'21 718 GT4 Allocation - First Time P-Owner -Excited!
06-30-2020, 04:16 PM
#16
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Hey Folks!
First time p-car owner and qh was surprised to be offered an allocation for a '21 unit through princetonporsche.com after contacting them on a '20 unit they had on the floor. Sharing my noob experience with Princeton Porsche with the community for all folks to chime in on what was done right and what was missed - both from my side and the vendor side.
Build:
http://www.porsche-code.com/PMU18177
Dealer:
Princeton Porsche
3331 US-1, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
First time p-car owner and qh was surprised to be offered an allocation for a '21 unit through princetonporsche.com after contacting them on a '20 unit they had on the floor. Sharing my noob experience with Princeton Porsche with the community for all folks to chime in on what was done right and what was missed - both from my side and the vendor side.
Build:
http://www.porsche-code.com/PMU18177
Dealer:
Princeton Porsche
3331 US-1, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
as its my first purchase - is there a confirmation letter or form my dealer should provide?
attached is what i received from my SA...
06-30-2020, 04:33 PM
#17
Burning Brakes
Technically, the biggest piece of data there is the commission number (noted as Comm. No. on the build confirmation). You can technically give that number to someone at PCNA (Porsche Cars North America) and they would be able to look up the same information as the dealer.
A commission number means the order is in Porsche's System.
P.S. You should probably remove all of the attachments on your first post. They both include your name, home address, and the last one includes the last 4 of your CC. All of which is generally regarded as a bad idea to post publicly on the internet.
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DFW01TT (06-30-2020)
06-30-2020, 05:40 PM
#18
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The build confirmation you got with the commission number is what you're asking for, and already have.
Technically, the biggest piece of data there is the commission number (noted as Comm. No. on the build confirmation). You can technically give that number to someone at PCNA (Porsche Cars North America) and they would be able to look up the same information as the dealer.
A commission number means the order is in Porsche's System.
P.S. You should probably remove all of the attachments on your first post. They both include your name, home address, and the last one includes the last 4 of your CC. All of which is generally regarded as a bad idea to post publicly on the internet.
Technically, the biggest piece of data there is the commission number (noted as Comm. No. on the build confirmation). You can technically give that number to someone at PCNA (Porsche Cars North America) and they would be able to look up the same information as the dealer.
A commission number means the order is in Porsche's System.
P.S. You should probably remove all of the attachments on your first post. They both include your name, home address, and the last one includes the last 4 of your CC. All of which is generally regarded as a bad idea to post publicly on the internet.
06-30-2020, 05:42 PM
#19
Rennlist Member
interestingly enough (and probably no surprise) Porsche Sport Driving School (in Germany at least) are now using the app as a teaching aide in their track events ...
06-30-2020, 05:44 PM
#20
Rennlist Member
As your SA points out, the build sheet with the commission # on it is your confirmation of an allocation/build, once it goes V2xx you are "locked and loaded" ... esp V250
06-30-2020, 05:56 PM
#21
06-30-2020, 06:34 PM
#22
Noticed that instrument dials in white were specced. Hope you realize that will not include the chrono dial. Some have made that error in the past.
In regards to the suggested dimming mirrors, some have reported on the 981 version that the wing blocks headlights and that the dimming function doesn't work as expected.
In regards to the suggested dimming mirrors, some have reported on the 981 version that the wing blocks headlights and that the dimming function doesn't work as expected.
06-30-2020, 07:39 PM
#23
Burning Brakes
Congrats on your first P car. I'm also waiting for my first P car, a 2020 GT4 that got built last friday!!
You specced it good with MT and buckets for the track. All the rest is personnal. I also specced the PCCB's and will maybe consider steelies as track rotors but not sure. I got carried away and got the folding mirrors/light designg package and auto-dimming mirrors but they wont increase the fun factor of the car.
My car locked on june 10th so at v150 you can still change every option on your car without problem!
You specced it good with MT and buckets for the track. All the rest is personnal. I also specced the PCCB's and will maybe consider steelies as track rotors but not sure. I got carried away and got the folding mirrors/light designg package and auto-dimming mirrors but they wont increase the fun factor of the car.
My car locked on june 10th so at v150 you can still change every option on your car without problem!
06-30-2020, 11:58 PM
#24
Couple things:
Looks good though
- Add the "Smoking Package" option. It's free, and you should get it even if you don't smoke. It adds a cover to the random "change" box right below the buttons on the console.
- "Chrono package" is a wasted option unless you also get "Navigation incl. Porsche Connect". You're just paying for a clock and an extra item in the PCM. The real benefit is having the track precision app (which is only available with navigation)
- Consider climate control / auto-dimming mirrors
I consider these essential on any new car, regardless of how it's used.
Looks good though
Also support climate control. The dual zone thing is misleading. The important point is that without it there is a bunch of empty buttons and screens where the climate control is located.
07-01-2020, 03:02 PM
#25
+1 for auto climate.
Personally I'd add carplay if you're an Apple user. I also have a hard time buying a 6-figure car without full leather, but those options start to add up quick don't they!
Personally I'd add carplay if you're an Apple user. I also have a hard time buying a 6-figure car without full leather, but those options start to add up quick don't they!
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Underblu (07-01-2020)
08-24-2020, 11:00 PM
#26
Advanced
So you are saying if you don't pick dual zone climate control there's actually no "climate control" just fan speed etc? If that's true...I'm so glad I found this thread
08-24-2020, 11:20 PM
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08-25-2020, 12:35 AM
#28
Kicking myself for missing dual zone climate control. Nice to set a temp and let the system work. Totally didn't realize, have it in other pcars. F$ck. Dimming mirrors is a nice touch, have in my 997. Should have gotten it here, think about it on night drives.
08-25-2020, 03:40 AM
#29
Just like any other car with A/C. Direction, recirculation, A/C on or off, A/C max, defrost, etc. Just controlled manually.
I hate auto A/C. I never respond well to numbers. It’s easier for me to tell if I’m hot or cold and adjust accordingly. Auto A/C seems to always blow the fan way too hard for my liking when I don’t expect it or need it.
08-25-2020, 04:01 AM
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