Nosunroof

Well, I am about 100% on my choice of options. Went all out, we only live once! This is as close to a winter DD luxury performance gt3 like spec I could make. Compromise of comfort performance style and got to have a manual! Waiting on exclusive to tell me if I can get the platinum wheels. This is probably the last non turbo generation we will get to buy.
If you are pondering on your options, I can maybe explain my logic of choice.

Config code PFNXP529

911 Carrera 4 GTS
Burmester® Audio Package
Premium Package Plus i.c.w. Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way w/ Alcantara®)
White
Black Leather Interior incl. Alcantara® GTS Package in Carmine Red
ParkAssist (Rear)
Clear Glass Taillights Exclusive
Deletion of GTS Model Designation on Side Doors
Deletion of Model Designation
Manual Transmission
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
20" Carrera S Wheels (asking platinum)
Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) with Memory Package
Instrument Dials in Carmine Red
GTS Interior Package
Luggage Net in Passenger Footwell
Smoking Package
Sport Seats Plus Backrest Shells in Leather Exclusive
Voice Control
European Delivery
European Navigation on PCM

Larry Cable

PDCC but no SPASM... save 3k bin the PDCC

Nosunroof

Looking for more compliant ride when driving the fantastic roads of illinois. Unfortunatly not tested with but all that have it love it, those that dont dont suggest it. It is one of those options I considered longly and said what the hell, go for it!

Vetsky

Congrats.

The only thing I noticed is that you have parking sensors rear. Just as an FYI, with rear only sensors. You only get an audible tone. If you select front and rear you get an image on the PCM screen that shows obstruction distance. Or go all out and get the front, rear, camera. Although, some people do not like the look of the sensors. Just a thought.

On the SPASM vs PDCC, I happen to agree with Larry. I was worried the SPASM in normal mode would be too rough. After trying both a PASM and SPASM car, it was fine. I also liked the look of the slightly lower car. I did not want to add aftermarket parts to lower after the fact. I did try a PDCC car, and while I really didn't get a chance to try it to it's fullest. I did take it on a few curved on-ramps. Truth is I could not really tell the difference.

neurotic

Looking into a GTS....so avoid the PDCC all together?

hinckley

I don't think that anyone thinks that PDCC is a bad thing. I think that most of us just don't think it's with the money.

neurotic

Going into the dealer on Saturday. I'll see if can test a 911 with & without. Hate to waste 3K on something that's not that noticeable. Don't care much for track times. But roads are pretty crappy in Pittsburgh so I wonder if it might help.

Larry Cable

+1 but honestly I do not think the 911 needs active roll/anti-sway bar technology...

Larry Cable

From the Evo AMG GT-S Vs GTS article:

"...Our car's 7MT transmission adds to that sense of purpose, Sadly it has the optional PDCC anti-roll bars and the 20mm lower sport chassis option (SPASM), Past experience suggest that PDCC delivers more grip and stability but less feel and interaction, and spiker on-limit traits. Maybe the GTS has refined those issues, lets hope so."

That's enough for me ... I'd spec SPASM but save myself $3k and kick PDCC into the trash can, particularly since PASM already differentially adjusts in corners...

PDX991

For a luxury DD experience, add the heated steering wheel.

I have a car with PDCC and no Spasm I love it.

Agree with the front and rear sensors.

findtom

+1 from me. SPASM has both the looks, (lower) and the feeling. It's all about the feeling....

Tom.

Nosunroof

So having read many other and your replies, thanks by the way, my logic is the following:
Pasm on gts is standard and will be more confortable in DD. If I want firmer ride for track, I push sport plus right.
Pasm sport in normal will be less conforatble as DD and if I go to track (4-5 times a year) I could hit sport plus and get even firmer.
So my equation is more, how to I get as supple a ride as possible as a DD, and the efficient on track 4-5 times a year?

DD=pasm = compliant = 2
Track pasm = ok = 2
Total pts = 4


DD = pasm sport = not as compliant = 1
Track = pasm sport = better = 3
Total pts = 4


DD = pasm+pdcc = more compliant = 3
Track = pasm + pdcc = good = 2
Total pts = 5


DD = pasm sport + pdcc = less compliant = 1
Track = pasm sport + pdcc = best = 3
Total pts = 4

Considering 100 or 200 days a year of DD vs 4-5 days track, weight is on compliance on Illinois roads and reasoning for my choice.

No question I lose when it comes to the stance of the car, I just console myself with less bumper rub potential.

If my logic is flawed, tell me where.
Cheers

shaytun

SPASM all the way. Perfect stance and never too rough. The only way to go.

wanderfalke

If I was driving a lot of rough surfaces I would spec. PDCC, chopped up pavement slows me down as often as traffic. There are roads in the La Jolla area that I can drive my Raptor faster on than my 991. Rolling on 20 inch rims potholes are not your friend especially if you drive at night.

hinckley

Sorry dude - no sympathy for the travails of having to drive the streets of La Jolla. But if it'll make you feel better, I've got a nice brownstone in Boston that I'll switch out with you for January - March. Just PM me and I'll see you in about 8 hours!