First drive ever in a GT3: my new 2018 GT3
11-24-2017, 10:42 AM
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First drive ever in a GT3: my new 2018 GT3
https://imgur.com/a/yKA5k
So, I’ve driven a couple regular 911’s and they are nice, but the GT3 is otherworldly. Immediate responses and the SOUND. This engine is something special. I got a few hundred varied miles on it and then did a few rolling acceleration runs and let the engine and PDK-S do their thing. WOW. I’m a convert. This thing wants to run.
Ride isn’t bad, but it gets a little busy on multiple bumps. Still daily driveable for sure if you want. There is definitely more road noise coming into the cabin, but on most roads, you can actually use the Bose when cruising. That said, you do turn off the radio when accelerating. Has to be one of the best sounding cars on the planet. I gave several family members rides and they all commented on the race car sounds with the transmission and engine. I concur.
i want to thank my local salesman and dealer (PP Dallas) for the integrity in which they do business. That goes both ways as I will always deal with them on my P-car transactions buying and selling. I am grateful to have them local and have a great relationship with my sales guy. Got my first P-car through him (GT4) and now this masterpiece.
So, on transmission and my 18 ways. I really didn’t like the cable shifter in my GT4 as I am used to linkage shifters like in my ZR1. The GT4 worked great on the track and around town mostly, but sometimes it felt like there was a bit more resistance going into gear like a little extra detent especially at lower rpm. So, shift action wasn’t 100% consistent. It annoyed me. So PDK-S it is and it’s sublime. Does everything right and in milliseconds. On the seats, I drive around town 95% of the time and my Dad is a big guy. I wanted him to enjoy it. Plus, I like heated seats with my problematic back. Yes, I’m a sissy.
Anyway, in love with the car. It’s everything you all have read and seen. I feel very fortunate to have one in the garage.
So, I’ve driven a couple regular 911’s and they are nice, but the GT3 is otherworldly. Immediate responses and the SOUND. This engine is something special. I got a few hundred varied miles on it and then did a few rolling acceleration runs and let the engine and PDK-S do their thing. WOW. I’m a convert. This thing wants to run.
Ride isn’t bad, but it gets a little busy on multiple bumps. Still daily driveable for sure if you want. There is definitely more road noise coming into the cabin, but on most roads, you can actually use the Bose when cruising. That said, you do turn off the radio when accelerating. Has to be one of the best sounding cars on the planet. I gave several family members rides and they all commented on the race car sounds with the transmission and engine. I concur.
i want to thank my local salesman and dealer (PP Dallas) for the integrity in which they do business. That goes both ways as I will always deal with them on my P-car transactions buying and selling. I am grateful to have them local and have a great relationship with my sales guy. Got my first P-car through him (GT4) and now this masterpiece.
So, on transmission and my 18 ways. I really didn’t like the cable shifter in my GT4 as I am used to linkage shifters like in my ZR1. The GT4 worked great on the track and around town mostly, but sometimes it felt like there was a bit more resistance going into gear like a little extra detent especially at lower rpm. So, shift action wasn’t 100% consistent. It annoyed me. So PDK-S it is and it’s sublime. Does everything right and in milliseconds. On the seats, I drive around town 95% of the time and my Dad is a big guy. I wanted him to enjoy it. Plus, I like heated seats with my problematic back. Yes, I’m a sissy.
Anyway, in love with the car. It’s everything you all have read and seen. I feel very fortunate to have one in the garage.
Last edited by Quikag; 11-24-2017 at 11:27 AM.
11-24-2017, 11:05 AM
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awesome!
you and I have similar taste in cars---I too had a ZR1 and still have the GT4 and 991.1 GT3...never noticed the issues you describe with the GT4 shifter, as a matter of fact, I like it a lot better than the ZR1 shifter and I had both the stock and MGW shifters in that car.
time for pics and the cars specs
(anxiously awaiting my allocation for 991.2 RS)
you and I have similar taste in cars---I too had a ZR1 and still have the GT4 and 991.1 GT3...never noticed the issues you describe with the GT4 shifter, as a matter of fact, I like it a lot better than the ZR1 shifter and I had both the stock and MGW shifters in that car.
time for pics and the cars specs
(anxiously awaiting my allocation for 991.2 RS)
11-24-2017, 12:15 PM
#5
Congrats. I recently picked up a new silver gt3 as well and wanted sofa, heated seats and bose stereo. Great options to have if you drive a lot and get in/out often.
11-24-2017, 12:53 PM
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Thanks all. Yeah it’s still an edgy ride but with the sofas, PDK, Bose, and some nice interior options, it’s still a fun balanced ride that will still be quite capable on track but easier around town.
More comments:
-oil pressure gauge is a joke. They should have redone the range as the pressure is at the upper end all the time except at idle. Heard from others that’s normal.
-engine warms up VERY fast. Idled for about 5 minutes after overnight cold start while waiting for the wife yesterday morning and temps were almost up to operating range.
-looking in the rear view mirror, those intake ducts under the wing look awesome!
-you can really tell when the intake and exhaust flappers are opening and closing. It’s quiet and subdued at low throttle and low rpm but it comes alive as you climb near 4K and above.
- the whoosh sound when you lower the front axle lift sounds cool.
-sport cup 2 tires love to pick up gravel and other loose stuff on road and it likes rattling in the wheel wells. No biggie and expected.
-I like the rear back-up camera, but wish there was a front one too.
More comments:
-oil pressure gauge is a joke. They should have redone the range as the pressure is at the upper end all the time except at idle. Heard from others that’s normal.
-engine warms up VERY fast. Idled for about 5 minutes after overnight cold start while waiting for the wife yesterday morning and temps were almost up to operating range.
-looking in the rear view mirror, those intake ducts under the wing look awesome!
-you can really tell when the intake and exhaust flappers are opening and closing. It’s quiet and subdued at low throttle and low rpm but it comes alive as you climb near 4K and above.
- the whoosh sound when you lower the front axle lift sounds cool.
-sport cup 2 tires love to pick up gravel and other loose stuff on road and it likes rattling in the wheel wells. No biggie and expected.
-I like the rear back-up camera, but wish there was a front one too.
11-24-2017, 01:15 PM
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Quickag...congrats on your car and I hope you're enjoying the unseasonably warm DFW weather! I agree with your assessment of PP and have been a customer there for years. I have a GT3 on the way with Bose, heated seats, extra leather, etc. There's nothing sissy about any GT3 and for what it's worth, I think you were wise to build the car for your own enjoyment as opposed to the perceived expectations of a future buyer or other forum members.
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11-24-2017, 01:21 PM
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Pics?
11-24-2017, 01:23 PM
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11-24-2017, 01:38 PM
#10
That kid solving the 9x multiplication table though...
11-24-2017, 01:46 PM
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Quickag...congrats on your car and I hope you're enjoying the unseasonably warm DFW weather! I agree with your assessment of PP and have been a customer there for years. I have a GT3 on the way with Bose, heated seats, extra leather, etc. There's nothing sissy about any GT3 and for what it's worth, I think you were wise to build the car for your own enjoyment as opposed to the perceived expectations of a future buyer or other forum members.
The color is GT silver. I really like it.
11-24-2017, 01:59 PM
#12
Congrats on the car. Funny that PP hasn't contacted me about a GT3 allocation even though I've had my deposit in for it since May 2015, probably bc I'm an out of towner.
