2013 911 (base) or 2012 911 GTS?
07-24-2012, 04:50 PM
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GTS hands down. I loved mine. Bought in in the face of the 991 on the market. Then traded it for a 997 Turbo S. That's two purchases against the 991....I voted with my mid as have tested the 991 and its just not what I expect from a sports car...its more of a sporty car. You can get my slightly used GTS from Walters Riverside Porsche. They have a few GTS vehicles on the premises. Great discounts as well!
The Turbo S, at least from what I have read blows away all the jabber, cobwebs and anything else that tries. How bout some more pics?
Was the cost close to a 991?
07-24-2012, 05:02 PM
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07-25-2012, 04:13 PM
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Have you raced anyone of these on a track? 981 is a toy. Don't quote torque and HP b/c it sounds very remedial. The only advantage of Mid engine car is going into the apex. Going out, the 981 is completely hesitant. You can't even compare the cars. I have pulled all of these to the limit at montecella and the Speedway and the Base kept up with the S. the 981 felt like a go-cart. The engineering of the 991 and 997 and 981 is completely different.
Where do you get that its the same engine? The HP and torgue is different. One engine is a flat 6 and the other is horizontally opposed 6. The delta in HP between the 981s and 991 base almost mirrors the base versus the 991s. So if you assume that the 981 is the same as the base 991 then you should make the same assumption when comparing the Base 991 with the 991s - the deltas arent that much more extreme. In fact, the 981 retains the same PDK 7 speed gearbox versus the 991's vastly improved 7 speed PDK.
I have to assume that you havent driven the new Boxster on a track....correct?
I have to assume that you havent driven the new Boxster on a track....correct?
07-26-2012, 12:46 AM
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They both look great...
07-29-2012, 07:02 PM
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07-30-2012, 11:18 AM
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Went to my local Porsche shop this weekend.
No 991's on the floor except for a "sorry, sold" white cab "S".
But - two white GTS waiting for their first owners. Must admit - I was tempted, but only for a brief moment and then the fog passed.
Got the first tangible feedback on how my 991 order is progressing (now just on three months old). Estimated build in October. You don't get a estimated date here in South Africa due to a yearly allocation system with the cars dished out on three 4 month installments. At least I now have a handle on it - possible arrival in December. That would be nice. In time for Xmas or the "end of the World" if you believe in the Incas.
Of course a visit to the Porsche shop is never free. Added "full leather" to the build in "black/Platinum Grey" - what the heck - you live only once and World's gonna end anyway...
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No 991's on the floor except for a "sorry, sold" white cab "S".
But - two white GTS waiting for their first owners. Must admit - I was tempted, but only for a brief moment and then the fog passed.
Got the first tangible feedback on how my 991 order is progressing (now just on three months old). Estimated build in October. You don't get a estimated date here in South Africa due to a yearly allocation system with the cars dished out on three 4 month installments. At least I now have a handle on it - possible arrival in December. That would be nice. In time for Xmas or the "end of the World" if you believe in the Incas.
Of course a visit to the Porsche shop is never free. Added "full leather" to the build in "black/Platinum Grey" - what the heck - you live only once and World's gonna end anyway...
Rainier
08-05-2012, 11:01 PM
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Also keep in mind that neither car is a roadster or mid engined- and so cannot duplicate the sports car feel of a Boxter or ultimately the competance of a Cayman. Moreover, if you head for the track, don't be surprised if a well set up Boxter S in capable hand blows you off. It happens all the time, and the 981 will be better at it than ever.
02-26-2013, 02:46 AM
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I just took delivery of a 2011 GTS. All I can say is I'm speechless. Amazing, just amazing, guess I need to update my sig, I'm back in the saddle!
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06-12-2013, 01:31 PM
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i have a chance to buy a 2012 certified 911 gts had a msrp of $106k can buy today for $86k has 1100 miles, i just sold my 2012 ZR1 looking for advise from some one that has one or has driven one , please advise asap thanks john
06-12-2013, 03:35 PM
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I drove a GTS and my 991S back to back and loved them both. Many GTSs were loaded and are thus good deals --if the changes in the 991 don't make a huge difference to you. They did to me. A GTS will age gracefully- but keep in mind that the basis for it is already a decade older than the 991.
You cannot go wrong- go for what makes you smile more.
You cannot go wrong- go for what makes you smile more.
06-12-2013, 04:47 PM
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20k is a nice deal; that's a pretty good buy. Have you driven it? I have a new 991 (base, not S) and love it. That said, I drove my cousin's GTS and have to say that car was way more fun to drive. It didn't have Bluetooth, satellite radio, and other things that improve my quality of life, but it was a blast to drive!