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Old 07-22-2015, 12:37 AM
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OP, congrats. Hope you like the new car. The AMG GT-S is a fine looking car and has gotten good reviews. Hope it's everything you think it will be.
Old 07-22-2015, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by petee1997
I traded my 13 991S Cab for an AMG GT-S. I hope I won't regret this. I have had 7 new Porsches since 1983 and loved them all.

I pick up the new car Friday AM.
Please post your honest impressions. The GT is on my short list.
Old 07-22-2015, 09:58 AM
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Took out the new gt-s a bit ago and LOVED it. Thing is really fun. More "thrilling" than the 911 around town for sure. However, I'd always rather have a 911 on the track. Street its a tough comparison for me...
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There is an interesting article dated July 20th in Motor Trend. It a comparison with the Nissan Gt-R, Porsche 911 TT S, and the AMG GT-S. It's worth reading. The GT was rated number one as a driver's car and was the the overall first pick. That being said, they rated the Porsche as the best car but boring because it is so perfect.

My motivation was buying the second best car for 911 GTS money.
Old 07-22-2015, 10:53 AM
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AMG=

Depreciation. You'll be hammered.
Old 07-22-2015, 11:19 AM
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Originally Posted by LexVan
AMG=

Depreciation. You'll be hammered.
try a 911 ;-) same thing
Old 07-22-2015, 11:31 AM
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Looked at every car available. I like AWD. The only car that came close was the R8, and that has utility limitations.

Seriously, have fun with your new ride!
Old 07-22-2015, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Larry Cable
It could have been worse, you could have bought a GT3 then proceeded to 'de-tail' it...


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otoh, if the owner 1) keeps the orig tail for trade-in 2) never tracks or drives it in anger on local roads where the aero imbalance is dangerous 3 ) bought it just for the more mechanical feel of it putzing around in a " mature " way , what is the harm ...it is a way to get the " GTS " many here pine for !

Away from the track and counting within a 50 -75 mile radius of the major US cities where most new 911s reside, I suspect the number of accumulated MILES running over 100 mph is less than ONE , in 99+ % of cars

Design wise , it is the best looking current 911 when de-winged in this manner.

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Old 07-22-2015, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Yard Dog
The initial bang for the buck goes away real quick when the MB service department gets hold of it.

You'll be back.
You're right, porsche service is very cheap. makes total sense.
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I agree, that dewinged gt3 looks fantastic.
Old 07-22-2015, 12:26 PM
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Have fun with the MB! We'll see you soon!
Old 07-22-2015, 12:37 PM
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Is that Jenner's GT3?
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The GT-S is a very fine machine especially for around town. And it's also on my short list too. Please do share your thoughts OP. Congrats!
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Please get back to with your thoughts on the change.

Good Luck


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