I drove a 997 GT3 - Impressions from a 930 owner... - Page 2

petrolblue83911 · 03-01-2007, 02:06 PM

Nice write up, I think many of us are very jealous!!!

-FYI keep in mind that today's modern cars, including Porsche's have extremely advanced data storage systems to provide dealers with all kinds of engine/system history. To this end I would not be surprised that if someone were to not follow the factory's break-in schedule and had a probem, the dealer could hook the car up to a computer and pull out details on driving history. Who knows if a dealer would then use this against an owner with a blown engine?

Now to be honest I think a 2000 mile brake in period is insane, and I'm sure that after 3-500 miles the engine is likely ready for full action, but I would be very carefull because all of our new cars have all kinds of systems that can be used by "big brother" to detail what we've been doing.

Grady Clay · 03-01-2007, 02:14 PM

Good post.

You may have finally inspired me to take up Don Adis' (GM Prestege Porsche) offer for me to buy a GT3RS. All it takes is some influence. and I may yeald.

If I do this, it will be through my friends at the Factory and Prestiege.

How about a pair; GT3RS street car and a GT3RSR that I can play with.

Best,
Grady

klaucke · 03-01-2007, 02:38 PM

There was some question as to if the GT3 (street, RS, or RSR) still had an aircooled based motor w/ true dry sump and 8 main bearings, is this still the case as it was w/ the 996 variants?

Bothari · 03-01-2007, 03:07 PM

Both the turbo and the gt3 (and variants) have a dry-sump engine crankcase, evolved from the 993. This is true for 996 and 997 models and it is also why engine parts are not interchangeable between 996/997 carrera's and gt3/turbo models.

Boxters have the same engine type as 996/997 carrera's as well..

89911 · 03-01-2007, 04:21 PM

Nice write up....but....there is no way you can review this car by running the revs at 50% of capability. Review again in a few months!

Emission · Emission's Garage

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Originally posted by 89911
Nice write up....but....there is no way you can review this car by running the revs at 50% of capability. Review again in a few months!

I agree 100%.

Driving a GT3 and being told to keep the engine under 4,000 RPM was like being told you could have a supermodel for a night, but you couldn't... ah, you get the picture.

Grady Clay · 03-01-2007, 05:07 PM

The GT2 Turbo/GT3 have the oil tank located where the oil cooler is normally mounted to the crankcase. This is a far better application than any previous 911. I intend to use this on my son’s 914-6.

Best,
Grady

Erik Mckenna · 03-01-2007, 05:30 PM

Grady,
GET one I know you'll not regret it!! get a 997 GT3RS!!

slow&rusty · 03-01-2007, 05:59 PM

Emission - Is your 930 lowered? Also are you running headers and increased boost on your car?

I was curious about your comment on being squeek\creek free compared to the 930. My 930 feels extremely tight and has absolutely zero arthritis.

Good write-up.

Yasin

Flyer88 · 03-01-2007, 06:24 PM

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Originally posted by wachuko
Nice write-up. Thank you!

I want one badly...

Hmm Eric, is it here yet??????????/

450knotOffice · 450knotOffice's Garage

This is a poor picture of a picture, but it came out of April's Excellence magazine and shows the GT3 with one wheel off the ground while simply climbing up a driveway. Stiff? Oh yea!!

Erik Mckenna · 03-02-2007, 03:00 PM

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Originally posted by Flyer88
Hmm Eric, is it here yet??????????/

Not yet Billy...................... not yet................. can't wait though!!!

Emission · Emission's Garage

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Originally posted by slow&rusty
Emission - Is your 930 lowered? Also are you running headers and increased boost on your car?

I was curious about your comment on being squeek\creek free compared to the 930. My 930 feels extremely tight and has absolutely zero arthritis.

Good write-up.

Yasin

My 930 is lowered just a bit (slightly lower than Euro ride height) - done by TRE.

Compared to any late-model vehicle, mine isn't very rigid. The strut brace did help.

It does squeek and creek, especially when I start pounding on it (but, most of the time the windows are down, or I have a helmet on, so I can't hear it).

The GT3 was very solid - that pic a few posts above makes perfect sense!

lateapex911 · 03-02-2007, 03:26 PM

To me, THIS is finally a car that can carry the spirit of the wonderful old longhood Carrera.

Sigh.....If I sell the house so I can swing one, I'll have no garage to store it. Decisions decisions!

Emission · Emission's Garage

I really liked the GT3 RS in ORANGE... then I saw the GREEN and fell for it... now, I see the GRAY and I want it... It is just stunning in any color!

Erik Mckenna · 03-02-2007, 04:06 PM

It is my favorite 911.. I thought i'd never say that.. about a newer 911.. but it is my favorite the perfect blend of new/old!!

Pete000 · 03-02-2007, 04:13 PM

Love that car in white ! One of the best 911's yet

GrantG · GrantG's Garage

I think it's the best motor Porsche has put in a street-legal car since the 73RSR 2.8L Touring. I just wish the chassis size and weight were closer to the 73RS/RSR. The weight is about the same as a 1980's BMW 5-series sedan

dd74 · 03-02-2007, 04:20 PM

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Originally posted by Erik Mckenna
Not yet Billy...................... not yet................. can't wait though!!!

Did you really get one of these, or were you pulling our stumps?

herman maire · 07:42 PM

Great write up, I totaly agree with you in that a WHITE 911 does not stop traffic like other exotics but if you ask me that comes down to color...... white is just so low key, a white ferrari would not even get my attention .

Just for fun you guys should check out this clip.... its pretty much the DREAM shipment, oh, and I love the new shade of RUF green. Not low key at all but it looks awsome.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4-VnL95H9Y