991.1 RS or 991.2 GT3 for Track Car
#1
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
991.1 RS or 991.2 GT3 for Track Car
With prices virtually identical for the 991.1 GT3 RS and 991.2 GT3, I’m having a tough time deciding. I had a 991.1 GT3 and loved it but I’ve done that now. Between the greater long term value and increase down force, does it make sense to go with the RS? Why would I pick the 3? Car will mainly be for track and weekend driving and to just look at. Will the RS be faster?
#2
Race Car
I don’t think the RS is going to be faster. But it’s probably more fun for the looking at part of your plans.
I’ve owned both (currently .2 GT3). For track only I think I’d go with the RS for the aero. But if I was going to street drive much at all I’d go with the .2GT3. The improved electronics and the new motor are both great for around town use. The GT3 is quite capable on the track but the RS has that extra something that I think I’d want if I didn’t care about street use.
I’ve owned both (currently .2 GT3). For track only I think I’d go with the RS for the aero. But if I was going to street drive much at all I’d go with the .2GT3. The improved electronics and the new motor are both great for around town use. The GT3 is quite capable on the track but the RS has that extra something that I think I’d want if I didn’t care about street use.
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#3
Rennlist Member
One has a pit speed limiter, come on it's obvious.
Seriously, the biggest difference is the motor. Track only the .1 RS is probably the way to go, then again if I wanted to win the DE every time I would get a C7 Z06 for half the money add cooling and aero and be done.
Seriously, the biggest difference is the motor. Track only the .1 RS is probably the way to go, then again if I wanted to win the DE every time I would get a C7 Z06 for half the money add cooling and aero and be done.
#4
Drifting
With prices virtually identical for the 991.1 GT3 RS and 991.2 GT3, I’m having a tough time deciding. I had a 991.1 GT3 and loved it but I’ve done that now. Between the greater long term value and increase down force, does it make sense to go with the RS? Why would I pick the 3? Car will mainly be for track and weekend driving and to just look at. Will the RS be faster?
#5
Burning Brakes
I lust after the purple .1RS, please buy one and post pictures.
#6
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
Newer electronics are appealing but I don’t really ever plan on driving the car around town. I’ve already got a Range Rover and Tesla for that.
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#8
what i have seen on track, the 991.2 is a little bit quicker on most tracks.
But i have only driven on street so no real comparison on the limit. RS looks more special, 991.2 engine feels stronger. handling differences i am not sure, i think you have to drive both same day to get a decision my experience was 991.2 feels a bit tighter and stiffer. But RS should be stiffer...so my memories bad perhaps ;-) ??
But i have only driven on street so no real comparison on the limit. RS looks more special, 991.2 engine feels stronger. handling differences i am not sure, i think you have to drive both same day to get a decision my experience was 991.2 feels a bit tighter and stiffer. But RS should be stiffer...so my memories bad perhaps ;-) ??
#9
With prices virtually identical for the 991.1 GT3 RS and 991.2 GT3, I’m having a tough time deciding. I had a 991.1 GT3 and loved it but I’ve done that now. Between the greater long term value and increase down force, does it make sense to go with the RS? Why would I pick the 3? Car will mainly be for track and weekend driving and to just look at. Will the RS be faster?
Along those lines the GT4 is even cheaper (bumper is $1.5k vs $6k, for example).
#10
I'm having a hard time talking myself out of an upgrade to a MT .2 from a GT4, especially with prices dropping to the low 50s. I really miss the mezger in my old car.
#11
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
great to hear from you again Mech! It’s been a while. I agree, this is something I’m thinking about. Also trying to understand if I can fit cheaper track tires. I certainly won’t go out without track insurance. I’d love a new GT4 but it seems like it’d be another year before I could get one, even with ADM. thinking about a new C8 vette as well, but wondering if it’d be underwhelming like the C7. So many choices. Suggestions welcome! Still need to check out the McLaren.
#12
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
50s? Are you implying you can find new GT3s in the 150s? If so please direct me that way. I’ll buy one now.
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#14
Three Wheelin'
Thread Starter
got it. That’s why I started the thread. My biggest concern about the RS are the increase in track costs. I think the .1 RS will hold its value. I can’t see it dropping below the 150s in the next several years as the .1 3s are still in the 130s with low miles.