denniscasey

Second time posting and I expect "essential options" has been subject many times, but lacking history on this forum thought I would ask anyhow.

First, are there "obscure" options hidden amongst all the options that are not readily apparent but would be great to have?

Second, thinking of optimizing resale/tradein value (I know depreciation eats your lunch on any car); what are most desireable options I should equip car with not only for my personal enjoyment (that of course varies by person), but for resale value? For instance, my wife loves park assist option which is not high on my list.

Probably would get Cayman S, but still considering Cayman.

Thank you, Dennis

ExMB

Everything looses value. Look at blackbook or similar the previous years. Buy it for yourself and don't worry what value it will have down the road.

gregbj8

One obscure option group is deviated stitching on seats, steering wheel, and various parts of the dash. Many color choices. They are only available on the dealer's configurator.

Chris from Cali

In all seriousness, don't count a single option against future value. You will get nearly zero return on "investment". As mentioned, buy it the way you want it, don't worry about it, and enjoy it.

On topic, make sure if you do deviated stitching, etc. to get ALL the leather pieces done. In the 997, there was a piece just before the shifter that was always forgotten. Not to mention the shift boot itself....

jivemutha

On Planet-9, there has been a lot of self-deception about getting certain options "to improve resale value." It's refreshing to read the replies above to the OP's question, all telling it like it really is. Given that any option will lose you some money--absolutely none, including PDK, will make you money--you've been given good advice by these folks. Get what you want.