Another day, another 911

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Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 10:48:37 GMT Roadrunner likes this

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Post by PetrolEd on Aug 3, 2023 10:48:37 GMT

Another day another special edition 911. But this one might just be the best yet.

The 992 S/T - or a GT3 RS without the hideousness or if you will a new 991 R

www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/porsche-911-st-518bhp-manual-special-lightest-992

Not totally overpowered at 520hp which says how crazy everything has become when 700hp seems be the new norm in this class and relatively light weight at just under 1400kg

Here is my attempt from the configurator

configurator.porsche.com/en-GB/model/992880?options=04D.0I1.0NA.0P8.0TC.0UB.1BV.1G8.1LX.1MI.1N3.1NE.1X2.24931.2C5.2D0.2UH.2V1.2W6.3FF.3HB.3J7.3QT.4GP.4UF.5KS.5MK.5XC.6BA.6E1.6F0.6FU.6NN.6Q2.6XA.7AL.7HB.7I2.7K3.7M3.7UG.89.8JT.8LH.8T1.8VG.9AD.9JA.9VL.9WT.APP.AYX.BHM.D2Q.F37.G0W.KA2.KQ1.Q1K.QH1.QJ2.QQ2.QV3.ST.UI2.UX6.VR0.VW4&variants=24931_B1

Just don't mention the obvious, that us peasants can't actually buy one new and if you have the £250K plus you'll need to go to the flippers market where you'll be relieved of at least £400k

Last Edit: Aug 3, 2023 10:50:04 GMT by PetrolEd

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Martin VIP Posts: 7,395 My Motor: Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Platinum Edition & Model 3 LR Member is Online	Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 11:00:38 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Martin on Aug 3, 2023 11:00:38 GMT A lovely thing. When I saw the thread title I thought you had swapped yours!

Tim VIP BMW 430d, Fiat Coupe Turbo, E39 M5 Posts: 8,186	Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 12:00:23 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Tim on Aug 3, 2023 12:00:23 GMT Another day, another special edition. When is the Merit version coming along?

Roadrunner VIP Posts: 3,050 My Motor: Mercedes E350 AMG Night Edition, MINI Cooper Clubman, Alvis 12/50 Alvista Saloon	Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 12:44:04 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Roadrunner on Aug 3, 2023 12:44:04 GMT I had spotted this too and thought how 'spot on' it is. Nice configuration.
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Big Blue VIP Posts: 4,743 My Motor: Eva, The NSR250 and the Red MINI Cooper	Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 12:45:16 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Big Blue on Aug 3, 2023 12:45:16 GMT Nope: 992 rear end still looks like an empty ice cream carton compared to a 991.
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Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 17:12:39 GMT

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Post by Andy C on Aug 3, 2023 17:12:39 GMT

Aug 3, 2023 10:48:37 GMT PetrolEd said:

Another day another special edition 911. But this one might just be the best yet.

The 992 S/T - or a GT3 RS without the hideousness or if you will a new 991 R

www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/porsche-911-st-518bhp-manual-special-lightest-992

Not totally overpowered at 520hp which says how crazy everything has become when 700hp seems be the new norm in this class and relatively light weight at just under 1400kg

Here is my attempt from the configurator

configurator.porsche.com/en-GB/model/992880?options=04D.0I1.0NA.0P8.0TC.0UB.1BV.1G8.1LX.1MI.1N3.1NE.1X2.24931.2C5.2D0.2UH.2V1.2W6.3FF.3HB.3J7.3QT.4GP.4UF.5KS.5MK.5XC.6BA.6E1.6F0.6FU.6NN.6Q2.6XA.7AL.7HB.7I2.7K3.7M3.7UG.89.8JT.8LH.8T1.8VG.9AD.9JA.9VL.9WT.APP.AYX.BHM.D2Q.F37.G0W.KA2.KQ1.Q1K.QH1.QJ2.QQ2.QV3.ST.UI2.UX6.VR0.VW4&variants=24931_B1

Just don't mention the obvious, that us peasants can't actually buy one new and if you have the £250K plus you'll need to go to the flippers market where you'll be relieved of at least £400k

You could well be right

finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/details/porsche-911-r-preowned-3VV7PW

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Another day, another 911 Aug 3, 2023 17:20:55 GMT Big Blue likes this

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Post by Andy C on Aug 3, 2023 17:20:55 GMT

Aug 3, 2023 12:45:16 GMT Big Blue said:

Nope: 992 rear end still looks like an empty ice cream carton compared to a 991.

I agree

Also, not that I've driven one, but some well respected journos have criticised its on road manners compared to the 991, which is still what I'd have

Alex VIP Posts: 3,667 My Motor: Hyundai Ioniq Premium SE	Another day, another 911 Aug 4, 2023 17:49:47 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Alex on Aug 4, 2023 17:49:47 GMT I like the look of that and see the appeal. Not that any of us mere mortals will ever own one. Really liking your configuration Ed but can't believe the tight Germans charge you a grand for parking sensors on a 250k car!

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Another day, another 911 Aug 4, 2023 19:25:48 GMT via mobile

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Post by Roadrunner on Aug 4, 2023 19:25:48 GMT

Aug 4, 2023 17:49:47 GMT Alex said:

I like the look of that and see the appeal. Not that any of us mere mortals will ever own one. Really liking your configuration Ed but can't believe the tight Germans charge you a grand for parking sensors on a 250k car!

That's just the Porsche scene tax. I remember the heated seats option on my Skoda Superb being about half the price as the same option on an Audi A6 at the time and they almost certainly used identical parts.

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Another day, another 911 Aug 4, 2023 20:46:27 GMT

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Post by Big Blue on Aug 4, 2023 20:46:27 GMT

Aug 4, 2023 17:49:47 GMT Alex said:

I like the look of that and see the appeal. Not that any of us mere mortals will ever own one. Really liking your configuration Ed but can't believe the tight Germans charge you a grand for parking sensors on a 250k car!

I specced a i5 on BMW.de today and got past €108k. I think tyres on the wheels were an option......

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Grampa Full Member Posts: 244	Another day, another 911 Aug 8, 2023 20:19:29 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Grampa on Aug 8, 2023 20:19:29 GMT Lovely in the Shore Blue without the graphics.

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Another day, another 911 Aug 31, 2023 19:44:57 GMT via mobile

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Post by racingteatray on Aug 31, 2023 19:44:57 GMT

Aug 4, 2023 20:46:27 GMT Big Blue said:

Aug 4, 2023 17:49:47 GMT Alex said:

I like the look of that and see the appeal. Not that any of us mere mortals will ever own one. Really liking your configuration Ed but can't believe the tight Germans charge you a grand for parking sensors on a 250k car!

I specced a i5 on BMW.de today and got past €108k. I think tyres on the wheels were an option......

Shame an attractive design is not also an option. It really is a bit of a lumpen munter.

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