014 CS loaner for several months right up until I picked up my GT3. I loved the C2S, but I was blown away by the GT3. Given the price differentials listed, to me it's a no brainer. Somehow go get a ride before you decide.
I should also clarify, if for DD and comfort, probably go the opposite of what I say. Mine s not a DD car..
I should also clarify, if for DD and comfort, probably go the opposite of what I say. Mine s not a DD car..
10-14-2014, 08:42 PM
#18
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Nice build OP.
I agree that for the money the GT3 is a better value,but you want a manual tranny(which I wholeheartedly agree with),perhaps rear seats and a more comfortable ride.
Nick,once they start putting 991 GT3 engines in the Cup cars(and I believe they will at some point),your car will feel a whole lot more special,trust me on that! It will be like you're having a stock that is going down and all of a sudden that company gets bought by a huge successful company.
I agree that for the money the GT3 is a better value,but you want a manual tranny(which I wholeheartedly agree with),perhaps rear seats and a more comfortable ride.
Nick,once they start putting 991 GT3 engines in the Cup cars(and I believe they will at some point),your car will feel a whole lot more special,trust me on that! It will be like you're having a stock that is going down and all of a sudden that company gets bought by a huge successful company.
10-14-2014, 08:52 PM
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In some folks minds. All I can say is drive one if you can. The difference between the GT3 and the Carrera S is substantial in every way. I had a 2014 CS loaner for several months right up until I picked up my GT3. I loved the C2S, but I was blown away by the GT3. Given the price differentials listed, to me it's a no brainer. Somehow go get a ride before you decide.
I should also clarify, if for DD and comfort, probably go the opposite of what I say. Mine s not a DD car..
I should also clarify, if for DD and comfort, probably go the opposite of what I say. Mine s not a DD car..
10-14-2014, 08:54 PM
#20
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10-14-2014, 08:55 PM
#21
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Just asked my dealer if its even possible to get an allocation for a GT3. So we will see what he says.
Update: Dealer told me nope no chance of getting a GT3.
Oh well I guess the GTS will tie me over. I suppose I could always trade it in the future for a future GT3 or GT3RS
Update: Dealer told me nope no chance of getting a GT3.
Oh well I guess the GTS will tie me over. I suppose I could always trade it in the future for a future GT3 or GT3RS
10-14-2014, 08:59 PM
#22
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Looking at a GTS as well. However, in my case it will be a 2 GTS. Sat down this evening and built a bare bones GT3 and a well optioned GTS. With discounts the two were $7k apart. I had to ask myself how much I will track my next car. I'll be lucky to hit two events a year at 20-30 laps per event. I quit HSR and PCA racing a few years ago and am almost out of DE's.
Here's my build for comparison.
G1 Guards Red
AJ Black Standard Interior with Leather Seats 4 way (Can't get 14 way seats without adding a bunch of leather)
602 LED Headlights PDLS
P3H Bose
638 Park Assist F/R with Reversing Camera
XAA Aerokit Cup
ZAB Ornamental Crest
ZAC No Sunroof
030 PASM Sport Suspension
250 PDK
423 20" Carrera S Wheels 5 Lug (Last 2 cars have had CL's, I'm done)
276 Auto Dimming Mirrors
509 Fire Extinguisher
581 Luggage Net Passenger Side
583 Smoking Package
714 Deletion Alcantara
P05 Sport Seats Plus 4 Way
XFG Instrument Dials in Guards Red
XSX Seat Belts in Guards Red
840 Sport Design Steering Wheel
900 ED
$131245 Total
I could switch to Black Metallic Paint and Yellow Instruments and Belts
Looking at Euro Delivery in May.
Here's my build for comparison.
G1 Guards Red
AJ Black Standard Interior with Leather Seats 4 way (Can't get 14 way seats without adding a bunch of leather)
602 LED Headlights PDLS
P3H Bose
638 Park Assist F/R with Reversing Camera
XAA Aerokit Cup
ZAB Ornamental Crest
ZAC No Sunroof
030 PASM Sport Suspension
250 PDK
423 20" Carrera S Wheels 5 Lug (Last 2 cars have had CL's, I'm done)
276 Auto Dimming Mirrors
509 Fire Extinguisher
581 Luggage Net Passenger Side
583 Smoking Package
714 Deletion Alcantara
P05 Sport Seats Plus 4 Way
XFG Instrument Dials in Guards Red
XSX Seat Belts in Guards Red
840 Sport Design Steering Wheel
900 ED
$131245 Total
I could switch to Black Metallic Paint and Yellow Instruments and Belts
Looking at Euro Delivery in May.
