pimpinon

Just got through some self examination.

I remember saving up for my first Porsche, a used 996 C4S, and enjoying it for a few years. Then came the updated 997, and traded in the 996 for the new Porsche with the better engine. Then came the 991 and the sleek styling and couldn't resist the temptation.

Just a few hours ago I agreed to pay a little over MSRP to order a 2018 GT3 with a manual. The realization that there will never be the last Porsche just struck me. The newest car is always a better car, true or not, that impression then grows into a feeling, then into the need for the newest.

I might be over my head, but I'm going into a GT3 with plans of some occasional track days, but mostly some early morning weekend solo drives in some of the better twisty roads here in the Bay Area.

I rationalize everything I do now as living without any regrets, enjoy while I can, since turning 50 this year, I'm convinced it's all downhill from here.

We all have different passions in life, and most of us here share the enjoyment we get from these cars. Hope to connect with you enthusiasts with some proud pictures soon.

chaosoul

Great man! Congrats and you should definitely enjoy it. Its a big year for you and you should celebrate it.


If you need help with options, ordering, feel free to ask.

LeeGT3

Great call my friend! These cars are for our enjoyment! Drive it as much as possible don't think of resale!!

my 3rd Porsche. First gt car not my last

bronson7

Congrats on your entry into the GT world. Curious, what colour are you getting?

Archimedes

Congrats. I feel the same. Especially about that over 50 thing.

tasman

First Porsche also used 996 C4S.

Then 997.1 RS, 991 GT3, GT4, 997.2 RS. Still have the last two. Had a blast in the first one though.

Waiting for allocation to come thru on 991.2 GT3. They are all good just some better than others.

kfmcmahon

I turned 50 this year too! Got myself a yellow 458 to go along with my yellow GT3 (48th birthday present to myself)

surfer

That's called L-I-V-I-N

Got my California when I was in my 30s and my 458 Spider at 40.

It's all downhill after 40 right?

pimpinon

Appreciate you guys.
Just put in a random order now. My SA will let me know as soon as manuals can be ordered, then will finalize order.

Here is what I have so far.
GT Silver
Black wheels
Black LED
Lift
LWB
Sport Chrono
Extended fuel tank
Free mats, basket and smoking package.
And the free 6 speed from the R


Just under $157 K

otisdog

Congratulations on your car! You only live once....
Having said that, I have serious issues with your statement " it's all downhill from here."
If you think that your statement is true, it will be...as someone who is a touch past 50, there is soo...much more to live for!
Bottom line....If you think that you're done....you're done!

kfmcmahon

looks good, GT silver looks like business!
LWB a must
90L fuel tank a must if tracking
6 speed

ranger22

Awesome! That's my order (except no chrono)....with a caveat <PTS> though I'm not entirely sure PTS is worthwhile, it's so different, everyone is doing it.

ChrisF

Congrats. I stretched to get into my first GT3 and I don't regret it or any GT since at all.

Life is short. Live it to the fullest....and please don't come back posting about resale value...just the miles you've driven

mooty

50 is the new 28
you might want to consider adding full leather for a small $ increase.

Jamie140

Congrats on the car!

But I disagree that new is always better. The next GT3 could possibly be a turbo, which will definitely not be better no matter the amount of rationalization

One of the reasons I'm so anxious for a .2