Mar 1, 2020 8:53:09 AM
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Mar 1, 2020 8:53:09 AM
Mar 1, 2020 10:03:21 AM
The most suitable colour for the shape of the 992 is the Achatgrau/Agate Grey for my taste.
Having said that, I saw a GT Silver one which was also nice.
Also, the larger twin exhaust pipes of the sport exhaust in silver (not black) help the somewhat controversial rear design IMO.
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Mar 1, 2020 2:03:41 PM
The problem with the "life is too short" comments is that you're not the only one on the road. I'm an old lady type driver in town in a grey 911 and still get challenged at lights, cut off for no reason, brake checked, etc. The problem would be even worse in a bright color. Sorry Wonderbar, but I think you know the answer.
Mar 1, 2020 2:09:59 PM
waiting for PDK:The problem with the "life is too short" comments is that you're not the only one on the road. I'm an old lady type driver in town in a grey 911 and still get challenged at lights, cut off for no reason, brake checked, etc. The problem would be even worse in a bright color. Sorry Wonderbar, but I think you know the answer.
That’s just typical Chicago drivers and that behavior is exhibited regardless of the type of car one drives. It is doubtful that even half the drivers in the Chicago metropolitan area hold a valid driver’s license and insurance.
Mar 1, 2020 2:53:54 PM
waiting for PDK:The problem with the "life is too short" comments is that you're not the only one on the road. I'm an old lady type driver in town in a grey 911 and still get challenged at lights, cut off for no reason, brake checked, etc. The problem would be even worse in a bright color. Sorry Wonderbar, but I think you know the answer.
It happens in California as well. Where I get the most challenges is from EV vehicles. I never accept the challenge.
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Mar 1, 2020 2:54:45 PM
CGX car nut:waiting for PDK:The problem with the "life is too short" comments is that you're not the only one on the road. I'm an old lady type driver in town in a grey 911 and still get challenged at lights, cut off for no reason, brake checked, etc. The problem would be even worse in a bright color. Sorry Wonderbar, but I think you know the answer.
That’s just typical Chicago drivers and that behavior is exhibited regardless of the type of car one drives. It is doubtful that even half the drivers in the Chicago metropolitan area hold a valid driver’s license and insurance.
I highly doubt, that a flashy colour makes things worse! Either idiots know the car and will challenge/cut off/slow down you etc. no matter what colour your car has or normal humans respect you in your sportscar or even enjoy seing your car on the road, assuming non-prepubertal behaviour. That‘s my experience at least.
We're at the point where you can be the fastest or just sound like you're the fastest.
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Thanks for all your comments guys. I’ve decided not to get the car, not just because of the color but because I don’t want to be rushed by a salesman. I have about eight months left on my Panamera Turbo lease and just think it’s prudent to wait and see how I feel in November. I do like the color, maybe just for the hell of it, but will probably go for a different shade. Perhaps Aventurine Green.
Again, thanks for all the feedback – that’s what makes Rennteam great.
Mar 1, 2020 6:52:57 PM
Rossi:CGX car nut:waiting for PDK:The problem with the "life is too short" comments is that you're not the only one on the road. I'm an old lady type driver in town in a grey 911 and still get challenged at lights, cut off for no reason, brake checked, etc. The problem would be even worse in a bright color. Sorry Wonderbar, but I think you know the answer.
That’s just typical Chicago drivers and that behavior is exhibited regardless of the type of car one drives. It is doubtful that even half the drivers in the Chicago metropolitan area hold a valid driver’s license and insurance.
I highly doubt, that a flashy colour makes things worse! Either idiots know the car and will challenge/cut off/slow down you etc. no matter what colour your car has or normal humans respect you in your sportscar or even enjoy seing your car on the road, assuming non-prepubertal behaviour. That‘s my experience at least.
Concur. If one needs to heavily consider what other think than, perhaps, something more pedestrian is required.
Rossi:CGX car nut:waiting for PDK:The problem with the "life is too short" comments is that you're not the only one on the road. I'm an old lady type driver in town in a grey 911 and still get challenged at lights, cut off for no reason, brake checked, etc. The problem would be even worse in a bright color. Sorry Wonderbar, but I think you know the answer.
