GT3 Touring vs 458 Speciale?
09-05-2018, 07:59 PM
#1
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
GT3 Touring vs 458 Speciale?
Hi guys,
I have a touring incoming but always yearned 458 speciale.
Touring has msrp of 180k and 458sp go around 400k.
What would you guys pick? and why?
I have a touring incoming but always yearned 458 speciale.
Touring has msrp of 180k and 458sp go around 400k.
What would you guys pick? and why?
09-05-2018, 08:03 PM
#2
Rennlist Member
If you have money for a Speciale then buy an R instead of a Touring ... those were the two cars on my list and I chose the latter.
But if you're happy with a Touring just buy it and pocket the $200k.
Or just spend the coin on your dream car.
Not sure how any of us can guide you.
But if you're happy with a Touring just buy it and pocket the $200k.
Or just spend the coin on your dream car.
Not sure how any of us can guide you.
09-05-2018, 08:04 PM
#3
There's diminishing returns for me, and just because I can afford something doesn't mean I think it's worth it. 400k for a used car I could barely drive without the value plummeting vs a brand new car that I could drive the heck out of.. Easy choice for me.
09-05-2018, 08:12 PM
#4
Three Wheelin'
When the 991.1 GT3 came out, the comparison videos pitted the GT3 vs the Speciale. Probably just timing, but the GT3 was just as good in the corners with the V8 Speciale pulling on the straights. The Speciale is like a GT3 with a V8, super chassis, wonderful sound and the styling is top notch.
I'd certainly love to spend some time behind the wheel of one.
Ryan
I'd certainly love to spend some time behind the wheel of one.
Ryan
09-05-2018, 08:21 PM
#5
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
If you have money for a Speciale then buy an R instead of a Touring ... those were the two cars on my list and I chose the latter.
But if you're happy with a Touring just buy it and pocket the $200k.
Or just spend the coin on your dream car.
Not sure how any of us can guide you.
But if you're happy with a Touring just buy it and pocket the $200k.
Or just spend the coin on your dream car.
Not sure how any of us can guide you.
When the 991.1 GT3 came out, the comparison videos pitted the GT3 vs the Speciale. Probably just timing, but the GT3 was just as good in the corners with the V8 Speciale pulling on the straights. The Speciale is like a GT3 with a V8, super chassis, wonderful sound and the styling is top notch.
I'd certainly love to spend some time behind the wheel of one.
Ryan
I'd certainly love to spend some time behind the wheel of one.
Ryan
09-05-2018, 08:49 PM
#6
You can’t conpare the two cars. It’s like saying should I buy a Tag or a Patek? Both tell time.
the Speciale is a modern classic and it’s not something you are gonna want to put a ton of miles on. GT3 can easily be a daily driver.
if you have 400k to blow, buy a touring and a 458. Drive the hell out of both.
if you want an “investment” that is going to be a garage queen, buy the soeciale and take it out on special occasions but keep it parked.
rhe comparison however between the two is not logical.
the Speciale is a modern classic and it’s not something you are gonna want to put a ton of miles on. GT3 can easily be a daily driver.
if you have 400k to blow, buy a touring and a 458. Drive the hell out of both.
if you want an “investment” that is going to be a garage queen, buy the soeciale and take it out on special occasions but keep it parked.
rhe comparison however between the two is not logical.
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09-05-2018, 09:34 PM
#9
Three Wheelin'
The first half million is the toughest. If you can afford to purchase and operate a Speciale, you can acquire both.
09-05-2018, 09:43 PM
#10
If price is right, definitely the Speciale. NVM the manual transmission...
09-05-2018, 09:49 PM
#11
Burning Brakes
09-05-2018, 10:49 PM
#13
Hell, I’d take a Speciale over a 911R any day. Probably over a 2011 RS 4.0 too. Blasphemy, I know.
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09-05-2018, 10:52 PM
#14
I debated this also. I ended up getting the car I could drive more on a semi daily basis and was more engaging for me with a manual transmission...the GT3. The speciale is...well...special...I don't think you'll want to daily it...not practical and way too much attention. Also, there is no warranty left on them. For half price, get the GT3 touring with manual and enjoy it! Finally, if you can afford it and decide to get a speciale, go for the aperta.
