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What is the ground clearance of the 997 GT3 and Carrera GT?

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Old 05-23-2007, 05:34 PM
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Default What is the ground clearance of the 997 GT3 and Carrera GT?

I want to compare the difference to a regualar Carrera S.

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Where, at the front lip? I believe it's at 4.5" as delivered from the factory for the GT3/RS. Combined with the long front overhang, you'll get a lot of scraping.
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Stock Carrera S is higher than CGT. Carrera S with H&R springs is lower than CGT. The lowest point on the Carrera S isn't the front lip - it's the brake duct scoops. Take a look under the car.

Can't comment on height of 997GT3, no experience with that car.
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reminds me that my rear brake duct scoops are a mess after one track day. violent transition in the track + 140 mph = serious compression. strange i only got one side chewed up
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Ground clearance:

CGT 3.39"
GT3 3.66"
Carrera S 4.3"
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Thank you guys. I was told it was 4-4.5 inches for the GT3 Bumper from factory.

I think the regular carrera is 6-6.65 inches.

Mjones i think your data seems too indiacte that it is too low?
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997s Vs. 997GT3
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Thanks again for the pics and info. Much appreciated.



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