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Replying to: amhjms (Oct 07, 2006 12:11 pm) I haven't driven a Porsche in almost 20 years, so I went and tested a 911 Cabriolet and Cayman S last weekend. The room in the back seat of the 997 impressed me (Habitat1, I take back everything I ever said about you abusing your kids), but unfortunately, the dealer didn't have any 911 hard-tops in stock (!?!?) so I didn't get the undiluted 911 experience I was looking for. OTOH, the Cayman S stunned me with it's poise and performance, and I think it would be a significant step up from the Boxster you're currently driving. I say before you drop six-figures on a GT3 you'll likely never push to it's limits, drive the Cayman S.
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Replying to: fedlawman (Oct 08, 2006 10:44 am) The car would be used in Oregon where the roads are generally smooth. However, as the weather is lousy I was considering having another car for daily driving, perhaps a GT3 would make this an even more attractive/ important solution. I've thought of the Cayman, but I've been so happy with the Boxster that I think I'll either go 911 (really my dream) or get another Boxster. Anyway, while I am American, I'm actually living in Amsterdam right now so hope to get to Stuttgart in the next few months and maybe I can talk through my dilemma with someone there for insights, as well as inquire about custom building alternatives. Thanks again for the help, and if anyone has insight on GT3 reliability I'd still appreciate hearing about that. Best to all and long live Porsche!
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Replying to: purplem46 (Oct 07, 2006 5:55 am) You win.  I guess that also tells us where the Panamera comes from as well.
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Replying to: amhjms (Oct 08, 2006 9:21 pm) As for the custom back seat idea, I think it would be difficult with the factory roll cage thats in there... I live in Seattle, so if you do end up with the GT3, please come out to some local club driving events (PIR, PR, SRP) and let me check it out (I guarantee you'll be the center of attention)! |
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Replying to: redsoxgirl (Oct 02, 2006 1:54 pm)
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Replying to: msabba (Oct 09, 2006 7:27 am) Sorry for keeping you in suspense. And the answer is.....C2S..... with a large dose of frustration for the dealer having wasted my time. I had pretty much decided on the Turbo, but was getting nervous about the delivery date slipping (now mid November). I asked the sales manager to see the actual order documentation / verification from Porsche. As it turned out, the incoming Turbo does NOT have the optional sport chrono / overboost option. I had asked that specific question at least twice when we were going over the options. Shame on me for not figuring out that the MSRP I was being quoted was about $2,000 too low. But no real regrets. I still hadn't convinced myself that the Turbo would be a good daily driver. And, after complaining to the general manager about the stupid mix up, he knocked another $1,000 off my car. Which should be in this Friday (yes, the 13th). P.S. Can someone tell me what would possess someone paying roughly $45k more for a Turbo over a C2S to NOT check the $1,840 sport chrono that provides overboost from 460 to 505 ft lbs of torque? Not to mention faster throttle response and firmer braking. That's unbelievable. |
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Replying to: pathdoc (Oct 06, 2004 11:31 am)
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