Doc is correct 997S is much much safer. Especially going through the Hana Hwy GT2 will kill you for sure.

 

I agree with the TT. I had a 993 TT before the GT3 and I learned how to drive on tracks with that. Then I got the GT3 I spun out alot in corners that were sequences of turns-combinations- that I never had a problem on with the TT. You need to learn about traction, weight transfers etc etc etc. and the TT is better for a beginner. there are no driver aides on the GT2/3 excpet for ABS. Having said all that and haven driven a 997S thats not a bad choice for where you are. it has a nice ride, a nice clutch and its FAST!+all the comforts.

 

Mahalo shiggins.

 

Yeah Vincent - Funny thing is you probably would not go past 30 miles an hour because of all the tourist on the hana hwy.

 

Why does everyone assume Byronmaui is a beginner?

 

Thanks Shiggins- I never said I was a begginner but just wanted a difference to make a logical decision.

 

I will come right out and say it.....

For someone that does not know these cars very well, perhaps you should buy a Ford Mustang.

 

Byron
Wouldn't a convertible be much nicer for your neck of the wood.

 

 

Yeah, that's the ticket champ. You don't have the stats of every Porsche memorized, so you shouldn't buy one. Guess what, lots of people have better things to do than read over brochures and magazine articles. Things that give them the means to buy these machines. Why don't you just help the guy instead of acting like a tool?

 

Flatsixnut- Okole puka. Thats hawaiian for $$$hole. Did you not read my comment. Let me start over I was looking for the difference and different thoughts. I currently own and am in the process of selling a 996 guards red carrera. If you want pictures let me know. I have owned a 1983 911 sc (past)and have been around porsches all my life from my dad. I have not sat around and read about all the porsche models. Just looking for some tips.

 

For HI get the 997S

 

The GT2/3 is a serious machine and its hard to reccomend it without knowing if one is an experience driver or not. Having had many hours in the TT at the track I would have not considered myself a beginner, but after driving the GT3 I realized I was a beginner compared to the capabilites of that car. I have learned much more since then. However if I was to go to a GT2, having been humbled once, I would consider myself a beginner in that car. I am sure thats why the assumption was made. You cant take these 2 cars lightly, trouble comes in a hurry. They are a different league. I would not recommend either one without knowing the new owner was not going to the track with and instructor. They are race cars that are barely street legal. thats not only my opinion but the opinion of most of the instructors I have been instructed by.

 

Sorry people but I was just looking for opinions here and thoughts. Last I looked this was not a bashing forum but a forum about cars and people helping and sharing information.

 

OldGuy-Thanks for your input.