whiteworks
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Berts was at $57k for a Pro R NA ultimate when I talked with Ron in early October. By the time you outfit it if you’re able to do the labor yourself it’s gonna be $65k.
Is it worth it? Well the short answer is yes, with out a doubt it’s a badass car. It’s approximately 20% more car than a turbo S when it comes to operation is my take. We have two in our group that showed up early last season, both “launch edition” cars. Both outfitted with 35” tires, bead locks, full comms, lights, switch pro, spare, tools, first aide, windshields and some other stuff. Platform was easy to expand on, and all that stuff is mandatory IMO. Have not weighed cars wet and outfitted, but it’s some weight for sure.
We run out in the desert, I don’t think the NA cars are needed out there to be honest. In the sand I think that’s the way to go, and I’m sure there is an after market turbo kit in the works someplace. No such thing as too much power in the sand. But for hardback desert I’m leaning towards a turbo ultimate pro r at this point. NA car is rad, and will not be taxed loping along in hardback. I’m a little concerned about the extra 500lbs of pro r platform vs. the old S cars, if going turbo power. but I’m not looking to haul ass with the family onboard, just cruise in total comfort is my goal.
I sat bitch in one of the pro r cars last week, we ran about 100 mile loop, it’s a thirsty bitch and we were not even on the pipe. Had to hustle up a few gallons of gas off a friend when we got to slash X just to play it safe. My friend that was driving is a legit road race guy, riding with him isn’t really a normal assessment vs. your average Joe driver like myself. He keeps the car well within its operation envelope, balanced and planted, no where near the ragged edge, very precise in his driving.
These cars eat up the desert, flat out get down and take care of business. I think a lot of people are gonna get really fucked up in these cars if they drive over there head and things go bad, it’s not gonna be good. it’s a big heavy machine and capable of creating a lot of moving energy, directed properly it will be amazing, directed improperly, hopefully these cages are as stout as they appear and wrist restraints or nets are in place.
Is it worth it? Well the short answer is yes, with out a doubt it’s a badass car. It’s approximately 20% more car than a turbo S when it comes to operation is my take. We have two in our group that showed up early last season, both “launch edition” cars. Both outfitted with 35” tires, bead locks, full comms, lights, switch pro, spare, tools, first aide, windshields and some other stuff. Platform was easy to expand on, and all that stuff is mandatory IMO. Have not weighed cars wet and outfitted, but it’s some weight for sure.
We run out in the desert, I don’t think the NA cars are needed out there to be honest. In the sand I think that’s the way to go, and I’m sure there is an after market turbo kit in the works someplace. No such thing as too much power in the sand. But for hardback desert I’m leaning towards a turbo ultimate pro r at this point. NA car is rad, and will not be taxed loping along in hardback. I’m a little concerned about the extra 500lbs of pro r platform vs. the old S cars, if going turbo power. but I’m not looking to haul ass with the family onboard, just cruise in total comfort is my goal.
I sat bitch in one of the pro r cars last week, we ran about 100 mile loop, it’s a thirsty bitch and we were not even on the pipe. Had to hustle up a few gallons of gas off a friend when we got to slash X just to play it safe. My friend that was driving is a legit road race guy, riding with him isn’t really a normal assessment vs. your average Joe driver like myself. He keeps the car well within its operation envelope, balanced and planted, no where near the ragged edge, very precise in his driving.
These cars eat up the desert, flat out get down and take care of business. I think a lot of people are gonna get really fucked up in these cars if they drive over there head and things go bad, it’s not gonna be good. it’s a big heavy machine and capable of creating a lot of moving energy, directed properly it will be amazing, directed improperly, hopefully these cages are as stout as they appear and wrist restraints or nets are in place.