997 GT3 PASM query

[sjm18]

I test drove a 997 S a couple of days ago, as currently trying to decide between 997S or placing order for a GT3. I'll want to use the car quite a bit, including daily commute. Within PASM, is the 'normal' setting on a regular 'S' the same as the 'normal' setting on a GT3? Or is the GT3 'normal' more like the Carrera S in 'sport'? And therefore, the GT3 in 'sport' even more extreme than a Carrera S in 'sport'? Tbh, the Carrera S in 'sport' was quite firm, and I'm not sure I'd like that every day, so this could be important for me! Any advice much appreciated.

[Robin C]

GT3 PASM is harder than 997 carrera settings - GT3 normal mode is similar to carrera sport mode - but its perfectly usable on the road. This is confirmed in the GT3 product information brochure issued to OPC sales staff.

Robin

[sjm18]

Admittedly on a very bumpy stretch of country road, but I found the 'sport' setting on the 'S' a bit too much - ok for when you're out on a fun drive, but for everyday maybe too much. Trouble is you can't test drive a GT3 - not even to go out as a passenger...

[Geneve]

sjm18 said:

I test drove a 997 S a couple of days ago, as currently trying to decide between 997S or placing order for a GT3. I'll want to use the car quite a bit, including daily commute. Within PASM, is the 'normal' setting on a regular 'S' the same as the 'normal' setting on a GT3? Or is the GT3 'normal' more like the Carrera S in 'sport'? And therefore, the GT3 in 'sport' even more extreme than a Carrera S in 'sport'? Tbh, the Carrera S in 'sport' was quite firm, and I'm not sure I'd like that every day, so this could be important for me! Any advice much appreciated.

It's not really possible to compare the two that simply.

You really need to drive a GT3 to understand its raison d'etre. The ride comfort in 'normal' mode is totally in keeping with its character and you wouldn't want it any different.

[nbetts]

I owned a Carrera 2S 997 before getting a 997 GT3. The 'Sport' setting on a 997 C2S is much firmer then the 'Normal' Setting on the GT3.

To be honest, the 997 GT3 is a very comfortable car and provides only a slightly firmer ride than a 997 C2S.

The 997 GT3 with the PASM set to 'Sports' is not very good on bumpy b-roads at low-normal speeds - but on smooth track tarmac it makes a lot of sense.

At least there is an option of what to choose as opposed to having a stiff car setup or comfort setup.

It is not perfect, the track purists will tell you that and they would be right but it is a very good compromise in my opinion.