MMK110464

I am thinking about trading my 2012 C4S 997.2 for a 997.2 Turbo.

I can really use your help since I have no real knowledge about the turbo and its nuances.

Another issue that worries me is end up buying a Sandy car. Any tips on how to recognise them?

This is the link for the car:

http://www.maseratibergencounty.com/...de43900149.htm

TIA

LukeSportsman

I have never owned a 997 NA engine, but do own several 911's including a C4. I love the TT's and don't see a better choice outside an RS (different price point).

jhbrennan

Must be an old listing - listing says factory warranty expires 5/12/2015. Is the car still unsold?

MMK110464

It is unsold. I am currently negotiating with them.

Which brings me to the next question for all turbo owners:

How much would you pay for this car?

TT Surgeon

Nice car, if you could get it for the low 90s would be great. The only option it doesn't have is the adaptive sport seats, a deal breaker for me unless it had heated and ventilated seats.
Good luck, love silver.

MMK110464

Hi Surgeon:
Thanks for your input. Low 90's has been my goal from the beginning and now you have validated it.

The only way I see this deal happening is if they take my 2012 C4S plus $20k for the 2011 Turbo.

EDEZ TT

The car looks great in the pictures, and is well optioned! My only additional consideration is that it's a non-S model with PDK. A non S with a 6 speed MT or S model with PDK would be my preference because of the rarity of the former, and the extra horsepower of the later.

Steve 96C4S

I believe this is the same car I looked at (online only) MONTHS ago. If so, it has sat there for a VERY LONG TIME. They should be SUPER into negotiating at this point. If it had the adaptive sport seats and an S, I would have bought it in 2 seconds.

Have you driven it for 30-40 minutes, really taken it out on the roads and driven the heck out of it? The regular seats didn't fit my body well so I had to have the adaptive sport seats. If you are fine with these seats and can get it for like $92k, I'd totally go for it.

Good luck,

Steve

MMK110464

Ed, I agree with you about the Turbo S PDK. I have certain options that I want (like silver color) which limit my choices. This Turbo is the closest to what I want. I know that at the beginning the extra power of the Turbo will overwhelm me but eventually I will want more and wished I bought the Turbo S. Its always the same story, but I have to draw the line somewhere. I also hope that an aftermarket exhaust and a tune will help narrow the gap between the Turbo and the Turbo S.

MMK110464

Hi Steve;

Thanks so much for sharing the info about the car sitting long on the lot. This is good from a negotiating stand point but worrisome in the sense that people might have looked at the car and walked away. That is why I am seeking help from someone who has seen the car in person. Of course I will do a PPI, but a report from a rennlister would be as important.

My C4S has regular seats and I daily drive it, so adaptive seats are not a necessity.

TT Surgeon

I think people walked bc a comparable s is only a few dollars more, sometimes. Otherwise, great car.

Ibanezgod

I could possibly see it for you tomorrow if i have time. I won't be too far from it up in north jersey. Looks great in the photos, should have the dealer pull out the paper work when it was brought to inventory.

U OLD DOG

Go with a turbo S

EDEZ TT

With 500 hp available under your right foot, you may not need the extra power of an S or additional mods. If you like the car, I wish you luck negotiating a fair price.

Dstutler

As a data point I bought a similar car (except 2012 TT Cab with adaptive seats and 24k miles) in Nov of 2014 and paid mid 90's.