Automobile Magazine - GT3 RS
08-04-2013, 10:15 AM
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When I was kid, I didn't even expect to get an MB. Got some MBs and BMWs, then got my first Porsche and it was truly a 'wow, can't believe it' experience. 'Dream car' has always been something on the order of Ferrari or Lambo, but the 991 GT3 is pretty close, and at far lower cost, and I anticipate that I'd be happy with it (various standard gripes aside), and wouldn't be longing for anything else (and I'm by no means discontent with my 997.1 C2S). The RS will be more than I prefer to spend, but is an option because the base GT3 may effectively be sold out. And if a 997.2 RS falls into my lap at a good price, that would work too, it has its appeal compared to the 991 GT3. In short, I'm not a want-the-latest-and-greatest or first-guy-to-get-one sort of guy; just looking for something which may be a step up in intensity, fun, and speed compared to what I have (the C2S and Cayman R).
08-04-2013, 10:41 AM
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Pete. Are you planning to replace your new 458 already?
You could buy the adaptive seats separate if you need to. The cage is bolt in I think and out and can be removed.
However the GT3 makes much more sense economically if you are going to remove the cage and strap in lunge chairs.
You could buy the adaptive seats separate if you need to. The cage is bolt in I think and out and can be removed.
However the GT3 makes much more sense economically if you are going to remove the cage and strap in lunge chairs.
08-04-2013, 12:17 PM
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When I was kid, I didn't even expect to get an MB. Got some MBs and BMWs, then got my first Porsche and it was truly a 'wow, can't believe it' experience. 'Dream car' has always been something on the order of Ferrari or Lambo, but the 991 GT3 is pretty close, and at far lower cost, and I anticipate that I'd be happy with it (various standard gripes aside), and wouldn't be longing for anything else (and I'm by no means discontent with my 997.1 C2S). The RS will be more than I prefer to spend, but is an option because the base GT3 may effectively be sold out. And if a 997.2 RS falls into my lap at a good price, that would work too, it has its appeal compared to the 991 GT3. In short, I'm not a want-the-latest-and-greatest or first-guy-to-get-one sort of guy; just looking for something which may be a step up in intensity, fun, and speed compared to what I have (the C2S and Cayman R).
now that the purchase is done i still feel good about it (it did not shatter my economical livelihood) except that it still feels weird to drive around in something which is closer to a piece of modern art than to a road car. and it is a bit annoying to get photographed by passerbys al the time. in that sense the 991 GT3 is much more down to earth...with its ghetto-style rear wing which after all got to like....
my next car will be a GT3 RS or a GT3 991 gen 2. meanwhile enjoy the GT3.
peter
08-04-2013, 01:16 PM
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i do understand perfectly what you say. it is the same with me: i never thought i would spend so much money on a car as i did acquiring the fezza 458. and i even rationalized to myself (and others) that it was a sane economical decision!!!!
now that the purchase is done i still feel good about it (it did not shatter my economical livelihood) except that it still feels weird to drive around in something which is closer to a piece of modern art than to a road car. and it is a bit annoying to get photographed by passerbys al the time. in that sense the 991 GT3 is much more down to earth...with its ghetto-style rear wing which after all got to like....
my next car will be a GT3 RS or a GT3 991 gen 2. meanwhile enjoy the GT3.
peter
now that the purchase is done i still feel good about it (it did not shatter my economical livelihood) except that it still feels weird to drive around in something which is closer to a piece of modern art than to a road car. and it is a bit annoying to get photographed by passerbys al the time. in that sense the 991 GT3 is much more down to earth...with its ghetto-style rear wing which after all got to like....
my next car will be a GT3 RS or a GT3 991 gen 2. meanwhile enjoy the GT3.
peter
