Which one would you pick? Both are extremely clean. I have driven both of these cars which is a 2017 Targa 4S with auto transmissions and like both. Both have somewhat similar options but the major difference is the red top versus black top. Does the red top look out of place or is it just different that others? Both have red interiors so the red top does match that. The mileage difference is also huge. I plan to keep the car for a while. If I chose the red top, I would get a 3rd party warranty which would cost around $4k for 5-years after the factory warranty since this car is not being sold at a Porsche dealership and is not CPO'd. Just trying to pick the best options package and top color. I asked my wife and daughters but they are a mixed bag. Thought I would run it past the Porsche enthusiasts and gurus.... Thanks guys.



Red Top: (Retail = $158k) ($120,000) (7,000 miles) (factory warranty end date = 5/1/21)
[250] Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), [352] Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), [9VL] Bose® Surround Sound System, [EKG] Carbon Fiber Interior Package i.c.w. Leather Interior, [LZ] Leather Interior in Bordeaux Red, [P07] Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) with Memory Package, [P3G] Premium Package Plus i.c.w. Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way), [P3P] Sport Package, [U2] GT Silver Metallic, [X69] Door-Sill Guards in Carbon Fiber, [XDG] Wheels Painted in Black i.c.w. 911 Turbo Design Wheels, [XFJ] Instrument dials in White, [[b]XGM] Sport Chrono Clock Dial in White, [XHU] Seat Belts in Bordeaux Red, [XRD] 20" Carrera Sport Wheels, [XSC] Porsche Crest on headrests, [XUB] Headlight Cleaning System Covers in Exterior Color

Black Top: (Retail = $156k) ($115,000) (25,000 miles) (factory warranty end date = 6/19/20 + 2 year CPO - early production month for 2017 for some reason )
[250] Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), [352] Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), [457] Lane Change Assist, [489] Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel, [497] Rear Model Designation Painted, [581] Luggage net in passenger footwell, [658] Power Steering Plus, [970] Two-tone leather interior, [9VL] Bose® Surround Sound System, [BM] Leather Interior in Black/Bordeaux Red, [CWJ] PORSCHE Logo and Model Designation Painted, [P07] Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way) with Memory Package, [P3G] Premium Package Plus i.c.w. Adaptive Sport Seats Plus (18-way), [P3P] Sport Package, [U2] GT Silver Metallic, [XD9] Wheels Painted in Exterior Color, [XFB] Instrument Dials in Bordeaux Red, [XGP] Sport Chrono Clock Dial in Bordeaux Red, [XSC] Porsche Crest on headrests, [XUV] Storage Compartment Lid with Model Logo

 

Just based on how they look, I would go for the black top all day (I prefer those rims as well). However, it's a big difference in mileage which is always a conundrum. 18,000 miles less is hard to argue with. Then again, if you get the red top you are paying $5k more plus another $5k for your 3rd party warranty. So, I guess it depends on the $10k difference and what you like in appearance. I don't necessarily think 25k miles is a bad thing with a car that has warranty remaining and another 2 years of CPO. Personally, I would never buy that thing with a red top, but that is a personal decision obviously. Either way, great choice in car. I keep contemplating going to a Targa next.

 

I personally like the red since it pops with the silver. But again, it's personal. Which one stirs your spirit more? Besides that, the red has lower miles. Good luck.

 

Based on the option codes, do both have sports and sports+ mode? Not sure what the premium and sports package include.

 

Yes, they both have option P3P which includes: 176(Sport Exhaust System); 470 (Rear Axle Steering); 529 (Sport Design Exterior Mirrors); 858 (360mm Steering Wheel); and, QR5 (Sport Chrono Package)

 

Hard call - both are very nice, but I am kore drawn to the one with the Bordeaux top.

 

Love the red top, but the one with the black top has nicer wheels. Both are great. Just get one, and never look back!

 

Top all day long. Class wheels with not your ordinary top. Be bold ........

 

I prefer the black top along with the wheels. Both great looking cars though.

 

Red and silver actually looks sharp
Miles better
Warranty is better
I think you can get it cheaper....
Go silver and red.

 

Ksdaoski, when you say cheaper, what are you thinking? They are stubborn due to the very low mileage......

 

Not many people are in the market for a red top 120k car these days
I think I paid nearly that, maybe a tad more, a year ago with half the miles.
So yeah while I would like to see the highest price possible, I think they will be sitting at 120k for awhile


Share the vins?

 

Ksdaoski, I don't understand your post. Your hoping the cost would be higher? I am trying to get it for $118k. Still too high????

 

Mumbles, yes I like to be different and bold. I am actually color blind with blues/purples and greens/browns. Just want to be sure my eyes are seeing things correctly and combinations are right for the 911 Targa... Also, you thought is that the wheels look more classy? I tend to agree.

 

The red top stands out for sure, but arguably spoils the flow of colours on the car. Plus, the wheels are much less busy on the back top car. At the end of the day it comes down to personal taste - yours!