The official 991.2 GT3 owners pictures thread...
11-29-2017, 06:47 AM
#497
Rennlist Member
11-29-2017, 08:47 AM
#498
I just don't like it enough to spend a grand on it. If it were free, I'd still prefer the leather option. I've just never been a big fan of carbon fibre as a cosmetic option. If I have CF somewhere, I want it to be because it's lighter and stronger and the best material for the job because racecar. 
I DO like the idea of getting the wing end plates and the air intakes in nice carbon fibre when they become available, but that's for a later date.
I've asked my SA about CXX for the black aluminum but if the comment above is correct about it being stupid expensive then it's a non-starter. It's my favourite trim for this... but not worth big money and it should be free. I have a feeling my understanding of CXX options may be naive. In my imagination, if you could order it CXX they'd put a special note on the car and when it went down the line, someone would go and get the proper trim (which is freely available since they're making it for other cars like the GTS and Touring Package) and install it in the car.
What I suspect might actually happen is that the car goes down the line and then, later, goes to a special customization shop where they make the CXX changes which would involve disassembling the door panel and re-working it with the new trim. While really sort of silly and unfortunate, if that's the process, then I'd understand the high cost.
So I'm on the fence and, as I see it, I've got three options. Option 1 is to stick with the anthracite aluminum. I'm gonna make it my mission over the next month or so to try to see one in person and decide if I like it.
Option 2 is go to go with leather. Leather gives the same effect as the black aluminum in that it will blend in nicely and effectively disappear. And hey... maybe my key fob won't make a tapping noise as it taps against it when I'm driving.
Option 3 is to go with the painted trim and then later replace the center console trim with something black whether it's aluminum or leather. I still think it's a bit much though with the guards red. But hey... it's a dramatic car... so maybe that's the best option.
I DO like the idea of getting the wing end plates and the air intakes in nice carbon fibre when they become available, but that's for a later date.I've asked my SA about CXX for the black aluminum but if the comment above is correct about it being stupid expensive then it's a non-starter. It's my favourite trim for this... but not worth big money and it should be free. I have a feeling my understanding of CXX options may be naive. In my imagination, if you could order it CXX they'd put a special note on the car and when it went down the line, someone would go and get the proper trim (which is freely available since they're making it for other cars like the GTS and Touring Package) and install it in the car.
What I suspect might actually happen is that the car goes down the line and then, later, goes to a special customization shop where they make the CXX changes which would involve disassembling the door panel and re-working it with the new trim. While really sort of silly and unfortunate, if that's the process, then I'd understand the high cost.
So I'm on the fence and, as I see it, I've got three options. Option 1 is to stick with the anthracite aluminum. I'm gonna make it my mission over the next month or so to try to see one in person and decide if I like it.
Option 2 is go to go with leather. Leather gives the same effect as the black aluminum in that it will blend in nicely and effectively disappear. And hey... maybe my key fob won't make a tapping noise as it taps against it when I'm driving.
Option 3 is to go with the painted trim and then later replace the center console trim with something black whether it's aluminum or leather. I still think it's a bit much though with the guards red. But hey... it's a dramatic car... so maybe that's the best option.
11-29-2017, 09:03 AM
#499
Instructor
With my Touring build, I was on the fence between carbon and black aluminium. I finally decided for black aluminium since (1) it's a distinctive feature of the Touring package; (2) the carbon fiber parts are very glossy and stand out quite a bit; and (3) I was not sure whether the trim is real CF or just some plastic with carbon fibre maquette on top, while with the Aluminium I will get the "real" material, not just the look of it.
Last edited by spydersmiley; 11-29-2017 at 11:22 AM.
11-29-2017, 09:05 AM
#500
With my Touring build, I was on the fence between carbon and black aluminium. I finally decided for black aluminium since (1) it's a distrinctive feature of the Touring package; (2) the Carbon fiber parts are very glossy and stand out quite a bit; and (3) I was not sure whether the trim is real CF or just some plastic with carbon fibre maquette on top, while with the Aluminium I will get the "real" material, not just the look of it.
That said... as I'm sure you already know from my earlier posts... I'd absolutely get the black aluminum. It's very nice and exactly what you're describing.
I had it in my Boxster and would have it again in a heartbeat.
