New 992 config
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New 992 config
Dear members,
I am trying to decide on a new configuration for my first 911, and I was looking for some advice.
First of all, I cannot decide on the "engine". I test drove a regular Carrera, and the power seemed
more than enough for me (I don't drive very fast usually, more in a touring way). However, maybe
there is a better resale value for S or GTS.
I have an allocation that can be used for any car, except the GT and the Turbos.
The second problem I have is that I can't decide if it's worth paying 20.000 more for the Targa. I would like
a convertible, but I have to pay extra for the 4WD+Convertible, so it adds up a bit. I don't like the cabriolet,
so a 2WD cabriolet is not in the picture.
Regarding exterior colors, I like the metallic black, aventurine green and chalk, while for the interior I prefer the
green club leather, or the chalk full leather.
Mandatory options include 21 inch wheels, front lift system, full leather interior, and that's about it.
Thanks for your help!!!
I am trying to decide on a new configuration for my first 911, and I was looking for some advice.
First of all, I cannot decide on the "engine". I test drove a regular Carrera, and the power seemed
more than enough for me (I don't drive very fast usually, more in a touring way). However, maybe
there is a better resale value for S or GTS.
I have an allocation that can be used for any car, except the GT and the Turbos.
The second problem I have is that I can't decide if it's worth paying 20.000 more for the Targa. I would like
a convertible, but I have to pay extra for the 4WD+Convertible, so it adds up a bit. I don't like the cabriolet,
so a 2WD cabriolet is not in the picture.
Regarding exterior colors, I like the metallic black, aventurine green and chalk, while for the interior I prefer the
green club leather, or the chalk full leather.
Mandatory options include 21 inch wheels, front lift system, full leather interior, and that's about it.
Thanks for your help!!!
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Never Heard of allocations working that way. My understanding is always been the dealer has a certain allocation or better said commission number for each make and model. Maybe others can confirm or chime in but my understanding is you can't just say switch my C4 S to a Targa.
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Never Heard of allocations working that way. My understanding is always been the dealer has a certain allocation or better said commission number for each make and model. Maybe others can confirm or chime in but my understanding is you can't just say switch my C4 S to a Targa.
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Where I live, in Romania, we don't have a dealer like you know it. It's only one selling shop, which is directly from Porsche.
Anyway, that's not really important. The point is I can configure any car I want, and they will deliver it around Marche 2022.
Anyway, that's not really important. The point is I can configure any car I want, and they will deliver it around Marche 2022.
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Regarding the Targa do you want a Targa? If so, then its worth the money.
Base vs S - everyone has their opinion. Doesnt sound like you really care for more power, then why bother? Resale may be better, but the S is more expensive.
Colors - thats totally up to your taste.
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Thanks for replying.
I am not considering the cabrio, I don't like its shape, I only test drove it because it was the only available car here.
I do like Targa though, a lot, I am not sure it's worth the extra cash. The weather here is not always good for this type of
cars (very hot summers, so cannot use from June to September, and very cold winters). I tried putting the roof down today for
example, but I couldn't last more than 5-10 minutes.
Basically everything boils down to the price difference. I can get the Targa for the same price as a Carrera S.
As for options: I would consider the sports exhaust, sport chrono, front lift system, PDLS, 930 leather package, Bose audio, full leather,
heated and cooled seats, something along these lines. Do you have anything else you would recommend?
I am not considering the cabrio, I don't like its shape, I only test drove it because it was the only available car here.
I do like Targa though, a lot, I am not sure it's worth the extra cash. The weather here is not always good for this type of
cars (very hot summers, so cannot use from June to September, and very cold winters). I tried putting the roof down today for
example, but I couldn't last more than 5-10 minutes.
Basically everything boils down to the price difference. I can get the Targa for the same price as a Carrera S.
As for options: I would consider the sports exhaust, sport chrono, front lift system, PDLS, 930 leather package, Bose audio, full leather,
heated and cooled seats, something along these lines. Do you have anything else you would recommend?
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Thanks for replying.
I am not considering the cabrio, I don't like its shape, I only test drove it because it was the only available car here.
I do like Targa though, a lot, I am not sure it's worth the extra cash. The weather here is not always good for this type of
cars (very hot summers, so cannot use from June to September, and very cold winters). I drove it today with open roof and
it was terrible.
