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Old 01-29-2016, 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Nizer
Indeed joking. But everyone needs to chill. This is isn't Porsche. Ford will make as many as they think they can sell and then some. Just relax and enjoy the show for now.

If you're really bored go back and read this thread: https://rennlist.com/forums/991-gt3-...port-park.html
Is that your personal RS in the avatar? Really nice.

Just as with other "special" models, I don't see Ford making as many as everyone wants in the 350R. Just don't see it happening. I totally disagree.

I was offered the first 2016 non R by my dealer at MSRP but passed for the R. I should have bought it and flipped it but didn't.

The R is worth the money simply because it is harder to get, expensive wheels, and for the moment the only way to get the track and technology pack together, as well as the unbelievable exhaust on the R.

I just bought a 991 GTS this weekend because it may be a while for the R, but I am definitely picking one up if offered. It will be a wonderful DD if nothing else.
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I didn't know about the exhaust difference on the R..
Old 01-29-2016, 10:59 PM
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http://racechaseronline.com/2016/01/...e-two-daytona/
Old 01-29-2016, 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Nizer
Indeed joking. But everyone needs to chill. This is isn't Porsche. Ford will make as many as they think they can sell and then some. Just relax and enjoy the show for now. If you're really bored go back and read this thread: https://rennlist.com/forums/991-gt3-...port-park.html
Relax is probably the best advice when it comes to car buying. Always been better to sit back and watch the market cool down and let the "beta" testers figure out all the little fixes that comes with a new car. Wonder how many gremlins this new flat crank engine will have?

I would much rather have a 2016 991gt3 than a 2014.
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Originally Posted by CAlexio
I didn't know about the exhaust difference on the R..
Yes the R is much louder. Sounds incredible when letting off at full throttle. Not sure the exact differences, but heard it was in the resonators.
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Originally Posted by 997rs4.0
Relax is probably the best advice when it comes to car buying. Always been better to sit back and watch the market cool down and let the "beta" testers figure out all the little fixes that comes with a new car. Wonder how many gremlins this new flat crank engine will have?

I would much rather have a 2016 991gt3 than a 2014.
Very good points!!!! I got offered a 2014 configured for a buyer who backed out. I passed wanting to configure my own. Then about a week later the fires started. Scared me so much I didn't want a 15, and now I am waiting for the .2
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Originally Posted by A911SUV
I had blast at Sebring this past Saturday with mine... first time with it there. Granted I ran in the 400-500 grp plus there was track traffic, the car is really dialed in and I can't wait to mount stickier tires on lighter wheels. My instructor kept repeating how much he likes it, and it's a natural on the track, and that it feels like a GT3. And this car is more fun to hoon in than my Z06.

Awesome man - Sebring is no joke.

I did my first track day with the GT350 today at NOLA Motorsport - so much fun.
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Originally Posted by 991 3Turbo
The R is worth the money simply because it is harder to get, expensive wheels, and for the moment the only way to get the track and technology pack together, as well as the unbelievable exhaust on the R.
The exhaust on the GT350R is the exact same as the GT350. The R is louder because Ford left out the resonators. If you want the louder sound just remove them - takes 20 minutes.

Agreed on production - I don't see Ford mass producing this car. The Boss 302 and Ford GT both saw limited 2 year runs, rumor is this will be similar. I'm sure the motor will not go away though.
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Originally Posted by Para82
The exhaust on the GT350R is the exact same as the GT350. The R is louder because Ford left out the resonators. If you want the louder sound just remove them - takes 20 minutes.

Agreed on production - I don't see Ford mass producing this car. The Boss 302 and Ford GT both saw limited 2 year runs, rumor is this will be similar. I'm sure the motor will not go away though.
Did you take out the resonators? Where are they located exactly----how far back?
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If you get the GT350 throw out the tires for the track- you're going to want some good R compounds - I had better grip in my Boss Laguna Seca with Corsa R tires - the MPSS were not nearly strong enough for the Shelby's brilliant suspension/power. Also be sure to take off all the nannies - way too intrusive. Other than that the car is a gem - brakes hide the weight and handling is superb - corner exits really impressed me - you can hammer that power early out that apex. Highly entertaining.
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Originally Posted by TRAKCAR
I'm relaxed
I know. We can see that when you drive. If you find two gt350s? Send one my way. I'll do the same for you. Maybe I can follow you down the front straight at Sebring before you disappear in the horizon.
Old 01-30-2016, 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by 991 3Turbo
Did you take out the resonators? Where are they located exactly----how far back?
Neg - another forum member on 6GMustang just did it - waiting to hear in person before I mess with the stock sound - already amazing.
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