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Old 01-10-2014, 06:02 PM
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Hi everyone,

I am new to the forum and seek your advice. I've made an appointment with my dealer to place a deposit on my second GT3 (997.1 being my first) and first RS tomorrow. No dilemma with options or desired specs but I will be number 5 on the list for allocation, which seems deep. This dealer has received and sold multiple RS models each year released. Do I take the chance or swing a standard GT3 for a 2015 build. I will be tracking 2-3 times per year and using as a weekender. I also have a dedicated track e36 m3 being prep'd for this coming season. Thank you in advance -Tim
Old 01-10-2014, 06:33 PM
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For 2-3 times a year tracking and since you have another track car, I would say a standard GT3 would do the job better -- unless the RS is 300lbs lighter and came with a manual.
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It sounds like track time with the RS will be fairly minimal and you already have a dedicated track car. Also, being #5 on the list would make me a little nervous. If it were me I'd choose the GT3, as the incremental performance difference will be meaningless as a weekender.

That said, the question is whether you feel you NEED an RS for whatever reason and will be unhappy if you don't get one. Only you can answer that. If I were you I might consider seeing if I could get a higher slot at a different dealer. Good luck with your choice.
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deposit on both, take your chances
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If you get a GT3, you will want an RS. If you get an RS, you won't want a GT3. Ask me how I know.
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Originally Posted by kyrocks
If you get a GT3, you will want an RS. If you get an RS, you won't want a GT3. Ask me how I know.
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What G car said. You might as well have a deposit on both and you can decide once the car is announced in a few months.
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Originally Posted by kyrocks
If you get a GT3, you will want an RS. If you get an RS, you won't want a GT3. Ask me how I know.
Yeap, once you taste RS there's no going back.
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I have to imagine that the wide rear stance, 21" ear wheels, and big spoiler are going to look pretty epic.
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...and the f.u. colorways. Is it wrong that this is the part I'm most excited about?
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Originally Posted by consolidated
...and the f.u. colorways. Is it wrong that this is the part I'm most excited about?
Can't wait.
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Get the RS. Period.
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buy the GT3 drive it until RS arrives. then buy the RS.
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I appreciate your opinions and comments. I've decided to go RS. I may be late in the game but the feeling in my stomach is overwhelming. I am obsessed with this model.
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Originally Posted by mooty
buy the GT3 drive it until RS arrives. sell to mooty for 10k below msrp. then buy the RS.
Fixed it for you.


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