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Perhaps it’s because I’m a Porsche and a sports car newbie, but I can’t get enough of this car.
This thing is wicked fast. Sure there are always faster cars out there, but I’m having a blast. I love how it handles, I love how it looks. I’m sure I could get the same experience from a ‘Vette but this thing works for me (and it definitely draws attention)
My only pet peeve is finding good roads to drive on. So many delivery trucks and soccer moms everywhere. I press the pedal and I’m going 85 in a second, then a moment later 100, and I’m forced to slow down due to an upcoming minivan.
I guess it’s time to take this to the track.
Ode to the 911. Thank you, Porsche, for making this car!
Perhaps it’s because I’m a Porsche and a sports car newbie, but I can’t get enough of this car.
This thing is wicked fast. Sure there are always faster cars out there, but I’m having a blast. I love how it handles, I love how it looks. I’m sure I could get the same experience from a ‘Vette but this thing works for me (and it definitely draws attention)
My only pet peeve is finding good roads to drive on. So many delivery trucks and soccer moms everywhere. I press the pedal and I’m going 85 in a second, then a moment later 100, and I’m forced to slow down due to an upcoming minivan.
I guess it’s time to take this to the track.
Ode to the 911. Thank you, Porsche, for making this car!
If you're driving on busy roads with delivery trucks and minivans, you're doing it wrong. Here are some suggestions... (no particular order)
Download the Roads app from Porsche (https://roads.porsche.com/en/) -- it's an app that crowdsources cool driving roads. Depending upon where you live in the country, it can be really helpful. It's a totally underappreciated app that can point you to some amazing experiences.
Find a local Cars and Coffee where you can meet other enthusiasts. It's a good way to meet people for group drives that can introduce you to some great roads.
Join the PCA and link up with your local chapter. I am a past BMWCCA member and currently a member of the PCA and AROC (Alfa owners). You can learn a lot from these orgs including track days, autocross events, rallies, and local meetups.
Facebook and Instagram can be useful to find local groups of owners. Often, something like the PCA can be a good starting point for Facebook groups. Instagram works a little differently, but I've learned of some amazing driving events strictly through the platform. Last year, I was on a drive organized by some car photography teenagers that ended up being a couple hundred cars and a total blast. Those kids managed to put together an event with millions of dollars worth of cars.
Explore on your own. Open Google Maps and get a map out. Each region has its own character. For example, almost every road in Pennsylvania with the word "mill" or "hill" in it is worth a drive. I grew up riding motorcycles through the Delaware and Hudson valleys. There is so much to be said for exploration.
Aside from South Florida, there are amazing roads all over the country. So far, my 992 has been through 14 states (PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD, WV, KY, TN, AR, OK, IL, OH, MI, IN). When the pandemic is over, I will hit all 48 and make the trip up to Alaska. Oh, if there's someone here in South Florida that can prove otherwise, I will gleefully check it out.
Perhaps it’s because I’m a Porsche and a sports car newbie, but I can’t get enough of this car.
This thing is wicked fast. Sure there are always faster cars out there, but I’m having a blast. I love how it handles, I love how it looks. I’m sure I could get the same experience from a ‘Vette but this thing works for me (and it definitely draws attention)
My only pet peeve is finding good roads to drive on. So many delivery trucks and soccer moms everywhere. I press the pedal and I’m going 85 in a second, then a moment later 100, and I’m forced to slow down due to an upcoming minivan.
I guess it’s time to take this to the track.
Ode to the 911. Thank you, Porsche, for making this car!
Your other thread seems to contradict this one. Just sayin...
Perhaps it’s because I’m a Porsche and a sports car newbie, but I can’t get enough of this car.
This thing is wicked fast. Sure there are always faster cars out there, but I’m having a blast. I love how it handles, I love how it looks. I’m sure I could get the same experience from a ‘Vette but this thing works for me (and it definitely draws attention)
My only pet peeve is finding good roads to drive on. So many delivery trucks and soccer moms everywhere. I press the pedal and I’m going 85 in a second, then a moment later 100, and I’m forced to slow down due to an upcoming minivan.
I guess it’s time to take this to the track.
Ode to the 911. Thank you, Porsche, for making this car!
this is why i got the base ... more fun around town
Perhaps it’s because I’m a Porsche and a sports car newbie, but I can’t get enough of this car.
This thing is wicked fast. Sure there are always faster cars out there, but I’m having a blast. I love how it handles, I love how it looks. I’m sure I could get the same experience from a ‘Vette but this thing works for me (and it definitely draws attention)
My only pet peeve is finding good roads to drive on. So many delivery trucks and soccer moms everywhere. I press the pedal and I’m going 85 in a second, then a moment later 100, and I’m forced to slow down due to an upcoming minivan.
I guess it’s time to take this to the track.
Ode to the 911. Thank you, Porsche, for making this car!
If you're driving on busy roads with delivery trucks and minivans, you're doing it wrong. Here are some suggestions... (no particular order)
Download the Roads app from Porsche (https://roads.porsche.com/en/) -- it's an app that crowdsources cool driving roads. Depending upon where you live in the country, it can be really helpful. It's a totally underappreciated app that can point you to some amazing experiences.
