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jp884 · 2022-04-10T03:03:10Z

Explore jp884's vibrant purple Porsche 911 GT3 RS and URWERK timepiece. Discover collector insights on high-performance cars, market trends, and the joy of shared passions.

In this engaging post, jp884 shares the joy of 'dewinterizing' his vibrant purple Porsche 911 GT3 RS, a car made even more special by his daughter's color choice. His stunning photography captures the essence of this high-performance machine alongside his URWERK timepiece, sparking a lively discussion among collectors about their own automotive passions and the unique connections they share with their vehicles and watches.

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The tactile experience of a car's features, like door handles, can evoke a similar sense of precision and quality as the haptics of a luxury watch's components, such as a Lange chronograph pusher.
The current automotive market sees dealerships with sold-out showrooms, making it challenging to acquire new allocations even for established customers.
The absence of rear seats in high-performance models like the Porsche 992 GT3 can be a deciding factor for collectors who prioritize sharing the driving experience with their children, leading them to opt for models like the M2 Competition or a 992 C2S.
A car's color, especially when chosen by a loved one, can significantly enhance its sentimental value, making a high-performance vehicle like a GT3 RS even more cherished.
Driving a highly responsive car like the GT3 RS provides an intense, visceral experience where the driver feels every nuance of the road, akin to piloting a high-performance aircraft.

The Discussion

patrick_y

Apr 10, 2022

Incredible machines; the car and the watch. And nice bear! Is it a GT3 RS? Very nice!

jp884

Apr 10, 2022

Yes it is a GT3 RS, it’s special to me as my daughter picked out the color. The bear, well the dealership knows I’m always buying special toys for the kids😉

patrick_y

Apr 10, 2022

Your daughter and I have something in common. My father also had a purple car at one point! As a child, I remember affectionately calling the car Eggplant. It was an Infiniti J30 in "Royal Cabernet" a metallic purple, I don't know if you remember those cars. As a child, I really liked the car. The haptics on the solid metal door handles felt special, and were precision tuned, kind of like how a Lange chronograph pusher felt. And when the door opened, you'd hear a little woosh of air. I miss Eggp

Gelato Monster

Apr 10, 2022

IMHO you have undoubtedly the benchmark which every sport racing car trying to beat.

jp884

Apr 10, 2022

As far as the bear, priceless for me

jp884

Apr 10, 2022

I do believe it is hard to beat. There are cars that are faster but this one is perfect for me. Feels like you’re piloting an F-16.

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