Advice for those considering buying a Porsche 911 GT3
Published on: 2020.07.15
Porsche 911 GT3 Purchase Consideration
I usually receive many messages on my blog and Twitter asking for advice on purchasing a car, and the other day, my husband received this kind of advice on his personal social networking site.
...currently drives a 718 Cayman GTS.
I'm considering switching to GT3 soon.
I would like to know what was good and bad about GT3.
And.
Every time I receive a consultation like this, I think to myself.I guess everyone wants to hear the real opinions of the owners who own them.I think that's what I'm trying to say. Test drive reviews by car critics are of course helpful, but many people would like to know what a few hours of test driving cannot tell them: how it feels to actually own it and use it on a daily basis, what problems it has, and so on.(Of course we want to know)
It's also why my husband frequents the Ashiu Driveway every week.Hear the owners' unorthodox opinions and impressions.I feel that this is greatly influenced by the fact that The other day, we also received a letter from theIt was interesting to hear from an owner who has owned both a bare-bones 992 and an S, how the two cars actually differ from each other in real life!He said.
GT3, buy it?
So, I would like to summarize a little bit of how my husband responded to the questions you asked me at the beginning of this article.
Completely different from the regular model
first (of all)What I think about the GT3 is that it is quite different from regular models such as the CaymanI think it's a good thing. It's not impossible to use it for everyday (commuting, shopping, etc.), which is good at first, but eventually I think I'll get tired of it, get sick of it, and miss my Cayman.
This "tiring" is more than just a bad ride.I always feel forced to run in battle mode while listening to various gear noises and engine noises. I feel like I am forced to run in battle mode.The fatigue comes from the
The manual gear ratio is still not as good for city driving as the Boxster, and the PDK has no creep, so you have to be careful when stop-and-go. The PDK has no creep, so you have to be careful in stop-and-go traffic.
In fact, I've been driving nothing but GT3s lately, and I just happened to drive a Boxster the other day for the first time in a month.The Boxster felt insanely mild, the power feel was just right, and it was a lot of fun to ride with a sense of relief.
Great for winding and circuits.
On the other hand.Great for winding roads, circuits, and flowing country roads.The It is not comparable to the regular model.
The car's precise handling, limitless turning ability, and tremendous engine response are just some of the features that make it a "must have" car.I knew it was GT3!"It seems to me.
So, if you think about driving a regular GT3 in Japan, it may not be fun on 80% of the roads and in 80% of the environments. But you can enjoy the best on the remaining 20% of roads. If these aspects are important to you, I recommend it.
If I had to keep just one car, it would be the Boxster.
incidentallyIf I were to keep only one car, I would keep the Boxster.I am not going to change the fact that the GT3 is very good, but I still feel that the GT3 is a car for special occasions (winding roads and circuits).(Just like a fine marbled steak every day is a sine qua non.)
This was the case.
Addendum regarding GT3.
In addition to the above, my husband had this to say.
The 911 is a sports car that can be driven for both daily use and on the track.If you're thinking of buying the GT3 as an extension of that high-end, high-power model, you should stop and think twice.I think. I think it's such a different character that I want to advise you to do so.
AMG models for Mercedes and M models for BMW are completely different from regular models in performance, but even so, they emphasize luxury and comfort to some extent, and I feel that they are an extension of daily use.
But.Porsche's GT series (except GTS) are not that sweet.At first I too thought that was about the extent of the difference, but was surprised to find that it wasn't at all.Cars that are more like racing cars.I think.
So I think that if you try to have everything in one GT3 car, there will come a time when you will miss the regular models. In fact I do, and sometimes I want to drive a 964 or Boxster.
But after a while, I miss the narcotic sensation of the GT3 and drive the GT3. So.Ideally, the GT3 is best as a second car on top of the regular model that was available.I think.
If you want to tame the GT3, I think you should consider buying it after knowing these things so you won't have any regrets later.
And. I see.
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I agree with you.
I went from a 991 GT3 to a 992 Carrera S because it was so tiring.
It's not enough and makes me want to go back to GT3.
But it's not a GT car, is it GT3?
Mr. Billiken.
> But it's not a GT car, is it GT3?
Sure, it's called GT, but I don't think it's a grand touring car;
Thank you very much for your kind advice on the purchase of the GT3 Touring Package.
Thanks to your help, the car was delivered safely.
As you say, the GT3TP can be used on a daily basis, but I feel that it is not a car that can be driven casually.
GT3TP is still a natural pace and I feel like I am required to concentrate on my driving.
So I sometimes miss the lightness (or perhaps the casualness) of my former 981 Cayman GTS.
But I'm still really glad I got GT3.
I strongly hope to hone my skills and bring out as much as possible of the capabilities of this car.
dispersal
Congratulations on the delivery of your car.
Certainly, it can be said that it can be used on a daily basis, but it is not a car that can be driven casually.
If that's the case, by far Porsche's regular lineup is easier to use and drive.
>I strongly hope to hone my skills and bring out as much as possible of this car's capabilities.
Lovely! I'll do my best to improve my skills ^^.
That's exactly right.
I also ride a motorcycle.
Bikes with racing specs that are custom built and fast on the track are sold when they are no longer inspected.
Today I am addicted to my moped, which only has 13 horsepower, and I can't wait for my vacation.
The gt3 has been delivered 1.5 years and 1500km
Moped bike 1500km in 2 months of delivery.
Hmmm, I am thinking about it.
If life is so much fun with a bike that costs only 450,000 yen, then the gt3 is significant....
I'm not giving it up yet. Maybe.
Kazukane Hills
>gt3 has 1500km in 1.5 years of delivery
>1500km in 2 months of moped bike delivery
That's right! (LOL)
I'm sure motorcycles have a lot of charm that cars don't have, but I'm not sure if they have the same appeal.
