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Old 08-12-2017, 12:42 AM
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Originally Posted by bronson7
I believe the delta to be closer to 50K. Best of luck in your decision.
If you don't want the manual, stick with the longer warranty car you have, put a Dundon exhaust on it and laugh all the way to the bank.
Old 08-12-2017, 02:19 AM
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Although I've always been a manual transmission guy, the PDK suits the gt3 so well in so many ways. I love the popping sound it makes when u shift gears (would not have that with the manual). I'm also influenced a little by watching auto racing my whole life and previously doing some myself (all paddle shift - F1, Indy car, IMSA,etc). Since I ordered my car exactly how I wanted it and I'm not missing a manual, I'll stick with what I have!
Old 08-12-2017, 04:40 AM
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I built my 991 exactly as I want (except no PTS). My 991.1 sees primarily track usage. I secured a 991.2 allocation because of fears of engine longevity. I am sticking with PDK. Also, my 991.2 PTS request is pending. Now with the success of the COG (10yr/120k) and PTS cost $12,830 I am VERY undecided. I feel it is unwise to proceed with my 991.2 order despite the allure. I am unable to afford both.1 and .2 and I don't like to waste money on items other than brakes and tires.
Old 08-12-2017, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by longboarder

... and with a good alignment and Trofeo's add more grip than you get with the added aero from the .2 body changes. That could get the .1 to the performance level of the .2. It would cost me a few thousand bucks...but selling/trading the .1 for the .2 is more like a $30-$40k financial hit.


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You forgot to mention the DSC Pasm Controller. This should improve handling over the stock setup. I have it in my C2 and it makes a world of difference. I will be transferring to the GT3 next month when my track season ends for the C2.
Old 08-12-2017, 08:12 AM
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If you are not drive the GT3 on the racetrack then there's no point to change to the new one.
Of course if you want the manual ...
Old 08-12-2017, 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by bronson7
I believe the delta to be closer to 50K. Best of luck in your decision.
Agreed.
Old 08-12-2017, 10:38 AM
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The first one is a 991.1 GT3. The second one is a 991.2 GT3. Which one would you choose? Mmmmmm....
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Old 08-12-2017, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by neanicu
The first one is a 991.1 GT3. The second one is a 991.2 GT3. Which one would you choose? Mmmmmm....
How did you decide which is which? If anything i would say the first one looks more like the .2 due to the 2 scoops the .2 has under the wing
Old 08-12-2017, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by bronson7
I believe the delta to be closer to 50K. Best of luck in your decision.
You going for a .2 if yes then what color did you decide on?
Old 08-12-2017, 11:47 AM
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Since Porsche and the COG have eased any concerns over the engine issue........there really are less reasons to be wanting the .2 GT3, unless you desire the MT, or have to have the latest version. This could have been a sneaky way for Porsche to "hook" more enthusiasts into their brand. Now, everyone driving one can truly enjoy the awesomeness that the 991.1 GT3 really is.....without the uneasy feeling of needing to dump the car out of warranty. And this may leave more open slots for new Porsche GT guys to get one. No doubt the values of the .1 GT3 will maintain. With the newer cars costing more combined with the long term engine warranty......I see CPO cars at dealers getting to within 5-10k of their MSRP.....and since that MSRP was lower....you will see them sell....not sit on lots. Just an opinion of course.
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Originally Posted by neanicu
The first one is a 991.1 GT3. The second one is a 991.2 GT3. Which one would you choose? Mmmmmm....
I think I bought the right car, Nick.
Old 08-12-2017, 05:25 PM
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If I spec'd and bought my .1 new(bought mine used), I would absolutely keep it. I want my own "new" car, my spec/build and that is one out of the 2 reasons for jumping into a .2. Reason number 2 is just my opinion/thought. Since times are changing so rapidly with speed and performance on sports/super cars today, I really can't see Porsche not going with a turbo in the next 992 GT3 to stay relevant/competitive. If this will happen, the .2 might be the last NA GT3. Like I said, just my thoughts and opinion on that issue.

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Old 08-12-2017, 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Hams955
I've put more miles on my .1 GT3 than any other car I've ever owned. I just love it. It is such a great car.

I am excited to see the .2 when it arrives but if I didn't have it I'd be perfectly fine in the .1 for a long time.

Great cars...
Curious, how many miles have you put on the car?
Old 08-12-2017, 06:35 PM
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Curious, how many miles have you put on the car?
Just rolled 17K yesterday.

Truly a fanstastic car.

I drive it more than any of my other Porsche's.

Chris.
Old 08-13-2017, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by robmypro
By the way, i took the GT3 out tonight. Ran into a 993 Turbo. He jumped on it and it was extremely fast. A bullet. So all these cars dating back many years are crazy fast.
A stock 993tt would be eaten alive by a 991 GT3. Car probably had lot of mods.


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