New 2018 991.2 GTS. My first Porsche
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New 2018 991.2 GTS. My first Porsche
Hi All,
I wanted to say thank you to everyone here for all the help on research, and decision making. i made my deposit today, and expect to lock my spec in March. They say late June delivery.
I would really appreciate any feedback on the spec. I didn't want to go crazy as i like the GTS almost as-is, and i wanted to stay in the 130K range, but can probably swing another 5K in options if folks think i left out a MUST HAVE. Would welcome your thoughts. Thanks a lot for having me on the forum, and i'll be sure to post pics once it's delivered.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJ8LXSF1
Notes:
- i like alcantara so not a big loss on full leather
- did not think light design package worth it. is it?
- i added guards red to dials and seat belts. worth the add on the chrono clock as well?
- went with the 4 ways based on positive reviews from most and the alcantara. will i miss the 14's or 18's that badly?
- i left out carbon in outside mirrors-- seemed expensive option but i know it looks good.
- front lift out as i read most folks had no issues scrapping
- left out seat heating because alcantara is relatively warm and i dont expect to drive this in below freezing temps
- is it worth adding leather or alcantara anywhere else like the visor and fuse box? i see a lot of people saying that's a must
I wanted to say thank you to everyone here for all the help on research, and decision making. i made my deposit today, and expect to lock my spec in March. They say late June delivery.
I would really appreciate any feedback on the spec. I didn't want to go crazy as i like the GTS almost as-is, and i wanted to stay in the 130K range, but can probably swing another 5K in options if folks think i left out a MUST HAVE. Would welcome your thoughts. Thanks a lot for having me on the forum, and i'll be sure to post pics once it's delivered.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJ8LXSF1
Notes:
- i like alcantara so not a big loss on full leather
- did not think light design package worth it. is it?
- i added guards red to dials and seat belts. worth the add on the chrono clock as well?
- went with the 4 ways based on positive reviews from most and the alcantara. will i miss the 14's or 18's that badly?
- i left out carbon in outside mirrors-- seemed expensive option but i know it looks good.
- front lift out as i read most folks had no issues scrapping
- left out seat heating because alcantara is relatively warm and i dont expect to drive this in below freezing temps
- is it worth adding leather or alcantara anywhere else like the visor and fuse box? i see a lot of people saying that's a must
#2
I had 14-ways in my previous 911. I have 18-ways in my current 991.2 and 4-ways in my Macan. If I had to do it over I'd go 4-ways in the 991.2. I think they are lighter as well. Seats are very personal and everyone has their opinion.
I could have also saved money on the FAL. I needed it and didn't have it on my previous 911 but have not needed it on my 991.2.
Overall I like your spec as you did not go crazy. I would not do carbon in outside mirrors. It cuts up the look of the car. Again just one guy's opinion.
I could have also saved money on the FAL. I needed it and didn't have it on my previous 911 but have not needed it on my 991.2.
Overall I like your spec as you did not go crazy. I would not do carbon in outside mirrors. It cuts up the look of the car. Again just one guy's opinion.
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Race Car
Congrats on the car. I'm sure plenty of people will comment on the spec - but all that matters is what you think.
FWIW - I don't think you'll miss the 14 or 18 ways. You'll set the seat the way you like it and leave it. I'd miss the seat heaters and entry/drive.
FWIW - I don't think you'll miss the 14 or 18 ways. You'll set the seat the way you like it and leave it. I'd miss the seat heaters and entry/drive.
#4
Burning Brakes
Voice Control? (It is free.)
Edit: btw, I am jealous that you can get a June delivery. My dealer is saying if I order today, the order wouldn't be accepted until June/July and the car would arrive Sept/Oct. ugh.
Edit: btw, I am jealous that you can get a June delivery. My dealer is saying if I order today, the order wouldn't be accepted until June/July and the car would arrive Sept/Oct. ugh.
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I have had 4 ways in my GT3,GTS.
18 ways in TTS.
4 ways are fine imo.
Consider auto dim mirrors.
Might be a bit much red inside. Kinda a Superman edition if that's your thing.
I like the standard black aluminum trim.
And I got leather seating surface at no additional cost so I could get seat warming. Had to get cooling too as part of the change.
Opted for no sunroof and 6 lug wheels. But that's just me.
