997 Gt3 - Page 3

Moderato · 02-27-2006, 08:30 PM

I love that 997 Turbo, probably more like our STI's then the GT3, but the GT3 is nice also. Can I have one of each?

thirSTi · 02-28-2006, 03:54 PM

Wowaweewaa. That car+M5+SL63 AMG+me=Good life.

Grunt · 02-28-2006, 04:37 PM

Porsche picked the best launch color for the new GT3. Kudos to them...i want one.

Maybe white is the new trend just like silver was in 2003. The new GTI launch color is white too.

I see a trend coming on...

teamjordan23 · 02-28-2006, 05:34 PM

White seems to be the best color for every car. Its a clean fresh look. I would take white over any color followed by black.

Brahmzy · 02-28-2006, 05:42 PM

I think white is THE best color for the '06 STi's for sure. I wouldn't mind a white EVO 9 either...

teamjordan23 · 02-28-2006, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Brahmzy

I think white is THE best color for the '06 STi's for sure. I wouldn't mind a white EVO 9 either...

A white 06 STI looks nice but a white 06 Evo 9 MR with a nice body kit looks sick. I remember seeing a picture of one and the car looked so mean. i still prefer a STI.

js3324 · 03-01-2006, 05:57 PM

^^^^My thoughts EXACTLY

On another note I actually rather have a GT3 over a GT2 - well if it was me spending my money.
Oh and I think I found a car I like more than the Z06(I think its worth the 25,000 more for the things associated with the Porsche name opposed to the Z06s superior performance - straight line atleast) I dont want to hear Nurburgring times either, as much as I love the track, there are WAY to many factors to test - so until the same driver in the same exact conditions laps both cars I take those times w/ a grain of salt.

Oh and just for a side note, Porsche is usually conservative with their performance figures(0-60 in 4.1 - I would expect it a bit quicker)

zedman86 · 03-01-2006, 06:46 PM

mmmmm variable turbine geometry. i want that.

FajenSTi · 03-02-2006, 07:33 AM

They do what hardly anyone else can do successfully; improve on an already incredible machine. Kudos to Porsche for dedicating race track winnings to the street. WOW.

RdRacer301 · 03-03-2006, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ben14142001

We own a 996 GT3, it is an insane car. We participate in many porsche events and autocrosses. Most hardcore porsche people definitely agree that the GT3 is the pure, raw car. The GT2 is one awesome car, but it is not in the same league as the GT3. The GT2 is more of a supercar, I would say, with tons of torque and a huge price tag. I've seen both run at tracks and have driven our GT3 at the track. There is no way an STi or an EVO would be lapping me while I race the GT3. It would be possibly with tons of mods, but my STi no where compares to the GT3 in any way stock for stock. And I've raced against 996 Turbos as well, they haul ass in the straights, but the weight difference is obvious in the corners.In the GT3, the turbos would pull away slightly in the straights at Road America, enough to make me mad, haha, but I would always catch them in the corners. On smaller tracks, like Gingerman and Blackhawk, we were running with turbos and passing them. We belong to a country club in Illinois called Autobahn Country Club, that is where I watch most of these cars run, but I have seen GT2's and GT3's run up at Road America too. Just my info from being a Porsche freak too.

I take it that you are involved in PCA events as well? Nice. One of these days, I'll get my hands on a 996, if not a 997. Did you attend the Rennsport in Daytona in 04? More Porsches than you can name. They were all there. When I say all, I mean all models Porsche ever made. Sweetest time ever. Couple of RUFs in attendence as well.

One of the more memorable moments at the event....
A RUF Yellowbird (CTR2, I believe) with street tags running at speed alongside full race Porsches on track during races. My boss led a lap with his 700hp+ 930, but with speeds of 200mph and the ridiculous amount of downforce, the RR tire rubbed the oil line in the fenderwell coming aorund turn 4, causing pretty big leak. So that was the end of that session. lol

Haven't had the pleasure of attending any events at Road America; however, been to quite a few tracks around the country when I was involved in GrandAm Rolex series. Daytona is still my favorite. Great "Gentlemen's Club," called Lolli Pops down the street as well. puhehe. ahhh I miss those days.

