718 GTS 4.0
#511
Burning Brakes
One of the dealers called me and told me he has an allocation for October. We can start to build it when the configurator comes online, which he expected to be soon. He stated at that time, they would expect a 10% deposit. Is that what you have experienced in the past? I have never built a Porsche. Secondly, assuming a dealer margin of 9.68%, what would you suggest I go in at, 5% off MSRP. Back when I got my name on a list last year, both of the dealers told me they never sell above MSRP, so I put a refundable deposit down with each to get on the allocation list. Thanks for any advice you have.
If you're going to put at least that much down (and it's refundable) then it might be worth it to you, but otherwise I'd see if they'll let you do less... having $10k tied up for months without a new car is just loaning them money
#512
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One of the dealers called me and told me he has an allocation for October. We can start to build it when the configurator comes online, which he expected to be soon. He stated at that time, they would expect a 10% deposit. Is that what you have experienced in the past? I have never built a Porsche. Secondly, assuming a dealer margin of 9.68%, what would you suggest I go in at, 5% off MSRP. Back when I got my name on a list last year, both of the dealers told me they never sell above MSRP, so I put a refundable deposit down with each to get on the allocation list. Thanks for any advice you have.
#513
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My dealer asked for a $3K deposit on an $81K build 10 years ago. I got 7.25% off MSRP in 2010. Good luck with your order!
#514
When ordering my first car my local dealer asked for 10k. All cars after that have been 5k. And I’m the first allocation for the 4.0 and have no deposit until I submit a built when the configurator comes out.
#515
Instructor
One local dealer here in California (Fresno to be exact) asked me for a $5k non refundable deposit to get on the list for the GTS 4.0. When I raised the issue of non-refundable deposits being illegal in the state, he said of my objections "(your) lack of commitment is a concern for us and less likely to give you an allocation." I lol'd and looked elsewhere.
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Dr.Bill (06-11-2020)
#516
Racer
I have the 1st allocation spot for a 4.0 at my local P Dealer when they open up as part of the deal made when the Dealer bought my 981S in Feb. He had a desperate buyer for my car and had been working me since before Christmas...when the 4.0 unveil happened I made the sale contingent on getting on the allocation list. I was 1st out the gate for it.
In the meantime they put me in a 997.1 S Cab that I get to have fun in while I'm waiting
In the meantime they put me in a 997.1 S Cab that I get to have fun in while I'm waiting
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UncleDude (01-02-2021)
#517
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One of the dealers called me and told me he has an allocation for October. We can start to build it when the configurator comes online, which he expected to be soon. He stated at that time, they would expect a 10% deposit. Is that what you have experienced in the past? I have never built a Porsche. Secondly, assuming a dealer margin of 9.68%, what would you suggest I go in at, 5% off MSRP. Back when I got my name on a list last year, both of the dealers told me they never sell above MSRP, so I put a refundable deposit down with each to get on the allocation list. Thanks for any advice you have.
Are there allocations now available, anyone else, not at my dealer as of yet?
#518
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#519
Called my local dealer and they have one allocation for September, that's all the info I was given and was told an SA would call me to discuss the details....typical, they never called back . Amazing the cages I have to rattle just to get someone's ear at porsche.
#520
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Boxster...
Python Green, black leather, black calipers, SILVER wheels?
GT Silver, Espresso Natural Leather, black calipers, silver wheels? Black or brown top? Natural leather is SO much softer and better than the standard grainy leather.
Will this be the last 4.0 NA Boxster?
Replace a beautiful and excellent GT Silver with Natural Brown Leather 987.1 S with hydraulic steering and Milltek mufflers that I love and drive almost every day, for $70k+ extra?
Discuss...
[German configurator]
Python Green, black leather, black calipers, SILVER wheels?
GT Silver, Espresso Natural Leather, black calipers, silver wheels? Black or brown top? Natural leather is SO much softer and better than the standard grainy leather.
Will this be the last 4.0 NA Boxster?
Replace a beautiful and excellent GT Silver with Natural Brown Leather 987.1 S with hydraulic steering and Milltek mufflers that I love and drive almost every day, for $70k+ extra?
Discuss...
[German configurator]
Last edited by hf1; 06-10-2020 at 09:47 PM.
#522
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first part is an emotional decision, may or not be the last NA Boxster
getting a new one configured how you like is certainly a great reward/grand experience
second part is a financial decision and for most folks clearly not worth $50k or $70k or maybe more to upgrade over something you love and drive every day
I've asked about PTS and PDK availability on GT4, Spyder and GTS 4.0
standard Sergeant Schultz answer, "I know nothing"
I'm thinking a new car with PDK and PTS would be nice, but not necessary
the price delta is certainly a major downside and I don't think it's worth it to have the last NA of anything (car collectors will probably disagree)
and who knows how things will play out with the "virus happenings and car sales/production"
getting a new one configured how you like is certainly a great reward/grand experience
second part is a financial decision and for most folks clearly not worth $50k or $70k or maybe more to upgrade over something you love and drive every day
I've asked about PTS and PDK availability on GT4, Spyder and GTS 4.0
standard Sergeant Schultz answer, "I know nothing"
I'm thinking a new car with PDK and PTS would be nice, but not necessary
the price delta is certainly a major downside and I don't think it's worth it to have the last NA of anything (car collectors will probably disagree)
and who knows how things will play out with the "virus happenings and car sales/production"
#524
The 718 GTS models are sort of up in the Canadian configurator! You can't get to them directly but if you pick another Cayman model, then go back to the "Models" menu in the upper left you can pick the GTS. The pictures are broken so you don't get to see what your config will look like but you do get to see it starts at $92,100CAD (which seems good to me!) and you get to see the colors and options.
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US site still absent GTS.