M5 vs. GT3

[Schnell_1]

Originally Posted by clar

I am holding my breath on that. I just hope it won't result in AMG turbo V8s replacing the Aston NA V8s. The AMG dual clutch gearbox would be a really nice addition for the Vantage!

What are you holding your breathe on? It's a done deal. From what I've read, Aston will be getting a bespoke engine, and the dual-clutch is all but confirmed

[clar]

Originally Posted by Schnell_1

What are you holding your breathe on? It's a done deal. From what I've read, Aston will be getting a bespoke engine, and the dual-clutch is all but confirmed

Crap...I din know about the engine part

[Aapparition90]

Originally Posted by Vic55

Great minds ....


I was just looking at a white one online with red interior. I dont know much about these cars. Whats the difference between the DB9 and the Vanquish besides the size?

the gearbox and the engine are the main I think. you might get a good deal on a near new vanquish since the my15 has a 8 speed zf with some nice downshift features as opposed to the old 6 speed

[Niko1414]

[Schnell_1]

^An epic battle^

[thebishman]

Originally Posted by Vic55

Great minds ....


I was just looking at a white one online with red interior. I dont know much about these cars. Whats the difference between the DB9 and the Vanquish besides the size?

Vic,

I think the truly most 'sporting' current model is the Vantage V12S, but that the Vanquish has more power, the excellent ZF 8 speed gearbox which you are very familiar with, and frankly looks better IMHO. It would be my choice for sure for everything except road track usage; (and there are much better 'track' cars than the Vantage S).
Bish

[Vic55]

Originally Posted by thebishman

Vic,

I think the truly most 'sporting' current model is the Vantage V12S, but that the Vanquish has more power, the excellent ZF 8 speed gearbox which you are very familiar with, and frankly looks better IMHO. It would be my choice for sure for everything except road track usage; (and there are much better 'track' cars than the Vantage S).
Bish

Thanks Bish--- I really dont think Ill go Aston when I could get an FF (pricing is very close) and for some bad habit reason... I want another F car

But I should research the Vantage 12S more though.

[ColdList]

Originally Posted by clar

However more serious the DB9/DBS are, they will never get close to the Speciale, so no point duplicating functions in my cars.

You may have just talked me out of looking at the Speciale again. I get the same high revs, etc. out of my GT3. No need for such a similar experience.

The MAC is a much bigger contrast. And it's faster. And we know that is better right?-LOL

[ColdList]

Originally Posted by Vic55

You mean like this one:

Click Here

My dealer had one this color with solid black quilted interior with blue stitching this color. It was GORGEOUS!

http://www.aston-martin.com/2012/08/17/a-baby-blue-vanquish-at-pebble-beach/

[ColdList]

Originally Posted by Niko1414

Pretty clearly illustrates just how much faster the 12Cis than the GT3. The 650S is even faster and better handling, braking and quicker shifting. However, I'd still rather be in the GT3 on the track.

[ColdList]

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[Aapparition90]

I am surprised no one wants a f12 Berlinetta, I love that car to bits, Its a proper thriller I saw one doing some laps on a nearby track recently and it was mesmerizing. 800k + price tag twice o what i could realistically afford... cant see it depreciating much in the future either since its going to be the last of the great v12s

[clar]

Originally Posted by ColdList

You may have just talked me out of looking at the Speciale again. I get the same high revs, etc. out of my GT3. No need for such a similar experience.

The MAC is a much bigger contrast. And it's faster. And we know that is better right?-LOL

For the same reason why I won't be getting a GT3, u shouldn't bother with a Speciale. However, u do get a little more by going special, but we are talking serious diminishing returns.

[clar]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

I am surprised no one wants a f12 Berlinetta, I love that car to bits, Its a proper thriller I saw one doing some laps on a nearby track recently and it was mesmerizing. 800k + price tag twice o what i could realistically afford... cant see it depreciating much in the future either since its going to be the last of the great v12s

I am probably among the minority here, but I find the F12's front end hugely ugly. As a GT, i would prefer it to be a 4 seater and it's also way too fast for road use. I like something I could enjoy on a daily basis without having to drive at ridiculous speeds. The V12 is a gem of course

[ColdList]

Originally Posted by clar

For the same reason why I won't be getting a GT3, u shouldn't bother with a Speciale. However, u do get a little more by going special, but we are talking serious diminishing returns.

Agreed. This may sound nuts but frankly I am considering selling my MAC and just enjoying my GT3 for now. I just love the car. Can buy something else later. Wouldn't mind banking a bit of money either. :-)

[Niko1414]

cuckoo for cocoa puffs

[shahano]

GT3 for the win. Test drove one on Saturday. And though i didnt push it too much beyond its limit, the 9k redline is super sweeeeettt.. The way the car feels between 7k to 9k is incredible. It might be time to pull the trigger.

[ColdList]

Originally Posted by Niko1414

cuckoo for cocoa puffs

I know...I know..nothing ever written in stone.

[Schnell_1]

GT3-RS naked. Abused, but still a dime-piece
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2016-...t3-rs/#image-1

Looks the same as the one spied earlier last month...
http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars...-rs-spy-shots/

[Bokke]

Getting close, the ship should dock in Houston today, so I am guessing I should have it next week!

[Vic55]

Originally Posted by Bokke

Getting close, the ship should dock in Houston today, so I am guessing I should have it next week!

Just ripped mine a new 9k rpm asshole....hadnt driven it in a few days LOL

[boots]

No need to change out drawers! ^^^^