VAUROS

So, as I keep playing with the car configurator for my GT3 build, I'm starting to notice that the front air screens (not sure of the technical name) on the front bumper are a bit distracting. They protrude out more than I like from the sides, almost like they were going to wrap around and someone said, "Stop! That's far enough!" Also, the front bumper seems reminiscent of the Cayman GT4 front bumper. Is Porsche becoming a bit lazy in regards to design elements? The Cayman GT4 infringes upon the GT3 design in a lot of ways.

How do you feel about the new GT3 front bumper? (Oh, and I won't discuss the matte black ram air intakes on the bootlid )

Jimmy-D

I like the front end of GT4 better that the .1 GT3. I think it looks more aggressive. But- love the **** of the 911.

So - I welcome to small changes but unless you look hard enough- not that "in your face" in my opinion.

But I also think that wrap around protrude in necessary to drive more air in to the vents.

You want to see annoying - look at the new front end of the Audi R8

VAUROS

I know the vents are functional and I'm Ok with that. However, when you look at the GT4 front bumper right around the LED daytime lights, you see the same black trim but just not as prominent as it is on the GT3. Yes, the GT3 rear is definitely more appealing compared to the GT4. Honestly, I wish I could afford to own both, lol.

RealityGT

You have allocation?
-Don't buy it. Leave it for someone who wants the .2

Archimedes

Both front ends, .1 and .2, look great IMO. I do wish Porsche would change up the wheels on the GT3, but I have no issue with the overall styling at all. I think they did a much better job tweaking the GT3 than they did with the standard .2 Carreras.

VAUROS

I have a deposit with a local dealer for their late fall/early winter allocation. Their initial allocation was 5 slots, which sold, but they said based on their relationship with PCNA, they'll get another one approved by end of year/early next year with delivery by May/June. The General Manager said he would not have taken a $2500 deposit from me if he wasn't 99.9% sure he'd get the allocation.

So, for what it's worth, yes, I have a future allocation which I hope slips to the 2019 model year.

Dewinator

I think the front bumper on the .2 gt3 is better looking than on the .1. The middle of the .1 bumper sticks out a little too far to me, like a bit of a chin.

awew911

I'll take the front end change with whatever impact it has on the 20% increase in downforce (with no increase in Cd). It grows on you. They didn't get that increase by raising wing, underbelly, rear diffuser alone. The leading edge plays a part of it as well.

rosenbergendo

Need to see one again. Saw the bumper on a Cup car and didn't like it at all. I'm sure it'll be fine on Rs.2!

porscharu

LOL, it's a 911. Ask Jeremy Clarkson about Porsche's design team.

VAUROS

I'm new to the Porsche brand and still getting up-to-speed with the history of the 911. I guess it comes down to the mantra of, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it".

robmypro

I think the changes are minor enough not to be a huge issue for most. I do think the .1 is perfect, but the .2 looks great, too.

fun2k

.1 gt3 is best looking gt3 imho. I like the .2 front end better(more aggressive) but rear looks like aftermarket. Even the 997.1 gt3 was better looking than 997.2 gt3(the wing on the .2 looked a bit weird).

shaytun

I love both. First gen cars almost always have a more organic design. Second gen cars inevitably have an aspect of "add-on" or slight aftermarket effect. The manual gearbox looks much nicer

bronson7

I wonder why Porsche could'nt leave the two rear deck air scoops similar to the .1? It ties in much better and more importantly, doesn't make them look like add ons.