Sorely Tempted

[Chiboy]

Originally Posted by superdog

absolutely. which is also why I will likely never buy a Ferrari. Even though it is the pinnacle for me. I absolutely love them. basically all of them.

it would look awful funny parked in my townhouse garage tho. not sure I could ever get over that, or the driving statement.

but as much as some people really dont like the California, I think they are stunning. and I am a sucker for a hard top convertible.

My old neighbor had a Testarossa, an SL65, a 911, a 599, a Boxster S, and I forget what else in the time I lived across the street from him. Not all at the same time though. Oh, he had mid '60s Corvettes too. Had a lift in his garage so he could stack two super cars, neither of which he really drove. His house? He talked about tearing it down and building something nice, which would have been the prudent thing to do. It was a '50s ranch. lol

[superdog]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Yeah thought you would be hesitant to take the plunge now, you don't have the AMG for that long, I'd definitely keep it a little longer

Aren't most new Porsches at this price range a little tame compared to your AMG brute?

Myself, I would be a complete idiot and buy a 930 turbo, strip it, recaro seats, roll bar, straight pipe.

If I am correct, the typical Porsche GTS is pretty much on par with my AMG GTS. And I think it is a few bucks more.

I think Porches gets really nuts when you go Turbo or higher. But yeah, those get expensive in a hurry.

[Rolex addict]

Buy what makes you happy.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Rolex addict

Buy what makes you happy.

Crown Vic...coming up.

[Rolex addict]

Originally Posted by superdog

Crown Vic...coming up.

You just won a boat load of brownie points!!!

[droptopman]

Originally Posted by superdog

The only reason I would even think about changing is to get an open top. I kind of miss the SL550. And the Z51. Only because of the ability to cruise droptop style.




Dont disagree. I love stick. But I have a weak back. While its good right now, when it goes out, I am unable to drive stick. So a nice automatic is much better for me.




It really is a freaking ton of money.

My boy DeeTee hates the California. But if I were serious about making a switch right now, I would get a nice used version of that, before this.

Totally relate to top down driving. Nothing compares. They do make a GTC! Also MB is putting out a bunch of new models. New engines with some F1 tech. Basically getting more HP with same displacement. Hang with the GT until something really grabs you.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by droptopman

Totally relate to top down driving. Nothing compares. They do make a GTC! Also MB is putting out a bunch of new models. New engines with some F1 tech. Basically getting more HP with same displacement. Hang with the GT until something really grabs you.

That’s the plan brother.

Honestly don’t see myself doing anything but looking. It’s fun to daydream.

But it’d have to be something super doe gal to get me out of the GTS. I’m enamored with it.

[droptopman]

Originally Posted by superdog

That’s the plan brother.

Honestly don’t see myself doing anything but looking. It’s fun to daydream.

But it’d have to be something super doe gal to get me out of the GTS. I’m enamored with it.

Same here. Pretty impressed with the E 53 cabrio that is coming out, but I still have two years on my lease, so I will change my mind 12 times before then...

[The Joker]

do it, do it

[andrewjb88]

Originally Posted by Art 1

You only die once, buy it.

This.

I recently lost my dad aged 54 to the big C.

Realised you only have one chance at this so might as well enjoy what you enjoy, I was driving a 420ps modified SEAT Leon Cupra (sister car to a MK7 VW Golf R for the american users) but the brand is a "normal" brand.

I enjoy cars etc so decided to pull the trigger and buy a 2015 Porsche Cayman S instead! a lot more "premium" than the SEAT, slower because it has less power but the 3.4 sounds immense compared to 2.0T.

[G8RDPM]

I'm a Porsche guy,but I don't think I'd lose $30k to trade for this one!
You have a bad Benz!

[mjclark32]

You lost me at $30k hit... also, didn’t someone chime in on the targa on the AMG thread saying it was no bueno?

[returntorolex]

Originally Posted by superdog

No. I’m not going to make this happen.

But me being me, it’s got my wheels spinning.

My old Porsche salesman just sent me this pic, along with some others.

2019 911 Targa 4 GTS

So frigging nice. But I love my car. And I’d take a 30k hit if I were to trade it in.

But wow. So nice.

I’ll help you get this out of your system. Come to ATL and we’ll sign up at the Porsche US HQ for some hot laps....then watch shopping and some killer steaks. LMK if I can “assist”!

