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First Impressions- 2019 GT3RS in GT Silver - And PICS
Got about 150 miles in yesterday before the snow came in. Glad I did. I like to follow the spirit of the break in procedure and work up the revs and speed over a period of miles/seat time. Even at almost 14k miles on my .1, I was still ‘breaking it in’..getting more acclimated with the machine with each and every mile. Looking forward to a similar journey with the .2.
I was shifting around 5-6k in spirited fashion...
First impressions- (I retain my right to change the impressions below as I get more seat-time.)
1. PDK is DEFINITELY crisper/faster.
2. More mid-range push-you-in-your-seat power.
3. The engine does seem to want to rev easier/freer/quicker(?)
4. Suspension is DEFINITELY more firm. I can feel the stiffer springs for sure. (I was running GT3 Cup spherical inner lower control arm bushings front and rear on my .1)
5. Factory alignment/set-up way better for spirited back road fun.
6. All the exterior lighting seems more vibrant...electric-like. Very modern and cool. Assuming LED still...but I perceive them as upgraded tech over the .1
7. Like the more aggressive styling of the front and rear fascia...larger side skirts and of course the NACA ducts...all just elevate the look to my eyes.
I'm looking forward to more impressions from those who have experience .1 & .2 RS. The price difference is now significant and I've had my mind on a lava red .1 for some time.. used car which has been well depreciated as this would be for track (still manual for me on the road)
I'm looking forward to more impressions from those who have experience .1 & .2 RS. The price difference is now significant and I've had my mind on a lava red .1 for some time.. used car which has been well depreciated as this would be for track (still manual for me on the road)
Sweet ride phil... and I admire your taste in wheels. Can't wait to see it in person!!
I've had them both and as you know a ton of eat time in various GT's. The .1 is >90% as good as the .2. Yes the .2 revs, faster, has more pull, and is better connected to the road. However, you don't drive it and get the feeling the .1 is anywhere near inadequate or obsolete. The proven reliability (see trakcar, et al, 2018) of the .1 is hard to ignore and I think it's a very very sound buy right now.
@PhilT3 (PT3) car looks incredible, did you paint the side markers in GT silver?
Thanks bud! Not paint... it's vinyl. I may eventually have them painted.
Originally Posted by RLNTL3S
Congrats!
Awesome wing end plates!
Thanks bud!
Originally Posted by sgroer
Sweet ride phil... and I admire your taste in wheels. Can't wait to see it in person!!
I've had them both and as you know a ton of eat time in various GT's. The .1 is >90% as good as the .2. Yes the .2 revs, faster, has more pull, and is better connected to the road. However, you don't drive it and get the feeling the .1 is anywhere near inadequate or obsolete. The proven reliability (see trakcar, et al, 2018) of the .1 is hard to ignore and I think it's a very very sound buy right now.
Thanks bud! though... I MIGHT throw a curve-ball and change the wheels up. I will be running gold wheels for the summer/track. I would also agree on your comparison of the .1 vs the .2.
Originally Posted by C2Spin
Look great, Phil. Based on my limited seat time in Ryan's car, I would concur with what you said. As Porsche does ... the next one is always better.
Thanks bud!!! Yep....Porsche knows how to sell their wares! LOL
Originally Posted by CAlexio
Very clean.
I'm looking forward to more impressions from those who have experience .1 & .2 RS. The price difference is now significant and I've had my mind on a lava red .1 for some time.. used car which has been well depreciated as this would be for track (still manual for me on the road)
Thanks Alex! Hope all is well with your adventures! Safe travels bud.
Originally Posted by surfer
Clean spec. Congrats
Thanks! I wanted to try a 'cleaner'...more stealth look compared to my .1.
Originally Posted by mdrums
nice. I like the windshield banner and the black wheels...
Thanks bud! The black wheels DO look great! Though, I will be running gold wheels for the summer/track.
01-14-2019, 12:21 AM
First Impressions- 2019 GT3RS in GT Silver - And PICS
Looking forward to seeing it in the spring and hearing it with the new Dundon headers.