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      08-24-2012, 01:58 AM   #9
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Just like when I got into my M3, I understand why journalists called it a "Benchmark". It's just such a balanced car with such a high limit with a lot of fun to begin with. Really does put a grin to my face no matter am I going to work or just out for a cruise.

I've only had experience with the 996 GT3, 996 Turbo, 997 Turbo S

The dynamics of a RR Coupe is very different than that of an FR. Yes the design theme of Porsche may feel "old", but they always improve on power and efficiency of their motors and technology(torque vectoring, adaptive dampening, adaptive engine mounts,etc). The PDK is really lovely of a transmission, so responsive and reads my mind a lot better than anything else on the market. You feel very confident in this car. The aerodynamics let you drive at speed knowing everything will work fine. You don't get the woes of driving a supercar (458, Gallardo, MP4-12C), F1 shifting is still annoying (Driven all 3), Cooling is always an issue (self-combustion).

I would totally get a 997 GT3 3.8 as a 2nd car (RS 4.0 is a bit too hardcore)
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