Wanting a New Porsche experience. - Page 3

Haku · 11-07-2009, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Para82

Haku- my dealership has a 2010 GT3 in black on the showroom floor. It's sick! I'm not too far from you either, let me know if you're interested.

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1Carnut · 11-07-2009, 06:07 PM

Take some advise from a man that has owned 132 different cars in the last 10 years. You are being foolish, try driving your car full out without the electronic nannys, that should make your palms sweat. I am in my 50's and in my 20's I used to race (in well over 150 races), and if your bored you prrobably are not driving the car to anywhere near its limits. I have lost well over a half million dollars on cars in the last 10 years, and it taught me a lesson, if you master the car, then make the car faster, lighter, handle better. Once you have done all that, and if you still want a new experience, well then go for it.

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Originally Posted by MyEmily

I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'm getting kind of bored with my 997. Drove 6k miles over the summer and had a blast. I loved the car but now wanting some new experiences from it. Thinking about trading it in for a GT3, but is it economically sensible? Wanting to perform some modification on the car to make it peppier to cure the craving. Will A plenum upgrade, Exhaust upgrade , aero treatment Help? Am I being a spoiled brat? Having a true sport car is already creme d'la creme. Why am I not content? Need to see a therapist. Anybody here have this kind of problem?

It's a beautiful sunny day in So Cal and it's perfect for a drive. Maybe I should go for an In-n-Out.

PHDX2 · 11-08-2009, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Edgy01

You're hardly driving what you have. Do you really think another one will satisfy your problem? Drive what you have!

+1. Drive and enjoy!

Haku · 11-16-2009, 06:44 AM

Having got back home after a few weeks of being away and not being able to drive the car, I decided to take some advice from your replies and "drive the car".

As the 1000 mile running in was almost done, over the weekend I gave the thing a blast I must admit that the PDK tranny when pushed hard is quite mind blowing. I took the 4S on a stretch of road that the TT used to have handling issues with... lots of twisties, hairpins, adverse cambers, undulating surfaces etc. The 4S in Sport Plus mode was phenomenal and handled like nothing I've driven. The car redlined many a time and for my level of driving ability and requirements, was not lacking in power or handling.

I also took the car for a casual jaunt (highway and some gentle rolling roads) with my wife and came to the conclusion that the car is perfect for a long cruise. The car is incredibly versatile.

I have a new found appreciation of my car and wanted to thank MyEmily for starting the thread and you all for contributions to it.

MyEmily · 11-16-2009, 03:00 PM

+1^ I took it for a run through Arizona Hwy93. The gentle curves, the rolling hills, the twist and turns gave me a taste of what the porsche can do. Before, it was straight line and oval. This time, the newly paved road gave me a sensations of euphoria driving down the road and taking the curves effortlessly at 100+. This care glides...I maybe guilty driving such high speed on the state hwy. But I found new love in driving my Porsche again.

titleist1 · 11-17-2009, 12:35 PM

I too have been down this road. 14 Porsches in last 22 years. Had a 997 C2S Launch car, all bells and wistles, Ceramic brakes, now back to a 1996 993 C4 for last 3 years and love it. Remember that wise Quote[ It is a hell of alot more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slow]

Giacomo · 11-17-2009, 12:51 PM

I do not think any modern Porsche can be driven anywhere close to its limits, at least not legally or safely, unless you are on a race track. Any street car on a track is a huge compromise. The answer to street driving boredom is to buy a race car and go racing. Only then can you even begin to assess and improve your driving abilities.

Haku · 11-17-2009, 02:16 PM

Having stated all that I have... a '10 GT3 is mighty tasty!

ADias · 11-17-2009, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MyEmily

+1^ I took it for a run through Arizona Hwy93. The gentle curves, the rolling hills, the twist and turns gave me a taste of what the porsche can do. Before, it was straight line and oval. This time, the newly paved road gave me a sensations of euphoria driving down the road and taking the curves effortlessly at 100+. This care glides...I maybe guilty driving such high speed on the state hwy. But I found new love in driving my Porsche again.

I'm glad you saw the light. These cars excel on twisty mountain roads. The lust for power is meaningless, as it is never enough. On a twisty mountain road a Carrera has plenty of torque/power and a more powerful car does not really have much advantage.

If you liked AZ Hwy93, try CA36.

mickfluff · 11-17-2009, 03:04 PM

If your a very passionate car enthusiast...it is near Impossible to be satisfied with a stock base 997.... mod it or upgrade the car to a GT3 or turbo. The want, desire, need to better the car will subside from time to time but will always re-surface.

Base 997 owner here...

Flat-6 Performance · 11-18-2009, 12:25 AM

Save the $$$ upgrading to a GT3 and use them to add a 993 to the stable.

Haku · 11-21-2009, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Haku

Having stated all that I have... a '10 GT3 is mighty tasty!

So tasty that I bought one today!

I had to... deep down I was not content with the C4S I had. I tried to convince myself but after driving the car for another 450 miles... I knew that it was not for me. There were times when I was getting bored driving the car! For me the P car is meant to be an event. The C4S PDK, didn't do that for me. So after consultation with the boss of the household (her answer... "if it makes you happy..." awesome!) and without much fanfare my mind was made up this morning and I called a dealer.

The dealer I bought the GT3 was simply phenomenal and lined everything up in a few hours. I got the deal that I wanted and I am a happy camper.

More info about my new toy: Rennlist GT3 forum...

