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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 06:06 PM
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Default *drumroll*...the 2014 911 GT3




http://jalopnik.com/2014-porsche-911...ated-450987702

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3.8L with a 9k redline for the AP1 enthusiasts
475 hp
PDK only...for now
Real-axle steering...ugh hmmm
0-60 in 3.5 sec
150k

Bidding for my kidney starts at 150k...
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 06:09 PM
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That thing has got to be a hoot to drive.
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 06:21 PM
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I think I found my GTR replacement (if I could afford a GTR!)

http://www.porsche.com/microsite/911...81X_OWN_USA-HP
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by RedCelica


I think I found my GTR replacement (if I could afford a GTR!)

http://www.porsche.com/microsite/911...81X_OWN_USA-HP
You mean if you could afford two GTRs.
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 06:34 PM
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fuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!! please let it come in a 6/7spd!!!! Not that I could afford it or anything..but its still nice to dream....
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 07:08 PM
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Damn! Want... Let's see, if I sell the Cayman, AND the house...

But you left out the key info - STARTS at $150k. The options don't come cheap.

When I browse the Porsche forums, I'm always amazed at how many owners are opting for the PDK over a manual. I don't care if it's faster, it removes you from a key portion of the driving experience.
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by jeffbrig
Damn! Want... Let's see, if I sell the Cayman, AND the house...

But you left out the key info - STARTS at $150k. The options don't come cheap.

When I browse the Porsche forums, I'm always amazed at how many owners are opting for the PDK over a manual. I don't care if it's faster, it removes you from a key portion of the driving experience.
Starts at 131k actually

http://drive.porsche.com/us/articles...ration-911-gt3

GTRs start at $100k...so no...not even close to two GTRs

Really hope we see an RS version next year!
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 07:40 PM
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This makes everything okay.

"Paddle-neutral: the de-clutching function of the 911 GT3 PDK
The dynamics of a sports car driven to optimum lap times are also determined by the clutch. That's why the PDK comes with a “paddle-neutral" feature. If the driver pulls both shift paddles simultaneously, the clutches of the PDK are opened, and the flow of power between the engine and drive is cut off. Once both shift paddles are released, the clutch engages at lightning speed if the PSM is switched off. With PSM switched on, the clutch is closed quickly, but in a less abrupt manner. The driver can use the paddle-neutral feature for acce- lerating from a standstill. As is the case with manual transmission vehicles, the driver alone decides on how to accelerate using clutch and accelerator, without any assistance from drive and dynamic handling control systems if the driver selects them off."

http://press.porsche.com/vehicles/2014/2014_GT3_USA.pdf

Also, those wheels are BEAUTIFUL.
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by andrewhake
This makes everything okay.

"Paddle-neutral: the de-clutching function of the 911 GT3 PDK
The dynamics of a sports car driven to optimum lap times are also determined by the clutch. That's why the PDK comes with a “paddle-neutral" feature. If the driver pulls both shift paddles simultaneously, the clutches of the PDK are opened, and the flow of power between the engine and drive is cut off. Once both shift paddles are released, the clutch engages at lightning speed if the PSM is switched off. With PSM switched on, the clutch is closed quickly, but in a less abrupt manner. The driver can use the paddle-neutral feature for acce- lerating from a standstill. As is the case with manual transmission vehicles, the driver alone decides on how to accelerate using clutch and accelerator, without any assistance from drive and dynamic handling control systems if the driver selects them off."

http://press.porsche.com/vehicles/2014/2014_GT3_USA.pdf

Also, those wheels are BEAUTIFUL.
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Old Mar 4, 2013 | 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by jeffbrig
Damn! Want... Let's see, if I sell the Cayman, AND the house...

But you left out the key info - STARTS at $150k. The options don't come cheap.

When I browse the Porsche forums, I'm always amazed at how many owners are opting for the PDK over a manual. I don't care if it's faster, it removes you from a key portion of the driving experience.
Too much two-pedal hate.
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