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Old 07-25-2016, 01:45 PM
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Somebody say lunch counter...?
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Originally Posted by silverrules
Here is a dumb question to have some fun. How is it that Ferrari's don't need the wing but our GT cars do?
My belief is that Porsche goes ***** out with the wings to differentiate the GT cars from the "Street Carrera's". After all, look at the 911R. No wing needed. They added underbody aero there. It's pretty much marketing and gives that track image. 918?? No monster wing either.

Do they serve a purpose?? Sure. I just think it's an intentional add on somewhat.

The big wing aero isn't for everyone, and not part of the Ferrari image and sleek look. It's not their thing. I don't think it appeals to their customer base much either.

Many guys that have cross shopped the GT cars here have mentioned they don't like the wing either.

I personally like the look, but just giving my outlook and option on it.
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Did someone say "wing"?


Old 07-25-2016, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by ipse dixit
Did someone say "wing"?




Nice. It's trying to catch up to the RS!
Old 07-25-2016, 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by STG
Nice. It's trying to catch up to the RS!
hahaha, actually it doesn't look all that bad to be honest with you
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Originally Posted by STG
My belief is that Porsche goes ***** out with the wings to differentiate the GT cars from the "Street Carrera's". After all, look at the 911R. No wing needed. They added underbody aero there. It's pretty much marketing and gives that track image. 918?? No monster wing either.

Do they serve a purpose?? Sure. I just think it's an intentional add on somewhat.

The big wing aero isn't for everyone, and not part of the Ferrari image and sleek look. It's not their thing. I don't think it appeals to their customer base much either.

Many guys that have cross shopped the GT cars here have mentioned they don't like the wing either.

I personally like the look, but just giving my outlook and option on it.
For street driving I agree, but trying going around a bend at high speed in an R v. GT3/RS and you will learn a big dirty secret.
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More wings.


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the speciale could use a wing... that dovetail doesn't cut i
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Old 07-25-2016, 05:02 PM
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^ You win, lol
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Originally Posted by TRAKCAR
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After the "market adjustments" McD's is as good as it gets for some
Old 07-25-2016, 05:46 PM
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It's only McDonalds for me until payment #84..
That's before the market adjustment. After that sleeping in TS and dumpster diving.
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Originally Posted by TRAKCAR
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This is just for more downforce, right? Extra weight ...
Old 07-25-2016, 06:47 PM
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Question I have on wings from Porsche. Does Porsche make use of a wind tunnel for their aero?
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Originally Posted by TRAKCAR
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That's just plain awesome Peter. Now I see why we need the big wing.


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