Grant:
RC:
Grant:
vantagesc:
For many people (Nick included I suspect), the comfort of the 991 platform + accessibility (PDK) makes the 997 GT3 a non-starter.
I know I'd prefer several aspects of the 997 GT3, but I am sold on the track insurance and track warranty that comes with a new car and Euro Delivery.
I think I told you before: I doubt this is true, re-check the Euro Delivery insurance/warranty regulations.
The Director of Euro Delivery Program at Porsche North America provided assurances that all track driving (with the exception of actual Sanctioned Races) is covered by the included ED insurance with only 1,000 EUR deductible (16 days for free, longer with additional fee).
If you have this written black on white, I do not see a problem. Otherwise... I asked about it and nobody here seems to know anything about it. The insurance is a pretty standard full coverage insurance in Germany and it does not cover track usage with the exception of official Porsche driver ed events and some other similar events. I would be careful, just saying...
The Track Warranty is a little more ambiguous. With the 2014 991 GT3, the Track coverage under the warranty was specifically included in the language and boasted about by AP. But with all the GT3 engine issues, that language was removed from the owners' manual after MY2014. However, Porsche has yet to decline warranty coverage for any problems occurring on track (as long as not using Slick tires, for example) for US customers.
It is pretty difficult to prove for Porsche if a car has been damaged (warranty related) by track racing. However, life is a bitch and sh.t happens. Why would they provide road cars with a track warranty if they don't even provide such a warranty for their professional track cars?! Food for thought.
Grant, just be careful, this is all I'm saying.
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RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Porsche 991 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet, Porsche Macan Turbo, Audi R8 V10 Plus (2017), Mini JCW (2015), Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT (2014)