Thanks in advance for any feedback on this C2 build. Ideally I would like to keep cost down as much as possible, so I'm interested if you would leave out any of these options.

I know I could probably get PPF done elsewhere post-purchase but I like keeping everything OEM, so I am planning to pay for that from the factory.

I have a few specific questions too:
- I really like the look of Window Trim in Silver, but I can't tell what rims would look best with it. I think it's the Carrera Classic because they have silver on them, or the Turbo Wheels, but they are a fair bit more expensive. I would otherwise get the smaller base Carrera wheels, but I think I like the idea of the trim and wheels both having a bit of polished finish - hence the Carrera Classics.
- I don't actually smoke at all, but I selected Smoking Package because it seems you get some kind of cupholder (albeit presumably holding a removable ash tray)? Is that space otherwise a storage cubby instead of a cup holder? Or should I forget that option?
- Is Mojave Beige easy enough to keep clean? Or should I go with Slate Grey for longevity? (I plan to keep it for quite a while)
- Are there any options that are a must-have that I am missing?

Much appreciated.

http://www.porsche-code.com/PNGQ9HT0

 

I like the silver trim, but agree it’s dependent on wheel selection.

Hopefully these photos help you decide.

 

I am a big fan of the Carerra Classics and agree that they will play nicely with the trim. I would price out the PPF at your dealership. The factory film is a pre-cut film that does not wrap the edges. Also, if done at the dealer, they can do a paint correction first.

 

The smoking package is worthless. There is already a power jack in the passenger footwell for radar detectors, etc. The standard cupholder also includes a cubbyhole option that can be inserted instead. I use the cubbyhole insert because if you put anything taller than a soda can in the cupholder insert it really interferes with manual shifting. No interference with the PDK selector (shaver).

 

Looks like the base Carrera jumped $12,450 in price! How much difference now for an S? On my configurator, the Carrera shows at $102,550 while an S shows at $117,100.

 

• You're missing Sport Chrono. It gives you additional driving modes, a selector on the wheel, sport response button, and launch control. A modern 911 without Sport Chrono is an inferior car compared to a 911 with Sport Chrono. If you spec just one option, that option should be Sport Chrono.
• The factory option PPF is inferior to the aftermarket solutions, cut to look like crap, and doesn't wear very well. There's no reason to go that route. Period. Skip it and spend your $3k on Sport Chrono. See above.
• If you're trying to save money on this build skip all of this stuff... $1745 of nonsense
  • Window Trim, $450
  • Model designation in exterior color, $365
  • Colored Wheel crests, $220 (I love 'em and have them)
  • Armrest with model designation, $380
  • Headrest crests. $330
• With the money that you save deleting even some of the above, upgrade your seats to the Sport Seats Plus (4 way)
• You can always get upgraded wheels later, but you can't do anything about the interior after the sale. Put the wheel money and above savings towards the Leather Mojave interior. You spend your time sitting in the car -- make it a nice place to be. The standard interior has no business in a $130k car.

With the above changes, you end up at $131,990 and have a significantly nicer car -- 992 with Sport Chrono, Leather Mojave interior, and better seats, for just $1100 more.

 

It's not USD. Non-US market buyer.

 

I missed that, thanks.

 

Thanks all for the input, it's much appreciated.

- shrimp money, great pictures. The trim strip looks nice, I like that it's thin, it might be too flashy if it was wider. The Carrera Classic rims look even better in the picture. I think they'll look great together.

- drew46, I will ask the dealer about their PPF option, as I can imagine dirt might collect around the edges after a while if the OEM option doesn't wrap around the panels.

- Tedster, helpful info, will not get the smoking package then.

- Chief F1 Fan, yes pricing is Canadian.

- detansinn, great insight.
--What do you use the Sport Chrono for? As my current car has a sport setting that I never adjust (makes the throttle more aggressive/sensitive, not sure what else), and I don't go to the track (re: timing laps), but what are the key benefits I would miss out on from a daily use perspective?
--Also, to get Sport Seats Plus it seems I have to option full leather seat (+$790) and Sports Seat Plus (+$920) - do you think that's worth it? I should also go to the dealer and see if they have cars which each seat to sit in for myself, but also interested to hear from others.
--I know I have some options that seem (or are!) unnecessary, but even though I am trying to keep the price down I rather like the personalized touch those pieces add.

Thanks again.

 

I use the Sport Response button for authoritative passing. Sport Plus is my favorite driving mode. I’ve done a few launches in Launch control. It’s nice to have the option of the Individual mode as well. Driving modes affect throttle response, steering, PASM, sound, and the dynamic engine mounts.

As a sum of its features, aside from the lap timing, Sport Chrono is entirely useful on the road and especially, a daily driver.

I’ve put nearly 30k miles on my 992 C4S. Seats and interior are an important thing. It’s where you spend your time. It is the part of the car that you see and experience. If you want people to see you in a 911, sure, it doesn’t matter if you have a standard interior and basic seats, but you don’t buy a 911 to be seen in — you buy it to drive it and you do that from inside the car.

I am huge proponent of the 18 ways. Per Mrs Ansinn, the most comfortable seats that I ever had in sports car. She’s right. Don’t nickle and dime your interior.

 

I would look at the full leather. When I was doing the specs on mine I thought the standard interior was ok. That is until I saw full leather. If I had to have one option that would be the full leather.

Also look at the extra range fuel tank if you drive long distances.

I think the 4-way seats are fine, but try the sport Seats Plus type to see if they fit better.

I personally don’t care about the chrono. I don’t care about the sport exhaust (though would get the quad pipes). I would actually prefer the standard base wheels as it will be more comfortable on bad roads.

 

I'd ditch the crest on the armrest

 

None of the cars in the pics have Classic wheels. However, I think Classics are the best wheels for the money that Porsche offers, and I ordered them for my C4S (also Gentian Blue by the way). I'd get full leather and pay for it by ditching the armrest and headrest embellishments and sport exhaust. From an aesthetic and money standpoint, I'd either go with no model designation or the standard silver designation. You can't see the body colored designation, so why pay for it? While I ordered Sport Chrono on my 992 and had it on all of my 991s, for your purposes I don't think it's worth the extra money.

 

Highway driving, I get about 400 miles to the tank — that’s already well in excess of my bladder range. Backroads, around 300. Extended tank isn’t a must have, but it does put some additional weight towards the front of the car.

 

Good point. I wonder what the tank itself adds to the weight. I am guessing not much. You then have the option to not put as much fuel if you are going to go to the track or fill it up a lot less often in all other cases.