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Old 05-01-2012, 02:24 AM
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I can't decide which GT3 to go after... Thoughts, opinions, comments, advice, would be greatly appreciated.

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Old 05-01-2012, 02:36 AM
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Both are 2010. Both I consider very low mileage. I personally think white > black. White one is 7,500 cheaper. Both don't have sport bucket.

Easy decision on the white one. GLW purchase! You can't go wrong with 997.2 GT3!
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Mike

I see you found Rennlist. The white GT3 appears to be a very good buy. Since this is long distance purchase see if you can have the car purchased thru a dealership. You can have a PPI, DME report and a CPO Warranty. All this is well worth it. If you don't have time to drive the car back, contact Jim with Intercity Lines for a white glove delivery treatment! Intercity will inspect the car better the most buyers and will contact you about any paint or body damage.

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depends what color you desire.

The white car has no dash wart (sport chrono) which is the way i like them.
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Guys - Thanks for all of your awesome feedback and comments. Unfortunately, the white one was sold. I've always been a black/black person, so maybe it was meant to be. This will be my first ever GT3 so I want to make sure I get the advice of the experts. = )

I'm currently working with the dealer and have gotten them down to $107,400. Do you feel that is a reasonable amount?

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Originally Posted by 997carrera2
Guys - Thanks for all of your awesome feedback and comments. Unfortunately, the white one was sold. I've always been a black/black person, so maybe it was meant to be. This will be my first ever GT3 so I want to make sure I get the advice of the experts. = )

I'm currently working with the dealer and have gotten them down to $107,400. Do you feel that is a reasonable amount?

http://www.motorcarsofgeorgia.com/us...6c36663ea0.htm
if you want low miles and close to new. yup.

I prefer more miles and lower price.

100K should get you a 997.2, but if you dont mind a few extra bucks for a low mile car than go for the black car. Life is short and so is summer.
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cup cars are delivered in *** white

I think all GT3 should match cup car
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LOL
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Wanna buy mine? Never drive it! Haven't driven it in 2 1/2 months from when I got it let alone started it. Like most others, its all your preference on which color you like. I prefer black, but thats just me

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GT3.2's are moving very quickly. Took 3 try's before I secured mine. Most are trending over $100,000.
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I think this is the one. I'm going to have Jim Ellis Porsche perform the PPI tomorrow, if the inspection and DME readings come back spotless, I'm going to finalize the purchase.

Any suggestions on transport companies other than Intercity Lines (in case they can't meet my schedule requirements)?
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Reliable Carriers. That who I use
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id arrive and drive.

they are the most fun in terms of grand tourers.
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Originally Posted by tcsracing1
depends what color you desire.

The white car has no dash wart (sport chrono) which is the way i like them.
+1 on the color and the wart-free dash. Too bad you missed it. GLW your quest!


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