Selling My 997 GT3 . . . What Do I Get Now ?
#76
09-15-2008, 03:45 PM
If someone thinks you are crazy for loving an E46 M3, they haven't driven one. The GT3 is at the top of my list, but the M3 is the only car I'll drive until the 7GT3 becomes feasible for me.
The balance of the car allows you to experiment with car control, and that is the REALLY rewarding part. The problem with super-human cars like the ACR, is that their limits and mechanical grip are so high, that when you exceed them, you better be a great driver to be able to manage it properly.
I'll look around through my channels to see if anyone is selling a track-prepped E46 for anyone interested.
The balance of the car allows you to experiment with car control, and that is the REALLY rewarding part. The problem with super-human cars like the ACR, is that their limits and mechanical grip are so high, that when you exceed them, you better be a great driver to be able to manage it properly.
I'll look around through my channels to see if anyone is selling a track-prepped E46 for anyone interested.
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Originally Posted by Dhinkle
Have you ever driven a Porsche with say, 250-350hp?
There are no substitutes, especially porky M3's.
Yes sir I have, not to the extreme as you have though (lightened up/race ready) but stock 993 C2S, 964....
The M3 does need some work, but overall the way you can control it under the limits is unbelievable, hardly any car from my experience was so composed on the edge like that car, the balance was spectacular. I had so much fun in mine through the stages of stock to heavily modified, even stock I was able to wring it out and pull good times. Very predictable
#77
09-15-2008, 07:02 PM
finalizing. He wants list and I want the employee discount, we'll get there with Fall in full swing here in Chicago
Haha PJS, I'm crazy....
I am already talking to Moton on a custom setup for the ACR, they make it for the Viper but have not spec'd a package for the new bad boy.
Brembo makes a IMSA/ACR 16-inch kit that has me salivating
Need a cage
extra set of wheels
Recaro SPG XL Hans seat
headers and exhaust, not sure who makes one for it
or I could just drive it but that would never happen
#78
09-15-2008, 07:07 PM
I meant to ADD... Viper ACR is a beast, y friend Steve Katz who is a professional racer took me out in his previous gen ACR with just a nice alignment and RA1's, the thing was FAST in the proper hands, I couldn't believe it!!
After me driving several vipers though older and new, I just couldn't live with one.. I wanted the new ACR badly, I know I would love it especially on the track, but the thing I don't like is that big *** displacement and the low revving. I love ringing a car out , my gripe with the acrs motor is it sounds the same from 2k rpm to 6500, it revs so damn low as well..
Obviously some will say ridiculous reason not to get one, but I think it takes away a lot of the fun factor..
After me driving several vipers though older and new, I just couldn't live with one.. I wanted the new ACR badly, I know I would love it especially on the track, but the thing I don't like is that big *** displacement and the low revving. I love ringing a car out , my gripe with the acrs motor is it sounds the same from 2k rpm to 6500, it revs so damn low as well..
Obviously some will say ridiculous reason not to get one, but I think it takes away a lot of the fun factor..
#79
09-15-2008, 08:46 PM
Have you considered a Noble?
You probably wouldn't see another one at the track...
http://www.leftlanenews.com/noble-m15.html
You probably wouldn't see another one at the track...
http://www.leftlanenews.com/noble-m15.html
#80
09-15-2008, 09:52 PM
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Sorry, fella's........ I left out some important details.
Firstly, it's gotta be a track weapon. Don't get me wrong... the GT3 is pretty good on the track.
Problem is that it's so nice, and clean, and pristine. I hate to take it to the track. I'm looking for something more suited to a track only car.
I've thought of the 996 GT2. I've thought about the Diasio 962R. Amazing machine. I went in a ride in one last weekend.
The GT3 is a great car, but not for what I want it for. It's toooo pretty. Excuse if I'm using girly language, but it is a very nice car.
Firstly, it's gotta be a track weapon. Don't get me wrong... the GT3 is pretty good on the track.
Problem is that it's so nice, and clean, and pristine. I hate to take it to the track. I'm looking for something more suited to a track only car.
