Originally Posted by STG

Standard wheels are gloss Silver.

You can pay extra for the Satin finishes. Will work well on black, as the old gloss black ones showed water spots, scratches, etc. easily. A satin finish is more forgiving.

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Satin Platinum
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Originally Posted by robmypro

I heard something about improved software.

Originally Posted by Chris3963

Because this engine is so much more special than the RS 4.0.

I would not be surprised when the next RS comes out, that they have extracted more power by allowing the engine to rev to 10,000rpm because the technology they have used potentially allows them to do that.

Originally Posted by squid42

I recommend that you look at the silver on the 991 GT3 wheels in person.

In my opinion the silver on there is spectacular. The paint formula is not the same one as for -say- Carrera S wheels' silver. The platinum satin on the other hand is the same on gt3 and S wheels. And IIRC platinum satin was default on 991.1 GT3 and gt3rs.

In the rarity department I'm pretty sure the silver is serving better.

Originally Posted by neanicu

I have mentioned this in a post...I don't remember if on this thread or in a different one :
Please do some research online on the differences between a double mass flywheel and a single mass. The difference between the 2 is quite substantial. The crankshaft is a high precision balanced assembly. If you create the slightest unbalance in that spinning assembly,it will send vibrations throughout the entire engine at certain RPM range. In time,the potential failures could be as minor as a Rear Main Seal oil leak,to the catastrophic failure of the engine.
AP is saying this crankshaft is different : larger and has drilled holes through it. Oil is fed through those holes to the rod bearings. He also specifically said that the single mass flywheel will create vibration that will hurt the main bearing in its vicinity.
Do any of you want to be the one to try it? Go right ahead! You will be a great test bed. AP made it very easy for you : he clearly said the single mass flywheel from the R WILL FIT on this engine! Forget about warranty though and this engine is not quite proven yet. All we have is words at the moment.
Sure...all of the above could just be AP's BS and he is just protecting the R by not offering the LWFW,but are you willing to take that bet?

Originally Posted by Nizer

Trakcar failed to add that it's also the fastest wheel....

Originally Posted by DJM48

GET THE LIFT!

Yes - have front axle lift and use it every day. Speed humps, driveways, causeways, etc. The front of the car is very low and the lift makes a huge difference. Activates and deactivates almost instantaneously. I will post some photos coming into my driveway tomorrow to highlight the difference (pitch black outside at present!)

http://www.porsche.com/australia/mod...is/liftsystem/

And it only weighs 7kg.

http://www.rennteam.com/page/content...entId=43352085

I cannot accurately predict when the diffuser will scrape and I am not sure I hear it anyway over the sound of the engine. Compression of rear suspension coming down off a speed hump is the most likely scenario.


DM

Originally Posted by shaytun

One aesthetic comment: those stripes look hideous on the buckets. I hope they're not charging to remove them. Should be a free option.

Originally Posted by Paul Graville

Availability update: just tried one of the bigger UK dealerships. They're part of Porsche Retail rather than most others, which are franchised. They have 12 allocations for this year and all are gone. I asked what about next year? They said we won't let you join the queue as there are 50-60 people already ahead of you!

I expect premiums are going to be even higher than last time unfortunately.

Originally Posted by Paul Graville

Availability update: just tried one of the bigger UK dealerships. They're part of Porsche Retail rather than most others, which are franchised. They have 12 allocations for this year and all are gone. I asked what about next year? They said we won't let you join the queue as there are 50-60 people already ahead of you!

I expect premiums are going to be even higher than last time unfortunately.

Originally Posted by Daggie

Didn't see this vid on the first page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VY5bcJfAaiw

Originally Posted by MKW

they look like the tackyish graphics you often see on those stretchy slip over nylon seat savers sold by JC Whitney-type places for eveything from trucks , minivan, to sporty cars

Originally Posted by Littleern

I haven't called around but did have to fill out a form last week with my UK dealer to show my driver history, etc. I assume they will use this to determine who will get one. No guarantees of a car of course but at least it looks like there is a more considered process this time. Then again, may all be a smokescreen and all cars have already gone to the DP's best customers (no problem with that) and/or friends (not so good).

Did you submit a LOI last year?

Originally Posted by STG

^^^ somewhere mentioned you will be able to delete them I believe? I'm sure that will be the case.

Those Alcantara inserts are easily interchangeable and they'll give you the option I'm sure to go without.