I just bought my 991.2 C2 in November last year - first Porsche. I looked at a C2S but talked myself out of it because it felt like a lot of power for me as a first time owner. I am totally happy with my current car (DD) but I would not be complaining if I had more power now. If it did it all over again, I would get a 2017 used GTS or failing that, an S. Even in 2017 there were good deals on used 991.2's. You don't need to use all the power but you can if you feel like it. I would often feel like it ;-). My thinking might be defined as mission creep; any one of them will put a huge smile on your face for a long time. I would sort out the features you feel you really need and then the ones you want but don't necessarily need. Those add-ons can be a deep, dark, expensive hole.

 

Part of the reason I went with the GTS - didn't want to be back a few years later wishing I had gotten a upgraded model - ~$12K in added value over adding same options to S, like the wider rear. No regrets about it being too much power like the tighter suspension and ride, which can be mitigated if too much by comfort tire pressures (only good to 165mph ), RWS is really slick for handling but more importantly makes for very tight turn radius in urban environments, FAL is also nice for same. Use it frequently and have had no scrapes even with the lower SPASM.Until the GT3 touring which is pretty hard to come by it is also the highest level 911 with MT. For all the critics of the 7 speed, its basically a 6 with an OD, no issues whatsoever with spacing or accidental wrong gears, for me anyways. Also for urban environs recommend the folding mirrors

 

I'm kind of smitten with the PCCBs.

 

 

get the highest optioned, good condition used 'S' model coupe you can find, CPO'd if possible.....you just need to pick a transmission first....

1) unless you want to waste months researching(lifes too short for that) then its near impossible to figure out the options you prioritize now without driving. a high optioned car will let you experience them all but as a used vehicle you wont blow your budget on stuff you dont really value.
2) used will depreciate less and there is like a 90% chance you will want something else in a year or two because this is a learning curve
3) the S will give you more power when you want it which is the most expensive and hardest thing to change besides transmission (and you already know you want a coupe)

 

First picking your 1st 911 should be a great experience. Drive several and get to know which one appeals to you and really checks all the logical and emotional boxes. You don't have to get used as your 1st if you don't want to. There are great deals on used but get what you really want so regrets are not part of the after purchase process.

The turbo engine is now part of the overall Porsche experience and I really believe no one does it better than Porsche. They are reliable but get on with full or at least CPO warranty because there is always "stuff' that needs attention and in a Porsche "stuff adds up". The TT and Turbo S cars are like wine drinking a bit. Start with proven vintages to get your palette educated before you move to the high $ vintages. Don't overdue it or overpay on the 1st until you know what you really like and/or don't need.

I have owned over a dozen Porsche cars that have always excited me and treated me well as as far as reliability. I was a manual only hard head and now with the TTS can't see why I didn't try PDK earlier. Don't drive mine in the winter but daily drive it approx 8 months a year and have been fortunate to only have to deal with regular maintenance. Treat hem well and they will reciprocate. Oil change more than you need to as it is the lowest cost form of insurance. Lastly drive them, enjoy them and if possible make your wife and child part of the ownership experience. Good luck, the hunt should be as much hunt as the catch.

 

It sounds like a new or low milage 991.2 C2 would be a good starting point for you since you are just looking to fill your dreams and money is not an issue.

I am also in the hunt for my first 911 so I am going to give you a different suggestion than other long time members here... Try renting multiple 911 trims that you are considering on Turo so you don't make your decision based on 10 to 15 minutes of test drives and forum suggestions (a good starting point though). Most models are out there on Turo for you to enjoy for a weekend or more so you can learn and get acquainted to the car(s) better. This is probably the best way to help you narrow down what you want.

 

 

...and faster.

 

You're all drug peddlers...all of ya

 

T's have back seats unless you order them with buckets (LWB's for our new guy).

 

Just pulled the trigger on a 2019 Carrera 4. I tried to find CPO 911's but there aren't any with the equipment I wanted or the colors.

Plus, the CPO's I saw were substantially more than a new order and the 4's were S and Targa 4 models. I wanted AWD for added safety but base model.

If you buy in-stock or CPO, you have to be flexible. For me, for this purchase, no flexibility but some compromise (had to draw a line on the extras).

Do what makes you happy and can afford without being too crazy on options.

Good luck.

 

Congrats, let's see a pic or two when you get them.

But if one can afford it why not go crazy?! Personally, I am trying to fill as many of the console buttons as I can before my freeze date in 2 days.