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Old 02-06-2015, 12:41 PM
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Just spotted this on instagram last night. looks like someone does not like the spoiler the GT3 comes with and knew it before taking delivery. Thoughts??????
IMHO the wing in the GT3 is part of its character. Taking it out and substituting it with something else in essence modifies the presence and character of the car. To me it has been defaced. There are certain things that we just mentally associate with and expect to see. For me things like the Statute of Liberty, the symbol of justice should be unchangeable. While a lot more mundane, GT3s have had wings since inception. Duck tails do look really nice but do not form part of the GT3. However if the owner likes it more power to him/her.
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Old 02-06-2015, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Just in time
IMHO the wing in the GT3 is part of its character. Taking it out and substituting it with something else in essence modifies the presence and character of the car. To me it has been defaced. There are certain things that we just mentally associate with and expect to see. For me things like the Statute of Liberty, the symbol of justice should be unchangeable. While a lot more mundane, GT3s have had wings since inception. Duck tails do look really nice but do not form part of the GT3. However if the owner likes it more power to him/her.
I used to think the wing was OTT and preferred the classic look of the ducktail. But I've changed my mind. The new GT3 spoiler is very well integrated and makes the car look better IMO. Plus I wouldn't want to lose the ram air intake.
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Old 02-06-2015, 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by AC SATCO
Just spotted this on instagram last night. looks like someone does not like the spoiler the GT3 comes with and knew it before taking delivery. Thoughts??????
BLASPHEMY!
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Old 02-06-2015, 01:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Paul Graville
I used to think the wing was OTT and preferred the classic look of the ducktail. But I've changed my mind. The new GT3 spoiler is very well integrated and makes the car look better IMO. Plus I wouldn't want to lose the ram air intake.
Not saying I like it, but it looks to me like the ram air intake may still be there. it looks like there is a height difference with the rear window. You need a different angle to confirm, but it could still be there.
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Old 02-06-2015, 02:01 PM
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Not saying I like it, but it looks to me like the ram air intake may still be there. it looks like there is a height difference with the rear window. You need a different angle to confirm, but it could still be there.
No buddy, it's breathing from the louvers. To each is own, but when it diminishes power and aerodynamics it's...well, I certainly wouldn't do it.
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Old 02-06-2015, 03:54 PM
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No buddy, it's breathing from the louvers. To each is own, but when it diminishes power and aerodynamics it's...well, I certainly wouldn't do it.
Not to mention how ugly it is. . .
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Old 02-06-2015, 04:03 PM
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Not sure about the handling, losing the rear aero downforce, but it looks great. The GT3 is supposed to be the '73 RS reincarnated. Why not get some custom 20" old school Fuchs rims to go with the ducktail? That would be some good stuff.
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Old 02-06-2015, 04:03 PM
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2014-15 GT3. The best looking wing on a Porsche! Why screw with success?
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Old 02-07-2015, 06:19 AM
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Car in progress of getting Suntek PPF applied.

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Old 02-07-2015, 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Reza
Not my car, but they are my photos.

KRA_3953 by Porsche.Nurburgring, on Flickr


KRA_3946 by Porsche.Nurburgring, on Flickr
Very nice pics.

Thanks for sharing.
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Old 02-07-2015, 10:42 AM
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Old 02-07-2015, 12:37 PM
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I have to say that I love the classic look with the silver wheels!
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Old 02-07-2015, 12:55 PM
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Need clear side markers. Looks great though. I have had a few great drives but having too much fun to stop and take pics yet.
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I love how pure cool white that Carrara White Metalic looks... no hint of yellow at all.
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Old 02-07-2015, 03:29 PM
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I have to say that I love the classic look with the silver wheels!
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Yes, on that car they really do look good.
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