The 997 GT3/RS Cars For Sale Thread...
03-12-2021, 12:18 PM
#6916
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also the 997’s are 15ish years old now, 991 can be more easily financed and only 5 yrs old. The reality is most people just want a more modern car with modern convinces like Apple car play. In reality aren’t the 991’s better cars in every measurable way in comparison (not more raw or visceral but in stat to stat? I get you guys like your old cars but not everyone wants to drive a car from before the last economic crash. Also one thing that really bugs me about the 997 (sorry owners) is the steering wheel is so GD ugly, makes the whole car feel dated.
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03-12-2021, 02:22 PM
#6917
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I bought the 997 instead of the 991 because the 997 are raw, analog, Mezger engine, better steering feel and overall drivability and total connection to the road.
Heck, I don’t even use the radio or AC in my car. I love to drive with the windows down so I can enjoy the music coming out of my competition Catback exhaust.
Heck, I don’t even use the radio or AC in my car. I love to drive with the windows down so I can enjoy the music coming out of my competition Catback exhaust.
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03-12-2021, 02:26 PM
#6918
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also the 997’s are 15ish years old now, 991 can be more easily financed and only 5 yrs old. The reality is most people just want a more modern car with modern convinces like Apple car play. In reality aren’t the 991’s better cars in every measurable way in comparison (not more raw or visceral but in stat to stat? I get you guys like your old cars but not everyone wants to drive a car from before the last economic crash. Also one thing that really bugs me about the 997 (sorry owners) is the steering wheel is so GD ugly, makes the whole car feel dated.
By the way...the steering wheel on my 997.2 GTS is the same as my 991.1 GTS. I bought my two 997's after being disappointed with owning my 991. I still own it, and love it...but you don't know what you don't know.
I don't finance my cars.
03-12-2021, 02:31 PM
#6919
Burning Brakes
also the 997’s are 15ish years old now, 991 can be more easily financed and only 5 yrs old. The reality is most people just want a more modern car with modern convinces like Apple car play. In reality aren’t the 991’s better cars in every measurable way in comparison (not more raw or visceral but in stat to stat? I get you guys like your old cars but not everyone wants to drive a car from before the last economic crash. Also one thing that really bugs me about the 997 (sorry owners) is the steering wheel is so GD ugly, makes the whole car feel dated.
03-12-2021, 02:40 PM
#6920
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I've been spending quite a bit of time with my 997.2 and 991.2 GT3s this past month -- I can routinely scare myself with the 997.2. The rawness has earned my respect.
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03-12-2021, 02:54 PM
#6922
BUT new buyers who are new to the brand all go down this hole.The purest are the ones who tend to buy cash and hold for other reasons. The reasons I stated are the reasons for the price increase IMHO. Last edited by Booth9999; 03-12-2021 at 03:00 PM.
03-12-2021, 02:57 PM
#6923
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hehehe. I know sorry just playing devils advocate and yanking your chains a bit. In all honesty I would to love to own one and don’t feel how I stated (except for the steering wheel but). BUT new buyers who are new to the brand all go down this hole.The purest are the ones who tend to buy cash and hold for other reasons.
BUT new buyers who are new to the brand all go down this hole.The purest are the ones who tend to buy cash and hold for other reasons.
03-12-2021, 03:06 PM
#6924
also the 997’s are 15ish years old now, 991 can be more easily financed and only 5 yrs old. The reality is most people just want a more modern car with modern convinces like Apple car play. In reality aren’t the 991’s better cars in every measurable way in comparison (not more raw or visceral but in stat to stat? I get you guys like your old cars but not everyone wants to drive a car from before the last economic crash. Also one thing that really bugs me about the 997 (sorry owners) is the steering wheel is so GD ugly, makes the whole car feel dated.
If you prefer the way the 991 drives which many people do, then get the 991. Just keep in mind that in 10 years the 991 is going to be old and outdated as well. It's hard to constantly stay on the newest wave of technology unless you have the financial means to do so. Good for those that do. But for me, I will continue enjoying my older 997 GT car that delivers the exact experience that I want.
Also, I mean everything that I said very respectfully, I think what's great is that we all enjoy Porsche's and are passionate about them. No matter which model you like, I am good with that.
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03-12-2021, 03:10 PM
#6925
Did any of you see the results of the white RS on BaT? 230k!
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03-12-2021, 03:12 PM
#6926
Instructor
Here you go: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...che-gt3-rs-29/
Most expensive GT3 sold on BaT ($230k without fees). I guess some people like cars without Apple CarPlay that have an ugly steering wheel, and most importantly that were made before the last economic crash.
Congrats Doug!
Most expensive GT3 sold on BaT ($230k without fees). I guess some people like cars without Apple CarPlay that have an ugly steering wheel, and most importantly that were made before the last economic crash.
Congrats Doug!
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03-12-2021, 03:21 PM
#6927
Congrats on the RS sale Doug!
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03-12-2021, 03:41 PM
#6929
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Here you go: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...che-gt3-rs-29/
Most expensive GT3 sold on BaT ($230k without fees). I guess some people like cars without Apple CarPlay that have an ugly steering wheel, and most importantly that were made before the last economic crash.
Congrats Doug!
Most expensive GT3 sold on BaT ($230k without fees). I guess some people like cars without Apple CarPlay that have an ugly steering wheel, and most importantly that were made before the last economic crash.
Congrats Doug!
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