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    Mar 31, 2007 9:02:32 PM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    I know some of you don't like it but I'm sure you will warm up to it. It was the same case with the Turbo when the first pictures of the Turbo with almost any camo hi the forum.



    This is more difficult to swallow than the TT, especially the rear. I think the TT's rear is much better.

    Mar 31, 2007 10:38:18 PM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    I know some of you don't like it but I'm sure you will warm up to it. It was the same case with the Turbo when the first pictures of the Turbo with almost any camo hi the forum.



    This is more difficult to swallow than the TT, especially the rear. I think the TT's rear is much better.



    ... because it's cleaner, more harmonic.

    Mar 31, 2007 11:06:58 PM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    I know some of you don't like it but I'm sure you will warm up to it. It was the same case with the Turbo when the first pictures of the Turbo with almost any camo hi the forum.



    This is more difficult to swallow than the TT, especially the rear. I think the TT's rear is much better.



    ... because it's cleaner, more harmonic.



    I wager that the TT rear bumper will be a popular 'upgrade' for the GT2.

    Apr 1, 2007 1:40:17 AM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    luwalira said:
    I know some of you don't like it but I'm sure you will warm up to it. It was the same case with the Turbo when the first pictures of the Turbo with almost any camo hi the forum.



    This is more difficult to swallow than the TT, especially the rear. I think the TT's rear is much better.



    ... because it's cleaner, more harmonic.



    I wager that the TT rear bumper will be a popular 'upgrade' for the GT2.



    Yeah,

    If I ordered a 997GT2, I would immediately take it to a body shop and cut out the vertical louvres from the tail and put in horizontal louvres (or a metal screen), then get rid of, once and for all, those Techart slats from the side intakes. I DO LOVE the front though.

    Apr 1, 2007 8:37:01 AM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    I know some of you don't like it but I'm sure you will warm up to it. It was the same case with the Turbo when the first pictures of the Turbo with almost any camo hi the forum.



    This is more difficult to swallow than the TT, especially the rear. I think the TT's rear is much better.


    I'm a sucker for phat rears and have to agree with you on that point. The TT has a more mean looking ass. Lets just wait for more pictures.

    Apr 1, 2007 8:41:14 AM

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    You all forget something though... You dont buy a GT2 for the appearance...

    Apr 1, 2007 9:12:47 AM

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    You all forget something though... You dont buy a GT2 for the appearance...



    Very true, that!

    Apr 1, 2007 9:59:22 AM

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    The GT2 is a supercar that defines every 911 available from the 997 tree. (I wouldn't replace any part from the exterior and downgrade to the turbo)

    This is a "MUST" have 911.

    Apr 1, 2007 10:05:16 AM

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    The GT2 is a supercar that defines every 911 available from the 997 tree. (I wouldn't replace any part from the exterior and downgrade to the turbo)

    I totaly agree with you... I am seriously thinking of buying this car...I already have place a deposit and wait...

    This is a "MUST" have 911.

    Apr 1, 2007 11:08:53 AM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    The GT2 is a supercar that defines every 911 available from the 997 tree. (I wouldn't replace any part from the exterior and downgrade to the turbo)

    I totaly agree with you... I am seriously thinking of buying this car...I already have place a deposit and wait...

    This is a "MUST" have 911.





    Aisxos, how are you satisfied with the Turbo?

    Apr 1, 2007 3:51:54 PM

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    Re: 997 GT2 is coming...more details

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    The GT2 is a supercar that defines every 911 available from the 997 tree. (I wouldn't replace any part from the exterior and downgrade to the turbo)

    This is a "MUST" have 911.



    I like it too.

    Unlike the 997TT, the GT2 isn't for everyone.

    This car has special character.

    Apr 1, 2007 7:56:38 PM

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    My only hesitation is that if i am going to buy the GT2, I wont be able to sell it here in Greece. I couldnt even sell my GT3, so I traded it with Porsche and even the dealer after 2 years didnt managed to sell it!!
    On the other hand I am thinking of paying more money that a new GT2 and buy a used Carrera GT which for me is THE DREAM car..

    Apr 1, 2007 7:58:45 PM

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    My only hesitation is that if i am going to buy the GT2, I wont be able to sell it here in Greece. I couldnt even sell my GT3, so I traded it with Porsche and even the dealer after 2 years didnt managed to sell it!!
    On the other hand I am thinking of paying more money that a new GT2 and buy a used Carrera GT which for me is THE DREAM car..



    That would certainly be better than the GT2 !

