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NotoriousREV wrote: Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:41 pm How would you compare it to your Carrera, Kin?

Specifically, how does the engine compare?

And the details are most definitely welcome, great to read about

Love it YK

I look forward to hopelessly trying to keep up with it, in the near future!

speedingfine wrote: Sun Aug 05, 2018 9:12 pm

NotoriousREV wrote: Sun Aug 05, 2018 8:41 pm How would you compare it to your Carrera, Kin?

Specifically, how does the engine compare?

And the details are most definitely welcome, great to read about

Well I’ve only driven 170 ish miles; it feels like a C2 turned up to 11

It’s just a bit sharper in everything it does. Turn in is sharp.... I feel the need to respect it; I’ll need to do an airfield day to see what happens if it steps over the mark. It feels like it’s a mid-engine car but of course everything is adjustable so once I have done a few more miles, if it really does feel too ‘sensitive’ (I don’t want to use the word ‘snappy’ as it’s not), then I’ll speak to somebody who knows about setting up these cars. It tracks quite well on B roads though, I can drive it with loose grip on the steering wheel.

The buckets enhance that road racer feeling also.

Engine as I mentioned is just more muscular and with extra vtec like zing at the top, but the ‘change over’ perhaps not as violent as my Integra DC2. The C2 engine is linear and silky smooth.

C2 is a great car in its own right, but overall the Integra DC2 feels more special. C2 is huge fun near/over its limits though.... on track especially; it is relatively easy to catch when oversteer. (in the dry)

Anyway, Harris’ view RE mk1 vs mk2:
https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/top ... &t=1177232

When I drove my mate's GT3 (997.1) it was the dartiness that really impressed me. I know next to nothing about driving 911s, and the speed wasn't really that mindblowing as on paper it's not thaaaaaaaaat much quicker than the Audi (let alone the bikes) but the handling - absolutely wonderful.

Love it mate, it's a superb spec as well with those seats. Guards red looks so right on a 996 GT3.

To save up for a car like that the way you did is hugely impressive too, which makes it all the sweeter. Best thing is that I know you'll use it as it was intended rather than wrapping it up in cotton wool, can't wait for that p-ride.

That's a rather splendid toy to have!

duncs500 wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 6:45 am Best thing is that I know you'll use it as it was intended rather than wrapping it up in cotton wool, can't wait for that p-ride.

The bonnet and bumper were resprayed recently; I’ve already booked it in for PPF so I wouldn’t feel too so bad about stone chips and stuff. Normally I wouldn’t bother but this is my forever car.

Lovely!

I can't see myself in a GT car purely down to the lack of rear seats, unless my financial circumstances change significantly!

Great car!!

Coaster1 wrote: Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:36 pm

Rich B wrote: Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:04 pm Must be weird paying so much more for basically the same car, but I completely get it. GEEEEEETEEEEEEEEETHREEEEEEEEE!

Sorry for rambling on.

I DEMAND you keep rambling on. More pics, videos and idle thoughts, please.

Looks like a great buy.

Foz wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 8:45 am Lovely!

I can't see myself in a GT car purely down to the lack of rear seats, unless my financial circumstances change significantly!

Great car!!

How many seats has your Exige got...?

Yes. Thats how you do it!

Looks forward to seeing it at some point in the highlands.

scotta wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 9:13 am

Foz wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 8:45 am Lovely!

I can't see myself in a GT car purely down to the lack of rear seats, unless my financial circumstances change significantly!

Great car!!

How many seats has your Exige got...?

More rambling....

My DC2: 1.8L, 187bhp, 131lb/ft
My GT3: 3.6L, 375bhp, 284lb/ft

Basically double of everything

Another thing, the only other options I wish it has are leather dash / door cards, and white gauges. My C2 had both and just made the interior more special.

Foz wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 8:45 amI can't see myself in a GT car purely down to the lack of rear seats

997.1 GT3 Comfort can have rear seats fitted AFAIK

No steering wheel buttons means it's shit, right?

That looks fucking brilliant dude. Nicely done

What's that wedged between the seats ? A spare bumper ?

How cool! Best car I've driven on a track.

Coaster1 wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 10:11 am
997.1 GT3 Comfort can have rear seats fitted AFAIK

This is correct, and several folks did so.

Not allowed on 997.2

Brilliant purchase.

Absolutely love it and looks to be a really sensible spec too. Will have to try to hook up on track again dude, would love to see this.

ste wrote: Mon Aug 06, 2018 4:09 pm Brilliant purchase.

Absolutely love it and looks to be a really sensible spec too. Will have to try to hook up on track again dude, would love to see this.

Yes...but you've sold your track weapon before actual tracking it....and bought a limited edition Corsa.

Track weapon wasn't a track weapon though, it was a polisher's wet dream.