I've thought of the 996 GT2. I've thought about the Diasio 962R. Amazing machine. I went in a ride in one last weekend.
The GT3 is a great car, but not for what I want it for. It's toooo pretty. Excuse if I'm using girly language, but it is a very nice car.
THERE's a first for everyone... the gt3 is "too pretty". Wow. you must be a hell of a driver...... my gt3 is a mean machine that is teaching me that he's "For real". Until I can out-man him, i can't imagine calling him "girly". The only thing girly about my gt3 is ME - the driver. He looks just FINE all roughed up like he is..... I think whatever car you get - you won't want to scruff up on the track. If you REALLY want to just focus on the track, you're better off saving a lot of money and buying yourself a stripped out cup car.
enjoy and good luck.
#81
09-16-2008, 09:47 AM
My local dodge dealer has one at the factory, Red/Black, that we're working on
finalizing. He wants list and I want the employee discount, we'll get there with Fall in full swing here in Chicago
Haha PJS, I'm crazy....
I am already talking to Moton on a custom setup for the ACR, they make it for the Viper but have not spec'd a package for the new bad boy.
Brembo makes a IMSA/ACR 16-inch kit that has me salivating
Need a cage
extra set of wheels
Recaro SPG XL Hans seat
headers and exhaust, not sure who makes one for it
or I could just drive it but that would never happen
finalizing. He wants list and I want the employee discount, we'll get there with Fall in full swing here in Chicago
Haha PJS, I'm crazy....
I am already talking to Moton on a custom setup for the ACR, they make it for the Viper but have not spec'd a package for the new bad boy.
Brembo makes a IMSA/ACR 16-inch kit that has me salivating
Need a cage
extra set of wheels
Recaro SPG XL Hans seat
headers and exhaust, not sure who makes one for it
or I could just drive it but that would never happen
I really hope you end up with the ACR.
They are selling at list then... hmmmm
I would love to hear about it...
Good luck putting a deal together and just keep thinking of the 7:22 on the ring bouncing off the rev limiter...
And buy big oil stock!
#82
09-16-2008, 10:00 AM
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THERE's a first for everyone... the gt3 is "too pretty". Wow. you must be a hell of a driver...... my gt3 is a mean machine that is teaching me that he's "For real". Until I can out-man him, i can't imagine calling him "girly". The only thing girly about my gt3 is ME - the driver. He looks just FINE all roughed up like he is..... I think whatever car you get - you won't want to scruff up on the track. If you REALLY want to just focus on the track, you're better off saving a lot of money and buying yourself a stripped out cup car.
enjoy and good luck.
enjoy and good luck.
RasrGirl, you sound like the perfect woman...bet some guy is very happy (lucky).
#84
09-17-2008, 10:50 PM
Wow didn't know it had the dry sump... That with Motons, reworking of brakes, race seats and some good tires, oh man the thing would be INSANE!
#85
09-18-2008, 10:58 AM
Didn't realized these cars have sink that low. But replacing a 7GT3 with the Z06 doesn't make sense. The OP needs to just buy a 6GT3 Cup car.
#88
09-19-2008, 08:22 AM
i think the guy said he wants to cut his track car investment in half relative to the 7GT3...so less than 60K? that rules out ACRs, cupcars etc.
#89
09-20-2008, 11:51 AM
The C6 ZO6 has always had a dry sump oil system, I believe the 06-08 model years had a 7.5 quart capacity while the new ones have a 10.5 quart.
#90
09-23-2008, 08:28 PM
I'll be putting my 2007 997 GT3 up for sale in about a week, or so. The question becomes.... with WHAT do you replace that kind car with ???
Not an easy question to answer.
There are many options, but I'm not sure how many would be right for me. Just curious if anyone can throw out some suggestions. (Price range should not exceed the cost of a new GT3.)
Thanks.
Not an easy question to answer.
There are many options, but I'm not sure how many would be right for me. Just curious if anyone can throw out some suggestions. (Price range should not exceed the cost of a new GT3.)
Thanks.
5ft 8-plenty of curves-blonde pref........guaranteed to enjoy the ride!!
but why why why /keep that beast & buy a junker for the track.........