07 GT3 on the way!
12-06-2014, 11:22 AM
#16
Burning Brakes
congrats. I too came from a 911 turbo (a nicely modified 996). If at first you are not "wowed" by the performance, don't dismay. These things have a very different power delivery curve, and its not like the turbo where there is instant access to torque anywhere along the rpm band. You really have to adjust how you drive these, and keep the revs up. Once I figured that out I never looked back, even after going from my turbo to the less powerful 996 gt3 which preceded my 07. The sound and feel is not even in the same category as a turbo...you are going to be thrilled.
12-06-2014, 12:23 PM
#17
Was sold when parked next to a .1 GT3 at the track a few months ago. His story is that he bought it brand new and its been 100% track car since he took delivery. Car has 23,000 miles - all track miles as he travels the nation from track to track. The car remains bone stock 100% and is in tremendous shape.
Another fascinating thing is that he is potentially the best driver out there as he passes new 2014 GT3 and such, but it also says a lot about the equipment he is driving. He equips the car with track tires - that's all. Amazing!!! Can't wait.
Another fascinating thing is that he is potentially the best driver out there as he passes new 2014 GT3 and such, but it also says a lot about the equipment he is driving. He equips the car with track tires - that's all. Amazing!!! Can't wait.
Congratulations on the car.
12-06-2014, 12:48 PM
#18
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Congratulations! I'm certain you will enjoy it.
12-09-2014, 11:35 AM
#20
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You have fantastic self control of that is as far down the slope you have slid. These cars don't need much but so fun to enhance (well) and if done carefully make the car even better.
12-09-2014, 01:46 PM
#21
Agent Orange
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Another previous 997-1 Turbo owner here. If a GT3 is slower than a turbo, it ain't by much. The 997-2 GT3 is actually faster from 60-120mph than a 997-1 Turbo. Think about that for a second. And that redline is amazing. Yes, it will take you a little time to adjust your driving style, but you will NEVER look back. It's a hoot! Get a TPC DSC box for the suspension. It's a must for 997-1 cars. I'd buy that before the exhaust.
12-09-2014, 02:04 PM
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12-09-2014, 02:10 PM
#23
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Another previous 997-1 Turbo owner here. If a GT3 is slower than a turbo, it ain't by much. The 997-2 GT3 is actually faster from 60-120mph than a 997-1 Turbo. Think about that for a second. And that redline is amazing. Yes, it will take you a little time to adjust your driving style, but you will NEVER look back. It's a hoot! Get a TPC DSC box for the suspension. It's a must for 997-1 cars. I'd buy that before the exhaust.
Good news, I believe my GT3 has a Sharkwerks exhaust, roll bars and a short shifter. I'll look into the TPC DSC box or whatever that is.
12-09-2014, 05:18 PM
#24
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Some light reading for you 
explaining the TPC DSC Module, I don't have one yet (emphasis on the yet)
https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...ferrerid=37911
explaining the TPC DSC Module, I don't have one yet (emphasis on the yet)https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...ferrerid=37911
12-10-2014, 11:44 AM
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A 2007 completely stock garage queen of an example beauty with fresh Porsche CPO applied to it. I manage to get it since I know the dealer well so as soon as the pending deal fell through on it I was next in-line
A couple of pics as it sits in Toronto in the showroom.
12-10-2014, 11:48 AM
#28
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Thanks!
Since the Yellow car is gone now I guess we could drive the GT3 in June to meet up with you for the F1 Race
Since the Yellow car is gone now I guess we could drive the GT3 in June to meet up with you for the F1 Race
12-11-2014, 09:41 PM
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I get that the GT3 is a race car and it belongs on the track, but is it just me that is OCD that the car be perfect - blemish free? LOL! I'm having the dealership in Colorado comb over the car before they ship it to Texas for any chips, dings or scratches. So far, they have identified just one minor scratch about 1/4 inch on the back hip finder. An obvious door ding from another car. Yep, fix it!
Yes, I'm the guy at the track cleaning my car after each session. And yes, I know the famous quote by Porsche, "Porsches are to be driven, not polished"! Gotta love it!
Hoping to get it before Christmas break.
Oh, is there anything else I need to have the dealer check before they ship it off? I've seen the DME report - no over revs. The car fax is good. Looks clean!
Yes, I'm the guy at the track cleaning my car after each session. And yes, I know the famous quote by Porsche, "Porsches are to be driven, not polished"! Gotta love it!
Hoping to get it before Christmas break.
Oh, is there anything else I need to have the dealer check before they ship it off? I've seen the DME report - no over revs. The car fax is good. Looks clean!