997.2 GT3 to 991 GT3 - Would You trade?
05-10-2015, 07:18 PM
#61
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ShakeNBake you are absolutely 100% correct.
I have seen what you have stated in my local track experience. That even with guys who have had a Sharky 3.9 who have gone on to purchase a 991 GT3.
No worries, my little" know nothing gets no respect" Champion Motorsport build that can't compare to other builds" can hang and deflate the 991GT3. I've done it locally.
All you members, did I say ALL, yes I said ALL, have given ZERO respect to the Champion Motorsport build. Honestly NO WORRIES
i love being the underdog. As the saying goes ... it's not how big the dog is in the fight BUT how big the fight in the dog IS!!!!!!!!!
You want to talk about fight ... well I have just a little bit of experience in that, thanks US Army and US Army Rangers.
Once again I am just an impaired driver trying to lve a dream.
Ranger
I look forward to a build reunion. My little POS "Rodney Dangerfield gets no respect" build may have something to say about that ... but hey what do I know. I'm just an impaired driver trying to live a dream.
I have seen what you have stated in my local track experience. That even with guys who have had a Sharky 3.9 who have gone on to purchase a 991 GT3.
No worries, my little" know nothing gets no respect" Champion Motorsport build that can't compare to other builds" can hang and deflate the 991GT3. I've done it locally.
All you members, did I say ALL, yes I said ALL, have given ZERO respect to the Champion Motorsport build. Honestly NO WORRIES
i love being the underdog. As the saying goes ... it's not how big the dog is in the fight BUT how big the fight in the dog IS!!!!!!!!!You want to talk about fight ... well I have just a little bit of experience in that, thanks US Army and US Army Rangers.
Once again I am just an impaired driver trying to lve a dream.
Ranger
I look forward to a build reunion. My little POS "Rodney Dangerfield gets no respect" build may have something to say about that ... but hey what do I know. I'm just an impaired driver trying to live a dream.
You ALWAYS find a way to bring up your car. Even if the thread is about candy and strippers, you find a way to mention it. Like you have a complex about it. Let it go.
05-10-2015, 07:29 PM
#62
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Back to this 991 thing.... Nope wouldn't trade. I think I'd like one in the garage for something different to experience, but want an antique first. Will wait for these 991 to depreciate before grabbing one. . It's coming.
I am pretty sure the 991 is not going to make me a better driver. And that's why I do this, to learn. My car is plenty great for that.
05-10-2015, 08:09 PM
#63
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No chance. The 997 is a keeper. I'd add a 991 maybe but I can see leasing it and giving it back. They'll just be a revised one down the road that's faster, flappier and might even drive itself.
05-11-2015, 01:19 AM
#64
Where did anyone talk about shop builds being disrespected? This is a 991 vs 997 thread. We know your car is fast, we know it's nice. We get it....
You ALWAYS find a way to bring up your car. Even if the thread is about candy and strippers, you find a way to mention it. Like you have a complex about it. Let it go.
You ALWAYS find a way to bring up your car. Even if the thread is about candy and strippers, you find a way to mention it. Like you have a complex about it. Let it go.
But you know what ... who gives a $h!t ... you and all you buckys can accept or deny what you want buddy. I do no give a crap what you think. I wipe my a$$ with your comments.
You have a problem, well bring it. You have been stated to be such a Sebring awesome and killer lap timer. Oh wow???
Ranger
05-11-2015, 01:57 AM
#65
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My 7.2-3 is never going anywhere. Made a huge mistake when I sold 7.1-3 and bought Fiat. Should never have scratched that itch. Mistakes were made. When opportunity came up to buy my current car, I pounced immediately. Had deposit down on new 3 but just not interested in car that my girlfriend can put in "D" and drive to get nails done.
And to the poster who mentioned something about $ being the deciding factor for so many of us buying 7-3 instead of 1-3---um....No. Not even remotely correct. Haha
05-11-2015, 04:28 AM
#66
It was me and I am glad you have both the wear-for-all to buy what you want and have found your perfect car seeing theerrors of your.
But I am sure there are many pretenders and to admit publicly that finance was the issue not the pdk etc is forum suicide
I will admit I don't have the cash to stump up to a 991 3 let alone a RS.
05-11-2015, 10:17 AM
#68
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Hey Greek boy maybe you do not have a good comprehension of the language but if you READ ALL the threads all are about somebody else's build be favored.
But you know what ... who gives a $h!t ... you and all you buckys can accept or deny what you want buddy. I do no give a crap what you think. I wipe my a$$ with your comments.
You have a problem, well bring it. You have been stated to be such a Sebring awesome and killer lap timer. Oh wow???
Ranger
But you know what ... who gives a $h!t ... you and all you buckys can accept or deny what you want buddy. I do no give a crap what you think. I wipe my a$$ with your comments.
You have a problem, well bring it. You have been stated to be such a Sebring awesome and killer lap timer. Oh wow???
Ranger
05-11-2015, 10:21 AM
#69
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I need to find the candy and strippers thread. Please share link!!!
My 7.2-3 is never going anywhere. Made a huge mistake when I sold 7.1-3 and bought Fiat. Should never have scratched that itch. Mistakes were made. When opportunity came up to buy my current car, I pounced immediately. Had deposit down on new 3 but just not interested in car that my girlfriend can put in "D" and drive to get nails done.
And to the poster who mentioned something about $ being the deciding factor for so many of us buying 7-3 instead of 1-3---um....No. Not even remotely correct. Haha
My 7.2-3 is never going anywhere. Made a huge mistake when I sold 7.1-3 and bought Fiat. Should never have scratched that itch. Mistakes were made. When opportunity came up to buy my current car, I pounced immediately. Had deposit down on new 3 but just not interested in car that my girlfriend can put in "D" and drive to get nails done.
