GT3 ownership, day 2
04-27-2014 | 12:39 AM
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Congrats! The stock GT shifters are considerably shorter than Carreras or TT's. There's about 3 inches of travel between 3rd and 4th gear off the top of my head, as opposed to 4+ in the non-GT cars I've driven. If it's below that you may have an aftermarket SST in there. All about your personal preference really.
Enjoy driving!!
Enjoy driving!!
04-27-2014 | 12:39 AM
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Ok, day 2 of GT3 (2007MY) ownership, a few impressions. 1) wow, this is not my C2S 2) better stance, better suspension I guess 3) brakes (mine are steel) are WAY, WAY better 4) +60hp - like Colt 45, works every time 5) shifter - much shorter throw, and WAY "notchy-er" (perhaps previous owner put on a SSK, was not documented....comments please?) 6) exhaust note is sick, this sounds like an angry car (which has me giddy and intoxicated....cannot get enough of it) 7) arctic silver color, meh....though far more understated than the Mexico Blue C2S. I just don't care for the color but this car is about far more than color 8) clutch, sure it's a bit more brutal but not a big deal at all
04-27-2014 | 12:57 AM
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"1.5 years and wife is starting to warm up to it!" Nice to know there is still hope for me. It has been 5 months and my wife still hasn't sat in it let alone gone for a ride. This is a woman who used to drive my old C2 1-2x/ week. Needless to say she was pretty upset when I bought it. She couldn't understand why I'd pay more $ for a stiffer, louder version of the "same car" that regularly scrapes the ground.
04-27-2014 | 02:11 PM
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I also just got my gt3 and had it only a few weeks. It's an 07 white car. I like the non rs because the cars are aggressive without being flashy.
I am also very impressed with the car. I love the shifter. It's perfect bolt action. The car is manic. I love that too.
My only considerations are around the suspension. Stiff is overly stiff. Normal is comfy but not quite stiff enough. I will drive more, then align. Then play with settings.
I love the car. I really do.
I am also very impressed with the car. I love the shifter. It's perfect bolt action. The car is manic. I love that too.
My only considerations are around the suspension. Stiff is overly stiff. Normal is comfy but not quite stiff enough. I will drive more, then align. Then play with settings.
I love the car. I really do.
04-28-2014 | 02:11 AM
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i remember running into you at the gas station on lombard, i was in my black c2s.
congrats on the 3, every time i drive my car i cant believe what is delivers for the cost .. 911's just cannot be beat when it comes to bang for buck with a little prestige!
congrats on the 3, every time i drive my car i cant believe what is delivers for the cost .. 911's just cannot be beat when it comes to bang for buck with a little prestige!
04-28-2014 | 02:27 AM
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"1.5 years and wife is starting to warm up to it!" Nice to know there is still hope for me. It has been 5 months and my wife still hasn't sat in it let alone gone for a ride. This is a woman who used to drive my old C2 1-2x/ week. Needless to say she was pretty upset when I bought it. She couldn't understand why I'd pay more $ for a stiffer, louder version of the "same car" that regularly scrapes the ground.
I also just got my gt3 and had it only a few weeks. It's an 07 white car. I like the non rs because the cars are aggressive without being flashy.
I am also very impressed with the car. I love the shifter. It's perfect bolt action. The car is manic. I love that too.
My only considerations are around the suspension. Stiff is overly stiff. Normal is comfy but not quite stiff enough. I will drive more, then align. Then play with settings.
I love the car. I really do.
I am also very impressed with the car. I love the shifter. It's perfect bolt action. The car is manic. I love that too.
My only considerations are around the suspension. Stiff is overly stiff. Normal is comfy but not quite stiff enough. I will drive more, then align. Then play with settings.
I love the car. I really do.
04-28-2014 | 03:31 AM
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"1.5 years and wife is starting to warm up to it!" Nice to know there is still hope for me. It has been 5 months and my wife still hasn't sat in it let alone gone for a ride. This is a woman who used to drive my old C2 1-2x/ week. Needless to say she was pretty upset when I bought it. She couldn't understand why I'd pay more $ for a stiffer, louder version of the "same car" that regularly scrapes the ground.
04-28-2014 | 03:34 AM
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Ok, day 2 of GT3 (2007MY) ownership, a few impressions.
1) wow, this is not my C2S
2) better stance, better suspension I guess
3) brakes (mine are steel) are WAY, WAY better
4) +60hp - like Colt 45, works every time
5) shifter - much shorter throw, and WAY "notchy-er" (perhaps previous owner put on a SSK, was not documented....comments please?)
6) exhaust note is sick, this sounds like an angry car (which has me giddy and intoxicated....cannot get enough of it)
7) arctic silver color, meh....though far more understated than the Mexico Blue C2S. I just don't care for the color but this car is about far more than color
8) clutch, sure it's a bit more brutal but not a big deal at all
1) wow, this is not my C2S
2) better stance, better suspension I guess
3) brakes (mine are steel) are WAY, WAY better
4) +60hp - like Colt 45, works every time
5) shifter - much shorter throw, and WAY "notchy-er" (perhaps previous owner put on a SSK, was not documented....comments please?)
6) exhaust note is sick, this sounds like an angry car (which has me giddy and intoxicated....cannot get enough of it)
7) arctic silver color, meh....though far more understated than the Mexico Blue C2S. I just don't care for the color but this car is about far more than color
8) clutch, sure it's a bit more brutal but not a big deal at all
04-28-2014 | 12:47 PM
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04-29-2014 | 10:51 AM
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Congrats!
Just yesterday I was walking by my car in the garage and thought "What will I ever want other than this?" And that's from someone who ALWAYS wants something else.
I personally love the shifter once it's warmed up. I'm never guessing where I am and I know when it's fully engaged. Best shifting Porsche I've had. You'll get used to it in not time and love it in less.
Just yesterday I was walking by my car in the garage and thought "What will I ever want other than this?" And that's from someone who ALWAYS wants something else.
I personally love the shifter once it's warmed up. I'm never guessing where I am and I know when it's fully engaged. Best shifting Porsche I've had. You'll get used to it in not time and love it in less.
04-29-2014 | 11:34 AM
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Congrats!
Just yesterday I was walking by my car in the garage and thought "What will I ever want other than this?" And that's from someone who ALWAYS wants something else.
I personally love the shifter once it's warmed up. I'm never guessing where I am and I know when it's fully engaged. Best shifting Porsche I've had. You'll get used to it in not time and love it in less.
Just yesterday I was walking by my car in the garage and thought "What will I ever want other than this?" And that's from someone who ALWAYS wants something else.
I personally love the shifter once it's warmed up. I'm never guessing where I am and I know when it's fully engaged. Best shifting Porsche I've had. You'll get used to it in not time and love it in less.
I love the shifter, but admit its taken some getting used to it.