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Originally Posted by vetteflier

Not everyone who goes with the $85k or so M3/4 Comp can't afford a Porsche--even at $135k. If you live in the North--like Colorado, the car will sit in the garage for a long time each year. You need a good SUV--not just for the weather, but for all that it offers in capacity. Justifying an $85k car that will also sit in the garage and offers 95% of what the Porsche does makes sense. As to the C8, add $35,000 to MSP if you can find one. The C8 has been compared against the 992 S in several magazines, and beats it. I don't like the styling--front too short compared to rear so they had a place to stow the top or 2 sets of clubs. At $80-85k, it is a fantastic value; at $125k, it's not--and I've driven Vettes for the past 15 years. Then there is my 7000' altitude. The M4 Twin Turbo that puts out ~ 550 to the crank loses nothing in power. The 495hp Vette loses 100+ hp. Here, the Vette loses every time. And the rear engined, lighter 992 is only marginally (.2-3 in 1/4 mile--losing half of its 0-60 advantage) quicker. All considerations for me. I've driven Porsches from 993s to 992 GT3s. Terrific cars all. Just not for me. We also have, as original owners, a completely unmodified 1987 Buick Regal Grand National. So, tastes vary--and money isn't always the key criterion.

You’ve driven a 992 GT3 ?