Carrera T ordered
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Yes, I can see that now. Beautiful GTS!
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Anyone have thoughts on Standard vs. Leather CT interior? Worth the extra $4200?
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Thanks! I did not pay an ADM but of course it depends on the stealership. 3 out of 4 that I spoke with wanted an ADM of $10k above MSRP citing very limited availability and very high demand. When asked what production numbers will look like, they can only give me a range of about 700-1500, production year only for 18. YMMV but will most likely be presented with an ADM.
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If someone were to get LWBs in this car, that would be the main reason imo, which can't be had on S or GTS. Otherwise, it seems to me a GTS with RAS seems a smarter option, which has the same shifter and lower gears, same SPASM, but more hp and bigger brakes. And possibly can be discounted. If I can get a GTS within 15k of the T outfitted similarly, I'm thinking it's a better idea.
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agreed, I would never pay ADM for any model. With respect to comparing the T to other options in the range, I believe it represents an opportunity to get into something that will be somewhat limited, driver focused, new and built to spec, rather than used. A bit more special if you will, where HP isn’t everything.
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For those that didn’t read the fine print, the T comes with sports PASM, 20” Carerra S wheels, Porsche Sport Exhaust, MECHANICAL locking differential, shorter gearing and a short shifter, bespoke interior, plus some lightweighting features. These items account for the increased cost versus the base Carerra. You have the option of ordering light weight buckets, which makes the car nearly track ready, and even cooler to boot.
I was able to get a small discount from MSRP.
I was able to get a small discount from MSRP.
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Maybe once or twice a year at most.
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This. And so did I.
For those that didn’t read the fine print, the T comes with sports PASM, 20” Carerra S wheels, Porsche Sport Exhaust, MECHANICAL locking differential, shorter gearing and a short shifter, bespoke interior, plus some lightweighting features. These items account for the increased cost versus the base Carerra. You have the option of ordering light weight buckets, which makes the car nearly track ready, and even cooler to boot.
I was able to get a small discount from MSRP.
I was able to get a small discount from MSRP.
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For those that didn’t read the fine print, the T comes with sports PASM, 20” Carerra S wheels, Porsche Sport Exhaust, MECHANICAL locking differential, shorter gearing and a short shifter, bespoke interior, plus some lightweighting features. These items account for the increased cost versus the base Carerra. You have the option of ordering light weight buckets, which makes the car nearly track ready, and even cooler to boot.
I was able to get a small discount from MSRP.
I was able to get a small discount from MSRP.
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^ Actually, I was also a little disappointed initially because I was hoping for a more “retro” model with some cool pastel colors and houndstooth seats, perhaps even a bit cheaper like the original T.
However, the T as it stands can be configured as a great track/street car. That’s my plan anyway.
However, the T as it stands can be configured as a great track/street car. That’s my plan anyway.
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I’m very excited about the car as I feel that it will be a great balance of playfulness, excitement/noise and daily/trackability (if desired). I do think this car is going to surprise many once the first couple of reviews start trickling out.