AndrewSS · 03-03-2006, 12:25 AM

well im pretty excited, my dad placed his deposit on a 997 GT3 (white ext. black int.) his salesman (bruce from beechmont cinci.) says it should be here in august or september time! I cant wait!

teamjordan23 · 03-03-2006, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by AndrewSS

well im pretty excited, my dad placed his deposit on a 997 GT3 (white ext. black int.) his salesman (bruce from beechmont cinci.) says it should be here in august or september time! I cant wait!

You are so damn lucky. About how much is he paying?

jimjohn · 03-04-2006, 06:05 PM

WOW... not only the car freaking kick ass but so is the cinematography... how much did you say hte GT3 is oging for 110,000? thats pretty damn good... you can pay 35 grand more for a GT3 RS

02-27-2006, 08:30 PM	#31
Moderato Professional STI Driver Car: 06 M3 ZCP Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 472 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	I love that 997 Turbo, probably more like our STI's then the GT3, but the GT3 is nice also. Can I have one of each? This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

03-04-2006, 06:05 PM	#43
jimjohn STI Driver Car: 03 BMW 325i Location: California Posts: 240 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	WOW... not only the car freaking kick ass but so is the cinematography... how much did you say hte GT3 is oging for 110,000? thats pretty damn good... you can pay 35 grand more for a GT3 RS This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad. Last edited by jimjohn; 03-05-2006 at 03:44 PM.

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02-28-2006, 03:54 PM	#32
thirSTi STI Driver Car: 05 OBP STi Fav Mod: Prodrive RB320 Suspension Location: The OC. Posts: 242 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2004 Trader Rating: (7)	Wowaweewaa. That car+M5+SL63 AMG+me=Good life.

02-28-2006, 04:37 PM	#33
Grunt Professional STI Racer Posts: 607 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Porsche picked the best launch color for the new GT3. Kudos to them...i want one. Maybe white is the new trend just like silver was in 2003. The new GTI launch color is white too. I see a trend coming on...

02-28-2006, 05:34 PM	#34
teamjordan23 Banned Location: NJ Posts: 760 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	White seems to be the best color for every car. Its a clean fresh look. I would take white over any color followed by black.

02-28-2006, 05:42 PM	#35
Brahmzy Spec C Club Location: C/S,CO Posts: 1,158 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	I think white is THE best color for the '06 STi's for sure. I wouldn't mind a white EVO 9 either...

03-01-2006, 05:57 PM	#37
js3324 Junior STI Driver Car: 2006 STI Posts: 155 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	^^^^My thoughts EXACTLY On another note I actually rather have a GT3 over a GT2 - well if it was me spending my money. Oh and I think I found a car I like more than the Z06(I think its worth the 25,000 more for the things associated with the Porsche name opposed to the Z06s superior performance - straight line atleast) I dont want to hear Nurburgring times either, as much as I love the track, there are WAY to many factors to test - so until the same driver in the same exact conditions laps both cars I take those times w/ a grain of salt. Oh and just for a side note, Porsche is usually conservative with their performance figures(0-60 in 4.1 - I would expect it a bit quicker)

03-01-2006, 06:46 PM	#38
zedman86 Professional STI Racer Car: 07 xterra for now Location: San Francisco Posts: 705 IWSTI Addict since: Aug 2005 Trader Rating: (2)	mmmmm variable turbine geometry. i want that.

03-02-2006, 07:33 AM	#39
FajenSTi STI Driver Fav Mod: HKS Hipermax RS Coilovers Location: Ohio Posts: 211 IWSTI Addict since: Jul 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	They do what hardly anyone else can do successfully; improve on an already incredible machine. Kudos to Porsche for dedicating race track winnings to the street. WOW.

03-03-2006, 12:25 AM	#41
AndrewSS S204 Racer Car: 05 Subaru WRX STi Fav Mod: RCE T2 Coilovers Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 4,643 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2005 Trader Rating: (21)	well im pretty excited, my dad placed his deposit on a 997 GT3 (white ext. black int.) his salesman (bruce from beechmont cinci.) says it should be here in august or september time! I cant wait!