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<\/p>\nI often receive messages on my blog and Twitter asking for advice about buying cars, and recently, my husband got a similar inquiry on his personal SNS.<\/p>\n
\u30fbCurrently driving a 718 Cayman GTS
\u30fbThinking about switching to a GT3 soon
\u30fbWould like to hear the pros and cons of the GT3<\/p>\n
That was the message.<\/p>\n
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Every time I get such inquiries, I think, “Everyone really wants to hear honest opinions from actual owners<\/strong>.” Of course, reviews by automotive journalists are helpful, but there are things you can only understand by owning and using the car daily\u2014how it really feels, what issues might arise. I believe many want to know those details. (We want to know too, of course.)<\/span><\/p>\n I think one big reason my husband frequents the Royu Driveway almost every week is because he can hear straightforward opinions and impressions from fellow owners<\/strong>. Just recently, he said, “It was fascinating to hear directly from an owner who has experienced both the 992 base and S models about how these two really differ.<\/strong>”<\/p>\n So, I\u2019d like to briefly share how my husband responded to the question we received at the beginning.<\/p>\n First of all, what I think about the GT3 is that it\u2019s quite a different beast compared to regular models like the Cayman.<\/strong> It\u2019s not impossible to use it daily (commuting, shopping, etc.), so it might seem fine at first, but eventually, you\u2019ll get tired and start missing the Cayman.<\/p>\n This \u201ctiredness\u201d isn\u2019t just about rough ride comfort\u2014it comes from constantly being forced to drive in battle mode, hearing all kinds of gear and engine noises<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The manual gear ratios aren\u2019t really suited for city driving compared to the Boxster, and the PDK lacks creep, so stop-and-go traffic requires extra care.<\/p>\n Actually, I\u2019ve been driving the GT3 a lot lately, and just the other day, I happened to drive the Boxster for the first time in a month. The Boxster felt incredibly mild, the power delivery was just right, and I enjoyed driving it with a relaxed feeling.<\/strong><\/p>\n On the other hand, winding roads, circuits, and smooth-flowing rural roads are absolutely fantastic.<\/strong> It\u2019s on a whole different level compared to regular models.<\/p>\n The pinpoint-accurate handling, seemingly limitless turn-in response, and incredible engine responsiveness make you think, “This is definitely the GT3!<\/strong>”<\/p>\n So, if you\u2019re thinking about driving a GT3 normally in Japan, it might not be fun on 80% of roads and environments. But on the remaining 20%, you\u2019ll experience the best. If you value those moments, I definitely recommend it.<\/p>\n By the way, if I had to keep just one car, I think I\u2019d keep the Boxster.<\/strong> The GT3 is undeniably amazing, but I feel it\u2019s a car for special occasions (winding roads and circuits). (It\u2019s like eating premium marbled steak every day\u2014it gets exhausting.)<\/span><\/p>\n That\u2019s what he said.<\/p>\n In addition to the above, my husband said this:<\/p>\n The 911 is a sports car that can be used both daily and on the circuit, so if you\u2019re thinking of buying a GT3 as a high-end, high-power model that\u2019s just an extension of that, I think you should pause and think carefully.<\/strong> That\u2019s how strongly I want to advise people because it really has a different character.<\/p>\n AMG models for Mercedes and M models for BMW also have very different performance from their regular models, but they still maintain a certain level of luxury and comfort, so I feel they exist as an extension of daily use.<\/p>\n But Porsche\u2019s GT line (excluding GTS) is not like that at all.<\/strong> At first, I thought the difference was about that much, but I was surprised to find it\u2019s not. It\u2019s a car much closer to a racing machine.<\/p>\n So, if you try to cover everything with just one GT3, there will come a time when you miss the regular models. That\u2019s exactly how I feel\u2014I sometimes want to drive my 964 or Boxster.<\/p>\n But after a while, I crave the addictive feeling of the GT3 and end up driving it again. So, ideally, the GT3 is best as a second car alongside a regular model.<\/strong><\/p>\n If you want to tame a GT3, I think considering these points before purchasing will help you avoid regrets later.<\/p>\n Makes sense, doesn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n If you have any questions or consultations like this, please feel free to send a message on the blog. Thank you very much for your continued support of the blog “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Considering the Purchase of a Porsche 911 GT3 I often receive messages on my blog and Twitter asking for advice about buying cars, and recently, my husband got a similar inquiry on his personal SNS. \u30fbCurrently driving a 718 Cayman GTS\u30fbThinking about switching to a GT3 soon\u30fbWould like to hear the pros and cons of the GT3 That was the message. Every time I get such inquiries, I think, “Everyone really wants to hear honest...","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":18922,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"https:\/\/www.panamera-life.com\/?p=18911"},"categories":[268,30],"tags":[183,201,232],"yoast_head":"Is the GT3 a Good Buy?<\/h3>\n
A Completely Different Animal from Regular Models<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nWinding Roads and Circuits Are the Best<\/h4>\n
If I Had to Keep Only One, It Would Be the Boxster<\/h4>\n
Additional Thoughts on the GT3<\/h3>\n
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