SoCal C2S

koala

I went C2S specifically because I have two young children. If I didnt need the rear seat, I'd have gone GT4 or even perhaps a regular Cayman S or GTS and saved some money.

I think the joy of sharing the car with your family will outweigh the sportier nature of the mid engine chassis

phs0316

I bought C4S just because it has depreciated more, so I figured I wouldn't buy a used car that has appreciated...

but if I had to go through again, I would stretch myself and get GT3.

Gh0st0

BlackCS

I've had a 2013 C4S, andI found that car to be extremely boring to drive, and this is with an AWE switchpath exhaust, not enough excitement for the compromise when using it as a daily. I switched to a 14 Cayman S, which is much more lively, and now I'm aiming for a gt3.

ChristyT

Unfortunately, I was busy at work and both sold. Then, I saw a GTS in person and realized I needed the widebody. Unfortunately, most GTS' are a bit out of my price range at the moment! That one had high mileage but was in very good condition.

I don't need the wider body, but I like the looks of the car!

groundhog

C4S - kids love to ride in a Porsche - game over

The new GT4 will be out in the next year - it will be much improved over the outgoing model - so if you want to scratch that itch the wait will be worth it.

Inrev

I recently sold my GT4 in favor of a 2017 C2S and frankly I don't regret it. Just the fact that my 2 kids can ride with me in the car means I don't get to use my Porsche only for the track but I can also daily drive it and enjoy it more often. I'm about as fast on the track with the C2S as I was with the stock GT4 so I don't feel a loss in performance and I enjoy the rear-engine challenge and different corner entry. It's more civilized and comfortable while retaining a sporty nature. Also I like the fact that it doesn't command as much attention. The GT4 felt a bit juvenile sometimes.

The Fat Kid

AMitchell0039

^^My thoughts exactly^^. I have a 991 GTS with the Aero cup package in Carmine Red and absolutely love it. It has major presence (i.e. 3.8 NA engine, CL Turbo S wheels, wider hips like the OP mentioned) and the practicality of 2+2 seating (I even have a car seat in the back for my son at the moment).

It might be tough to find one at the $90,000 price point but if that can be stretched just a bit, there are some great examples out there.

stout

^ Mirrors my experiences, but jumping from a GT4 > a "mere" 991.2 Carrera 7MT.

Looking at the OP's budget of $90k, a CPO 991.2 Carrera/S is worth considering unless a) you just gotta have a big wing, b) you really do need those wider rear fenders (do note that they are the same on the 991 narrow and wide bodies all the way until the "fall-off" as the steel turns down to meet the wheel lip—so the "upper hip" is the same), and/or c) it's an NA engine or bust. If any or all of the above are stipulations, then 991.1 GTS with high miles and high care would my first choice...but the 991.2's improvements in handling precision, ride, steering, shifting (991.1 GTS very good here also), PCM, engine, and other areas are worthwhile. For me, more valuable than a wing and wider rear fenders for me, but this is so very much an individual thing and YMMV.

Chris C.

Time to add DSC to your C2S! Made a big impact on my 991.1 S

ChristyT

Thanks everyone!

I like the NA feel, but perhaps I could look at a turbo version of a 991. The rear seats would be nice. I could easily upgrade the suspension down the line to mirror a GT4, for not too much money, if I went in that direction. I hear Elephant Racing does a lot of neat upgrades.

And yes, I want something classy and not juvenile. I do a lot of marketing and networking in "a man's world" and my inner tomboy persona definitely helps, but having a car that car guys take seriously has never hurt anyone. At some offices I network with, half of the cars in the lot are 911's. At the local Mavs meetups, there aren't many enthusiast gals, and some people (including my father, bless his heart) are downright surprised that a lady can operate 3 pedals.

So, the C4S it is! Or, a higher mile GTS. I loved the one posted above (in yellow) but my husband isn't a fan of the color. Most all of them are going for $100k plus still, which is OK: the C4S is no slouch and at $20,000 cheaper, makes me feel like I am being "responsible".

guab

As others have mentioned, kiddo duty makes the 911 the ideal choice. Also, I don't think I would want to drive my Spyder that many miles per year -- where I would not hesitate to do so in the 911.

LavaGTS

Look into a 991.2 BASE pre owned. It's in your price range, and you'll get newer warranty. It will wax every car you're after in acceleration. The kids will love the torque, and inside the cabin it sounds as good, if not better than a .1. It'll also steer a lot better plus you'll have the benefit of newer tech goodies.

There's too many voices in your head at this point. You're gonna settle for something you don't want deep down inside because of this. Good luck.