Purchase .1 GT3 or wait for .2... indecision...advice appreciated
02-27-2017, 10:33 AM
#46
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1-Very small percentage of .1s have issues. To get the most exact number, do a search for a fellow named macca, and then send him a PM.
2-my understanding is that its very hard to get an extended warranty through Porsche on a GT3, that you bought privately. Some dealers won't even do it on their own cars.
2-my understanding is that its very hard to get an extended warranty through Porsche on a GT3, that you bought privately. Some dealers won't even do it on their own cars.
When I bought my GT3 I gave this some thought and decided I didn't care about it. What happens, happens. The car is amazing and if it burns up on the track the likelihood is Porsche will stand behind it. Regardless - cross that bridge when I come to it.
If one thinks that this issue would continue to be on their mind. Each time they turn the key they would wonder. Then I think passing on the .1 GT3 is the right move. The car is designed to be hammered on the track. If fear of an engine failure lingers in the mind it probably ruins the experience. And at that point, what are you buying?
If one thinks that this issue would continue to be on their mind. Each time they turn the key they would wonder. Then I think passing on the .1 GT3 is the right move. The car is designed to be hammered on the track. If fear of an engine failure lingers in the mind it probably ruins the experience. And at that point, what are you buying?
02-27-2017, 07:45 PM
#47
OK... no longer indecisive... Here's my plan:
The SB GT3 I've been after is not going to work out... condition not as represented by seller... getting kind of tired of sellers describing cars as "Flawless" only find out once decent pictures are taken or a PPI done, that the car is peppered with rock chips and poor paint protection film application. The definition of Flawless: (adjective) without any blemishes or imperfections; perfect.; anyways, off my soapbox and onto my plan:
1. I've decided to continue my pursuit of a private party '15 or '16 GT3.
2. Expanding color choice to include silver in addition to the SB.
3. Not going to compromise on must have options of: 18-way seats, front axle lift, extended leather, and adding heated seats to the must haves.
4. Going to purchase and extend warranty through EasyCare.
5. Drive it for a couple years, then move up to the .2 GT3 or the RS.
Not in a rush, since should be more .1's coming online once the .2 is released. So if you're slotted to get a .2, keep me in mind before getting waxed on trade-in value!!!
Thanks again to all for helping me get this sorted out!
The SB GT3 I've been after is not going to work out... condition not as represented by seller... getting kind of tired of sellers describing cars as "Flawless" only find out once decent pictures are taken or a PPI done, that the car is peppered with rock chips and poor paint protection film application. The definition of Flawless: (adjective) without any blemishes or imperfections; perfect.; anyways, off my soapbox and onto my plan:
1. I've decided to continue my pursuit of a private party '15 or '16 GT3.
2. Expanding color choice to include silver in addition to the SB.
3. Not going to compromise on must have options of: 18-way seats, front axle lift, extended leather, and adding heated seats to the must haves.
4. Going to purchase and extend warranty through EasyCare.
5. Drive it for a couple years, then move up to the .2 GT3 or the RS.
Not in a rush, since should be more .1's coming online once the .2 is released. So if you're slotted to get a .2, keep me in mind before getting waxed on trade-in value!!!
Thanks again to all for helping me get this sorted out!
02-27-2017, 08:20 PM
#48
Comes down to this.
Are you guaranteed a .2GT3?
If so - then wait.
If not - enjoy the .1GT3. It is under warranty and maybe that will help you negotiate a .2 in the future. But it all depends on you Transmission preference. If you want a Manual grab a GT4 and play the same scenario out
Are you guaranteed a .2GT3?
If so - then wait.
If not - enjoy the .1GT3. It is under warranty and maybe that will help you negotiate a .2 in the future. But it all depends on you Transmission preference. If you want a Manual grab a GT4 and play the same scenario out
02-27-2017, 11:30 PM
#49
Drifting
OK... no longer indecisive... Here's my plan:
The SB GT3 I've been after is not going to work out... condition not as represented by seller... getting kind of tired of sellers describing cars as "Flawless" only find out once decent pictures are taken or a PPI done, that the car is peppered with rock chips and poor paint protection film application. The definition of Flawless: (adjective) without any blemishes or imperfections; perfect.; anyways, off my soapbox and onto my plan:
1. I've decided to continue my pursuit of a private party '15 or '16 GT3.
2. Expanding color choice to include silver in addition to the SB.
3. Not going to compromise on must have options of: 18-way seats, front axle lift, extended leather, and adding heated seats to the must haves.
4. Going to purchase and extend warranty through EasyCare.
5. Drive it for a couple years, then move up to the .2 GT3 or the RS.
Not in a rush, since should be more .1's coming online once the .2 is released. So if you're slotted to get a .2, keep me in mind before getting waxed on trade-in value!!!
Thanks again to all for helping me get this sorted out!
The SB GT3 I've been after is not going to work out... condition not as represented by seller... getting kind of tired of sellers describing cars as "Flawless" only find out once decent pictures are taken or a PPI done, that the car is peppered with rock chips and poor paint protection film application. The definition of Flawless: (adjective) without any blemishes or imperfections; perfect.; anyways, off my soapbox and onto my plan:
1. I've decided to continue my pursuit of a private party '15 or '16 GT3.
2. Expanding color choice to include silver in addition to the SB.
3. Not going to compromise on must have options of: 18-way seats, front axle lift, extended leather, and adding heated seats to the must haves.
4. Going to purchase and extend warranty through EasyCare.
5. Drive it for a couple years, then move up to the .2 GT3 or the RS.
Not in a rush, since should be more .1's coming online once the .2 is released. So if you're slotted to get a .2, keep me in mind before getting waxed on trade-in value!!!
Thanks again to all for helping me get this sorted out!
02-28-2017, 12:48 AM
#50
Nope... But was limiting search to Sapphire blue only, now adding silver as an option ... Indecisive about purchasing .1 due to misfire issues and waiting for . 2... (see original post and responses). I guess you could call it kicking tires if that's what you mean by my scheduling 2 PPI's and having 2 cars come up short.
02-28-2017, 01:58 AM
#52
Drifting
Nope... But was limiting search to Sapphire blue only, now adding silver as an option ... Indecisive about purchasing .1 due to misfire issues and waiting for . 2... (see original post and responses). I guess you could call it kicking tires if that's what you mean by my scheduling 2 PPI's and having 2 cars come up short.
02-28-2017, 07:19 AM
#54
Race Car