Please, before you do this, drive a 991S and decide if it makes you happier than a 997.2 GT3 ...
10-14-2014, 09:25 PM
#23
Hi Everyone,
This is my build prices are in Canadian so that's why its more money.
P3E Premium Package Plus in conjunction w/Power Sports Seats $2320
P3K Burmester Audio Package $6040
N1 Sapphire Blue Metallic $820
AZ Black Leather Interior $4400
638 Park assist (front and rear) with reversing camera $1880
651 Electric Sunroof $1700
712 Deletion of model designation "GTS" on side doors $0
CNG Rear Apron painted $715
XAJ Side Skirts painted $860
XYB Fuel Filler Cap with aluminium look finish $190
487 Manual Transmission $0
435 20 inch 911 Turbo S wheels painted in black $0
581 Luggage net passenger footwell $0
583 Smoking Package $0
714 Elimation Alcantara $0
844 Multi-function steering wheel $190
P06 Power Sports Seats (14 way) $1740
EEA Interior Package Leather $0
XHB Center Console Trim leather $0
XNS Steering Column casing Leather $540
XCS Porsche Crest on headrests $330
X70 Door sills in Stainless steel $430
Destination Charge $1085
Total price $161 140
I am happy with what I got here but still have a slight urge to go with a GT3. Was told late December or early January delivery.
This is my build prices are in Canadian so that's why its more money.
P3E Premium Package Plus in conjunction w/Power Sports Seats $2320
P3K Burmester Audio Package $6040
N1 Sapphire Blue Metallic $820
AZ Black Leather Interior $4400
638 Park assist (front and rear) with reversing camera $1880
651 Electric Sunroof $1700
712 Deletion of model designation "GTS" on side doors $0
CNG Rear Apron painted $715
XAJ Side Skirts painted $860
XYB Fuel Filler Cap with aluminium look finish $190
487 Manual Transmission $0
435 20 inch 911 Turbo S wheels painted in black $0
581 Luggage net passenger footwell $0
583 Smoking Package $0
714 Elimation Alcantara $0
844 Multi-function steering wheel $190
P06 Power Sports Seats (14 way) $1740
EEA Interior Package Leather $0
XHB Center Console Trim leather $0
XNS Steering Column casing Leather $540
XCS Porsche Crest on headrests $330
X70 Door sills in Stainless steel $430
Destination Charge $1085
Total price $161 140
I am happy with what I got here but still have a slight urge to go with a GT3. Was told late December or early January delivery.
I am also planning on sun visors in leather. At these prices, the entire interior should be leather anyhow, but this is another place vinyl doesn't belong on a 6 figure car IMO.
10-14-2014, 10:21 PM
#24
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With Sapphire Blue and a black interior, I would paint the center console trim exterior color rather than leather (at least I am on my build). A little splash of the exterior on the inside.
I am also planning on sun visors in leather. At these prices, the entire interior should be leather anyhow, but this is another place vinyl doesn't belong on a 6 figure car IMO.
I am also planning on sun visors in leather. At these prices, the entire interior should be leather anyhow, but this is another place vinyl doesn't belong on a 6 figure car IMO.
10-14-2014, 10:23 PM
#25
If manual and rear seats are a must then the GTS. I also went through the same dilemma but eventually went with the GT3. I really love to have rear seats for my daughter but because the engine and technology are so far apart, I decided to go with the GT3. It's a special car. The GTS is a .1 and .2 is coming in July'15. GTS is a by-product of Porsche marketing strategy.
There is no substitute.
There is no substitute.
10-14-2014, 11:09 PM
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10-15-2014, 04:30 PM
#30
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its a tough call between the car you want and whats available.
I personally feel that when you are dropping over $100k you should be getting
the exact car you want ... not someone else's idea of that ...
but now its a question of what is more important?
good luck with your decision!