And to the poster who mentioned something about $ being the deciding factor for so many of us buying 7-3 instead of 1-3---um....No. Not even remotely correct. Haha
So I am not the only one who sold his and had to buy back in. At least we both know how special these cars are. Glad you were able to grab another GT3. How do you like the .2 now over the the .1 you had previously?
05-11-2015, 10:22 AM
#70
Instructor
Funny how this happens every time, no? 996 GT3 comes out, aircooled owners say "my car is more pure, the new one is too big / heavy". Then the 997.1 GT3 comes out, and 996 GT3 owners say "it's gotten soft, the new one is just a street car with fancy suspension bits". Then it's the 997.2 -- "yeah it's got more displacement, but the suspension is too compliant, the old car is more direct". Now the 991 is too much like a Playstation, automatics are for lazy drivers, etc.
Not disputing that the 991 is an easier car to drive fast -- and a 997.2 is easier to drive fast than a 930 Turbo. I watched people drive 991 GT3s all weekend at CotA and they are just /unbelievably/ fast. I probably wouldn't buy a '14 just because of the resale question, but there's no doubt in my mind that the 991 is objectively the better car of the two, and probably just as fun to drive fast. I'm keeping my 997 for now because it's a legendary car too, no doubt -- but I'm sure I will eventually make the leap.
Not disputing that the 991 is an easier car to drive fast -- and a 997.2 is easier to drive fast than a 930 Turbo. I watched people drive 991 GT3s all weekend at CotA and they are just /unbelievably/ fast. I probably wouldn't buy a '14 just because of the resale question, but there's no doubt in my mind that the 991 is objectively the better car of the two, and probably just as fun to drive fast. I'm keeping my 997 for now because it's a legendary car too, no doubt -- but I'm sure I will eventually make the leap.
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05-11-2015, 10:39 AM
#71
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Funny how this happens every time, no? 996 GT3 comes out, aircooled owners say "my car is more pure, the new one is too big heavy". Then the 997.1 GT3 comes out, and 996 GT3 owners say "it's gotten soft, the new one is just a street car with fancy suspension bits". Then it's the 997.2 -- "yeah it's got more displacement, but the suspension is too compliant, the old car is more direct". Now the 991 is too much like a Playstation, automatics are for lazy drivers, etc.
Not disputing that the 991 is an easier car to drive fast -- and a 997.2 is easier to drive fast than a 930 Turbo. I watched people drive 991 GT3s all weekend at CotA and they are just /unbelievably/ fast. I probably wouldn't buy a '14 just because of the resale question, but there's no doubt in my mind that the 991 is objectively the better car of the two, and probably just as fun to drive fast. I'm keeping my 997 for now because it's a legendary car too, no doubt -- but I'm sure I will eventually make the leap.
Not disputing that the 991 is an easier car to drive fast -- and a 997.2 is easier to drive fast than a 930 Turbo. I watched people drive 991 GT3s all weekend at CotA and they are just /unbelievably/ fast. I probably wouldn't buy a '14 just because of the resale question, but there's no doubt in my mind that the 991 is objectively the better car of the two, and probably just as fun to drive fast. I'm keeping my 997 for now because it's a legendary car too, no doubt -- but I'm sure I will eventually make the leap.
05-11-2015, 10:49 AM
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Thanks for all the valid opinions so far; I tend to concur with the majority of what's been said here (save for some off-topic threads about special engine builds (???) / chatroom brawls etc...)
I have to be honest and admit that details like the fabulous new design, wonderful interior and that 9 Thousand RPM Howl in the 991 GT3 really really catch my attention; and also the fact that this car is a better DD than the 997.2 GT3. On the other hand; the 997.2 is a much more tactile / sensorial drive especially at non-warp speed RPM's, which is where we all really drive at when off the track, 99% of the time...
I have to be honest and admit that details like the fabulous new design, wonderful interior and that 9 Thousand RPM Howl in the 991 GT3 really really catch my attention; and also the fact that this car is a better DD than the 997.2 GT3. On the other hand; the 997.2 is a much more tactile / sensorial drive especially at non-warp speed RPM's, which is where we all really drive at when off the track, 99% of the time...
05-11-2015, 11:05 AM
#74
Thanks for all the valid opinions so far; I tend to concur with the majority of what's been said here (save for some off-topic threads about special engine builds (???) / chatroom brawls etc...)
I have to be honest and admit that details like the fabulous new design, wonderful interior and that 9 Thousand RPM Howl in the 991 GT3 really really catch my attention; and also the fact that this car is a better DD than the 997.2 GT3. On the other hand; the 997.2 is a much more tactile / sensorial drive especially at non-warp speed RPM's, which is where we all really drive at when off the track, 99% of the time...
I have to be honest and admit that details like the fabulous new design, wonderful interior and that 9 Thousand RPM Howl in the 991 GT3 really really catch my attention; and also the fact that this car is a better DD than the 997.2 GT3. On the other hand; the 997.2 is a much more tactile / sensorial drive especially at non-warp speed RPM's, which is where we all really drive at when off the track, 99% of the time...
If you DD your car buy 991gt3
If your 997 is like you said 99% street and only driven on weekends I would keep it!
05-11-2015, 05:12 PM
#75
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The .2 has more torque (power, grunt, what ever you'd like to call it) down low and mid range. The suspension is more compliant, better dampened and less twitchy. The car certainly feels more planted and stable.