GT3 or...?
04-08-2018, 07:57 AM
#46
I would take the AMG GTR over the base vantage but i would take the base vantage over the other AMG GT cars due to the fact that it can be specced with a manual. If they come out with a Vantage GT8 like in the previous model then for sure i would take that over the AMG GTR if it can be specced with a manual.
I think all the AMG GT variants and the new Vantage are great looking cars
I think all the AMG GT variants and the new Vantage are great looking cars
04-08-2018, 09:07 AM
#47
Burning Brakes
THIS^
I find the GT3 is the perfect sports car; especially around town, on the highway, and everywhere in-between. Why not??
I find the Turbo/S and GTS are merely sportY cars but lack the true feeling of a sportS car. I feel better connected to the road in a Mazda Miata than a 991.2 Turbo S IMO.
I find the GT3 is the perfect sports car; especially around town, on the highway, and everywhere in-between. Why not??
I find the Turbo/S and GTS are merely sportY cars but lack the true feeling of a sportS car. I feel better connected to the road in a Mazda Miata than a 991.2 Turbo S IMO.
04-08-2018, 11:16 AM
#48
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I think the GT3 is a warm climate daily driver where the roads don’t resemble mine fields waiting to swallow an expensive wheel and tire. For an NYC performance car how about an MB C63S. No where near as punishing as some of the alternatives, it is a gas to drive, has a truly symphonic exhaust note(s) and you can get wheel insurance from the dealer which you will surely need. Ask me how I know!
04-08-2018, 01:43 PM
#49
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I find the GT3 is the perfect sports car; especially around town, on the highway, and everywhere in-between. Why not??
I find the Turbo/S and GTS are merely sportY cars but lack the true feeling of a sportS car. I feel better connected to the road in a Mazda Miata than a 991.2 Turbo S IMO.
I find the GT3 is the perfect sports car; especially around town, on the highway, and everywhere in-between. Why not??
I find the Turbo/S and GTS are merely sportY cars but lack the true feeling of a sportS car. I feel better connected to the road in a Mazda Miata than a 991.2 Turbo S IMO.
I think the GT3 is a warm climate daily driver where the roads don’t resemble mine fields waiting to swallow an expensive wheel and tire. For an NYC performance car how about an MB C63S. No where near as punishing as some of the alternatives, it is a gas to drive, has a truly symphonic exhaust note(s) and you can get wheel insurance from the dealer which you will surely need. Ask me how I know!
04-08-2018, 04:00 PM
#50
Three Wheelin'
I do agree on the road conditions here in NY and the surrounding areas. They are terrible to drive on and own a sports car of any kind. I did have a CLS63 before my X6M. It was a great car with the 5.5 liter biturbo engine that produced great power and sound. I get the tire and wheel insurance on all of my cars. It’s a must around here. Luckily though I have never needed to use them for a cracked wheel other than a tire change. I try to be as careful as I can while driving. There are a few used GT3s around and I scheduled a test drive on one. I have to take it on the street mostly to see how it can manage. I will then make my decision. Thank you to everyone for the great replies. It really helps me to understand the pros and cons of owning a GT3 in New York. One question though. How is the power of the GT3 with its 9k redline for street use? Is it usable around town or does it feel sluggish?