Re-thinking LWBS vs Sport Plus (countdown to T order lock-down)...
#16
If your daily dress is Sport pants and training shoes get the buckets.
If you wear a suit and tie make sure you do not get buckets.
I have buckets for sure but i have my car for weekends only.
If you wear a suit and tie make sure you do not get buckets.
I have buckets for sure but i have my car for weekends only.
#17
Rennlist Member
I have 18-way, I had kevlar buckets on my track car.
in and out is still a little just a little challenging without hitting the door panel with my foot because of my track oriented seating positioning which I am used to.
i like the fact I can adjust bolsters etc.
in and out is still a little just a little challenging without hitting the door panel with my foot because of my track oriented seating positioning which I am used to.
i like the fact I can adjust bolsters etc.
#18
Rennlist Member
Also depends on how long you’ll keep the T. If you’re keeping it to hold on to, getting in/out of the LWB at an advanced age might not be fun. Plenty of older 911 owners sell their cars because they find ingress/egress too difficult. LWB exacerbate the situation.
#19
I ordered my T with LWB's and do not regret the decision. I dont use the back seats and have no need or use for that space. We have an SUV and a sedan for passengers and errands so I'm lucky to have the T just to cart my happy *** around. I like the driving experience with the buckets and I have figured out how to get in and out in a manner that only looks a little awkward and works very well for me! I have put over 5k miles in less than 4 months and have loved every minute of it! Personal experience and need play the biggest role so get what works for you. Either way you will love the car!
#22
Three Wheelin'
I had the LWBs on my GT4, got the sport+ on the GT3. As you said, comfortable when in them, but not easy getting in and out, which made it a car that I didn't usually drive on days off running around town with lots of stop and go and in and out. I have been really happy with the GT3 seats and use the car for everything now.
#23
Drifting
My GTS is a DD. Has 4-ways with seat heaters and coolers. Use them all the time (yes, even in So Cal, we need seat warmers on occasion). I spec'd my Touring with the buckets but I would have gone with the 4-ways if I had planned on using the Touring as my DD. I would have wanted access to the back seat area for my golf clubs, etc. Also, I'd miss the seat warming/cooling function on my DD. Good problem to have - you can't go wrong either way.
#24
I agree with you about ignoring the bucket hype, but I think the heavy 18-ways are not the way to go with the Carrera T. I went 4-ways for this reason, though I prefer the 4-ways over the 18-ways (and buckets, for that matteR) even if weight and money were equal.
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My GTS is a DD. Has 4-ways with seat heaters and coolers. Use them all the time (yes, even in So Cal, we need seat warmers on occasion). I spec'd my Touring with the buckets but I would have gone with the 4-ways if I had planned on using the Touring as my DD. I would have wanted access to the back seat area for my golf clubs, etc. Also, I'd miss the seat warming/cooling function on my DD. Good problem to have - you can't go wrong either way.
#26
For a daily driver I think comfort trumps everything. Why would you want the have to add the inconveniences of the LWBs several times a day? Yes, they look cool but that will wear off pretty quick while running errands. You already have safe parking spot, speed bumps, low front splitter, and low egress to deal with - why make it harder? Real experience here: If it weren't for these things I'd take my GT3 (with 18-ways) everywhere but instead I take my Macan (also with 18-ways) on most occasions.