Your Ultimate 911 GT3 Touring?

[martinbo]

Jet Black Metallic is a banker on a 911 and way more appropriate on a GT3 Touring than Guards Red. The unwritten rule is quite simple; if you want flashy colours go regular GT3. But when opting for a Touring, bright colours are at odds with the persona of the model. As are black rims.

So, Jet Black with silver rims and window beading - can’t go wrong. Satin platinum wheels also work well but for Touring, personally I’d go the classic route with silver rims. It’s similar when approaching a GTS to spec - black rims are de rigueur.

In December, Porsche JHB had a Jet Black Metallic Touring with gold wheels and the subtle central stripe decal in gold to match. So, akin to JPS livery in a way and it looked epic.

 

[Design FIRST]

You missed the brief Jimmy

I was actually pertaining to @Swissbob's comment implying that he'd look for something "flashier".

I've always been more into elegant, darker, glossy metallic tones on 911's. Or various shades of gunmetal or the vintage "Fischsilber" hues.

 

[Swissbob]

Problem with Jet black, that approximately 80% of all 911s are jet black, in the summer you can see them everywhere.

I think a GT3 touring should have a color which is a little bit special.

The GT silver is nice as well BTW, this color is timeless.

 

[Swissbob]

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Gentian blue without black pack.

 

[martinbo]

Problem with Jet black, that approximately 80% of all 911s are jet black, in the summer you can see them everywhere.

Black 911s are not common in SA. Black cars in general aren't because of the perception of black cars and hot climates.
I don't know if this is the case in Queensland.

 

[martinbo]

Gentian blue without black pack.

Gentian blue is great but the best colour on a 911 I've seen is a dark metallic purple on an S/T. Heck - it was special.

 

[Swissbob]

Gentian blue is great but the best colour on a 911 I've seen is a dark metallic purple on an S/T. Heck - it was special.

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This one?


Viola metallic?

Or this one Aubergine.

2024 Porsche 911 S/T — Audrain Auto Museum

A homage to the first year of the 911 in 1963 Designed with a focus on road drivability New clutch and flywheel designed specifically for the S/T Lightest 911 in Porsche’s current lineup Porsche released the 911 S/T for the 60th anniversary of the 911 model, producing only 1

www.audrainautomuseum.org

 

[martinbo]

This one?


Viola metallic?

Or this one Aubergine.

Hmmm, can't say.

 

[Swissbob]

Hmmm, can't say.

Amethyst - Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991)

Amethyst was a $12,830 PTS paint option on the GT2 RS. This particular car also contains an additional $ 9,1k in Sonderwunsch (special wishes) options.

www.carpaints.co

This is amethyst metallic.

 

[martinbo]

Amethyst - Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991)

Amethyst was a $12,830 PTS paint option on the GT2 RS. This particular car also contains an additional $ 9,1k in Sonderwunsch (special wishes) options.

www.carpaints.co

This is amethyst metallic.

I'm impressed that you know this. Thanks.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Thank you @martinbo, @Swissbob, @Design FIRST for your feedback.

I do agree with Martin, that the Touring benefits from classier more subdued colours and non black rims. I can't bring myself to keep the chrome surrounds though, and prefer a blacked out look on the vehicle.

I do love Gentian Blue, but I have maintenance concerns and think it actually looks a bit flashier than Oak at times. I'm also not sure if I want a metallic blue 911 long term.

I was having a look at the GT3's on the market here, and most are Jet Black with a few silver and whites. Oak Green has been popular on orders now, but with gold wheels.

At the moment I think I'm set on this specification with black callipers and a Cohiba Brown Interior

 

[martinbo]

At the moment I think I'm set on this specification with black callipers and a Cohiba Brown Interior

When I was playing around on the Aussie configurator, it appeared to me that the foldable bucket seats are only available in black. Do I understand this right?

 

[Design FIRST]

I still love the "Fischsilber" alternatives.

Porsche's 1970's "Eisgrün" ("Ice Green") is one of those particular hues. I know, doesn't comply with @Mr. Mercedes brief, as I believe that it is a PTS paint. Still absolutely gorgeous IMHO.

Here on a mid-1970's Carrera 3.0 G-Type:

It would look absolutely splendid on the 992.2 GT3 Touring Package. With the black or silver sideglass trim...both would "work".

 

[Design FIRST]

I still love the "Fischsilber" alternatives.

Porsche's 1970's "Eisgrün" ("Ice Green") is one of those particular hues. I know, doesn't comply with @Mr. Mercedes brief, as I believe that it is a PTS paint. Still absolutely gorgeous IMHO.

Here on a mid-1970's Carrera 3.0 G-Type:

It would look absolutely splendid on the 992.2 GT3 Touring Package. With the black or silver sideglass trim...both would "work".

Topping this off could be approaching Porsche's Sonderwunsch department in order to request the "Heritage Sport Classic Fuchs-Style" rims with a center lock.

Of course, this also would not comply with @Mr. Mercedes's brief and cost somewhere in the vicinity of 12K Euros minimum extra. But hey, if one is shopping for a new 992.2 GT3 Touring Package, the necessary coin will be there.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

When I was playing around on the Aussie configurator, it appeared to me that the foldable bucket seats are only available in black. Do I understand this right?

That is correct.

This car is intended more as a tourer than a track car though, so Ive opted for more comfort and havent specified the bucket seats and lightweight package, even though I would like the Magnesium wheels.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

Topping this off could be approaching Porsche's Sonderwunsch department in order to request the "Heritage Sport Classic Fuchs-Style" rims with a center lock.

Of course, this also would not comply with @Mr. Mercedes's brief and cost somewhere in the vicinity of 12K Euros minimum extra. But hey, if one is shopping for a new 992.2 GT3 Touring Package, the necessary coin will be there.

Nothing custom will be possible I dont think. Let's see how it unfolds. I've been advised I should receive the allocation within the next month.

It seems Porsche AG may be re-allocating production to markets where sales are still strong and prices high, hence more Tourings being available on the Australian market.

Who knows. The world of vehicle build allocation is nefarious. Pehaps im being strung along and the dealership is simply hoping for more cars to sell.