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    Poll: GT3 vs GT3 RS appearance

    Based ONLY on appearance (not cost or performance), which car would you prefer to live with every day?

    1. 997 GT3
    2. 997 GT3 RS

    I prefer understated styling; my vote is for the GT3 (in white with silver wheels).

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    For me, from purely an 'appearance' perspective, definitely the GT3. The relatively minor GT3RS changes are mainly cosmetic. Are they really worth an extra Pounds20000? Not to me!

    And, from an 'overall' perspective, again the GT3. Same power and performance for much less money. Plus the GT3 allows a PCM and other creature comforts so it's the best of both worlds within the hardcore, track tool segment.

    That might sound funny to some here, but if you're driving from the UK to somewhere in Germany for a track day, having a PCM with satellite navigation is really useful.

    Just a little example, I was near Winchester last Sunday meeting Porsche-Jeck. I only knew one way back to London using the M3, M25, M4 motorways. They were horribly clogged up with traffic and roadworks. Literally, the M25 was like a car park! But the satnav 'avoided motorways' and took me on a 'dynamic route' using data from the Traffic Messaging Channel so I didn't have ANY traffic. It took me along 'A' roads that I had never even heard of which were empty. I was literally laughing inside at how great a job it was doing! That 80 mile journey took me 1.5 hours instead of about 3-4 hours. Money well spent. If I bought a GT3, I would still want such useful technology. (Although I fully appreciate that some here would not e.g. to save on weight).

    Just my 2 cents

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    I'm pretty sure RS can be had with Nav also (at least in US)...

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    RS all the way.

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    RS for sure.

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    Having owned a 997 GT3 - decided now to opt for an RS. It looks stunning - even if basic sense says GT3

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    Grant said:
    I'm pretty sure RS can be had with Nav also (at least in US)...



    My RS has sat-nav and phone along with all the other goodies like PCCB, leather dash, sport chrono, orange centre console and Bi-zenon lights. The 997 GT3 & GT3 RS have a switch turning them from normal 997 Carrera traits into a raucous track orientated car. This suits me because I want to tour Europe and do track days. I want a car which gives me a good comfortable ride on public roads whilst holding it's own on track.

    Recent run back from Spa-Francorchamps to the tunnel at Calais was done in record time and in one hit. Normally in our previous 996 GT3 we would break the journey to stretch our legs. No longer necessary.

    Same with run up from Stuttgart to Spa, 265 miles flew by and we cruised at 130mph most of the way and hit 165 a couple of times. Effortless.

    The RS is not a Pounds20,000.00 cosmetic excercise.

    Driving a GT3 and GT3 RS for a short while will not give you the full picture. The RS just takes everything a step further. You pays yer money and makes yer choice. Both cars are amazing to drive and stunning to look at.

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    RS, just for the pure look and originality.

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    RS definitely.

    seen only one on the road and several GT3's and the look of the RS really stands out (in a positive way).

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    I stick to it! RS & myself! Look at this beautiful team

    GT3 RS without aircondition

    Thomas

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    I love the looks of the rs 100x more than the GT3... BUT, I am not a guy who likes to see people turning their heads... so for everyday life, I would prefer the GT3... but every now and then... I'd love the rs!
    -Joost-

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    997 gt3 rear wing is more stylish than rs

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    andrea said:
    997 gt3 rear wing is more stylish than rs



    Sure it is...

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    Standard GT3 all the way!
    Sorry just don't like the RS's flashy colours or silly side stickers, love the driving of both though!!!!!

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    RS, no aircon, with PCM. No need Sport Chrono as it already has a sport button that does everything anyway. That silly looking cock is like as useless as a pimple.

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    I saw a white 997 RS with no stickers and black wheels today at the Ring, along with a 997 GT3 in white with silver wheels.

    The GT3 definitely looks better IMO.

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    Jay said:
    That silly looking cock is like as useless as a pimple.


    I wondered what I'd missed when I read this thread, until I realized that you'd meant to write "That silly looking clock ....".

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    Does Porsche offer graphics for the GT3 similar to that on the GT3RS? The side stripes, lettering, etc.?

    I thought I saw a white GT3 with blue stripes and lettering -- in fact that car that was in the really bad accident on the autobahn. The one that went under a tractor trailer.

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    Sport button only effects the suspension, nothing else.
    PCM is available on GT3 RS

    Can't wait for the Autumn and delivery

    Bob

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    Quote:
    AUM said:
    I saw a white 997 RS with no stickers and black wheels today at the Ring, along with a 997 GT3 in white with silver wheels.

    The GT3 definitely looks better IMO.



    Yes, I also saw the white GT3 - beautiful car
    Though I couldn't spot the white RS.
    IMO the RS either needs a "loud" colour or (if painted in white) the decals shouldn't be black (maybe blue or red instead).

    Pics from yesterday (not taken by me - I have been busy with driving ) :

    White GT3 with silver rims

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    Orange RS
    As we have been discussing the issue with temp reg plates on the Ring a while ago, I have been astonished to watch this car on the Ring yesterday - maybe the marshalls just were too busy to spot it

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    Just for comparison purposes: white 997 TT (funny numberplate btw )

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    Number plate "SoS 930"? Who stole my Sig ????

    God I want to drive a GT3. Seeing these pics is making me nuts.

     
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