Find a local Cars and Coffee where you can meet other enthusiasts. It's a good way to meet people for group drives that can introduce you to some great roads.
Join the PCA and link up with your local chapter. I am a past BMWCCA member and currently a member of the PCA and AROC (Alfa owners). You can learn a lot from these orgs including track days, autocross events, rallies, and local meetups.
Facebook and Instagram can be useful to find local groups of owners. Often, something like the PCA can be a good starting point for Facebook groups. Instagram works a little differently, but I've learned of some amazing driving events strictly through the platform. Last year, I was on a drive organized by some car photography teenagers that ended up being a couple hundred cars and a total blast. Those kids managed to put together an event with millions of dollars worth of cars.
Explore on your own. Open Google Maps and get a map out. Each region has its own character. For example, almost every road in Pennsylvania with the word "mill" or "hill" in it is worth a drive. I grew up riding motorcycles through the Delaware and Hudson valleys. There is so much to be said for exploration.
Aside from South Florida, there are amazing roads all over the country. So far, my 992 has been through 14 states (PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD, WV, KY, TN, AR, OK, IL, OH, MI, IN). When the pandemic is over, I will hit all 48 and make the trip up to Alaska. Oh, if there's someone here in South Florida that can prove otherwise, I will gleefully check it out.
If you're driving on busy roads with delivery trucks and minivans, you're doing it wrong. Here are some suggestions... (no particular order)
Download the Roads app from Porsche (https://roads.porsche.com/en/) -- it's an app that crowdsources cool driving roads. Depending upon where you live in the country, it can be really helpful. It's a totally underappreciated app that can point you to some amazing experiences.
Find a local Cars and Coffee where you can meet other enthusiasts. It's a good way to meet people for group drives that can introduce you to some great roads.
Join the PCA and link up with your local chapter. I am a past BMWCCA member and currently a member of the PCA and AROC (Alfa owners). You can learn a lot from these orgs including track days, autocross events, rallies, and local meetups.
Facebook and Instagram can be useful to find local groups of owners. Often, something like the PCA can be a good starting point for Facebook groups. Instagram works a little differently, but I've learned of some amazing driving events strictly through the platform. Last year, I was on a drive organized by some car photography teenagers that ended up being a couple hundred cars and a total blast. Those kids managed to put together an event with millions of dollars worth of cars.
Explore on your own. Open Google Maps and get a map out. Each region has its own character. For example, almost every road in Pennsylvania with the word "mill" or "hill" in it is worth a drive. I grew up riding motorcycles through the Delaware and Hudson valleys. There is so much to be said for exploration.
Aside from South Florida, there are amazing roads all over the country. So far, my 992 has been through 14 states (PA, NJ, NY, DE, MD, WV, KY, TN, AR, OK, IL, OH, MI, IN). When the pandemic is over, I will hit all 48 and make the trip up to Alaska. Oh, if there's someone here in South Florida that can prove otherwise, I will gleefully check it out.
Unfortunately, while there are some scenic drives in South Florida with breathtaking views of the ocean and skyline, there aren't any winding backroads made for spirited driving. With that said, if you have a Cab putting the top down and driving on Old Cutler Road into The Grove and then Key Biscayne is awesome. You will not be able to push the car but you will see some amazing sights.
Enjoy this wonderful car in good health. As someone who deals with traffic accidents and deaths everyday, I have to say save the car's potential for the track where lives are not at risk. You can't predict other drivers' conduct/behaviors on the road. On the track, you can really see what this car can do.
Unfortunately, while there are some scenic drives in South Florida with breathtaking views of the ocean and skyline, there aren't any winding backroads made for spirited driving. With that said, if you have a Cab putting the top down and driving on Old Cutler Road into The Grove and then Key Biscayne is awesome. You will not be able to push the car but you will see some amazing sites.
Unfortunately, while there are some scenic drives in South Florida with breathtaking views of the ocean and skyline, there aren't any winding backroads made for spirited driving. With that said, if you have a Cab putting the top down and driving on Old Cutler Road into The Grove and then Key Biscayne is awesome. You will not be able to push the car but you will see some amazing sites.
I have done that drive in a Hertz Mustang convertible. Agreed on sights.
Enjoy this wonderful car in good health. As someone who deals with traffic accidents and deaths everyday, I have to say save the car's potential for the track where lives are not at risk. You can't predict other drivers' conduct/behaviors on the road. On the track, you can really see what this car can do.
True, I only floor it or drive aggressively when there are no cars around, or when I’m way behind them.
Enjoy this wonderful car in good health. As someone who deals with traffic accidents and deaths everyday, I have to say save the car's potential for the track where lives are not at risk. You can't predict other drivers' conduct/behaviors on the road. On the track, you can really see what this car can do.
A perfect comprise is to attend the PCA’s Driver Education Events. Newbies have ride along instructors and as you move up the ranks you placed with other drivers of the same caliber. In other words you can drive as fast as your own skill set allows in a controlled environment. Not to be confused with racing, but tons of fun.
Key West in a cab would be cool. Have done that in a rental, down and back overnight. Seeing the actual boat from the African Queen movie at Key Largo was a good surprise too. Plenty to see in Florida.
12-10-2020, 06:51 PM
This car is making me insane
