Originally Posted by Einmalig

Interesting insights on owning something special and recognizing it vs. always looking for the next new thing.

I think many of us have a tendency to aspire to more power, better handling, newer designs, etc. I’ve been lucky enough to own several 911s over the past 30 years and you don’t always realize how special or timeless a car is until years after you’ve sold it for a newer model. Just ask anyone who traded their curvaceous, air cooled 993 on blind faith for a new slab sided, water cooled 996. And sometimes you just know how good a car will be even while you’re placing the order and decide to add some extra special options because you know it will be a keeper.

I feel that way about my 991.2 GT3 6 speed for a few reasons. In absolute terms, the car’s engine, gearbox and handling are perfectly balanced and it’s interior and exterior design is tasteful, well executed and beautifully proportioned. These cars are also the last of their kind to have analog instruments which in my opinion cannot be overstated. Even something as trivial as a door handle design can change the character of an automobile and the way it makes its owner feel every time it’s seen or touched.


My Audi Q8 has virtual instruments and multiple touch screens that suit the technology statement of that Brand and Model. That said, I can promise you that I won’t be removing my mechanical Daytona to strap on an Apple Watch anytime soon. I understand the difference between technology for the sake of progress and an enduring design element that adds to the enjoyment of an iconic model. Engineers and designers are always pushing boundaries, but the best of them also appreciate that the way a car makes you feel is equally important to it’s measured performance.

As good as all future GT3s will certainly be, there will always will be a distinction made between the more analog and the more digital models. When is a great car good enough to hold onto? That’s a question every owner will have to decide for themselves. Some of us will remain on this forum for the next few years perfectly content to put more miles on what we already have while others will move on to the 992 seeking the next great GT3.

Originally Posted by montoya

^Funny- in my sports cars I have no desire to try out new turbo engines, hybrids or cars with multi-speed auto dual clutch transmissions. So that leaves me down to a few cars left and I have the ones I want for now.

Originally Posted by catdog2

Hahahhaha, you think 997GT3 owners thought the same?
Sit down, drink a tea and relax, there will alway be better...

Originally Posted by azzurri

To the OP, I can sympthasize with the original point and thought. I would agree with the feeling and sentiment with the ownership on the model.
Having said that, I think as with houses or whatever else...there is always another car or another option that manifests that can be your next dream. Those things don't make the GT3 or whatever car it is less meaningful or good. The car is great and grand, but I think if you let your imagination run wild there is another option that will yank your chain and creep into your everyday thoughts at some point, whether it be a historic reference of some sort (the always wanted that one and can now), or the next greatest thing that you hadn't entertained ever before and is a new direction. With respect to the GT3, I think it's not a question of going down if looking at other options, it's a question of moving laterally into new territory, which may give you different ownership or driving experiences. That's the beauty of all of this madness we seem to enjoy here.

Originally Posted by Mussl Kar

I cannot fathom thinking about it as much as most of you. I drive when I can and if it sits idle for too long it goes away for something else. Something else could be an empty garage bay. Well, empty where that one was parked.

Originally Posted by groundhog

What is truly depressing about this thread - is that people on here seem to think the pinnacle of achievement is a car. In this time, aspiring to help others and then actually doing it is something to be proud of. Owning a Porsche is a big who cares.

Originally Posted by Berjar

I don't think we are discussing our major life aspirations. I help my family including my disabled 24 year old son, my friends, my employees and many others. Many people need things from me and I am blessed to be able to give it. My Porsche gives to me pure joy and an escape from the stresses of life. The topic is if we are little depressed because the 992 GT3 will not be as desirable as the 991.2. Nothing more. If anyone is interested, my ultimate life aspiration is to love the Lord and love others as I would like to be loved myself.