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Past 992T freeze point but tempted by 2022 PTS 992S in Canada--what would you do??
I know there's a lot on here comparing the 992T to the S and I mostly get the similarities and difference but I feel like this is a bit of a unique situation so I thought I'd ask opinions.
I'm currently past the freeze date for a 992T with delivery on 7/7/24 that is mostly a stripper build IGM which I'm very excited about and thankful to get the allocation. But then, I see this gorgeous 992S pops up on a PTS social media account which caught my eye. It's a 2022 with ~4K miles, olive green with aurum wheels, agave interior, MT with sport chrono, sport exhaust PASM in beautiful condition---really a mouth watering build. I am sucker for green (python green not available when I ordered my T but also a little loud for me). I expect it to be way out of my price range but then I do the conversion from CAD to USD and I'm shocked. So I'm now engaged with the Canadian dealer and trying to figure out the hold import process which I think will be doable but far from easy. All in after the taxes, shipping fees etc I did the math and the olive green 992S will cost about the same as the new 992T. What would you do?
What I've got it down to is the T has advantage of being new, I specced it, no import uncertainties, somewhat more raw feeling without insulation and sometimes I think less power is an advantage cause I'll be able to rev it out more. I feel like the weight savings isn't enough to truly notice since both have a MT and back seats. Both have the same PASM, PTV, LSD etc. The S obviously has more power (again I can see as both good and maybe too much?) and really one of my favorite PTS colors that I never thought I'd be able to get. I'm sure both will be awesome but can't make up my mind.
Appreciate any and all input! Representative pic I found online
Just my opinion, but anything PTS makes it a much more special car and will definitely hold it's value more if you ever decide to sell. I've been a 991.2 T owner for 2 years now, and I've come to realize that it's the non-standard colors that make a car stand out at your local Cars and Coffee, not necessarily the car. So that has made me appreciate special colors even more.
sounds your heart says S...go for what makes you the most happy and not what others may think or what you may be able to sell it for. No idea how complicated the import though (doesn't it mean the S in Canada has km/h odometer etc?)
Just my opinion, but anything PTS makes it a much more special car and will definitely hold it's value more if you ever decide to sell. I've been a 991.2 T owner for 2 years now, and I've come to realize that it's the non-standard colors that make a car stand out at your local Cars and Coffee, not necessarily the car. So that has made me appreciate special colors even more.
Getting validation from car guys drooling over my Pink 911 is exactly why I'm getting a rubystar next. Give me ALL the attention please!
I live in California. Deposit is fully refundable. I'm sure the dealer could sell it possibly and probably with an ADM. I got them to agree on MSRP when they gave me the allocation. Would still like to maintain a relationship with my local dealer however. I may need to jut fly out to Montreal to see the S and test it before committing. I think I'll have FOMO regardless of the car I choose. I currently have a malachite green 997.1 C4S so this would be a lot of green in the garage haha but not necessarily a bad thing.
How special is the T spec? i spent some time on the configurator after a buddy showed me his newly delivered Carrera T , i specced it with sport design kit and i thought it looked mega, however wifey voted for a Cabriolet so that made the used market more attractive due to the high cost of a cab new.. we ended up finding a C2S cab with a desirable spec... red softtop GT silver bourdeaux and black interior , night vision camera anyone??? anyway either way you go youve got first world problems, you could be in a good spot either way...two green cars hmmmmm if you love green so much how come your new T isnt in green or is it?
I specifically wanted a T and specifically wanted Ruby Star Neo and its a color that demands attention. I love the color and at this past weekends PCA event in Hershey folks were constantly taking pics of it. The importation process is easy from Canada to the US and I suggest using TFX International who can do the customs clearance, pick the car up from the dealer here in Canada and deliver it to your home. You just need your local Porsche dealership to program the speedo for the US market or make that a condition of the deal with the Canadian dealership.
My nephew just bought a Ruby Star Neo GT3 this morning too...
05-01-2024, 10:25 AM
Past 992T freeze point but tempted by 2022 PTS 992S in Canada--what would you do??
