Give up a 991 GT3 for a Superformance GT40? - Page 3

MHNCO · #1 (**permalink**) 06-22-2016, 08:29 PM

Why not just have both a blonde and a brunette with your Porsche and GT40. Problem solved... maybe lol.

MHNCO · #2 (**permalink**) 06-22-2016, 08:34 PM

Is 3170 going to challenge 2161?

Cobra #3170 · #3 (**permalink**) 06-27-2016, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by MHNCO

Is 3170 going to challenge 2161?

I was hoping this thread would provide the initiator some useful information to base his decision on. I am sorry if my comments caused some negativity. We all feel very strongly about our cars so it is easy to understand the opinions expressed here on both sides of the issue.

Yes, I will challenge 2161 with my GT3. We can compare 1/4 mile, 0-60, and lap times at any of the following tracks: Big Willow, Streets of Willow, Button Willow, Laguna Seca, Sears point or Thunderhill. Let me know when you would like to meet, preferably when they are having a lapping day. I have GPS equipment that can measure acceleration in both cars.

Bernica · #4 (**permalink**) 06-22-2016, 08:39 PM

Lots of bravado their Sir. Especially for a newbie. Might want to check that at the door.
We have a name for that here...

twobjshelbys · #5 (**permalink**) 06-22-2016, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Bernica

Lots of bravado their Sir. Especially for a newbie. Might want to check that at the door.
We have a name for that here...

Sort of like every 16 year old on the planet that knows 10x more than his parents.

I'll take 3170's advice any day of the week any week of the year. You might want to do a little search here to establish his credentials.

He's obviously not looking for advice, just an endorsement. After this I suggest we let him do what he wants and have a progress report in a year.

MHNCO · #6 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by twobjshelbys

Sort of like every 16 year old on the planet that knows 10x more than his parents.

Look what the kids did this time. The current crop of modern performance vehicles will lose their relevancy like a 6 month old Lady Gaga song in the near future. All that will be left then will be the true classics and EVs that well destroy what is the current concept of performance. Old people smell funny...

Student-Built Electric Car Crushes 0-60 MPH Record With Unbelievable 1.5-Second Run

MHNCO · #7 (**permalink**) 06-22-2016, 08:47 PM

Those dang newbies

MHNCO · #8 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 06:44 AM

911s are rather rotund when parked beside a GT40. One considering a GT40 would be well served to see if they can actually get in and out of one.

http://image.motortrend.com/f/auto-n...white-gt40.jpg

peterpjb · #9 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MHNCO

911s are rather rotund when parked beside a GT40. One considering a GT40 would be well served to see if they can actually get in and out of one.

wow, that is really a small car, has anyone a picture with a gt40 and a chevy suburban

?

G-Pete · #10 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 09:16 AM

Keep the 911...

Experience not Opinion here...

MHNCO · #11 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 11:46 AM

The problem with Porsches is its hard to distinguish between a $195k GT3 and a ubiquitous clapped out daily driven $35k CS which can be found all over the place. They all look like VWs to me. Buy what you like.

Bernica · #12 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by MHNCO

The problem with Porsches is its hard to distinguish between a $195k GT3 and a ubiquitous clapped out daily driven $35k CS which can be found all over the place. They all look like VWs to me. Buy what you like.

Well, that says it all I guess....

RodKnock · #13 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Bernica

Well, that says it all I guess....

That's a troll-like comment for sure.

Bernica · #14 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 12:16 PM

Sounding like we have another NYG, or maybe he just re-branded himself.

NewYorkGuy · #15 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Bernica

Sounding like we have another NYG, or maybe he just re-branded himself.

hmmm? No, I am the Original. This new guy writes and behaves like Evan/Real1 of GT40s.

Personally, it's a good problem to have, choosing between gt40 kit-car or gt3. can't go wrong either way.
Your ego will be stroked at every car show. Old guys will wet their panties over nostalgia Gt40 BS. Young Guys will cream for gt3 urban myth

RodKnock · #16 (**permalink**) 06-23-2016, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MHNCO

The problem with Porsches is its hard to distinguish between a $195k GT3 and a ubiquitous clapped out daily driven $35k CS which can be found all over the place. They all look like VWs to me. Buy what you like.

First, it may be hard to distinguish between different 911's for you or the general public, but most of us car aficionados know the difference.

Second, we're talking about a replica of 1960's race car. In 20-30-40 years, it will still be a replica of a 1960's race car. Beautiful, no doubt, Some low production modern 911's may already be blue chip investments, if not now, likely in the future.

Third, your earlier post referred to 911's not being "blue chip investments." It had nothing to do with "looks." Now you're talking about comparing looks. Yes, the GT40 is gorgeous.

fastd · #17 (**permalink**) 06-25-2016, 09:19 AM

This is the silliest thread I have read on club cobra.

hercf16 · #18 (**permalink**) 06-25-2016, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by fastd

This is the silliest thread I have read on club cobra.

Thread or some of the posts in the thread? If thread then maybe you could enlighten
me on why asking for impressions from Superformance GT40 owners is "silly"
from a guy who is considering buying one?

Herc 🇺🇸

MHNCO · #19 (**permalink**) 06-26-2016, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by hercf16

Thread or some of the posts in the thread? If thread then maybe you could enlighten
me on why asking for impressions from Superformance GT40 owners is "silly"
from a guy who is considering buying one?

Herc 🇺🇸

I don't think anyone on this thread giving you advice even has a Superformance. I would not trade a GT3 for a kit car. Superformance are not kit cars. They are nearly tool room copies of the original. About the only thing closer is a Gelscoe if you have $500K to spend. Both of them will require a lot of tinkering as they are true race cars and not street cars. If you want to learn more about the pros and cons of ownership maybe sign up on the GT40s forum. There is a Superformance section where you can get good info from owners.

About ready to fire mine up with new powerplant.

RodKnock · #20 (**permalink**) 06-26-2016, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MHNCO

I don't think anyone on this thread giving you advice even has a Superformance. I would not trade a GT3 for a kit car. Superformance are not kit cars. They are nearly tool room copies of the original.

They're a kit. A roller just like my Kirkham, which is a kit. The SPFGT40 is not delivered complete by the factory because they don't meet Federal safety and emission standards. Every owner must complete the kit with an engine and a transaxle. Just like every Cobra replica here on this forum.

And in CA, the GT40 kit must be registered under the SPCNS/SB100 program just like every other kit car. Now the Porsche GT3 can be purchased from your local Porsche dealer and driven off the dealers lot, because it meets current Federal safety and emission standards and the Porsche dealer registers it with the DMV for you. An engine and transmission already comes delivered from the factory.

But you go right ahead and believe what you want to believe, but please just don't pass along the nonsense to the rest of us.

By the way, I love the SPFGT40 kit cars.