Bob in NY · 11-21-2009, 08:57 AM

Congrats on the new GT3, I can understand your obsession. As others have recommended attending the Porsche Sport Driving School is a must. I completed the Masters program in May and it's simply the best time I've ever had in a car. Take an adventure and drive the GT3 to Birmingham and break it in right on a cross country drive. I drove there from NY and it was a great trip. You won't regret it!

http://www.porschedriving.com/Sports-Driving.aspx

Haku · 11-21-2009, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob in NY

Congrats on the new GT3, I can understand your obsession. As others have recommended attending the Porsche Sport Driving School is a must. I completed the Masters program in May and it's simply the best time I've ever had in a car. Take an adventure and drive the GT3 to Birmingham and break it in right on a cross country drive. I drove there from NY and it was a great trip. You won't regret it!

http://www.porschedriving.com/Sports-Driving.aspx

Thanks and good advice Bob. I def plan on doing it.. Its not too far from me either.

MUSSBERGER · 11-21-2009, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Mspeedster

If it were me, I'd keep the 997 and add a well kept 993 or 964 RS America. Then you have 2 Porsches for much less than the price of a new GT3; plus relatively a minor hit if you decide to turnover the 993 or 964 some day.

Or kick it back really old school. No power brakes, no power steering, no ABS, and no PSM

11-16-2009, 06:44 AM	#34
Haku Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: TN,USA Posts: 591	Having got back home after a few weeks of being away and not being able to drive the car, I decided to take some advice from your replies and "drive the car". As the 1000 mile running in was almost done, over the weekend I gave the thing a blast I must admit that the PDK tranny when pushed hard is quite mind blowing. I took the 4S on a stretch of road that the TT used to have handling issues with... lots of twisties, hairpins, adverse cambers, undulating surfaces etc. The 4S in Sport Plus mode was phenomenal and handled like nothing I've driven. The car redlined many a time and for my level of driving ability and requirements, was not lacking in power or handling. I also took the car for a casual jaunt (highway and some gentle rolling roads) with my wife and came to the conclusion that the car is perfect for a long cruise. The car is incredibly versatile. I have a new found appreciation of my car and wanted to thank MyEmily for starting the thread and you all for contributions to it. __________________ '10 997.2 GT3 - Black/Black Fond memories: 09 997.2 C4S PDK - Meteor/Black 07 997TT - Black/Sand 2006 997 C4S - Seal Grey - Black/Stone Grey

11-16-2009, 03:00 PM	#35
MyEmily User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So Cal Posts: 435	New found love. +1^ I took it for a run through Arizona Hwy93. The gentle curves, the rolling hills, the twist and turns gave me a taste of what the porsche can do. Before, it was straight line and oval. This time, the newly paved road gave me a sensations of euphoria driving down the road and taking the curves effortlessly at 100+. This care glides...I maybe guilty driving such high speed on the state hwy. But I found new love in driving my Porsche again.

11-17-2009, 12:51 PM	#37
Giacomo Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Woodstock, ON Posts: 487	I do not think any modern Porsche can be driven anywhere close to its limits, at least not legally or safely, unless you are on a race track. Any street car on a track is a huge compromise. The answer to street driving boredom is to buy a race car and go racing. Only then can you even begin to assess and improve your driving abilities. __________________ Giacomo '05 997 C2 (daily driver) '94 968 stock F (club racer) '01 Boxster S (sold)

11-17-2009, 02:16 PM	#38
Haku Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: TN,USA Posts: 591	Having stated all that I have... a '10 GT3 is mighty tasty! __________________ '10 997.2 GT3 - Black/Black Fond memories: 09 997.2 C4S PDK - Meteor/Black 07 997TT - Black/Sand 2006 997 C4S - Seal Grey - Black/Stone Grey

11-17-2009, 03:04 PM	#40
mickfluff Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 674	impossible.... If your a very passionate car enthusiast...it is near Impossible to be satisfied with a stock base 997.... mod it or upgrade the car to a GT3 or turbo. The want, desire, need to better the car will subside from time to time but will always re-surface. Base 997 owner here...

11-18-2009, 12:25 AM	#41
Flat-6 Performance Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 762	Save the $$$ upgrading to a GT3 and use them to add a 993 to the stable. __________________ *Jordan* 1997 993 Carrera 2 6sp Glacier White On Black Fresh Motor, Rennsport ECU, FDM SSK/GR, PSS9's, RS Clutch/LWF, TRG Sways, RSR Droplinks, Corner Balanced, Wevo Engine Mounts, Walrod Bushings, HID's, Fister Stage III Sport Exhaust, 18" Kinesis K28's, Alpine/MB Quart/JBL Sound Previous - 1987 911, 1999 996 C2, 2001 996 C2

11-21-2009, 08:57 AM	#43
Bob in NY Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Hudson Valley of NY Posts: 1,286	Congrats on the new GT3, I can understand your obsession. As others have recommended attending the Porsche Sport Driving School is a must. I completed the Masters program in May and it's simply the best time I've ever had in a car. Take an adventure and drive the GT3 to Birmingham and break it in right on a cross country drive. I drove there from NY and it was a great trip. You won't regret it! http://www.porschedriving.com/Sports-Driving.aspx __________________ 07 997 Turbo, Cobalt Blue, Sand Beige, HRE P40's, Milltek Sport Exhaust and Cats 08 Boxster S, Meteor Grey/Black