That’s just typical Chicago drivers and that behavior is exhibited regardless of the type of car one drives. It is doubtful that even half the drivers in the Chicago metropolitan area hold a valid driver’s license and insurance.
I highly doubt, that a flashy colour makes things worse! Either idiots know the car and will challenge/cut off/slow down you etc. no matter what colour your car has or normal humans respect you in your sportscar or even enjoy seing your car on the road, assuming non-prepubertal behaviour. That‘s my experience at least.
I agree and I also have to add that my experience in the Lambo is 1000% "better" than in any Porsche I drove before, which is weird but at the same time also very satisfying.
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Dec 20, 2020 8:20:33 PM
The 992 Carrera tested at Harry’s Garage. Interesting observations. https://youtu.be/DX-XmOqCRuM
Dec 20, 2020 11:06:10 PM
Interesting that he comments on the noise in the interior cabin. I’ve driven my C4 S almost 5000 miles, and can honestly say the sound hasn’t bothered me a bit. My only irritation with the car so far is that the door handle sensors are totally unpredictable. When you have something rather bulky in one hand, and you put the other hand under the door handle, it’s pretty frustrating when it doesn’t open like it supposed to.
Jun 23, 2021 2:38:22 PM
Gnil:Some people will be faster in this with it's 570Nm of torque then in the Touring
This was already the case for the 991 generation. Legend has it not even the GT3 RS could keep up with the GTS around the Ring
2016 Porsche 981 GT4 | Racing Yellow
2018 Audi S6 Avant | Ibis White
Gnil:Some people will be faster in this with it's 570Nm of torque then in the Touring
Particularly, if that person lives at high altitude where it’ll make much more power and torque than Touring. But Touring still choice for more excitement and better economic performance (if you can acquire at the proper price)
22 GT3 Manual pending, 73 Carrera RS 2.7 Carbon Fiber replica (1,890 lbs), 06 EVO9 with track mods. Former: 18 GT3 Manual, 16 Cayman GT4, 73 911S, Two 951S's, 996 C2, 993 C2, 98 Ferrari 550, 79 635CSi
Jun 23, 2021 4:01:17 PM
Gnil:Some people will be faster in this with it's 570Nm of torque then in the Touring
True but while it will be very fast, and an outstanding daily driver, that turbo engine on the 992 chassis will be much more boring and sensorially uneventful to drive in comparison to the Touring imo.
Jun 23, 2021 4:48:11 PM
Carlos from Spain:Gnil:Some people will be faster in this with it's 570Nm of torque then in the Touring
True but while it will be very fast, and an outstanding daily driver, that turbo engine on the 992 chassis will be much more boring and sensorially uneventful to drive in comparison to the Touring imo.
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2016 Porsche 981 GT4 | Racing Yellow
2018 Audi S6 Avant | Ibis White
nberry:What happened to the gapping front end? This looks like a 991.
Only 992 GT cars and 992 race cars have that.
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22 GT3 Manual pending, 73 Carrera RS 2.7 Carbon Fiber replica (1,890 lbs), 06 EVO9 with track mods. Former: 18 GT3 Manual, 16 Cayman GT4, 73 911S, Two 951S's, 996 C2, 993 C2, 98 Ferrari 550, 79 635CSi
nberry:What happened to the gapping front end? This looks like a 991.
The GTS has the Sport Design package as standard which basically replicates the looks of the 991.2. The Sport Design package has been available on the 992 almost since the start of production.
ISUK:nberry:What happened to the gapping front end? This looks like a 991.
The GTS has the Sport Design package as standard which basically replicates the looks of the 991.2. The Sport Design package has been available on the 992 almost since the start of production.
...and looks already a bit better then the gaping mouth
964 Carrera 4 -- 997.2 C2S , -20mm -- 991.2 GT3 RS
If you consider that the Sport Design Paket and the sport exhaust come as standard on the GTS, the real price difference between S and GTS is EUR 10.000. This is not bad given the extra performance.
GTS comes with Sport PASM as standard but on the configurator there is an optional PASM with 3 settings instead of 2, for the first time on a 911.
Does anyone know the weight saving from having the Carbon Roof?
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