Have enough alcantara in my GT4.
My msrp 138.
Yours at 132 is good.
18 ways in TTS.
4 ways are fine imo.
Consider auto dim mirrors.
Might be a bit much red inside. Kinda a Superman edition if that's your thing.
I like the standard black aluminum trim.
And I got leather seating surface at no additional cost so I could get seat warming. Had to get cooling too as part of the change.
Opted for no sunroof and 6 lug wheels. But that's just me.
Have enough alcantara in my GT4.
My msrp 138.
Yours at 132 is good.
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interesting. Didn’t see that as an option—even if free. Thanks for heads up! As for delivery, that’s what he said, but maybe he’s being overly positive. I really hope it’s not September and miss entire summer!!
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thanks! I did get the entry/drive. I love it on my x5
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#8
Burning Brakes
Above Bose. I have also seen people who skip the Entry & Drive. Frankly I am pretty much done with the touchless approach, and fine with pushing a button.
Edit: German cars are pretty much against keyless start. Since I too won't be driving much in the winter, I don't think I'd miss it.
Edit: German cars are pretty much against keyless start. Since I too won't be driving much in the winter, I don't think I'd miss it.
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I have had 4 ways in my GT3,GTS.
18 ways in TTS.
4 ways are fine imo.
Consider auto dim mirrors.
Might be a bit much red inside. Kinda a Superman edition if that's your thing.
I like the standard black aluminum trim.
And I got leather seating surface at no additional cost so I could get seat warming. Had to get cooling too as part of the change.
Opted for no sunroof and 6 lug wheels. But that's just me.
Have enough alcantara in my GT4.
My msrp 138.
Yours at 132 is good.
18 ways in TTS.
4 ways are fine imo.
Consider auto dim mirrors.
Might be a bit much red inside. Kinda a Superman edition if that's your thing.
I like the standard black aluminum trim.
And I got leather seating surface at no additional cost so I could get seat warming. Had to get cooling too as part of the change.
Opted for no sunroof and 6 lug wheels. But that's just me.
Have enough alcantara in my GT4.
My msrp 138.
Yours at 132 is good.
#10
Race Car
Very nice build! I actually like the red accents! It isn't like you went with an all red interior or anything. I think it will look very classy in person.
You picked the fastest color, too! Post pics when you get it.
Mine should show up in early April. I went a little crazy on the options but none of what I ordered is "must have" - your build looks great.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJKBZEJ1
You picked the fastest color, too! Post pics when you get it.
Mine should show up in early April. I went a little crazy on the options but none of what I ordered is "must have" - your build looks great.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJKBZEJ1
Hi All,
I wanted to say thank you to everyone here for all the help on research, and decision making. i made my deposit today, and expect to lock my spec in March. They say late June delivery.
I would really appreciate any feedback on the spec. I didn't want to go crazy as i like the GTS almost as-is, and i wanted to stay in the 130K range, but can probably swing another 5K in options if folks think i left out a MUST HAVE. Would welcome your thoughts. Thanks a lot for having me on the forum, and i'll be sure to post pics once it's delivered.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJ8LXSF1
Notes:
- i like alcantara so not a big loss on full leather
- did not think light design package worth it. is it?
- i added guards red to dials and seat belts. worth the add on the chrono clock as well?
- went with the 4 ways based on positive reviews from most and the alcantara. will i miss the 14's or 18's that badly?
- i left out carbon in outside mirrors-- seemed expensive option but i know it looks good.
- front lift out as i read most folks had no issues scrapping
- left out seat heating because alcantara is relatively warm and i dont expect to drive this in below freezing temps
- is it worth adding leather or alcantara anywhere else like the visor and fuse box? i see a lot of people saying that's a must
I wanted to say thank you to everyone here for all the help on research, and decision making. i made my deposit today, and expect to lock my spec in March. They say late June delivery.
I would really appreciate any feedback on the spec. I didn't want to go crazy as i like the GTS almost as-is, and i wanted to stay in the 130K range, but can probably swing another 5K in options if folks think i left out a MUST HAVE. Would welcome your thoughts. Thanks a lot for having me on the forum, and i'll be sure to post pics once it's delivered.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJ8LXSF1
Notes:
- i like alcantara so not a big loss on full leather
- did not think light design package worth it. is it?
