The Gentleman's GTS: Euro Delivery
06-01-2018, 10:31 AM
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A pump in continuous function for over 150 years!
PS - Thank you so much for the rec on the salt mines! We went to the Old Mines, which was fabulous. Amazing, working 18th century tech on display.
06-01-2018, 01:01 PM
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06-02-2018, 11:14 AM
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oh man those roads......and those SEATS! wow wow wow!
congrats and enjoy,
congrats and enjoy,
06-02-2018, 01:36 PM
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Our afternoon on Lake Fuschl. Ahh...
0264M. A rebody, but an incredible chassis with period MM history.
My, how sportscars have grown. (They’ve also grown much more capable!)
How the Brits say fast.
We enjoyed a relaxing next-to-last day yesterday after the Großglockner and the Old Salt Works. Stayed overnight at the Schloß Fuschl, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Perhaps the best dinner of the trip, paired with all-Austrian wine. Coincidentally, the hotel was hosting the Arabella Classic Rally, which brought out some superb oldtimers to share the garage with me. The best Autobahn lay ahead of us this morning, en route to Leipzig drop off...
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06-02-2018, 03:00 PM
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Some things even Special Wishes cannot (will not?) do, like back seats in a GT3 Touring...
06-02-2018, 03:24 PM
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Great question. You cannot have cooled seats with the Pepita (houndstooth) fabric. The fabric can come in a black or blue pattern, and the seats can still be heated. During this first week, I think the fabric felt cooler than corresponding leather would have, but that may just be me rationalizing that I could not spec seat cooling!
Some things even Special Wishes cannot (will not?) do, like back seats in a GT3 Touring...
Some things even Special Wishes cannot (will not?) do, like back seats in a GT3 Touring...
06-03-2018, 04:57 AM
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My land speed record. A9 south of Leipzig. Note to Speed Hunters: Vmax is achieved in 6th gear.
Massive, modern facility. Like ATL PEC on steroids. I’m going to miss my GTS til it comes home!
For a thrilling last day, we drove the Autobahn from Fuschl to Leipzig. Leipzig is the only location for ED weekend drop-off, and, in addition to providing our good Autobahn day, it also fit our schedule. A few things about driving on the Autobahn:
(1) The drivers are excellent. The left lane is for high speeds/passing and people are paying attention.
(2) 250 km/h+ is *fast*. Things happen quickly and it’s important to modulate your brakes and brake in a straight line. Closing distances are deceivingly rapid.
(3) Although there are restricted sections, the Autobahn is the best public high speed road on the planet. The site autobahnspeedhunter.com proved valuable in my quest for a new land speed record. Long, straight, divided 6-lane sections with smooth surfaces abound. Near 300 km/h, the surface makes all the difference - every patch or expansion joint is unsettling.
Although I remained a few ticks out of the “300 club,” I did make it into the “180 club,” which, as an English-measures American, was my Autobahn goal. Another gold star to my brave co-driver and lovely wife for capturing this image. Oil presssure and boost are up in the picture consistent with WOT, and I made it another 1-2 km/h on these fastest runs before braking. The car remains breathtaking - it can run high RPM’s and speeds for hours without any sign of weakness. The stock tires are incredible. And, man, those PCCB’s!
The Leipzig facility is impressive, massive, and modern, and I was glad to see both. Porsche treated us with consistent courtesy and expertise at drop-off (I’ll comment with detail in the “Process” thread), but handover at Zuffenhausen for a 911 is special. That’s still the heart of Porsche’s legendary sports car.
All in all, a most victorious and spectacular trip. I’m ready to sign up again.
06-03-2018, 09:37 AM
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Great thread. Thanks so much for posting. Literally the hairs on the back of my neck were standing while reading this thread. Beautiful pictures and a great account of your experience. I will do this someday.
The GTS looks awesome. Drive it in good health and please post more pics of your journeys.
The GTS looks awesome. Drive it in good health and please post more pics of your journeys.
06-03-2018, 02:48 PM
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06-03-2018, 02:54 PM
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I'm w/ you there, @deichenb, I'm so ready to do it again!
06-03-2018, 06:37 PM
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Thank you again to everyone who followed this story and shared comments, compliments and hearty congrats. I appreciate the community and enthusiasm on Rennlist! We’ve arrive back in the US now. Here is a fitting departure photo from our exit via Frankfurt.
06-03-2018, 10:42 PM
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Is this the LH FCT transfer vehicle?
06-04-2018, 06:29 AM
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