just got the confidential release for the RS... 4.0 and 36mm wider track.
02-25-2015, 04:55 PM
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Unless you're a 918 buyer, nobody knows what pricing is. I just spoke with my dealer yesterday (which sold 11 918's thus far). They are the 12th top selling in new Porsche car sales yearly, and even they have no info on pricing. And also said unless you bought a new 918, your chances of getting an RS are slim to none.
02-25-2015, 05:09 PM
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Wonder if I can retrofit the "pit speed button" into my 991 C2S. The Starbucks barista always says I drive too fast through the drive thru.
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02-25-2015, 07:04 PM
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02-25-2015, 07:48 PM
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Optional euro spec. OEM usa.
Right, it was 188,500. The new one will be much cheaper. Now the limited edition .2 with it flat8 5L..... 300k.
6k high.
15k high
One can dream. I'd rather have proper calipers but oh well.
15k high
One can dream. I'd rather have proper calipers but oh well.
02-25-2015, 07:57 PM
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pure speculation, but they'll number them like the 997 4.0... why not.. not numbered they can ask 200 and get it.. numbered they can ask 300 and get it.. why not increase your profits exponentially more while still retaining brand value and demand.,. the new G500 4x4-2 is 280k... why? because they can... and im sure gonna sell out instantly. i see the car being 250k and numbered and sick as **** and selling for 300..
02-25-2015, 10:36 PM
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Unless you're a 918 buyer, nobody knows what pricing is. I just spoke with my dealer yesterday (which sold 11 918's thus far). They are the 12th top selling in new Porsche car sales yearly, and even they have no info on pricing. And also said unless you bought a new 918, your chances of getting an RS are slim to none.
But the 991 gt3 RS is a different kettle of fish. Supposedly, production for this model will be limited and there is the rumor that production must terminate before the European Cycle 6 implementation dateline in September of 2015. Whether this is fact or fiction, we really don't know the exact figures scheduled for production - 600, 1000, 1200?
But here is the unusual & unprecedented thing that creates a new wrinkle into this landscape. Porsche, to my knowledge, has never had a legally binding VIP program like the one designed recently to attract buyers for the 918. The VIP program, allowing 918 owners/deposit holders to have preferential allocation to any and all new models introduced by Porsche for several years, was an actual benefit marketed to potential buyers of this US$845+ Hybrid supercar. So if you agreed to purchase a 918 Spyder, you are a bonafide member of this exclusive VIP club!
It might seem a bit 'unfair' to others right now, especially if some of these desirable models like the gt3 RS is schedule to be built in small numbers and the 918 VIP folks might get the Lion's Share of them. But remember that when Porsche made this promise, they were quite concerned that they were coming up short on the 918 individual prospects needed to make the 918 Spyder project an economic success!
So quite frankly, neither Porsche or the enthusiast community really knows what is going to happen next! If every 918 owner/deposit holder in that elite VIP program places an orders for a 991 gt3 RS, will there be any left for the second tier of Porsche buyers on the waiting lists at dealers all over the world? Frankly, I don't even think PCNA knows at the present time what will happen if every 918 owner or deposit holder in North America asks for a reservation on a 991 gt3 RS next week! So we are in new unchartered waters! Hopefully, we will know soon...and members of this forum will be among the first to find out what is the score. Of that I am sure!
http://www.eater.com/2014/12/5/73393...ansion#4353098
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02-26-2015, 12:04 AM
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Makes sense for a dedicated track car to squeeze some better lap time performance. However, to use for a split DD for me makes no sense with the suttle increase in performance. Now with that said I would pay MSRP not a cent more based on the listed reasons. I was told the car will list around 185k minus options. RS long term us always a good move, but I'm more than happy with my GT3 all around. 2000 miles and I smile each time I'm behind the wheel.
Makes me glad I have clear tail lights on mine too!
02-26-2015, 01:40 AM
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02-26-2015, 09:41 AM
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Ha thanks. Actually I think it works on certain colors, and I love the option. My last Porsche was a 991S Aqua Blue that I bought the dealer spec that had clears. I liked them so much I ordered them on the CWM. It's hit and miss for some, but works for me. Enjoy my friend.
02-26-2015, 11:57 PM
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You GOTTA be kidding me?? 21" wheels?
Is no one else catching this or maybe I really am one dimensional? (Seriously, I must be). How are we expected to find tires for this thing, especially track worthy tires?
We have enough trouble finding capable 20" wheels that many of us have gone to 19's. Now, Porsche wants to get cute and do what Cadillac does and put ridiculous, HUGE profile wheels on the car for aesthetics?
I've been so excited in anticipation of this car, the wing, the fender gills, carbon hood… then the most important part of the car, the contact patch becomes a 17 year old boys cartoon drawing put into production. Great. Nice Porsche.
The wishful thinking of everyone earlier on about how the tire manufacturers will implement "supply & demand" and sooner than later there will be tons of choices is a dream. Ain't happening.
