Hello everybody & My new 991 build
09-25-2014, 09:03 AM
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Hello everybody & My new 991 build
Hello all,
I have been lurking for a while here and I have read many interesting topics, tips and discussions on this forum. I thank you for all knowledge and information you have imparted here.
I am considering to order a 991 c2s in near future. After few months of several test drives, browsing the forum and playing with configurator, I have come up with a build for a car that I want and can afford.
I would like to know what you think about the build.... Your input and suggestions are highly appreciated.
Here is the build:
911 Carrera S
Exterior Colour White
Interior Colour Leather interior in Black w/ deviated stitching (not sure about stitching colour ??) *OR* two-tone colour ( not sure about the colours ?? )**
SportDesign package
Electric slide/tilt glass sunroof
ParkAssist (front and rear)
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Sport Chrono Package
Sports exhaust system
Power steering Plus
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
20-inch Carrera S wheel
Wheel spacers, 5mm
Wheels painted in satin platinum (complete)
Luggage net passenger footwell
Floor mats
Smoking package
Sports seats Plus (4-way, electric)
SportDesign steering wheel
Pedals and footrest in aluminium
Mobile phone preparation
** I need some help w/ interior colour, which colours do you think can best go with exterior white ?
Currently I do have a 2011 Mercedes C300 for daily 75-mile commute to work and a 2012 Mercedes GL 500 for wife and kids ... So I think I might sell the C300 after getting the new 991. I have no plans to track the car. This is my first time doing a build and ordering a car with my config. I am excited and can't wait to place an order...
Thanks,
Oscar
I have been lurking for a while here and I have read many interesting topics, tips and discussions on this forum. I thank you for all knowledge and information you have imparted here.
I am considering to order a 991 c2s in near future. After few months of several test drives, browsing the forum and playing with configurator, I have come up with a build for a car that I want and can afford.
I would like to know what you think about the build.... Your input and suggestions are highly appreciated.
Here is the build:
911 Carrera S
Exterior Colour White
Interior Colour Leather interior in Black w/ deviated stitching (not sure about stitching colour ??) *OR* two-tone colour ( not sure about the colours ?? )**
SportDesign package
Electric slide/tilt glass sunroof
ParkAssist (front and rear)
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
Sport Chrono Package
Sports exhaust system
Power steering Plus
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
20-inch Carrera S wheel
Wheel spacers, 5mm
Wheels painted in satin platinum (complete)
Luggage net passenger footwell
Floor mats
Smoking package
Sports seats Plus (4-way, electric)
SportDesign steering wheel
Pedals and footrest in aluminium
Mobile phone preparation
** I need some help w/ interior colour, which colours do you think can best go with exterior white ?
Currently I do have a 2011 Mercedes C300 for daily 75-mile commute to work and a 2012 Mercedes GL 500 for wife and kids ... So I think I might sell the C300 after getting the new 991. I have no plans to track the car. This is my first time doing a build and ordering a car with my config. I am excited and can't wait to place an order...
Thanks,
Oscar
09-25-2014, 12:32 PM
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Agreed. Personally I'd stay clear of the black interior in a hot climate like Abu Dhabi. Some sort of 2-tone leather package. The typical 2-tone is the darker on the top half (and dash, to reduce glare) and the lighter on the seating and lower half, which in theory stays slightly cooler.
Another option to consider is the ventilated seats. You will appreciate that feature as well in the summer months.
Otherwise, looks like you've got lots of goodies on that puppy...
Another option to consider is the ventilated seats. You will appreciate that feature as well in the summer months.
Otherwise, looks like you've got lots of goodies on that puppy...
09-25-2014, 02:10 PM
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Agreed. Personally I'd stay clear of the black interior in a hot climate like Abu Dhabi. Some sort of 2-tone leather package. The typical 2-tone is the darker on the top half (and dash, to reduce glare) and the lighter on the seating and lower half, which in theory stays slightly cooler.
Another option to consider is the ventilated seats. You will appreciate that feature as well in the summer months.
Otherwise, looks like you've got lots of goodies on that puppy...
Another option to consider is the ventilated seats. You will appreciate that feature as well in the summer months.
Otherwise, looks like you've got lots of goodies on that puppy...
09-25-2014, 02:13 PM
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Hi, great build but think carefully if you really want the sunroof. It looks great but a lot of heat is let into the car and being in the UAE that's not a good thing. For that reason, I remove the sunroof from my build and I'm very happy I did.
Of course the color of the car is personal preference and I really like white cars but 80% of the cars in UAE are white. Rest of the build is great and very similar to mine.
Of course the color of the car is personal preference and I really like white cars but 80% of the cars in UAE are white. Rest of the build is great and very similar to mine.
09-25-2014, 03:45 PM
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09-25-2014, 03:53 PM
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No sunroof, Espresso/Cognac. All Espresso would be even better, but if you want two-tone that's the one. Or if you like red, that's Natural Leather too. Compare the quality of Natural to the other leathers. They all look good with white (and white looks great on a 991) but only the Natural leathers have that quality. Maybe it won't matter to you. But check it out to be sure.
09-25-2014, 04:10 PM
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My both cars (C and GL) have beige interior and I love it, however for the new 991 I want something different and I am still not sure what to pick for the interior
.... I might install window tint on the car to reduce the heat.
09-25-2014, 04:59 PM
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Agreed. Personally I'd stay clear of the black interior in a hot climate like Abu Dhabi. Some sort of 2-tone leather package. The typical 2-tone is the darker on the top half (and dash, to reduce glare) and the lighter on the seating and lower half, which in theory stays slightly cooler.
Another option to consider is the ventilated seats. You will appreciate that feature as well in the summer months.
Otherwise, looks like you've got lots of goodies on that puppy...
Another option to consider is the ventilated seats. You will appreciate that feature as well in the summer months.
Otherwise, looks like you've got lots of goodies on that puppy...
I am looking at several two-tone color options:
black/red: too much red in the interior?
agate/pebble grey: great looking, but I am not sure if it might look off as the exterior is white and interior is lighter.
black/platinium grey: probably this combo can go very well with white exterior
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Black & platinum or black & red. Ventilated seats.
09-25-2014, 05:25 PM
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Hi, great build but think carefully if you really want the sunroof. It looks great but a lot of heat is let into the car and being in the UAE that's not a good thing. For that reason, I remove the sunroof from my build and I'm very happy I did.
Of course the color of the car is personal preference and I really like white cars but 80% of the cars in UAE are white. Rest of the build is great and very similar to mine.
Of course the color of the car is personal preference and I really like white cars but 80% of the cars in UAE are white. Rest of the build is great and very similar to mine.
You are right about the heat, with my current C&GL cars the sunroof stays firmly shut during the UAE summer and I use it about 50% of time in the cool UAE winter/spring season!
09-25-2014, 05:47 PM
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No sunroof, Espresso/Cognac. All Espresso would be even better, but if you want two-tone that's the one. Or if you like red, that's Natural Leather too. Compare the quality of Natural to the other leathers. They all look good with white (and white looks great on a 991) but only the Natural leathers have that quality. Maybe it won't matter to you. But check it out to be sure.
I found only this pic online...
09-25-2014, 06:14 PM
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The 2015 models add a backup camera to the park assist. You might consider the mahogany interior wood trim if you are looking for something different . . . not too many trees in Abu Dhabi
Okay, start the anti-wood trim flames!
Okay, start the anti-wood trim flames!