Opinions on my Base 911 Carrera Build
02-20-2021, 05:35 PM
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I went a different way by ordering what I wanted.
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I'll own another in the next year or so.
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I'll own another in the next year or so.
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02-20-2021, 05:36 PM
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Good call on the Nick Murray video. I added the glass sunroof to my configuration. I saw a brand new 911cab in Agate Grey and it looked great.
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Diane Garcia (02-21-2021)
02-20-2021, 05:40 PM
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02-20-2021, 05:54 PM
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I ordered a steel sunroof on mine. I had the glass sunroof on a Jag F type I owned a few years ago, and thought that it just added glare, and not driving enjoyment. How often will you be driving with the glass closed where you look up and admire the sky? I'm not sure where this "opening up the cabin" is coming from.
You are getting black, so the glass roof would not look funny, but on practically any other color, it chops up the sleek line of the roof and doesn't look at all good to me. Regarding the lightweight glass I have two concerns: the first is that if you need a replacement windshield, it is likely to be very expensive and not readily available. If you have stone chips or small cracks, I'm not confident that they can be repaired conventionally. Last, I think that the sound insulation probably works, but I am getting sports exhaust, and I don't want to defeat the purpose of that. Yes, some sound is piped in through a sound symposer near the back seat, but I think part of the aural experience is sound bouncing off of objects outside the car. Those sounds would be muted. Noise insulating glass is more appropriate for a luxury cruiser.
You are getting black, so the glass roof would not look funny, but on practically any other color, it chops up the sleek line of the roof and doesn't look at all good to me. Regarding the lightweight glass I have two concerns: the first is that if you need a replacement windshield, it is likely to be very expensive and not readily available. If you have stone chips or small cracks, I'm not confident that they can be repaired conventionally. Last, I think that the sound insulation probably works, but I am getting sports exhaust, and I don't want to defeat the purpose of that. Yes, some sound is piped in through a sound symposer near the back seat, but I think part of the aural experience is sound bouncing off of objects outside the car. Those sounds would be muted. Noise insulating glass is more appropriate for a luxury cruiser.
02-20-2021, 06:02 PM
#35
Yes, that Nick Murray video is great and well done. I've watched it several times. Great resource for those of us who are not extremely well versed on the plethora of available options.
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02-20-2021, 07:17 PM
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02-20-2021, 08:51 PM
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Thanks everyone for the suggestions, this is my current build: PML1GPZ2
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02-20-2021, 09:22 PM
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02-20-2021, 09:24 PM
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Oops: PML1GPZ2
02-20-2021, 09:37 PM
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The only thing I would consider changing is the 14 way for 18 way seats. I got the 14 way, and I find with leather seats, I don't feel as secure as in the 18s, and I slide around more than I want to in spirited driving. I was convinced that the 18 way would feel too confining in everyday driving or would be difficult to pop in and out of. If you have a chance to go to a dealer before your order goes through, just try the 18 ways. I didn't know that they are extremely adjustable.
02-20-2021, 09:50 PM
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02-21-2021, 03:31 AM
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Are the black background headlights still an option? If so I would get those.
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02-21-2021, 09:27 AM
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My SA recommended Power Steering Plus. Mine is a daily driver and it has proven to be a good choice. At $230 it’s a no brainer.
02-21-2021, 10:11 AM
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The only thing I would consider changing is the 14 way for 18 way seats. I got the 14 way, and I find with leather seats, I don't feel as secure as in the 18s, and I slide around more than I want to in spirited driving. I was convinced that the 18 way would feel too confining in everyday driving or would be difficult to pop in and out of. If you have a chance to go to a dealer before your order goes through, just try the 18 ways. I didn't know that they are extremely adjustable.