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Aug 8, 2007 7:39:46 PM

Bluehinder: Junior; Loc: Colorado; Posts: 134, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 18, 2007

Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

Hi,

I just got off the phone, I got an October RS build. We have 48 hours to spec it per the rep. I have not really given it much thought, as I thought it was a pipe dream. Now I need to get into action.

What are your thoughts about options?

Off the cuff:

PCCB
Adaptive seats
Heated seats
Xenon
Orange/black wheels
Black full leather
Chrono

Thinking about bringing some orange into the interior, rear center console in orange, or maybe just gear trim. Maybe stiching.

If anyone has some quick photos of some interior color choice, console, stiching, etc, please post.

Thanks a lot. I'm still shaking I'm so freaked out.

Blue

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Aug 8, 2007 11:11:02 PM

Dan L: Expert; Loc: Santa Barbara, CA , United States; Posts: 1957, Gallery; Registered on: Jan 2, 2006; Reply to: Bluehinder

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

I saw this exact car the other day in Menlo Park, CA. For an RS, I wouldn't get too flashy inside. Keep it all business. It's not really supposted to be anything but business. Just my 2 cents. Theo ther options you have selected are on track.

Dan

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Aug 9, 2007 5:48:05 AM

Joost: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Dordrecht , Netherlands; Posts: 8037, Gallery; Registered on: May 3, 2004; Reply to: Dan L

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

Full leather in an rs?! I think I would go for alcantra.
Deviated stitching in exterior color, orange? Think that would look awesome!
Also, I wouldn't go for the adaptive/heated seats. Sounds like a contradiction to its' racing nature.
-Joost-

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Aug 9, 2007 6:22:21 AM

oliver: Co-Pilot; Loc: Belgium , Belgium; Posts: 166, Gallery; Registered on: Apr 16, 2006; Reply to: Joost

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

It's an RS, not just a GT3, so keep going in the spirit of the car: bucket seats (it's a must have!!!) For the rest, the Sport Chrono doesn't look so track oriented in my opinion, as it's not that practical. Furthermore, for track days, you'll need specific measurement devices which will make the sport chrono more like a gadget than a really useful tool...

Let us know

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Aug 9, 2007 7:31:08 AM

fantasma: Junior; Loc: Stockholm, Sweden , Sweden; Posts: 76, Gallery; Registered on: May 1, 2004; Reply to: oliver

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

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oliver said:
It's an RS, not just a GT3, so keep going in the spirit of the car: bucket seats (it's a must have!!!) For the rest, the Sport Chrono doesn't look so track oriented in my opinion, as it's not that practical. Furthermore, for track days, you'll need specific measurement devices which will make the sport chrono more like a gadget than a really useful tool...

I agree with Oliver, although I think the bucket seats are not available in the US, and in that case the adaptive seats are the best choice, since you can adjust the lateral support.

The Chrono is just a gadget. If you track the car, get some GPS-based system, e.g. from Racelogic.
You get the sport button anyway on the GT3/GT3RS, even if you don't opt for the Chrono.

/fantasma

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Aug 13, 2007 4:26:40 PM

chipper: Pilot; Loc: Hawai'i; Posts: 400, Gallery; Registered on: Dec 20, 2003; Reply to: fantasma

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

I saw a GT3 RS delivered at Rusnak Pasadena that was optioned out to $150k msrp. Full leather, yellow belts, deviating stitching, carbon fibre, PCM, Sport Chrono, etc. etc. the owner was thrilled with the car.

IMO, it's your car. Make it however you want.

I ordered Natural Grey leather on my GT3. Nobody else I know has spent that much on a GT3 interior (including console, hatch cover, and some other upgrades). But I like the dark grey better than black and am not sorry I spent the extra bucks.

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Aug 13, 2007 5:52:00 PM

STRADALE: Rennteam VIP; Loc: NY , United States; Posts: 11075, Gallery; Registered on: Mar 9, 2005; Reply to: Bluehinder

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

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Bluehinder said:
Hi,

I just got off the phone, I got an October RS build. We have 48 hours to spec it per the rep. I have not really given it much thought, as I thought it was a pipe dream. Now I need to get into action.

What are your thoughts about options?

Off the cuff:

PCCB - RS Must-Have IMO
Adaptive seats RS Must-Have/in US
Heated seats Yes
Xenon Yes
Orange/black wheels Black
Black full leather Yes. Maybe Alcantara for center of seats etc.
Chrono Yes, you'll really want the sensative throttle mapping, plus the track timer is very appropriate for an RS

Thinking about bringing some orange into the interior, rear center console in orange, or maybe just gear trim. Maybe stiching. - Stitching would be cool. Wouldnt bring in exterior paint to the interior. Interior Carbon Fiber is kick ass for an RS though

If anyone has some quick photos of some interior color choice, console, stiching, etc, please post.

