Would you buy a 2007 turbo or 911 GT2?

max08e90 · 11-18-2009, 08:06 PM

There are so many different sides!!!

TheAcAvenger · 11-18-2009, 08:29 PM

997 >> 996, but I still vote GT2.

I could never go with an all-wheel drive porsche. It just feels so wrong

Couldnt you find a 997 GT3 for around the same price? Or just supercharge a 997S for 10 grand.

Nawaaz · 11-18-2009, 08:39 PM

I'd go for the newer, more updated Porsche.....Even if it's softer in its drive.

So the Turbo it is.

Me personally: I'd save up for the 2010 GT3/GT3 RS

Salespunk · 11-19-2009, 01:45 AM

GT2 all day long and twice on Sunday. The 996 will have a place in history since it is the last Porsche without electronic nannies.

Boost Gomez · 11-19-2009, 04:31 AM

I'd get the Turbo and retrofit the GT2 turbos into it.

///MWA · 11-19-2009, 07:18 AM

Turbo

bogdan · 11-19-2009, 08:27 AM

They are completely different cars.

What will it be used for?

Is there any driving talent?

Has the driver had track time?

If it's going to be steet driven, go with the turbo, it's much more manageable and less likely to wind up in a tree.

If the car is going to see some track time, and there is previous experience and self-control... go for the GT2.

gonzo · 11-19-2009, 08:43 AM

^ Pretty much this. You can also convert the Turbo to RWD FYI.

The interior comments are hilarious. The GT2 sux because the interior is meh?

bogdan · 11-19-2009, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by gonzo

The interior comments are hilarious. The GT2 sux because the interior is meh?

lol.

Buying a GT2 and bitching about the interior is like buying a Prius and complaining about the 55 second 0-60 time.

gonzo · 11-19-2009, 09:39 AM

Lotus' don't have a DVD?

Muffnbluff · 11-19-2009, 10:47 AM

I value my life...I'd take the turbo. I don't mind kicking the back end out of a 300hp car, but no way in hell I'm comfortable enough to go tossing a GT2 around.

Daya · 11-19-2009, 04:03 PM

Turbo!

i personally hope to purchase a CPO 997 Turbo in about 5 years

graider · 11-19-2009, 04:42 PM

turbo. the 996 is outdated

ragingclue · 11-20-2009, 08:59 AM

ok so.... The GT2's interior isn't as nice, and it looks older.

lol.

Furthest things from my mind in this comparison.

gonzo · 11-20-2009, 09:35 AM

And needless to say the "old and outdated" 996 GT2 would put many drivers on this forum in a ditch or around a telephone pole.

"If it would have had some sick 20's with limo tint and a BOV I could have done better" lOL OmG HaHa Lol

MTV · 11-20-2009, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by graider

turbo. the 996 is outdated

Sorry but there is no way a 996 GT2 is "outdated".

And 997 > 996, but I'd still opt for the GT2...

Optherion · 11-22-2009, 05:24 PM

Turbo! are you kidding?? the GT2 is going on 7 years old.

Not to mention I dont know your driving background but the GT2 has left me in many situations I felt lucky to have survived haha. Turbo has a nice AWD setup. I really like the new design on the interior over the old models. I wouldn't get an 07 though. Weren't there a bunch of changes because 07 was the first year with the variable vein turbos? I could be wrong. Remember hearing that at the track from owners.

max08e90 · 11-22-2009, 05:31 PM

I am a good driver and have been to the track many times, but this car will primarily be used on the streets and possibly a substitute DD - so I am leaning more towards the turbo. Thanks for all the input!

josephjustin80 · 12-02-2009, 01:21 PM

Turbo----------- no further question asked. Enjoy.

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Salespunk Lieutenant Colonel 1856 Rep 1,742 Posts Drives: Slow Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SlowCal iTrader: (0)	GT2 all day long and twice on Sunday. The 996 will have a place in history since it is the last Porsche without electronic nannies.
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gonzo Lieutenant General 10337 Rep 14,454 Posts Drives: as many as possible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TeXXXas iTrader: (0)	^ Pretty much this. You can also convert the Turbo to RWD FYI. The interior comments are hilarious. The GT2 sux because the interior is meh? __________________ Crazy Diamond
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graider Colonel 35 Rep 2,406 Posts Drives: py/kiwi e46 m3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: toronto iTrader: (0)	turbo. the 996 is outdated
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ragingclue One cam is enough 136 Rep 6,801 Posts Drives: VF Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: mulletville iTrader: (1)	ok so.... The GT2's interior isn't as nice, and it looks older. lol. Furthest things from my mind in this comparison.
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gonzo Lieutenant General 10337 Rep 14,454 Posts Drives: as many as possible Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: TeXXXas iTrader: (0)	And needless to say the "old and outdated" 996 GT2 would put many drivers on this forum in a ditch or around a telephone pole. "If it would have had some sick 20's with limo tint and a BOV I could have done better" lOL OmG HaHa Lol __________________ Crazy Diamond
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Optherion Lieutenant 46 Rep 516 Posts Drives: Prancing Horse Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SoCal & Vegas iTrader: (0)	Turbo! are you kidding?? the GT2 is going on 7 years old. Not to mention I dont know your driving background but the GT2 has left me in many situations I felt lucky to have survived haha. Turbo has a nice AWD setup. I really like the new design on the interior over the old models. I wouldn't get an 07 though. Weren't there a bunch of changes because 07 was the first year with the variable vein turbos? I could be wrong. Remember hearing that at the track from owners. __________________ Current Stable: 6 Drivers + 5 Projects
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max08e90 Second Lieutenant 31 Rep 211 Posts Drives: E92 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: LA iTrader: (2)	I am a good driver and have been to the track many times, but this car will primarily be used on the streets and possibly a substitute DD - so I am leaning more towards the turbo. Thanks for all the input!
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12-02-2009, 01:21 PM	#41
josephjustin80 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Turbo----------- no further question asked. Enjoy. __________________ BMW Wheels BMW Headlights BMW Parts Wheels
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