- i added guards red to dials and seat belts. worth the add on the chrono clock as well?
- went with the 4 ways based on positive reviews from most and the alcantara. will i miss the 14's or 18's that badly?
- i left out carbon in outside mirrors-- seemed expensive option but i know it looks good.
- front lift out as i read most folks had no issues scrapping
- left out seat heating because alcantara is relatively warm and i dont expect to drive this in below freezing temps
- is it worth adding leather or alcantara anywhere else like the visor and fuse box? i see a lot of people saying that's a must
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Race Car
Hi All,
I wanted to say thank you to everyone here for all the help on research, and decision making. i made my deposit today, and expect to lock my spec in March. They say late June delivery.
I would really appreciate any feedback on the spec. I didn't want to go crazy as i like the GTS almost as-is, and i wanted to stay in the 130K range, but can probably swing another 5K in options if folks think i left out a MUST HAVE. Would welcome your thoughts. Thanks a lot for having me on the forum, and i'll be sure to post pics once it's delivered.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJ8LXSF1
Notes:
- i like alcantara so not a big loss on full leather
- did not think light design package worth it. is it?
- i added guards red to dials and seat belts. worth the add on the chrono clock as well?
- went with the 4 ways based on positive reviews from most and the alcantara. will i miss the 14's or 18's that badly?
- i left out carbon in outside mirrors-- seemed expensive option but i know it looks good.
- front lift out as i read most folks had no issues scrapping
- left out seat heating because alcantara is relatively warm and i dont expect to drive this in below freezing temps
- is it worth adding leather or alcantara anywhere else like the visor and fuse box? i see a lot of people saying that's a must
I wanted to say thank you to everyone here for all the help on research, and decision making. i made my deposit today, and expect to lock my spec in March. They say late June delivery.
I would really appreciate any feedback on the spec. I didn't want to go crazy as i like the GTS almost as-is, and i wanted to stay in the 130K range, but can probably swing another 5K in options if folks think i left out a MUST HAVE. Would welcome your thoughts. Thanks a lot for having me on the forum, and i'll be sure to post pics once it's delivered.
https://www.porsche.com/microsite/po...px?c=/PJ8LXSF1
Notes:
- i like alcantara so not a big loss on full leather
- did not think light design package worth it. is it?
- i added guards red to dials and seat belts. worth the add on the chrono clock as well?
- went with the 4 ways based on positive reviews from most and the alcantara. will i miss the 14's or 18's that badly?
- i left out carbon in outside mirrors-- seemed expensive option but i know it looks good.
- front lift out as i read most folks had no issues scrapping
- left out seat heating because alcantara is relatively warm and i dont expect to drive this in below freezing temps
- is it worth adding leather or alcantara anywhere else like the visor and fuse box? i see a lot of people saying that's a must
#13
Congrats on your first Porsche! My 991.2 GTS is my first Porsche as well and my build is almost identical to yours (MT, rear axle, BOSE, 4-ways, no front lift, entry and drive, carbon trim w/ shifter) and I've been super happy with it. I did extended leather on to the dash as well as a few guys I work with recommended it. The only options I sometimes wish I had added is the LED headlights and the standard leather seats. I like the look of the single lens on the lights but I wonder if the LEDs are significantly better? The reason I went with the standard lights is that after watching Nick Murray's video comparing the two, it didn't seem like a big difference. With regards to the alcantara I think it looks good, but I wonder how it will wear as compared to standard leather? Finally, every time I'm cleaning the brake dust off my wheels I sometimes wish I had the carbon ceramics, but I couldn't justify the cost. Looking forward to seeing pics of your new car. Congrats again!
Last edited by Danish79; 02-15-2018 at 09:32 PM. Reason: grammar
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Thanks a lot! good to hear you are liking the spec so far. i'm also thinking of adding the extended leather for a bit more refinement and less plastic. i spent a lot of time looking at the LEDs, and i had a hard time justifying the cost. I had them on a Q7 and also tested them when i bought the X5 and they didnt make a big difference to me. will def. share pics--i dont know how you guys wait for these cars and not die in the process
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Congrats on the car and your careful selection of options. I'd add dimming mirrors and seat heating and call it a day.