991.2 Base Manual
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Racer
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From: Raleigh NC
991.2 Base Manual
Just looked at a manual base model with about 12k in options (Premium package plus, 14 way seats, sunroof, bose, lane change, Carrera Sport wheels). All I care about is having 20" wheels and a manual transmission, possibly a $720 paint option.
All of this adds about 12k to the base price.
I want to buy a used .1 S but everything is way overpriced (I have to have a manual transmission).
Does anyone here have a very base .2 and are they happy (any regrets)?
Any suggestions as to how to buy a .2 for around $90k?
Thanks,
David
All of this adds about 12k to the base price.
I want to buy a used .1 S but everything is way overpriced (I have to have a manual transmission).
Does anyone here have a very base .2 and are they happy (any regrets)?
Any suggestions as to how to buy a .2 for around $90k?
Thanks,
David
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Porsche has 4 manual CPO .2 base cars, all CPO for between $90 and $97k at 4 different dealers. 3 coupes and one cab. One GT Silver is very nicely equipped (IMO) for $97k ask.
http://locator.porsche.com/ipl-custo...list.ipl?cid=1
http://locator.porsche.com/ipl-custo...list.ipl?cid=1
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Racer
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From: Raleigh NC
I will be test driving one Monday. I test drove a new Panamera base, that was a great car. Maybe a CPO 2017 base is the way to go....less than 10k miles and another 1.5 years of warranty at about a 10k lower price.
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I had a 997 S, ride was too rough and bumpy on normal city streets. Then a 991.1 S, much better ride, and overall, a great car. Traded that in for a 991.2 base. All cars were manual. The base 991.2 is better yet, comfy, yet sporty, sounds good, and the clutch/stick are just sublime. Plenty of torque, it's all the 911 I need. PASM is improved. Very happy with it, no regrets (except maybe not getting an M2)
Minimal options: 14-way seats, black/Bordeaux leather, GT sport steering wheel, entry-and-drive, leather interior trim and carbon fibre shift **** insert. IMO the only must have would the entry-and-drive, so you could order a base with little or no options and still get a great driving car.
Good luck with your choice, but a CPO, used or new base 991.2 with manual and just a few options is the way to go. 19-inch wheels are nice too!
Minimal options: 14-way seats, black/Bordeaux leather, GT sport steering wheel, entry-and-drive, leather interior trim and carbon fibre shift **** insert. IMO the only must have would the entry-and-drive, so you could order a base with little or no options and still get a great driving car.
Good luck with your choice, but a CPO, used or new base 991.2 with manual and just a few options is the way to go. 19-inch wheels are nice too!
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Burning Brakes
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From: Golden, CO
I also have a base 991.2 manual with not too many options. My MSRP was $104,820 including Agate Grey paint, Black/Bordeaux leather interior with matching dashboard, doors and trim, 18-way seats with premium package, entry& drive, Porsche crest on wheel caps, and the heated multifunction steering wheel.
It's my daily driver and I'm delighted with it. The car is fast, comfortable, responsive, and even gets decent mileage when not being flogged.
My major complaint is road noise, which is high despite the base 19-icnh wheels and tires. And the voice activation is garbage. Of course, I didn't buy the car for its voice activation, but good performance in that area would not detract at all from the car's sporting qualities.
It's my daily driver and I'm delighted with it. The car is fast, comfortable, responsive, and even gets decent mileage when not being flogged.
My major complaint is road noise, which is high despite the base 19-icnh wheels and tires. And the voice activation is garbage. Of course, I didn't buy the car for its voice activation, but good performance in that area would not detract at all from the car's sporting qualities.
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Racer
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Given the 2017 base and S use the same engine, the new base is about as fast as my totaled (by flood) '13S, the used .1's are priced very high and for about $90k or less I can get a CPO 17 base with about 5.5 yrs of warranty and a manual is easy to find on the new cars....the decision is getting easier.
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I love my C2 base with a list price that came in exactly at $100k. My biggest splurge was full leather and 14-way seats. MT, no sunroof, no Sport Chrono, no Bose. Not for everyone but the car is a dream to me. And even in base form, is faster than most models of previous generations.
I say go for the 991.2 and never look back.
I say go for the 991.2 and never look back.
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Significant improvements in the main areas of interest - performance, convenience and comfort make the .2 the better choice IMO. As for appearance they both look great.
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So far this is more car than I could ever use on the street. Every curve or highway ramp is just eaten by the .2. I don't particularly like to thrash it from a stoplight, but you are soon in speeding ticket range after launch.
Road noise is high and in particular gravel in the wheel wells. Glad I went with the base manual. Love it.
Road noise is high and in particular gravel in the wheel wells. Glad I went with the base manual. Love it.
Pro
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From: Saratoga Springs, NY
I also have a base 991.2 manual with not too many options. My MSRP was $104,820 including Agate Grey paint, Black/Bordeaux leather interior with matching dashboard, doors and trim, 18-way seats with premium package, entry& drive, Porsche crest on wheel caps, and the heated multifunction steering wheel.
It's my daily driver and I'm delighted with it. The car is fast, comfortable, responsive, and even gets decent mileage when not being flogged.
My major complaint is road noise, which is high despite the base 19-icnh wheels and tires. And the voice activation is garbage. Of course, I didn't buy the car for its voice activation, but good performance in that area would not detract at all from the car's sporting qualities.
It's my daily driver and I'm delighted with it. The car is fast, comfortable, responsive, and even gets decent mileage when not being flogged.
My major complaint is road noise, which is high despite the base 19-icnh wheels and tires. And the voice activation is garbage. Of course, I didn't buy the car for its voice activation, but good performance in that area would not detract at all from the car's sporting qualities.
Burning Brakes
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From: Golden, CO
Mine came with the Yokohamas. There's a Porsche tire document that suggests that the Goodyears are quieter, but that is likely exterior noise. I'd love to do a back-to-back drive with a Goodyear-equipped car to find out.