Fantastic Glasgow 991 Launch Night
Discussion
Having had a few invites through from Porsche over the past few years, I thought I'd attend this invite. The fact that my car was due for its OPC warranty renewal was an added bonus. A good friend follow me through to drop the car off which conveniently allowed me to sample some of the lovely red that was on offer!
A great night, with lots of people in attendance.
The new (991) 911, whist not a drastic step forward in outward design feels absolutely awesome on the inside.
Everyone on hand were ace, up to speed with the new models USP and differences from the earlier models.
The dislays of '911's through the times' was great, although the presentation could have been MUCH better. These old cars deserved so much more with regard to their presentation..... swirle anyone?
Anyway, back hom, beer/hawf in hand and delighted with my unexpected OPC experience. Looking forward to picking my car up with minimal snow :1
Stevie
A great night, with lots of people in attendance.
The new (991) 911, whist not a drastic step forward in outward design feels absolutely awesome on the inside.
Everyone on hand were ace, up to speed with the new models USP and differences from the earlier models.
The dislays of '911's through the times' was great, although the presentation could have been MUCH better. These old cars deserved so much more with regard to their presentation..... swirle anyone?
Anyway, back hom, beer/hawf in hand and delighted with my unexpected OPC experience. Looking forward to picking my car up with minimal snow :1
Stevie
No other threads in the first few pages talking about the 991, so I'll jump on board this one.
Went to local OPC last night. Usual minimum effort event. Was surprised the Porsche uk representative also needed to read from a scrap of paper to do their presentation.
As for the 991, like it a lot. Overall I think the design works nicely, looking elegant all round and gives the 911 a modern look. Not as big as I thought the pics made out, although looking straight on at it, the front end seems quite wide.
I don't think the exterior of the 997 is as dated as I thought it would be with the arrival of the 991.
Interior of the 991 is lovely. It really would be a nice place to spend time driving. That area certainly dates the 997, cayman and boxster using the same dash layout.
Overall, I do like the 991, but there isn't an overwhelming desire to have one. But then, I'm not in a position to buy one at the moment anyway.
Ps. If my wife had a choice, she would have taken the new M5 they had up there. It does look awesome though.
Went to local OPC last night. Usual minimum effort event. Was surprised the Porsche uk representative also needed to read from a scrap of paper to do their presentation.
As for the 991, like it a lot. Overall I think the design works nicely, looking elegant all round and gives the 911 a modern look. Not as big as I thought the pics made out, although looking straight on at it, the front end seems quite wide.
I don't think the exterior of the 997 is as dated as I thought it would be with the arrival of the 991.
Interior of the 991 is lovely. It really would be a nice place to spend time driving. That area certainly dates the 997, cayman and boxster using the same dash layout.
Overall, I do like the 991, but there isn't an overwhelming desire to have one. But then, I'm not in a position to buy one at the moment anyway.
Ps. If my wife had a choice, she would have taken the new M5 they had up there. It does look awesome though.
Excuse the crappy phone pics.
Heads removed to protect the innocent!
All weather supercars - just as well really!
The auld stuff!
Big fat arse?
A good evening had - great to catch up with the 911 gang. I was waiting for more of a presentation ie ppt etc and more videos of Walter ringing its neck but hey - free drink and nibbles.
The wee man was delighted with his silver model - well smart.
I'll keep the box so it can go on ebay in ten years!!
He did point out it did not have wing mirrors - even I let them off with that.
See you all at the Turbo launch!!
Heads removed to protect the innocent!
All weather supercars - just as well really!
The auld stuff!
Big fat arse?
A good evening had - great to catch up with the 911 gang. I was waiting for more of a presentation ie ppt etc and more videos of Walter ringing its neck but hey - free drink and nibbles.
The wee man was delighted with his silver model - well smart.
I'll keep the box so it can go on ebay in ten years!!
He did point out it did not have wing mirrors - even I let them off with that.
See you all at the Turbo launch!!
I have attended the 997 launch through to this 991 launch and felt it was very low key.
The GT2RS launch was amazing with museum race cars from Porsche AG. David Piper's talk was very interesting. Difficult to follow that.
It was nice to be invited but did anyone talk about the new car?
I like the lightweight and 0-60 times but could they not have kept the dimensions down to the 901 theme.
It reminded me more a big GT cruiser and not a sports car.
It was good to catch up with a few of the beardys too!
The more I see of the new cars the more I like the classic ones!
The GT2RS launch was amazing with museum race cars from Porsche AG. David Piper's talk was very interesting. Difficult to follow that.
It was nice to be invited but did anyone talk about the new car?
I like the lightweight and 0-60 times but could they not have kept the dimensions down to the 901 theme.
It reminded me more a big GT cruiser and not a sports car.
It was good to catch up with a few of the beardys too!
The more I see of the new cars the more I like the classic ones!
Edited by chfs911 on Thursday 15th December 20:45
chfs911 said:
The GT2RS launch was amazing with museum race cars from Porsche AG. David Piper's talk was very interesting. Difficult to follow that.
That wasn't the GT2RS launch really, it was the "Flat 6" motorsport tour - it was great though, David Price and John Watson at the Wilmslow one and the interview format worked quite well. Passionate guys talking about what they loved, not just sales and marketing people telling you why what they're selling is great. 
monthefish said:
chfs911 said:
PCGB
Ahhhh, is that the reason?Funnily enough, I used to get invited to the occasional Porsche event before I got one.
Now that I have one....nothing.
There is a dist list at the OPC just email Chelsea and ask to get on the list for future events.
MTF - I recall you poo poo'ed the October Complimentary Health Check - you can engage with the OPC without them emptying your wallet. Sometimes you get free champagne.................!!
chelsea.white@porscheglasgow.co.uk
See you at the next one!
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