View Poll Results: Manual or PDK?
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119
52.19%
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109
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991.2 GT3 - Who is getting a manual? Who is getting a PDK?
05-03-2016, 03:48 PM
#152
05-03-2016, 05:26 PM
#153
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Gee whiz, how many times have the test mules even been photographed lately too. It's happening.
05-03-2016, 08:36 PM
#154
I am sorry, but this info is bollocks. As I has reported before, dealers in Europe already have production schedules and basic specs of the car. Indeed, since the dealers were notified, I have had no less than 3 dealers, who I have done business with in the past, all approach me with the same information. Next GT3 is 4.0 litres with PDK plus option of Manual. Price 150K euro. Production begins June 2017. Gee whiz, how many times have the test mules even been photographed lately too. It's happening.
Same goes for the 997rs. Some are worried about it not being the last MT.
Spoils a lot of the fun thinking about future value. The only thing we know is that the GT models will never be as bad as a regular $100-200k when it comes to depreciation.
05-03-2016, 08:45 PM
#155
Rennlist Member
Don't worry about it. There are quite a few that really wants the 991.1gt3/RS to be the last NA.
Same goes for the 997rs. Some are worried about it not being the last MT.
Spoils a lot of the fun thinking about future value. The only thing we know is that the GT models will never be as bad as a regular $100-200k when it comes to depreciation.
Same goes for the 997rs. Some are worried about it not being the last MT.
Spoils a lot of the fun thinking about future value. The only thing we know is that the GT models will never be as bad as a regular $100-200k when it comes to depreciation.
991.2 GT3 manual option NA
991.2 RS maybe the 3RS gets shipped and its a 991.2 GT2RS. PDK only. Jjeeaaajj, Apple Nav whatever.
Maybe a last LE manual GT3RS??
Looking forward to carbon tub 992's with 918 Hybrid tech.
Guess that means AWD..
05-03-2016, 10:58 PM
#157
Race Director
Originally Posted by Chris3963
I am sorry, but this info is bollocks. As I has reported before, dealers in Europe already have production schedules and basic specs of the car. Indeed, since the dealers were notified, I have had no less than 3 dealers, who I have done business with in the past, all approach me with the same information. Next GT3 is 4.0 litres with PDK plus option of Manual. Price 150K euro. Production begins June 2017.
Gee whiz, how many times have the test mules even been photographed lately too. It's happening.
Gee whiz, how many times have the test mules even been photographed lately too. It's happening.
For the reasons you mention above, plus those of us who actually have attendible information, we know that the 991.2 GT3 is a 4.0 NA engine. However, I think at this point it just makes sense to sit back and watch the unfolding of the weird logic twists which people employ to try to back up what they think is good information. Recently, I think it was on P9, when a 991.2 gt3 mule pic was spotted, We saw someone tried to explain away the lack of lower rear bumper vents required by turbos on 911 and present on every turbo model ever.. Not to mention that the sound in the video was clearly of an NA car... I'll try to find the link it was hilarious explanations.
Just have fun with the silliness, I know and admit I've been guilty of having taken it too seriously in past.
05-04-2016, 12:03 AM
#158
I feel your frustration as all it takes is 1-2 people posting patently inaccurate information.. And the incorrect rumor gains traction again. I had tried a few months ago to create a self-policed rating system for rumors which many used for awhile with some success, but the nature of forums, egos, and rumors.. Makes self policing of information a non-starter.
For the reasons you mention above, plus those of us who actually have attendible information, we know that the 991.2 GT3 is a 4.0 NA engine. However, I think at this point it just makes sense to sit back and watch the unfolding of the weird logic twists which people employ to try to back up what they think is good information. Recently, I think it was on P9, when a 991.2 gt3 mule pic was spotted, We saw someone tried to explain away the lack of lower rear bumper vents required by turbos on 911 and present on every turbo model ever.. Not to mention that the sound in the video was clearly of an NA car... I'll try to find the link it was hilarious explanations.
Just have fun with the silliness, I know and admit I've been guilty of having taken it too seriously in past.
For the reasons you mention above, plus those of us who actually have attendible information, we know that the 991.2 GT3 is a 4.0 NA engine. However, I think at this point it just makes sense to sit back and watch the unfolding of the weird logic twists which people employ to try to back up what they think is good information. Recently, I think it was on P9, when a 991.2 gt3 mule pic was spotted, We saw someone tried to explain away the lack of lower rear bumper vents required by turbos on 911 and present on every turbo model ever.. Not to mention that the sound in the video was clearly of an NA car... I'll try to find the link it was hilarious explanations.
Just have fun with the silliness, I know and admit I've been guilty of having taken it too seriously in past.
05-04-2016, 01:17 AM
#159
Race Director
I don't know for sure on the RS.. so I didn't post it.
05-04-2016, 02:31 AM
#160
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05-04-2016, 05:36 AM
#161
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We are talking the same 4.0L engine for all the 991.1 RS, same 4.0L engine for all the 911R, and then simply continuing the same 4.0L engine for the 991.2 GT3
(And we know the 4.0L engine already was placed in a GT3 chassis and 90% GT3 body to create the 911R)
several thousand units, so a different situation for this 4.0L engine.
Last edited by Drifting; 05-04-2016 at 07:53 AM.
05-04-2016, 08:09 AM
#162
Just guesswork on my part, but the timeline seems crowded. If they do it, I smell another unobtainable LE.
Anyway, that's why I asked calexio the question. He may have some info, whereas I do not.
It will be fun to watch it all play out!
05-04-2016, 08:30 AM
#163
Very good point. I'd love it if they did build a 4.2 for the next one. The reason for my comment is just all of the pressure for turbos and the general move to smaller displacement across the board for Porsche, with exception of the turbo line, which stayed with the original engine. Add to that the fact that the next mule looks turbo (gt2), and the fact that AP said we would see the GT2 around 2018 for the end of the 991 series... Just guesswork on my part, but the timeline seems crowded. If they do it, I smell another unobtainable LE. Anyway, that's why I asked calexio the question. He may have some info, whereas I do not. It will be fun to watch it all play out!
Anyway, that's why I asked calexio the question. He may have some info, whereas I do not. It will be fun to watch it all play out!I think those of us that are still waiting will have to focus on gt2/RS and 991.2gt3! Personally really excited about the gt2/RS.
I also believe Porsche will keep producing the gt4! Will be interesting to see what engine and transmission?
Because of the gt4 the cayman became a cool car even outside the hardcore enthusiasts.
And for those of us that don't want to go into Ferrari cost track cars the cayman is a great option.
05-07-2016, 04:23 PM
#164
Rennlist Member
PDK gets my vote for a couple of reasons, first it's my daily driver and second I love the sound of the rattling gear box... you would think it was a manual. My 997.2 GT3's manual was very stiff and made it very tiring to drive in traffic. Another thing when stopped and the ground is level, you can take your foot off the brake without worries about it rolling... acts just like a manual. At the track it is absolutely fun to drive, I love it when it hits about 8800 RPMS and just throws you back into your seat when it shifts... just awesome.
05-07-2016, 04:58 PM
#165
Race Director
Originally Posted by bruce987
PDK gets my vote for a couple of reasons, first it's my daily driver and second I love the sound of the rattling gear box... you would think it was a manual. My 997.2 GT3's manual was very stiff and made it very tiring to drive in traffic. Another thing when stopped and the ground is level, you can take your foot off the brake without worries about it rolling... acts just like a manual. At the track it is absolutely fun to drive, I love it when it hits about 8800 RPMS and just throws you back into your seat when it shifts... just awesome.