911 Carrera T
#331
Race Director
Just to pile on praise for the Carrera T I just purchased one from Tyler @ Atlanta Perimeter. It had been sitting around a while I believe because the only options were PCCB, RAS, Sport Buckets and Chrono. All I need and nothing I don't. Its a fabulous car. The styling details with the gray wheels, mirrors, graphics, exhaust tips, etc. is really cool. Plus I really wanted something I would want to drive nearly everyday.
In order to do this deal I came to the decision to sell my 2007 GT3. I had owned it since new and tracked it a few times. Over the last 5 years I put less than 1000 miles on it. It really was a special car but it was not conducive to daily driving. Too low, stiff clutch etc. Don't get me wrong I loved the car for those back road blasts but it was just a decision to go in a different direction. Also for a track beast I picked up a GT350R so that eased the pain.
In order to do this deal I came to the decision to sell my 2007 GT3. I had owned it since new and tracked it a few times. Over the last 5 years I put less than 1000 miles on it. It really was a special car but it was not conducive to daily driving. Too low, stiff clutch etc. Don't get me wrong I loved the car for those back road blasts but it was just a decision to go in a different direction. Also for a track beast I picked up a GT350R so that eased the pain.
I do like the simplicity of this car. No drama-Performs handsomely.
GT3s have some drama which is great but, I agree, not a Daily driver.
#332
I have a GT4 and .2 GT3 and sometimes or more often than not I do miss my ex 991.2 Carrera (got it in Jan 2017 before the T was even revealed) and I can only imagine if I had a 911T now.... it needs and deserves more & more praise and respect.
I'm kinda jelly/envy with these GT3 + 911T owners lol and yeah 1st world probs. Anyway, great choice to all the fellas on acquiring and enjoying your 911T... I always was and still am a big supporter of this T model.
It also reminds me so much of my standard Guard Red Carrera build... and now the T gets so much more goodies whether standard or optional that were previously unavailable on base Carrera models.
I'm kinda jelly/envy with these GT3 + 911T owners lol and yeah 1st world probs. Anyway, great choice to all the fellas on acquiring and enjoying your 911T... I always was and still am a big supporter of this T model.
It also reminds me so much of my standard Guard Red Carrera build... and now the T gets so much more goodies whether standard or optional that were previously unavailable on base Carrera models.
#333
I thought that the GT3 touring shifter was too light. Reminded me of a normal car, something like a civic. It also didn't snap to center/3rd strongly enough, to to the point that when going from 2nd to 3rd I hit the gate between 3rd and 5th, something that's happened to me in a 987. In my experience, the 911 T shifter had better self centering and I never missed a shift. With everything you feel and touch (seats, steering, shifter) I thought the 911 T experience was waaaay closer to a GT3 experience than the price difference suggests (not so with sound and brakes). And you can buy one at a discount instead of with an ADM.
#334
Rennlist Member
I’m indecisive, thinking about removing the Carrera T script on sides of car. Depends on the day.
curious how many t owners deleted script either during build or after delivery.
curious how many t owners deleted script either during build or after delivery.
#335
Rennlist Member
Would never delete the script on mine. I think it looks awesome. And I’m not usually a fan of stickers.
#336
Rennlist Member
#savethestickers
I waffled when ordering, but kept it...now would not remove them for anything. I think it gives the car a lower stance visually, as it adds a subtle character line lengthwise.
cheers!
I waffled when ordering, but kept it...now would not remove them for anything. I think it gives the car a lower stance visually, as it adds a subtle character line lengthwise.
cheers!
#337
I ordered a clean build - model designation delete on rear and side-stripe delete. I'm not a stickers guy and I just like a clean, simple look. And this seems to fit with the less-is-more theme of the T. However, I'm surely in the minority and I think most guys like the side stripes. And the side stripes were designed specifically for the T, so there's that. It's purely subjective, so there's really very little we can do to help you with your decision.
#339
Race Car
#341
Rennlist Member
It seems like a marketing gimmick to make the car unique for very little expense. At the same time it is how Porsche delivers it therefore it’s part of the car.
best suggestion was buy a “t” decal set from Suncoast for $230 then remove existing stripes. That allows replacement before resale or when mood strikes.
sheesh, can’t believe how much thought process I’ve invested for just some decals
best suggestion was buy a “t” decal set from Suncoast for $230 then remove existing stripes. That allows replacement before resale or when mood strikes.
sheesh, can’t believe how much thought process I’ve invested for just some decals
#342
Three Wheelin'
The love for the T is a bit like that for the 981 Spyder. More than the sum of its parts and not all about the power.
Anyone had experience of both and can make a comparison?
Anyone had experience of both and can make a comparison?
#343
Funny how we went from poo-pooing the T to now heralding it, always said it seemed to be a great package/car
#344
Rennlist Member
What a ringing endorsement, given what's in your avatar.
I agree, and have been saying this more or less since 2015/2016 with the arrival of the 991.2 Carrera 7MT and my shock at how complete and fun it was—easily the best standard 911 for a long time, maybe ever. Two years later, the T was similarly brilliant but didn't make its differences all that apparent over the standard Carrera, even in two near back to back drives, other than the obvious short shifter and a bit more engine noise—mainly because the base suspension got a lot more sporting with the 991.2 while Sport PASM got noticeably more compliant. The dynamic/overall similarity said a lot for the standard Carrera, and also had me thinking the T was a bit of a marketing special and maybe not even worth its premium over the Carrera unless you wanted PSE, 20s, and other items in its group of options—or had to have RAS and/or LWBS. It took a 600-800 mile back-to-back drive to ferret out the real dynamic differences between Carrera and Carrera T, and all I can say is the T is very special indeed. It takes a car I already think a lot of GT3 drivers might have more fun in more of the time—and more often—and adds another layer with a key addition not available in the Carrera: Sport PASM w/LSD. I also love its breadth of capability, and its price directly addresses the complaints of those who say GT3s are becoming too precious.
Marketing ploy? A new Black Edition? Who cares. It's a great car.
(Photos Larry Chen for 000)
Everyone will have an opinion, and TMMV, but my take is: 987.2 Spyder > Carrera T > 981 Spyder
987.2 Boxster Spyder: a high point in terms of "more than the sum of its parts" in the modern era of Porsche, but comes with compromise in terms of practicality
Carrera T: has shades of the 987.2 Spyder in its goldilocksness and one of Porsche's very best engines + none of the downsides in practicality
981 Boxster Spyder: improved over the 987.2 Spyder in every way, possibly more entertaining on the street than the GT4, but lost some of the magic of the 987.2 Spyder
Last edited by stout; 02-10-2019 at 01:30 PM.
#345
Have owned several GT cars but have to agree with you guys!