992 4S or 991.2 Turbo S
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992 4S or 991.2 Turbo S
Assuming both fit within my budget, which of the above would you choose and why?
I like the look of both and I’m leaning more towards the Turbo S, but maybe I’m missing something.
I like the look of both and I’m leaning more towards the Turbo S, but maybe I’m missing something.
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992 is obviously newer - with all the pros and cons that brings.
Speed is similar but the TTS is faster.
Looks are subjective.
The 992 sounds better and has better steering.
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Turbo S depreciation has always been serious business. With the arrival of the new 992 TTS, the 991.2 TTS depreciation is going to take an even bigger hit. A used 991.2 purchased now is going to be on an even further accelerated depreciation curve in the coming months.
If you can get a banging deal, sure go for it — it’s a great car, but faced with the same decision, I went with the 992 C4S and haven’t looked back. The 992 cars are a significant improvement over the 991.2.
If you can get a banging deal, sure go for it — it’s a great car, but faced with the same decision, I went with the 992 C4S and haven’t looked back. The 992 cars are a significant improvement over the 991.2.
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I would only get the Turbo if you want the quicker acceleration and you prefer the visuals of the Turbo. Both of which are very good reasons, I think :-)
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The Porsche TTS cars are hard to match in performance by almost any priced exotic. Got to go to a 720S before you surpass the ease at which the TTS cars get to speed and then move to easy cruising for a night out to dinner. I'm probably biased after owning several TT cars but they are awesome machines that do everything extremely well. And who doesn't love a 3.8 Twin Turbo with a great exhaust
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I purchased a .2 TTS from Porsche Fresno. I'm really happy with my decision. Both spectacular automobiles, but the TTS is unmatched. I went with the TTS because I like the interior styling better than the 4S. The reasons I was contemplating the 4S were the updated electronics and the rear fascia primarily the oval shaped exhaust, but after seeing both in person it was an easy decision for me.
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This is just how I found it having owned both, but my 991 turbo was a much smoother engine than my 992 Carerra 4S, the old 3.8 litre engine was so smooth and effortless, but the 3.0 litre of the 4S seems a little....should I say it....rough in comparison 
particularly at lower revs.
I have an M4 CP bought new in 2017 and actually prefer it. I found the 4S good fun but personally think the bigger CC of the 3.8 made it more enjoyable and I wish I had kept my old Turbo.
That said doesn't mean I didn't enjoy my 7 months ownership with the 4S, I did, but I have traded it now at best price and placed an order for the 992 turbo. If the bigger engine doesn't satisfy me I'm a lost cause!!
particularly at lower revs. I have an M4 CP bought new in 2017 and actually prefer it. I found the 4S good fun but personally think the bigger CC of the 3.8 made it more enjoyable and I wish I had kept my old Turbo.
That said doesn't mean I didn't enjoy my 7 months ownership with the 4S, I did, but I have traded it now at best price and placed an order for the 992 turbo. If the bigger engine doesn't satisfy me I'm a lost cause!!
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This is just how I found it having owned both, but my 991 turbo was a much smoother engine than my 992 Carerra 4S, the old 3.8 litre engine was so smooth and effortless, but the 3.0 litre of the 4S seems a little....should I say it....rough in comparison particularly at lower revs.
I have an M4 CP bought new in 2017 and actually prefer it. I found the 4S good fun but personally think the bigger CC of the 3.8 made it more enjoyable and I wish I had kept my old Turbo.
That said doesn't mean I didn't enjoy my 7 months ownership with the 4S, I did, but I have traded it now at best price and placed an order for the 992 turbo. If the bigger engine doesn't satisfy me I'm a lost cause!!
particularly at lower revs.I have an M4 CP bought new in 2017 and actually prefer it. I found the 4S good fun but personally think the bigger CC of the 3.8 made it more enjoyable and I wish I had kept my old Turbo.
That said doesn't mean I didn't enjoy my 7 months ownership with the 4S, I did, but I have traded it now at best price and placed an order for the 992 turbo. If the bigger engine doesn't satisfy me I'm a lost cause!!
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I purchased a .2 TTS from Porsche Fresno. I'm really happy with my decision. Both spectacular automobiles, but the TTS is unmatched. I went with the TTS because I like the interior styling better than the 4S. The reasons I was contemplating the 4S were the updated electronics and the rear fascia primarily the oval shaped exhaust, but after seeing both in person it was an easy decision for me.
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I've posted this before, but having owned a Turbo, I find the C2S a more enjoyable drive. Part of that comes down to the RWD dynamics - the car is just more fun to drive.
All that said, no offense, but no way I'd get a 991.2 TTS now. The 992 TTS is going to make the 991.2 look ancient in comparison.
All that said, no offense, but no way I'd get a 991.2 TTS now. The 992 TTS is going to make the 991.2 look ancient in comparison.
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I've posted this before, but having owned a Turbo, I find the C2S a more enjoyable drive. Part of that comes down to the RWD dynamics - the car is just more fun to drive.
All that said, no offense, but no way I'd get a 991.2 TTS now. The 992 TTS is going to make the 991.2 look ancient in comparison.
All that said, no offense, but no way I'd get a 991.2 TTS now. The 992 TTS is going to make the 991.2 look ancient in comparison.
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The 991.2 TT/TTS is an incredible performer, but it has a certain gravitas to the way it drives. It doesn't feel as tossable, IMO. Supposedly Porsche has addressed the driving dynamics of the Turbo.
Personally, I think the 992 TTS is alot cooler looking than the 991.2, but that's personal opinion.
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I've posted this before, but having owned a Turbo, I find the C2S a more enjoyable drive. Part of that comes down to the RWD dynamics - the car is just more fun to drive.
All that said, no offense, but no way I'd get a 991.2 TTS now. The 992 TTS is going to make the 991.2 look ancient in comparison.
All that said, no offense, but no way I'd get a 991.2 TTS now. The 992 TTS is going to make the 991.2 look ancient in comparison.
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I have a 992 C4S. I had a 991.1 Turbo. I am not sure that I would go back to the older interior and instrumentation. The interior of the 991 looks so dated now to me. Turbo S will be a better performer, but I think as a daily the C4S has more than enough performance. I have a Mclaren 720S spider, and the 992 doesn't feel like a "slow" car.