11-29-2017, 09:09 AM
#501
Rennlist Member
Originally Posted by Wild Weasel
I just don't like it enough to spend a grand on it. If it were free, I'd still prefer the leather option. I've just never been a big fan of carbon fibre as a cosmetic option. If I have CF somewhere, I want it to be because it's lighter and stronger and the best material for the job because racecar. I DO like the idea of getting the wing end plates and the air intakes in nice carbon fibre when they become available, but that's for a later date.
I've asked my SA about CXX for the black aluminum but if the comment above is correct about it being stupid expensive then it's a non-starter. It's my favourite trim for this... but not worth big money and it should be free. I have a feeling my understanding of CXX options may be naive. In my imagination, if you could order it CXX they'd put a special note on the car and when it went down the line, someone would go and get the proper trim (which is freely available since they're making it for other cars like the GTS and Touring Package) and install it in the car.
What I suspect might actually happen is that the car goes down the line and then, later, goes to a special customization shop where they make the CXX changes which would involve disassembling the door panel and re-working it with the new trim. While really sort of silly and unfortunate, if that's the process, then I'd understand the high cost.
So I'm on the fence and, as I see it, I've got three options. Option 1 is to stick with the anthracite aluminum. I'm gonna make it my mission over the next month or so to try to see one in person and decide if I like it.
Option 2 is go to go with leather. Leather gives the same effect as the black aluminum in that it will blend in nicely and effectively disappear. And hey... maybe my key fob won't make a tapping noise as it taps against it when I'm driving.
Option 3 is to go with the painted trim and then later replace the center console trim with something black whether it's aluminum or leather. I still think it's a bit much though with the guards red. But hey... it's a dramatic car... so maybe that's the best option.
I DO like the idea of getting the wing end plates and the air intakes in nice carbon fibre when they become available, but that's for a later date.I've asked my SA about CXX for the black aluminum but if the comment above is correct about it being stupid expensive then it's a non-starter. It's my favourite trim for this... but not worth big money and it should be free. I have a feeling my understanding of CXX options may be naive. In my imagination, if you could order it CXX they'd put a special note on the car and when it went down the line, someone would go and get the proper trim (which is freely available since they're making it for other cars like the GTS and Touring Package) and install it in the car.
What I suspect might actually happen is that the car goes down the line and then, later, goes to a special customization shop where they make the CXX changes which would involve disassembling the door panel and re-working it with the new trim. While really sort of silly and unfortunate, if that's the process, then I'd understand the high cost.
So I'm on the fence and, as I see it, I've got three options. Option 1 is to stick with the anthracite aluminum. I'm gonna make it my mission over the next month or so to try to see one in person and decide if I like it.
Option 2 is go to go with leather. Leather gives the same effect as the black aluminum in that it will blend in nicely and effectively disappear. And hey... maybe my key fob won't make a tapping noise as it taps against it when I'm driving.
Option 3 is to go with the painted trim and then later replace the center console trim with something black whether it's aluminum or leather. I still think it's a bit much though with the guards red. But hey... it's a dramatic car... so maybe that's the best option.
11-29-2017, 09:34 AM
#502
Three Wheelin'
How would the doors change if one were to not get “full leather” (includes door), but then choose leather covered trim VS. “full leather” with leather covered trim? What else on the door changes?
11-29-2017, 09:39 AM
#503
I think I'm going with leather. I know I'll like it... vs. maybe liking the painted trim and maybe always second-guessing it...
Thanks for the pic, @C2Spin!!
11-29-2017, 10:40 AM
#504
11-29-2017, 10:53 AM
#506
Rennlist Member
11-29-2017, 11:01 AM
#507
I have posted a few in this thread but since I love looking at her heres a couple shots.
Love yours in GR by the way. I was between that and this spec when I was getting mine and this one become available so decision was made! haha.
11-29-2017, 11:20 AM
#508
Rennlist Member
Thanks! Good taste you have, sir. haha.
I have posted a few in this thread but since I love looking at her heres a couple shots.
Love yours in GR by the way. I was between that and this spec when I was getting mine and this one become available so decision was made! haha.
That looks absolutely stunning. Enjoy!
11-29-2017, 11:48 AM
#509
Rennlist Member
Beautiful car.
