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Old 12-15-2015, 03:12 PM
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The GT4 hits the limiter at about 80 MPH in 2nd. A bit long. Like I said 2nd and 3rd is where improvements can be made IMO.
First gear is a non issue if one knows what I'm talking about...
Old 12-15-2015, 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Verinnal
So the question is, how the hell can I keep both without being able to reasonably afford both?
Top Ramen? Kidney sales? Priority shift? Lots of ways to skin that cat.

I actually think you have THE perfect combo. I've thought seriously about selling one of my cars and replacing it with a TT. Problem for me is the depreciation is a little higher on TT's and cost of ownership more than I like with the miles I tend to drive. As already noted, one of the side benefits of GT ownership is lower than average depreciation. It's a really nice addition to an already great driving experience.

To me, the car that truly moves you is the one to keep and only you can decide that.
Old 12-15-2015, 07:59 PM
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personally. if you are ok daily driving a GT car, can afford a turbo, and feel some short comings on the GT4, and like the PDK.... then it sounds like its time to sell both and buy a GT3. probably what I would do in your shoes.
Old 12-15-2015, 08:21 PM
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I appreciate the PDK for what it is; a weapon. Wouldn't have dreamed of buying the GT4 sans manual as that is, by far, my favorite type of trans.
Old 12-15-2015, 08:25 PM
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Only you can decide, but I'd be keeping the GT4 and selling the Turbo if it were me, particularly if it was not my DD.
Old 12-15-2015, 08:31 PM
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^^Well, then you have a very serious decision to make if you can only keep one. I empathize with you because I have a GT3 and a GT4 arriving in June and it will be an interesting decision. It will be solely be based on which I enjoy most for my spirited weekend drive on the streets. Forget money and what will depreciate less.-not important. It has to be with what excites you more when you turn that key.

Just to screw you up a little - what happens if this GT4 is the last of the NA, Manual Cayman model they make??
Old 12-15-2015, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by drdonger
Not to mention Turbos depreciate a lot.
Not all of them!
Old 12-16-2015, 01:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Mike J
Not all of them!
You love your 993tt -- we get it...
Old 12-16-2015, 01:38 AM
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Beautiful cars.

For slightly used Turbo S money, I suspect that you could have bought a used 991 GT3 -- but didn't. So, the first question is what attracted you to the Turbo and does the car deliver on your hopes/expectations?

Can you get out of the Turbo without fanatical regrets?

And, ultimately, which car stirs your passion?
Old 12-16-2015, 01:40 AM
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Originally Posted by BryanCO
You love your 993tt -- we get it...
Beat me to it.


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