Regarding options, I would go for full leather (either club or a 2 tone one), automated seats, heated/ventilated seats, front lift
system, sports exhaust, sport chrono, Bose system, something along these lines.
Would you recommend any other options?
I am not considering the cabrio, I don't like its shape, I only test drove it because it was the only available car here.
I do like Targa though, a lot, I am not sure it's worth the extra cash. The weather here is not always good for this type of
cars (very hot summers, so cannot use from June to September, and very cold winters). I drove it today with open roof and
it was terrible.
Regarding options, I would go for full leather (either club or a 2 tone one), automated seats, heated/ventilated seats, front lift
system, sports exhaust, sport chrono, Bose system, something along these lines.
Would you recommend any other options?
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Thanks for replying.
I am not considering the cabrio, I don't like its shape, I only test drove it because it was the only available car here.
I do like Targa though, a lot, I am not sure it's worth the extra cash. The weather here is not always good for this type of
cars (very hot summers, so cannot use from June to September, and very cold winters). I drove it today with open roof and
it was terrible.
Regarding options, I would go for full leather (either club or a 2 tone one), automated seats, heated/ventilated seats, front lift
system, sports exhaust, sport chrono, Bose system, something along these lines.
Would you recommend any other options?
I am not considering the cabrio, I don't like its shape, I only test drove it because it was the only available car here.
I do like Targa though, a lot, I am not sure it's worth the extra cash. The weather here is not always good for this type of
cars (very hot summers, so cannot use from June to September, and very cold winters). I drove it today with open roof and
it was terrible.
Regarding options, I would go for full leather (either club or a 2 tone one), automated seats, heated/ventilated seats, front lift
system, sports exhaust, sport chrono, Bose system, something along these lines.
Would you recommend any other options?
Power aside, reasons to consider the S are you want a manual transmission and/or chassis options that arent available in the base such as PDCC and rear axle steering.
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Previous to my 992 I had a 991.2 Targa 4 (manual) as well as a GTS convertible (PDK). My Targa was an excellent 4 season car
great for winter with property tires as well as for top down driving the other 3 seasons (unless it was colder than several degrees above freezing). Arguably, the Targa is the nicest shape and not as common as the Coupe or Cab
when it was time to sell my Targa there was a bidding war and thats with the less powerful engine and manual transmission. Mine did have 18 ways and natural leather which likely helped make it more desirable. Based on it not being available with sport PASM, Id skip FAL I unless one has some extreme transitions requiring the lift of the front end. The Premium package (if available) is very worthwhile as it includes an excellent grouping of worthwhile options inc l seat ventilation, Bose, LCA, surround view, PDLS etc.
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Given what you said about your weather and your dislike of the cab, I'd get a hardtop with a sunroof. I find with my sunroof open and the windows down, I have an experience that isn't hugely different from driving in a convertible. This might be a compromise that gets you much of what you want from a Targa. I think that Targas are heavy, overly complicated and overpriced. Regarding S vs. Base, absolutely get the Base if you really don't care that much about performance. If you do lean into the S, though, consider getting Rear Axle Steering. It is terrific for maneuvering through tight spaces, and I think it makes the car handle incredibly well on the open road.
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The freeze point for my build is in a few days. I reached out to my SA today to change from base Carrera to S, he said no.
In the U. S., can change the options or remove the options, thus unable to change from base to S
In the U. S., can change the options or remove the options, thus unable to change from base to S
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Previous to my 992 I had a 991.2 Targa 4 (manual) as well as a GTS convertible (PDK). My Targa was an excellent 4 season car
great for winter with property tires as well as for top down driving the other 3 seasons (unless it was colder than several degrees above freezing). Arguably, the Targa is the nicest shape and not as common as the Coupe or Cab
when it was time to sell my Targa there was a bidding war and thats with the less powerful engine and manual transmission. Mine did have 18 ways and natural leather which likely helped make it more desirable. Based on it not being available with sport PASM, Id skip FAL I unless one has some extreme transitions requiring the lift of the front end. The Premium package (if available) is very worthwhile as it includes an excellent grouping of worthwhile options inc l seat ventilation, Bose, LCA, surround view, PDLS etc.
I do believe that the Targa trim would make it more desirable, I just like the design very much.
I will share some Porsche codes later.