That's amazing when you look at the mileage!
The rainy season is about to end, and the temperatures seem cooler than usual.
I imagine it must be nice to ride a motorcycle ^^.
I use a GT3, usually for commuting (other cars are more
(Some say it's not suitable for everyday use in the)
In the Porsche family, the Cayman is also a sport chassis of the S
The same is true for the suspension hardness.
And as for the clutch, the 993 is much more careful.
Well, if you can't accelerate once on the road (not once
(If the valve on the sport exhaust doesn't open.) That's it.
It's a little stressful, but...
Also, how much 4,000 cc is a crowded road like when commuting to work?
No, it's not as fuel-efficient as you would expect from a car nowadays.
Mr. Whooper.
Wow, that's a great lineup of cars, Mr. Whooper...!!!
I have the impression that each of these cars has its own distinct appeal in the pursuit of driving performance.
>Afterwards, a crowded road like commuting to work is not a good place for a 4,000 cc.
>No, it's not as fuel-efficient as you would expect from a modern car nowadays.
Makes you wonder if the gasoline is leaking from somewhere... (laughs)
I was happy to get the GT3 as it was my goal. I am really happy with the timing and the fact that the authorized dealer also handled the touring package. I think the mileage is about the same as your husband's. It is certainly not intended to be driven on a daily basis, as it is basically driven more than 200 km each way on the highway. I also own two other cars, one for commuting and the other for family use, so my situations are quite limited. I'm not a great driver, so I don't think I use even 20% of the performance, but after this great experience, I'm planning to graduate from driving. That's how special I feel about this vehicle. I hope to continue to enjoy my Porsche life, aiming to have the highest mileage unit in 3 years.
Mr. 991GT3 Touring Package with almost the same specifications.
It has been a while.
>The situations are quite limited, as I own two other cars, one for commuting and one for family use.
I see! That would be a lot of fun to run the GT3 in a situation that suits the GT3.
As you say, the GT3 is a special car.
I always think that for many people, it must be exceptional, both in terms of performance and in terms of their feelings.
I, too, will work on getting better at driving my GT3!
That's right!
Once I get on it, I want to stay on it forever! I would like to ride it forever, but I would rather spend more time looking at it.
After changing the muffler, it became even more pronounced.
Before I changed it, I thought I would ride it over just to hear the sound coming from the muffler...
Macan and Mini Cooper are like casual sneakers, easy to get into.
It's not just because of the height of the car.
white wildebeest
GT3 is deep...
So you have a Macan and a Mini Cooper! I'm so jealous!
As you say, it would be easier for me to ride the GT3 casually, and I can't ride it casually now;
I always look forward to reading them.
I saw it...I guess you are right. Even though I know that, I would like to be immersed in it just once. I have come in normal steps from the first Cayman S to the 997 Carrera to the 991 II Carrera S to the 991 II Carrera GTS.... I still long for a GT3.
Mr. Garuda.
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>I came in normal steps from the first Cayman S to the 997 Carrera to the 991 II Carrera S to the 991 II Carrera GTS....
Oh wow!!! Steps like a Porsche royal...!
Each of them is filled with the charm of Porsche, and you will be able to enjoy Porsche deeply and profoundly.
>After all, it is GT3 that I have been longing for.
We would be happy to exchange a lot of information with you when you purchase GT3.
Thank you for your continued support!
Hi, I always look forward to your updates. I am also using a 991-2 GT3 MT for commuting and have done over 10,000 km in a year.
My Porsche journey started with a 997-1 GT3. Even with the bucket seats at the very front, I had a hard time disengaging the heavy clutch because of my short legs. The 997-2 GT3 RS that I owned after that was a bit of a chore to drive unless I was physically and mentally fit. Therefore, I move it only on my days off.
Compared to them, 991-2 GT3 MT has a lighter clutch and can be clutch-started on a slope, and is much easier to drive than the earlier ones. The 991-2 GT3 MT is much easier to use in daily life than the 997, and I feel that I can use the 991-2 GT3 MT by myself.
Mr. 991-2 GT3 MT
Oh, 10,000 km in a year, wow!
I hear that the 997GT3 has a heavy clutch.
Considering this, I imagine that the current GT3 is much easier to drive, and I imagine that there are times when I feel that it is lacking.
Certainly, if you know the 997, you may think that the 997 is easier to use on a daily basis compared to the 997.
I think I know what you mean when you say that a single modern GT3 will be fine, and
I thought that what kind of cars I had driven in the past must be a very big factor.
Nice to meet you. I've bookmarked your site and look in from time to time because you have many interesting articles.
I am just starting out, but I drive a 718 Cayman and was considering the next candidate for a 991 GTS or GT3, so this was very helpful.
I think the GT3 is great in that I like the sound of the engine and in that it sets itself apart as a supercar, but I was thinking that the GTS, with its simple design and ability to go anywhere, would also be great to enjoy for many years.
I usually drive on national roads and bypass roads at 60-70km/h, but I wonder if a stock 911 would be more enjoyable on public roads as well, especially on national roads and bypass roads.
calculation
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>Would a normal 911 still be more enjoyable on public roads, even if they are mainly driven at 60-70km/h on national roads or bypass roads?
I asked my husband about your question.
I think an absolutely stock 911 would feel better in that speed range."
That range of speeds does not use GT3's capabilities at all, which may eventually lead to frustration.
Also, depending on the road conditions, it can be tough with GT3 at that speed range.
At speeds a little higher, like the overtaking lane on the freeway, I'd feel better about the other way around."
He said ^^^.
Thank you for your kind reply.
I will consider the next candidate car once in stock condition after referring to this article and your answer very much.
I will actually go for a test drive, etc. next time.
Looking forward to more of your articles!