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Old 07-07-2019, 02:33 PM
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Red interior, nice!!!
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Old 07-07-2019, 02:58 PM
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Well done. Love the 4 pipe exhaust and the model delete. And don't worry, the base can get you into as much trouble as the T, S or GTS. Post the build when you manage to stop driving it.
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Old 07-07-2019, 06:30 PM
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Congrats! Very nice colour combo, love it!
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Old 07-07-2019, 10:09 PM
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Thanks very much, everyone! Glad to be able join the fun with this knowledgeable and great group on Rennlist.

I went with the Black/Bordeaux interior, gloss black wheels, gloss black sport tail pipes, gloss black lettering, tinted taillights, PDLS+ with black surrounds, and glass sunroof. I think it all adds up to a clean, consistent, and sporty look. I also optioned the Burmester and it sounds amazing!

She may be the last or one of the last 991.2 base Carrera builds, which is neat! (As reflected in another post, I ordered it after I saw the debut of the 992.)

I’ll try to post more pictures later.

Happy driving everyone!


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Old 07-07-2019, 10:35 PM
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991 forever!
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Old 07-08-2019, 09:04 AM
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Beautiful!
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Old 07-08-2019, 12:02 PM
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Gorgeous car, but no Sport Chrono (for sport + pdk mode?)

With all the other pricey options, clearly not a cost issue.
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Old 07-08-2019, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by pfbz
Gorgeous car, but no Sport Chrono (for sport + pdk mode?)

With all the other pricey options, clearly not a cost issue.
Thanks!

I could have gone either way, but one of the first things the Mrs. noted when we test drove was the plastic Manetinno-like dial. I actually thought it looks pretty good and liked the additional sport+ and individual setting control, but I never really cared for the clock in the center. Since she didn't like the dial, I went without it and kept consistent with the overall clean look inside and out. I think most people prefer Sports Chrono though.

If Porsche fixes the design of the 911 in the 992.2, maybe I would include Sports Chrono in a future build. I can definitely say that I'm very happy now with the beautiful 991.2 and glad I got it over the 992.1. I think the 991 design and engineering captures a near perfect balance between classic and modern 911.
Old 07-08-2019, 10:51 PM
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Awesome car! Congrats!
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Old 07-08-2019, 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by TennisGuy
Thanks!

I could have gone either way, but one of the first things the Mrs. noted when we test drove was the plastic Manetinno-like dial. I actually thought it looks pretty good and liked the additional sport+ and individual setting control, but I never really cared for the clock in the center. Since she didn't like the dial, I went without it and kept consistent with the overall clean look inside and out. I think most people prefer Sports Chrono though.
The key reason I would opt for SC is the additional sport-plus mode... I know it has gotten better on later generation PDK's, but *especially* on 997.2 and 991.1 cars, the pdk can be a bit lazy IMHO without the sport plus mode.

But I agree, the dash timer wart is worthless, useless, and unattractive. Car looks cleaner without it.
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Old 07-14-2019, 02:23 AM
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Enjoyed a nice drive today and took a few more pictures! Need to reach 2,000 miles. More waiting. 😄






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Old 07-14-2019, 10:29 AM
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Nice, now get those windows tinted to complete the look! And it is nice to see another that appreciates that the 991 is a better choice than a 992, especially in the looks department.
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Old 07-14-2019, 10:48 AM
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A 2 Porsche garage ... life doesn’t get much better. Enjoy the new car, it is beautiful !!
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Old 07-14-2019, 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Bob Z.
Nice, now get those windows tinted to complete the look! And it is nice to see another that appreciates that the 991 is a better choice than a 992, especially in the looks department.
Yes, indeed. I’m scheduled for a light window tint, clearguard nano film, and modesta ceramic coating at end of the month.
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Originally Posted by AF330i
A 2 Porsche garage ... life doesn’t get much better. Enjoy the new car, it is beautiful !!
Thanks! The NA 981S is still tons of fun.


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