Mike in CA

Manuals used to be the way to go; for many, many years I would have nothing else, even in family cars. Times change, technologies improve. I agonized briefly over transmissions when building my PDK equipped '09 C2S but have never regretted my choice. For your Turbo build, PDK, without question.

Edgy01

I don't think we've had this discussion before--PDK vice manual. What a great idea! Let's spend 6-8 pages on this new topic!

Alan C.

Nugget

For the record, I'm a dyed-in-the-wool manual gearbox fan. I'd have a tough time ever buying a PDK 911 or Boxster for myself.

But I think the Turbo screams for a PDK transmission and it makes no sense to buy one with a manual. I'm aligned 100% with Betternotbigger's post above. It's all about context, and the context of a Turbo says "PDK" to me.

stevepow

Dude, get what you prefer - that's a lot of change for a car - spec it the way you want it and don't worry about what others think - that 90% won't be driving your car anyway - side with the 100% who will be (you). Unless you are a pro-driver and are solely interested in a small increment of performance that only can be achieved, not by bettering your skills, but through some engineering, then get the car the way you think you will enjoy it most. Nothing else makes any sense.

And no one is going to look at your car and ever say "wow, 6-spd - really? ". All this transmission dogma - that's no fun. Go with you heart and gut. It'll be way cool no matter what you choose.

Mspeedster

While PDK maybe superior from a technical perspective, my personal choice is a manual. I just get more driving enjoyment and satisfaction with it; there's nothing like blipping the throttle yourself for that perfect heel toe downshift.

Just as I feel a mid-engine layout is superior and easier to drive than the rear engine 911, there's certain satisfaction one get's out of mastering a 911. That's why the 911 is also my choice over other cars.

yemenmocha

I just can't emphasize enough how important it is to choose what will be the most fun for YOU overall. The overall feel & personality of the car, as you'd like it to be, is what makes ownership of cars like these worthwhile.

If I wanted something faster I could have bought a base Corvette for half the price. But it wasn't what I would have had the most fun in driving and overall enjoying. All of the "little things" about my car really bring a smile to my face, on every drive.

kyrocks

There is no question - a Turbo is better suited with PDK. The lag is minimized and the acceleration is unbelievable. This is coming from a die hard manual guy. I instead chose to go the GT3 route, but if I went Turbo, PDK is the way to go. As others said though, do what you feel is best. Don't listen to others when spending your hardearned money on Porsche's flagship! (Get the Turbo S and then you won't have to make a decision!)

Quadcammer

manual, without a 2nd thought.

Chimcu

manual.. cuz the chicks loves it

keithwatson

Thanks to everyone for their thoughts. I just finalized my order--a manual it is.

kyrocks

Congrats! Even though I recommended the PDK, I only have had manuals on all my Porsches.

stevepow

Congrats. I am a huge PDK fan - but just as much a fan of manual and even more of a fan of "get what you think you will enjoy most". I am sure it will be fantastic.