[G8RDPM]

Originally Posted by returntorolex

I’ll help you get this out of your system. Come to ATL and we’ll sign up at the Porsche US HQ for some hot laps....then watch shopping and some killer steaks. LMK if I can “assist”!

Generous offer,Steve!

[superdog]

Originally Posted by returntorolex

I’ll help you get this out of your system. Come to ATL and we’ll sign up at the Porsche US HQ for some hot laps....then watch shopping and some killer steaks. LMK if I can “assist”!

Steve.

There is absolutely no question that this will happen.

I’ll PM you to set up details.

This is awesome.

[77T]

If it takes until October then Dr. Tom might be at the Petit with the GT3 Cup circus.

Naw, that’d be more of an enabler I guess


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[Andad]

No real decision for you Seth.

Your AMG is THE one.

[runner9]

Too beautiful to resist, go for it!

[wantonebad]

Seth, you are one of my favorite posters, but I'd lying if I didn't point out that I think you need an intervention LOL

[breitlings]

Seth, I'd take and keep the AMG GT. That car is unusual, beautiful, solid, mature, and a beast. I would take the AMG GT any day of the week personally. I'm not a porsche guy but if you had to make a move, I'd look at the 911 GT3 Touring.

[Spartacus]

What happened to the Ferrari plan?

[tbonesteak]

You posted this for a reason, you want some enabling, I’ll help!

Get the Porsche, just buy it, you know you want it!! Buy it before someone else does!!

[GB-man]

I love a targa but I’ll be damned if they aren’t overpriced!

With that much cheese you’d be better off in a cpo turbo drop. Just sayin!

I think you’d miss the Benz though. 911s are less flash for better or worse.

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by superdog

No. I’m not going to make this happen.

But me being me, it’s got my wheels spinning.

My old Porsche salesman just sent me this pic, along with some others.

2019 911 Targa 4 GTS

So frigging nice. But I love my car. And I’d take a 30k hit if I were to trade it in.

But wow. So nice.

Hahaha, NO NO NO, Seth!!

Porsche's in this range are for dentist. Seriously.

Unless you go big, and get the GT3 (or RS), should you go for it.

Or the Exclusive.

...

But who am I to talk... I'm sitting here tonight ordering handmade clothes from Japan. :-/

https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/9...lusive-series/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3zuPyjFTsk&t=1999s

[1st amg]

Are you crazy? Do I have to call you from Italy for divine intervention. You will sorely miss that muscle car V8 you have. You love those power plants. Look at what you have, RRS...V8. Mustang gt350....V8, Corvette....V8, SL550.....V8. Comment denominator for a reason. Yes the 991 is a stunning car, but I get the feeling you will lust after the AMG V8 in a hurry. Enjoy the unique and sexy one you have now. And don't let me read this $HIT any more or I will call you at 2am from Italy.

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by 1st amg

Are you crazy? Do I have to call you from Italy for divine intervention. You will sorely miss that muscle car V8 you have. You love those power plants. Look at what you have, RRS...V8. Mustang gt350....V8, Corvette....V8, SL550.....V8. Comment denominator for a reason. Yes the 991 is a stunning car, but I get the feeling you will lust after the AMG V8 in a hurry. Enjoy the unique and sexy one you have now. And don't let me read this $HIT any more or I will call you at 2am from Italy.

I think a Seth intervention is due.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Laszlo

Hahaha, NO NO NO, Seth!!

Porsche's in this range are for dentist. Seriously.

Unless you go big, and get the GT3 (or RS), should you go for it.

Or the Exclusive.

...

But who am I to talk... I'm sitting here tonight ordering handmade clothes from Japan. :-/

https://www.porsche.com/usa/models/9...lusive-series/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3zuPyjFTsk&t=1999s

Good on you Las for doing this work yourself.

Last time my butler ordered my shirts it was a damned nightmare.

While I do like ‘droptops’ they have to be folding steel.

This soft top idea is a bit naff.

[Laszlo]

Originally Posted by directioneng

Good on you Las for doing this work yourself.

Last time my butler ordered my shirts it was a damned nightmare.

While I do like ‘droptops’ they have to be folding steel.

This soft top idea is a bit naff.

OK I'm actually very concerned.

Folding steel is proper.

Coupe is perfection.

[Andad]