Macca

Peter. Fashion Grey is an excellent choice IMHO. I believe a PTS of a colour like this will enhance resale value in the future.

Gros Chien. I think you mean June 2014 production. That may be called 2015 car but it is made after June 2014 right? Production of 991 GT3 will finish by Oct/Nov 2014 from what I am told (although no doubt subject to change).

Larry Cable

change your avatar, or PTS your GT3 same color as the Cayman!

DrJay

That is a good idea. I will look into that as well.

Z356

Macca: If you examine what other manufacturers charge, if they were to allow PTS at all (which is only a handful), the cost of PTS at Porsche is really NOT over the top! Trust me on that. You can do PTS in any color you choose - not just those already pre-approved by others that have actually custom ordered a car in those colors. It just takes time to test your particular desired 'color' and might never be approved due to technical paint issues of fading, etc. Or you might lose your production slot if the process takes too long.

But regardless my stated reservations at the manner in which the program is currently administered by PCNA here in the United States, I still believe 'Porsche Exclusive' is truly one of the greatest bespoke services in all of European auto business today! And I urge Rennlisters to get to know all the capabilities of the 'Exclusive' department with regards to special custom orders. The creation of a highly personalized Porsche will be a unique experience that might be one of the most gratifying purchase decision that you ever make in your lifetime! I speak from some limited experience on the subject:

https://rennlist.com/forums/991/7085...e-and-you.html

Saludos,
Eduardo
Carmel

Conekilr

Peridot suits the Cayman R but I don't think it translates to the 991 very well, especially a GT3.

Z356

Unfortunately, ''Peridot Green Metallic'' turns close to 'Lime Gold Metallic' (second photo) under certain light! 'Peridot' is an attractive color compared to 'Lime Gold', but it rarely looks as vividly 'green' as Conekilr's avatar will have you believe. I am sure he would be the first one to admit that! Filters can do wonders in modern photography!

Saludos,
Eduardo

Conekilr

^^^^ Eduardo, actually my avatar is an accurate representation of how Peridot looks in natural light. It is stunning in person but I personally wouldn't want it on a GT3.

I find most metallic colours hard to accurately photograph. They are best seen in person as they change so much in different light.

john weires

Eduardo,

Thanks for the pics. Would you agree that Speed Yellow, at least in your photos, looks pretty close to Signal Yellow? I've seen Racing Yellow in person and it is not my cup of tea.

Gros Chien

I mean, I was offered a built date end of this year and I pass. I want a 2015 GT3 so they promess I was gonna have the first allocation they get for a 2015 year model GT3. So far she's gonna be PTS Signal Yellow.

Z356

In a word, John, 'NO!'. 'Speed' is much more 'mustard' than the more vibrant 'Signal Yellow'. It is all a matter of personal taste, of course. But there are few, if any, hues of yellow that are more attractive than 'Signal'. And it's a historic early 911 long-hood color that will be highly desirable in a 991 gt3 to serious collectors in years to come!

Saludos,
Eduardo

Mike in CA

Eduardo, it's been a while and I missed seeing your posts in this forum. Glad to see you sharing your expert views on this topic!

Zeus

+1
I've been fond of your posts for sometime, Eduardo. Has anyone ever offered you money in return for your time, so that you could help them spec a car?

Hopefully, in the coming years I'll either be a pain in 'Porsche Exclusive's backside, or I'll be sending you a blank check and a plane ticket in order to help me make sure one of my dream cars is done to my 100% satisfaction.

Thanks for your many years of invaluable posting.

Z356

Thanks Mike.

Yes, all the time. Mostly girls with sexy voices that ask me to please call them back at telephone numbers with a 900 area code. But I have not yet fallen for it. On the other hand, I often accept collect calls from so-called Porsche enthusiasts in far away Nigeria. Curiously, they all tell me they are related to the singer Sade or some other high-ranking Nigerian Princess. I just have a weak spot for scam artists from Africa...especially if they are really into Porsches and want to talk long distance.

That is the ticket, Zeus. Call/email Sascha or Melissa. That is their full time job. That is what each is paid to do. Don't give up or compromise. Persist until you and they get your order just right. You'll be glad you fought for it. It is worth it at the end.

Saludos,
Eduardo

Tacet-Conundrum

Arena Red. Its the Dark Red that Porsche put on their 993 Turbos.

That is if I was going to get a GT3.

I want to get Arena Red on my 991TT/Non-S asking one of the Customer Consultation Exclusive & Tequipment Reps, well the Head Rep Sascha Glasier and he said that using an old Color/Paint that was used in the past would forego the Six Months worth of testing to see if your special little color would work on their special little metal cars. But it still cost that PTS price.

Sometimes I just wonder if I should just get my New Car painted here in the States in Southern California since we have so much talent here. And . Could shoot Mr Bumper Plugs an eMail to get the specifics for.

Larry Cable

My opinion (worthless) I would *NEVER* look at a previously owned vehicle that had any aftermarket paint work other than that required for damage repair ... or I would (de)value that car accordingly ... even if Michaelangelo sprayed it...

I also wonder if you can get a complete respray for less than $5k???

YMMV

just sayin ...

maybe do an arena wrap instead?