New York 2008: Porsche GT2 dressed to kill in red with black rims
Click above for high-res gallery of dressed-to-kill GT2
We've already chronicled the debut of the Porsche GT2, and shown you pics of it from the Frankfurt Motor Show, but the red one on display here at the New York Auto Show looks hotter than any other we've seen. We think it's those new factory-option black rims, but there's definitely something special about this hottest 997 offering. 530 HP from a twin-turbo version of the automaker's famous flat-six, 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, a 204-mph top speed, and 18.8 mpg makes a nice cherry on top, too. Check out the gallery and see what you think.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Yubastard 11:12AM (3/20/2008)
see what you think? lol
that car looks so badass, it's a shame it's out of my league.
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Firley 11:26AM (3/20/2008)
This is a pet peeve I normally let go, but since I expect AUTOblog to be actual enthusiasts, I have to post the point.
They are WHEELS, not RIMS. RIMS is a slang term that everyone uses because rappers do. It's about as appropriate as referring to diamond jewelry as 'Ice'.
A rim is a PART of a wheel. That GT2 (in all it's sweetness) has polished rims on a black wheel. Get it?
I hear 'rims' all the time, and I normally let it go, but if you post 'rims' instead of 'wheels' on an auto enthusiast website, you basically flush your credibility down the toilet. Basically, it looks like you don't have a clue about what you're talking about.
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Scott Reynolds 12:04PM (3/20/2008)
Honestly Fifley, I was about to say the exact same thing. Please, no rims here unless it's something hip-hop related. Keep that term away from "real" cars please, leave it for the Tahoe/Escalade, etc. toys.
The GT2 is amazing, but putting it into context, I just can't imagine these cars continuing to sell well. The other options are simply stunning at this point. I hate to be "that guy" and bring up the GT-R, but with cars like that and the Z06 really changing the game in terms of performance for the dollar, I just can't see the market for these (all be it absolutely amazing) cars being as broad as it once was. Only die hard Porsche people will look at/for this car. I suppose, at the GT2 level, that's how it would be anyway. But I begin to ask myself....why?
That being said, the GT2 is an absolutely stunning expression of German passion, design, and engineering. Incredible. Perhaps this is an opportunity for brands to make these more specialized, reduce the number of them, and build part of the car's appeal into its rarity (i.e. the AMG black series, the Bugatti). I donno, just a thought.
Scott Reynolds 12:07PM (3/20/2008)
Firley* sorry
RGS 12:51PM (3/20/2008)
"They are WHEELS, not RIMS."
You are correct, sir. That usage of the word bugs me, too.
RJ 4:54PM (3/20/2008)
To "Scott Reynolds"
Some good points there. The GT2 used to be one of the best "affordable" supercars, but now that others are offering similar performance for almost 1/2 the cost, it is becoming a little overpriced.
The Z06 is not quite up to the Porsche's league, but the ZR1 (or Z06 w/ Lingenfelter cam/header pkg) will definitely put a good hurting on it. So will the Viper ACR.
LloydChiro 9:00PM (3/20/2008)
Rims was used as a colloquial term for wheels long before hip hop culture arrived.
Firley 11:27AM (3/20/2008)
...and to be clear (and more on-topic): I'd cut off a finger to put that GT2 in my garage.
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Tourian 11:49AM (3/20/2008)
I wonder what else is socially unacceptable to you. Because I am sure you of course NEVER use any slang terms at all.
But seriously, lots of people other then gangsta rappers say rims. Its not like we are all lowering ourselves by using the term. I think you will get over it in time.
John P. 11:55AM (3/20/2008)
Yeah, using the word rims is ok to use. Wheels too. No big deal. You can even call the trunk a boot and I won't get pissed.
Just don't call me late for a test drive if you ever buy one of these. I'd love to take one for spin.
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Corey L 11:58AM (3/20/2008)
RIMS, or as the kids say, REEEEEIMSSSSS
The red & black/silver looks pretty ostentatious though; perfect for cruising down Rodeo Dr. or the streets of Miami.
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icu812ru469 12:03PM (3/20/2008)
Ho hum... same overall look and design with some refreshing. The "911" look at been around since the '80s and although a nice "classic" look, if Honda or Toyota did the same thing with a vehicle, people would be killing them.
With this said, lovely car though... still... :)
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993C4S 1:58PM (3/20/2008)
That's because they are Honda or Toyota. As the saying goes, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". The Porsche 911 is a classic, iconic design. The fact that it has remained basically the same for over 35 years speaks for itself.
The GT2 is simply the culmination of decades of engineering and styling accomplishment that has not been matched by any other company in the history of sport cars.
LloydChiro 9:05PM (3/20/2008)
Since the '80s? Don't you mean the '60s?
OzoneGTX 12:19PM (3/20/2008)
@ Scott Reynolds
I feel like it will actually be the other way around. The GT2 is somewhat like the benchmark for this class that everything else is compared to. I think only die-hard Corvette or GT-R fans will want one of those cars, because you have to keep in mind that the Porsche buyer will probably never cross shop the Porsche with "just a Nissan" or "just a Chevy". It's that whole name recognition thing that's been beaten to death, but it's true.
The Corvette and GT-R are incredible machine, and they may very well be a better deal, but Porsche fans aren't the ones who will be looking at them. It's those of us who are actually concerned with bang-for-the-buck.
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Scott Reynolds 1:04PM (3/20/2008)
absolutely, point taken.
I was trying to avoid the implication that Porsche buyers would shop all those cars at once, but rather note that the overall interest in GT2-ish level of cars might (in a matter of speaking) dry up due to the success of big performance on more of an every man's budget. something to the tune of: why look at the GT2 when other cars are half the price? I'm not saying this is my opinion or the opinion of car enthusiasts, but more the stance of a lay person looking in.
Jason T. 12:26PM (3/20/2008)
Who cares, the RIMS/WHEELS look nice, I love it and I want one.
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robotrock 12:27PM (3/20/2008)
Actually those "rims" are silver. Please learn the difference between rim and wheel.
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Michael R. 12:37PM (3/20/2008)
New guy here! I am amazed by the comparisons people make between the GT-R, Z06, 911TT/GT2. In fact I can't imagine too many people cross shopping these cars. As great as the GT-R is it lacks a big litre V8, as great as the Z06 is it lacks a small litre V6, both cars lack a small litre flat 6 and so on and so forth. They all put up great numbers but are too different to be cross shopped in my opinion.
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madgamer 4:56PM (3/20/2008)
I think it is still a pretty good performance per dollar value, as when motor trend tested it, it was faster than the carerra gt in every way (a 450k dollar car).