McLaren Success
#4787
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#4788
This is a stunning looking 570GT. The best color combo for a Mac I've seen and the whole car looks just right:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2017-mclaren-570gt-2/
Is there anywhere a quick model comparison of all McLarens (12C, 570S, 570GT, 600LT, 650S, 675LT, 720S, ...) and can anyone suggest which year and model currently offers the best back-roads bang/$ for someone who's been using 996 GT3 and Boxster for the job? What's a good price for that BaT 570GT?
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2017-mclaren-570gt-2/
Is there anywhere a quick model comparison of all McLarens (12C, 570S, 570GT, 600LT, 650S, 675LT, 720S, ...) and can anyone suggest which year and model currently offers the best back-roads bang/$ for someone who's been using 996 GT3 and Boxster for the job? What's a good price for that BaT 570GT?
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
#4789
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Originally Posted by AllAboutThatP
I drove a friends 570GT and was not impressed at all. I haven't driven a 996 GT3 or Boxster, so my frame of reference is compared to my 991.2 GT3RS.
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
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I drove a friends 570GT and was not impressed at all. I haven't driven a 996 GT3 or Boxster, so my frame of reference is compared to my 991.2 GT3RS.
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
#4791
How a 675LT is trading hands for 200k is beyond me. It's like the best kept secret even with 675 owners ranting and raving how exceptional it is. I've had issues with mine, but dang if it isn't a wildly fun and engaged experience at all speeds.
#4792
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mind sharing issues ..............I’ve a leaking hose fixed under warranty and that’s it knock on wood.
#4793
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I drove a friends 570GT and was not impressed at all. I haven't driven a 996 GT3 or Boxster, so my frame of reference is compared to my 991.2 GT3RS.
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
The 570GT I thought had numb steering, and very muted sound. I didn't think the brakes were nearly as good as the PCCB's. It did look nice, I'll give it that, but coming from a GT3RS I knew instantly that I wouldn't want to own one.
I suppose it also depends on the kind of car you like. I typically like cars that are stiff, visceral, loud, and uncomfortable, so that plays into my experience for sure.
So 675LT it is then. How is it compared to the 600LT? It's also my understanding that there were many more 600LT made than 675LT (which were 500 Spiders and 500 Coupes) and that 675LT would probably depreciate less from here over the next 3-5 years, if at all.
What about Spider vs Coupe on 675LT or 600LT? Any noticeable difference in weight or chassis stiffness? Top down is just so much more fun on backroads if the driving dynamics is the same.
#4794
Thanks guys. That's exactly why I love my 996 GT3. The Boxster is different but very nimble, tossable, and special in its own way. I'm definitely not choosing a TT for backroads.
So 675LT it is then. How is it compared to the 600LT? It's also my understanding that there were many more 600LT made than 675LT (which were 500 Spiders and 500 Coupes), correct?
What about Spider vs Coupe on 675LT or 600LT? Any noticeable difference in weight or chassis stiffness? Top down is just so much more fun on backroads if the driving dynamics is the same.
So 675LT it is then. How is it compared to the 600LT? It's also my understanding that there were many more 600LT made than 675LT (which were 500 Spiders and 500 Coupes), correct?
What about Spider vs Coupe on 675LT or 600LT? Any noticeable difference in weight or chassis stiffness? Top down is just so much more fun on backroads if the driving dynamics is the same.
#4795
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#4797
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Originally Posted by hf1
Thanks guys. That's exactly why I love my 996 GT3. The Boxster is different but very nimble, tossable, and special in its own way. I'm definitely not choosing a TT for backroads.
So 675LT it is then. How is it compared to the 600LT? It's also my understanding that there were many more 600LT made than 675LT (which were 500 Spiders and 500 Coupes) and that 675LT would probably depreciate less from here over the next 3-5 years, if at all.
What about Spider vs Coupe on 675LT or 600LT? Any noticeable difference in weight or chassis stiffness? Top down is just so much more fun on backroads if the driving dynamics is the same.
So 675LT it is then. How is it compared to the 600LT? It's also my understanding that there were many more 600LT made than 675LT (which were 500 Spiders and 500 Coupes) and that 675LT would probably depreciate less from here over the next 3-5 years, if at all.
What about Spider vs Coupe on 675LT or 600LT? Any noticeable difference in weight or chassis stiffness? Top down is just so much more fun on backroads if the driving dynamics is the same.
I'd have to check but if my memory serves me correctly the specs on the coupe and spider as far as weight are very similar amazingly enough.
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cadster (05-06-2020)
#4798
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I traded in my 675 coupe for a spider about 3 months ago. I must say the handling and feel is the same to me on the street. To truly test their capabilities though one must take it to the track. It's hard to appreciate what they can do on the street. Once I do I will better be able to explain any subjective differences between the two.
I'd have to check but if my memory serves me correctly the specs on the coupe and spider as far as weight are very similar amazingly enough.
I'd have to check but if my memory serves me correctly the specs on the coupe and spider as far as weight are very similar amazingly enough.
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Maverick787 (05-06-2020)
#4800
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You have to add in the $2000 annual service to continue the warranty so it’s $13,600 for 2 years. That’s rich.
I can buy a Porsche extended warranty for up to 10 years for $6800.
When Mac decides to stop raping customers on the cost of their warranties for car that drops faster in value than an anchor drops through water that might help. It would also show some confidence in their own product. That might help too.
My concern is also will Mac be around in 2-3 years ?
I can buy a Porsche extended warranty for up to 10 years for $6800.
When Mac decides to stop raping customers on the cost of their warranties for car that drops faster in value than an anchor drops through water that might help. It would also show some confidence in their own product. That might help too.
My concern is also will Mac be around in 2-3 years ?
Last edited by Waxer; 05-06-2020 at 12:01 AM.