My new White GT3
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Your GT3 looks great, painted console is nice.
I share your concerns about the front lip although the turbo one isn't as low as the GT3, It's still a pain. I panic every time a dip, ramp, pebble etc appears.
I share your concerns about the front lip although the turbo one isn't as low as the GT3, It's still a pain. I panic every time a dip, ramp, pebble etc appears.
Originally Posted by Bruce
Thanks for all the nice words.
I feel like I'm driving a special car, it's a very nice feeling.
Mine was a birthday present to myself as well.
Mine came with Pirelli's and after a few hundred miles there is tire residue on the lower part of the fenders behind the tires, a real soft compound. These will not last long.
Martin; I promised you a ride and when I get back from an upcoming trip we'll do it.
I feel like I'm driving a special car, it's a very nice feeling.
Mine was a birthday present to myself as well.
Mine came with Pirelli's and after a few hundred miles there is tire residue on the lower part of the fenders behind the tires, a real soft compound. These will not last long.
Martin; I promised you a ride and when I get back from an upcoming trip we'll do it.
no biggie Bruce just joking around, have a safe trip, let me know when you are back 
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Originally Posted by fcar348
i didnt realize the full leather option adds alcantara to the doors. thats really nice and i might have gotten it if i knew. oh well
I might keep this car stock, it seems right just the way it is unlike the TT which needed some work.
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Beautiful car man. I actually saw a white 997 GT3 today in Toronto. First GT3 I've ever seen. Pretty awesome machine. A dark grey murci roadster was following it and I could honestly say the GT3 looked better.
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I also ordered the shifter trim piece (CDJ) in white. The photo was blown out so it wasn't visible but it makes the white console look complete. My concern is that it's easy to scratch so when I have the 3M film done maybe they can do part of the console.
Thanks again for all the kind words.
Thanks again for all the kind words.
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Originally Posted by gtr
Does it feel like it lacks power compared to your turbo or the instant power delivery makes up for it. I'm really considering switching to a new GT3.
It does not have the torque the TT has so I don't expect to be thrown back in the seat like I do in the TT.
That being said that's not really what I wanted in the GT3. I wanted a more precise instrument that was sufficiantly fast and that's what it is.
The power comes on without lag which is nice, I also like the idea of a high revving NA motor.
I admit I do like the acceleration that 550 HP/TQ gives you but the TT is not the precise machine the GT3 is, 2 very different vehicles.
My advise to you is to drive a Carrera "S" and imagine somewhat more power and considerbly better handling and then decide if that's for you.
Fortunately I have no plans to sell my TT or my 1996 C2 Cab., I enjoy the 3 very different driving experiences each one gives me.