Test Drove a 2011 GT3RS
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I'm not sure a turbo/GT3RS comparison is fair or possible. I prefer both! As I noted above the turbo is astonishing! I had a 2007 turbo which was by no means a slouch and is a fantastic Super Car but my 2010 turbo outshines it by some margin. Its PDK and and new technology engine just take it to a new level in performance. There are very minute differences on the outside. Remember Car and Driver tested this turbo 0-60 at 2.9 seconds with the turbo S being slightly quicker! You are simply catipulted in the new turbo. The GT3RS is a street legal race car and stunning in every way. I only test drove it for about 25 minutes but the car is magical. As far as comparing the GT3 and GT3RS, Wider front and rear for a start. Higher HP, shorter gear throw... etc...However, I will defer to the experts here that have the cars for the details and the drive. I have spent a couple of hours in a friend's GT3 and was blown away with the performance. Again, I will defer to the experts that have these cars. I am doing what I can to get a GT3RS but I would also be extremely happy with a GT3 if I can't do the GT3RS to accompany my turbo!
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The entire GT3 series is truly unique. When it comes to a true performace driving experience few cars are better. Sure, some will post better numbers here and there, but that's statistics. If you like to drive and be a big part of the process, the GT3s allow you to do this. While this may be a bit selfish, That is probably why there is only one steering wheel in the car. If you have never driven a true race car, then these will give you a close representation in a 'reasonable' way.
Sorry, there is nothing 'reasonable' about getting these sort of cars, so with that said, just try to get as much car as your sanity can afford. Don't worry about what others say, they won't help you pay for anything.
As far as a daily driver, that is a function of your roads and condition of your body, the lift kit does preserve more of your car, particualarly if you live in a land of speed bumps. I put 41,000 miles on a '04 GT3 and survived--then moved to an RS--Triple Black
Sorry, there is nothing 'reasonable' about getting these sort of cars, so with that said, just try to get as much car as your sanity can afford. Don't worry about what others say, they won't help you pay for anything.
As far as a daily driver, that is a function of your roads and condition of your body, the lift kit does preserve more of your car, particualarly if you live in a land of speed bumps. I put 41,000 miles on a '04 GT3 and survived--then moved to an RS--Triple Black
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The entire GT3 series is truly unique. When it comes to a true performace driving experience few cars are better. Sure, some will post better numbers here and there, but that's statistics. If you like to drive and be a big part of the process, the GT3s allow you to do this. While this may be a bit selfish, That is probably why there is only one steering wheel in the car. If you have never driven a true race car, then these will give you a close representation in a 'reasonable' way.
Sorry, there is nothing 'reasonable' about getting these sort of cars, so with that said, just try to get as much car as your sanity can afford. Don't worry about what others say, they won't help you pay for anything.
As far as a daily driver, that is a function of your roads and condition of your body, the lift kit does preserve more of your car, particualarly if you live in a land of speed bumps. I put 41,000 miles on a '04 GT3 and survived--then moved to an RS--Triple Black
Sorry, there is nothing 'reasonable' about getting these sort of cars, so with that said, just try to get as much car as your sanity can afford. Don't worry about what others say, they won't help you pay for anything.
As far as a daily driver, that is a function of your roads and condition of your body, the lift kit does preserve more of your car, particualarly if you live in a land of speed bumps. I put 41,000 miles on a '04 GT3 and survived--then moved to an RS--Triple Black
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I love my GT3 RS. It does get a little loud on the freeway, but that's part of the appeal. Absolute monster in the twisties, reliable, beautiful...I have never second guessed my decision to buy mine. Last weekend on our way to get the wife her Cayenne, she asked me if there was anything I would change about my GT3 RS...I told her I would change absolutely nothing about it! Glad the discussion of changing anything stopped at the Porsche! :-)
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Man I'm happy to hear you "took the plunge"......... Is that car not everything everyone has said or what? (And still the best part is, what you put into her, she gives back 2x).............and how about the sounds she puts out once you get into the higher rpm range..........(Although I was a good boy and actually did a proper break-in.....but still)......WOOOOOOOOOOOW!
CONGRATULATIONS!
CONGRATULATIONS!
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Man I'm happy to hear you "took the plunge"......... Is that car not everything everyone has said or what? (And still the best part is, what you put into her, she gives back 2x).............and how about the sounds she puts out once you get into the higher rpm range..........(Although I was a good boy and actually did a proper break-in.....but still)......WOOOOOOOOOOOW!
CONGRATULATIONS!
CONGRATULATIONS!
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LFC,
The stock exhaust sounds good but try adding a bypass pipe like the Sharkwerks, and you will really hear some great harmony coming from your tailpipes.
Glad you are enjoying the car.
Hope to you see you out at the track sometime.
The stock exhaust sounds good but try adding a bypass pipe like the Sharkwerks, and you will really hear some great harmony coming from your tailpipes.
Glad you are enjoying the car.
Hope to you see you out at the track sometime.
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I will look after the TT for you. Beautiful car, one of my dream cars enjoy it.
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Thanks so much! Yes, you are right! It definitely has one of the best looking big ***** in auto history for sure! I can't belive how many people look and comment on the GT3RS when I drive it.
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I made a mistake and stopped by a Southern California Porsche dealer and test drove a 2011 GT3RS. Should not have done that! The car is simply incredible. The sound and the handling of the car is amazing. I had assumed it would be a hard ride but it definitely wasn't. I have a 2010 turbo which is amazing and isn't going anywhere, but my 2009 C4S with TechArt Aero kit may have to go. It definitely is easy to get addicted to these cars. The temptation! Anyone here got a 2010 or 2011 GT3RS that can talk me out of getting one!