    Apr 1, 2007 9:17:36 PM

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    I've been thinking about the gt2 for a little while now and unavoidably I think the rear bumper is a failure. I'll tell you why:

    -The design structure of a car, even a functional supercar such as the GT2 which is more about performance than presence, must be wholistic and gestalt. Clearly if aesthetics are compromised, any car company can create a vehicle with optimal performance, as a result of the physics/dimensions. However, when one buys a Porsche or a Lambo or a Ferrari etc... there is a sense of design and engineering philosophy that should be imbued in the apperance, the feel, the performance etc...
    -The new GT2, simply based upon these spy shots, looses that connection (as a result of the horrendous rear bumper) and falls more into the category of aftermarket fanatic tuner (e.g. Gemballa).

    This seems like an awful lot for Porsche to ask from its customers who are about to lop down 200 grand...unacceptable imo

    Apr 2, 2007 9:28:12 AM

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    My only hesitation is that if i am going to buy the GT2, I wont be able to sell it here in Greece. I couldnt even sell my GT3, so I traded it with Porsche and even the dealer after 2 years didnt managed to sell it!!
    On the other hand I am thinking of paying more money that a new GT2 and buy a used Carrera GT which for me is THE DREAM car..



    I think the GT2 is not the right car for you.

    Apr 2, 2007 10:48:42 AM

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    Well, the Slats are horrendous, but they should have let the vertical slats re-appear in the front and side intakes... that ties it all up a bit. Still looks bad, but at least the design is consistent.
    -Joost-

    Apr 2, 2007 12:49:24 PM

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    My only hesitation is that if i am going to buy the GT2, I wont be able to sell it here in Greece. I couldnt even sell my GT3, so I traded it with Porsche and even the dealer after 2 years didnt managed to sell it!!
    On the other hand I am thinking of paying more money that a new GT2 and buy a used Carrera GT which for me is THE DREAM car..



    I think the GT2 is not the right car for you.



    I will see the numbers first 0-100, 0-200 and then I will tell you...

    Apr 6, 2007 10:25:49 PM

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    Could totally be a random rumor, but a porsche tech i was talking to the other day said he's heard things in a training meeting from a tech that came over from germany that the car might have around 640hp.... fastest production p ever built. He's also heard talk of them introducing pdk, but who knows, just something i heard. Can't wait to see final pics regardless!

    Apr 6, 2007 10:48:33 PM

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    Could totally be a random rumor, but a porsche tech i was talking to the other day said he's heard things in a training meeting from a tech that came over from germany that the car might have around 640hp.... fastest production p ever built. He's also heard talk of them introducing pdk, but who knows, just something i heard. Can't wait to see final pics regardless!



    Two words: "pipe dream".

    Apr 6, 2007 10:59:26 PM

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    Could totally be a random rumor, but a porsche tech i was talking to the other day said he's heard things in a training meeting from a tech that came over from germany that the car might have around 640hp.... fastest production p ever built. He's also heard talk of them introducing pdk, but who knows, just something i heard. Can't wait to see final pics regardless!



    Lol... Yes Porsche discovered that by saying lies (Tip 997tt 0-100 in 3.7 ) sell more...

    Apr 7, 2007 3:06:58 AM

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    640hp means a slight bump in price too, 640hp for $200k is a Noway from Porsche factory $500k+ might sound right

    And I'll be downgrading to GT3 if that ever happens

    Apr 8, 2007 6:41:16 PM

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    Apr 8, 2007 8:22:37 PM

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    With the 997TT rear bumper this car will look hot.

    Any news on the performance specs, Kreso?

    Apr 8, 2007 11:00:13 PM

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    I'm really warming up to the rear. This car is going to be awsome and the rims look great on it.

    Apr 9, 2007 12:37:38 AM

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    With the 997TT rear bumper this car will look hot.

    Any news on the performance specs, Kreso?



    Nice find kreso .

    I really like the rear and front bumper much better than the turbo (no offense to 997TT owners, personal taste).

    I think Porsche needs to take more radical design initiatives as such, at least that's what sales in the U.S..

    Apr 9, 2007 7:39:45 AM

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    I think we will get used to the back bumper. It already looks better then in the first pics. Maybe the silver color helps to tone it down.

    Apr 9, 2007 9:23:30 AM

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    If only the GT2 had PSM

    Apr 9, 2007 9:54:25 AM

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    If only the GT2 had PSM



    What will be your reaction if it DOES get PSM?

    Apr 9, 2007 10:40:46 AM

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    Like we say in Holland: geef mijn portie maar aan fikkie... you can feed my share to the dogs... design-wise. That's one ugly soab.
    -Joost-

    Apr 9, 2007 12:16:01 PM

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    If only the GT2 had PSM



    What will be your reaction if it DOES get PSM?



    With PSM I might like it
     
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