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The 991 GT3: The aesthetic apex of the GT3 breed thus far?
Having owned each variant of the GT3 fleet to date; it came to me as I was admiring the graceful lines of the 991 version, how It has become an amalgamation of each of its predecessors; honoring them without insulting them, but making advances in a functional sense that are appreciable and understandable.
It possesses a finess and ultimate flow of design characteristics which are not only congruent with, but delicately surpasses its brethren without departing from the original in overal spirit from all angle vantage points visually.
I dare say that the 991 RS version has taken a vast departure from the fold, what with its relatively unflattering abrupt interruptions of lines and unnecessary inclusion of vents and perforations. An interesting and athletic looking creature it is; yet not on par with its unmolested sibling in an aesthetic sense.
Perhaps I will see the RS in a different light in the future, but I hold that the 991 GT3 is the visual pinnacle IMHO.
I completely agree. I'm in the design industry, and the overall execution of the 991 GT3 is remarkable. While I would love to own an RS, the GT3 is a much more pleasing execution of automotive design to the eye. To the foot, hands and butt, I'm sure the RS takes the lead.
In the flesh, the 991 GT3 looks fabulous, especially in the correct color (white). RS looks just as good, but bigger and meaner - some real race car vibe.
I've always liked the 911...but never would have bought one due to the design until the 991. I think the proportions, lines and overall design cues are extremely pleasing the eye.
Having owned each variant of the GT3 fleet to date; it came to me as I was admiring the graceful lines of the 991 version, how It has become an amalgamation of each of its predecessors; honoring them without insulting them, but making advances in a functional sense that are appreciable and understandable.
It possesses a finess and ultimate flow of design characteristics which are not only congruent with, but delicately surpasses its brethren without departing from the original in overal spirit from all angle vantage points visually.
I dare say that the 991 RS version has taken a vast departure from the fold, what with its relatively unflattering abrupt interruptions of lines and unnecessary inclusion of vents and perforations. An interesting and athletic looking creature it is; yet not on par with its unmolested sibling in an aesthetic sense.
Perhaps I will see the RS in a different light in the future, but I hold that the 991 GT3 is the visual pinnacle IMHO.
Agree in that of the GT3 generations, the 991 looks the best by far. Although a blast to drive I always thought the 996 and 997 generations didn't look like the designed flowed. Both looked a bit aftermarket to me. However, now with the 991 GT3, form and function are satisfied as it looks great and laps very fast.
My GR GT3 honestly looks like it fits as an exotic car next to Ferrari or Lamborghini
In contrast, for base 911s I admire the classic designs. I prefer the lines of a 993 or 997 C2S over a 991 C2S.
Last edited by Drifting; 09-11-2015 at 02:18 AM.
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I have to go with Leif, ipse, Nick and others. Since we're talking aesthetics, not maximum performance, then the 991 GT3 is the best looking GT car so far, current RS included, IMHO. And Drifting is right; this car wears GR very well...
Good morning…in hopes of finding homes for two 2016 911 GT3s, I am coming here for some help. I have included some info below, but I would be happy to provide more details to anyone that is interested.
It would be really nice for these GT3s to go to someone that will truly appreciate them. They can be sold separately or together. Both will arrive in the U.S. in November. If interested, please call (609)945-1500 and ask for Michael.
Thank you!
MTYP/Option Text Retail Price
0Q White 0.00
68 Leather Interior in Black/Alcantara® with Stitching in Red 3,480.00
082 Extended Range Fuel Tank 0.00
342 Seat Heating (Front) 690.00
474 Front Axle Lift System 3,490.00
490 Sound Package Plus 700.00
509 Fire Extinguisher 140.00
581 Luggage Net in Passenger Footwell 0.00
583 Smoking Package 0.00
630 Light Design Package 510.00
643 Sport Chrono Package incl. Porsche Track Precision App 1,850.00
686 SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, NavTraffic® and NavWeather® 750.00
749 Leather Interior Package with Decorative Red Stitching 1,490.00
810 Floor Mats 0.00
P07 Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) 2,635.00
P13 Automatically Dimming Mirrors with Integrated Rain Sensor 690.00
P23 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) incl. Navigation Modu 0.00
XEX Bi-Xenon™ Headlights in Black incl. Porsche Dynamic Light Sy 1,375.00
XFJ Instrument Dials in White 860.00
XSX Seat Belts in Guards Red 350.00
XXB Door-Sill Guards in Stainless Steel, Illuminated 900.00
CGJ Sport Chrono Clock Dial in White 500.00
Selling Price 167,805
Pos. MTYP/Option Text Retail Price
1 991810 911 GT3 130,400.00
2 0Q White 0.00
3 68 Leather Interior in Black/Alcantara® with Stitching in Red 3,480.00
4 342 Seat Heating (Front) 690.00
5 474 Front Axle Lift System 3,490.00
6 490 Sound Package Plus 700.00
7 509 Fire Extinguisher 140.00
8 581 Luggage Net in Passenger Footwell 0.00
9 583 Smoking Package 0.00
10 630 Light Design Package 510.00
11 643 Sport Chrono Package incl. Porsche Track Precision App 1,850.00
12 666 Telephone Module 265.00
13 669 Telephone Module with Bluetooth® Handset 665.00
14 690 SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, NavTraffic®, NavWeather® and HD R 1,120.00
15 749 Leather Interior Package with Decorative Red Stitching 1,490.00
16 810 Floor Mats 0.00
17 P07 Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) 2,635.00
18 P13 Automatically Dimming Mirrors with Integrated Rain Sensor 690.00
19 P23 Porsche Communication Management (PCM) incl. Navigation Modu 0.00
20 XCS SportDesign exterior mirror lower trims painted in Black (hi 350.00
21 XDG Wheels Painted in Black 685.00
22 XEY LED Headlights in Black incl. Porsche Dynamic Light System P 3,715.00
23 XFG Instrument Dials in Guards Red 860.00
24 XHM Center Console Trim in Carbon Fiber 630.00
25 XSX Seat Belts in Guards Red 350.00
26 EGA Carbon Fiber Interior Package i.c.w. Leather Interior 1,340.00
27 CGG Sport Chrono Clock Dial in Guards Red 500.00
Total Retail Vehicle Price 156,555.00
Destination Charge 995.00
Gas Guzzler Tax 1,000.00
Total of Charges & Taxes 1,995.00
Selling Price 173,550
09-10-2015, 11:36 PM
The 991 GT3: The aesthetic apex of the GT3 breed thus far?