Thanks a lot. I'm still shaking I'm so freaked out.

Blue

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Aug 13, 2007 9:15:43 PM

AUM: Veteran; Loc: Germany; Posts: 1203, Gallery; Registered on: May 2, 2006; Reply to: STRADALE

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

Since you cannot order race bucket seats in the US, get the standard seats and replace them with buckets asap.

Cancel chrono. It does nothing useful in a GT3 (you get the sport button standard).

Full leather has nothing to do with seats in an RS. It applies to dash trim, etc.

Keep the inerior simple and spend the saving on roll cage, race seats, 18'' wheels and Hoosiers. The standard 19'' wheels and new Cup tires are drawing complaints from serious trackers for understeering.

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Aug 13, 2007 9:43:57 PM

Grant: Rennteam VIP; Loc: Denver, CO , United States; Posts: 12536, Gallery; Registered on: Aug 21, 2002; Reply to: AUM

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

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AUM said:Keep the inerior simple and spend the saving on roll cage, race seats, 18'' wheels and Hoosiers. The standard 19'' wheels and new Cup tires are drawing complaints from serious trackers for understeering.

I've heard this too. The 18's don't fit over the new PCCB's though, right?

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Aug 14, 2007 7:55:21 AM

AUM: Veteran; Loc: Germany; Posts: 1203, Gallery; Registered on: May 2, 2006; Reply to: Grant

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

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Grant said:
Quote:
AUM said:Keep the inerior simple and spend the saving on roll cage, race seats, 18'' wheels and Hoosiers. The standard 19'' wheels and new Cup tires are drawing complaints from serious trackers for understeering.

I've heard this too. The 18's don't fit over the new PCCB's though, right?

BBS 18" do fit over the PCCB, according to this: http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/search.php?searchid=1798532

Here is the thread on understeer cured: http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforums/showthread.php?t=369859

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Aug 14, 2007 4:34:10 PM

chipper: Pilot; Loc: Hawai'i; Posts: 400, Gallery; Registered on: Dec 20, 2003; Reply to: STRADALE

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

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STRADALE said:
Quote:
Bluehinder said:
Hi,

Chrono Yes, you'll really want the sensative throttle mapping, plus the track timer is very appropriate for an RS

If the RS is like the regular GT3, you don't need the chrono clock to get the "sport" button. It comes with the car. With chrono, all you get in addition is the clock on the dash. Unless you are going to track and time your laps, then the clock would be mainly decorative. Some people like its look on the dash, others don't.

If you're going to order chrono, then to get full benefit from it, you might want to order PCM, as well.

Or you can skip the whole thing, both chrono and PCM, which is what I did. I do not track, do not use navigation, and therefore I went for the cleaner look of no chrono and no PCM.

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Aug 17, 2007 4:04:10 AM

Moogle: Rennteam Master; Loc: Bay Area , United States; Posts: 5019, Gallery; Registered on: Aug 9, 2003; Reply to: chipper

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

The less options the better

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Aug 17, 2007 8:08:32 PM

sarg3: Newbie; Loc: uk; Posts: 12, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 9, 2006; Reply to: Bluehinder

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

Hi, i also have a october build date. Spec'ed green, nav, phone, steel rotors, zenons,centre consol in exterior colour.Im not going with any stitching
/leather. Now looking forward to see whos comes first!! Good luck, and enjoy.,

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Aug 19, 2007 7:11:05 AM

360bhp: Junior; Loc: "Zuffenhausen on Sea"; Posts: 129, Gallery; Registered on: Nov 14, 2005; Reply to: sarg3

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

sarg3 - when is your car physically expected to arrive for you to pick up ? tia

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Aug 21, 2007 12:50:27 PM

sarg3: Newbie; Loc: uk; Posts: 12, Gallery; Registered on: Jul 9, 2006; Reply to: 360bhp

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Mid november im told, but i guess we will see.

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Aug 21, 2007 2:04:51 PM

SimonWall: Junior; Loc: UK; Posts: 84, Gallery; Registered on: Aug 2, 2006; Reply to: sarg3

Re: Just got the call to spec my RS, options?

I agree with the comments to forego the Sport Crono.

Besides that I understand the seat heaters, given you are in Colorado. Are buckets possible in the States? If so get em, otherwise never mind.

I like the Viper Green as well and there will be less of them on the road, but orange looks wonderful too.

Just remember the one principle: "If in doubt, get it!!!" and you'll be fine!

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