Opinions on this Turbo Build
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Opinions on this Turbo Build
Hi All,
Before I list this build, I want you to know that this Macan would be replacing a 2013 White 991 C4 that I really like, but need more practical performance and space that the Macan would deliver on over the next 3-4 years. I would then ADD a Cayman or Boxster or 991 at a later date.
I just don't have the space to keep the 911 and buy a Macan right now...have 3 teens with cars etc.
I have PSE and PTV+ on my C4 and really love the grip and sound.
So with that background, Here is the build: OPINIONS WELCOME
Premium Package Plus $4,660
Black $0
Natural Leather Interior in Espresso $3,170
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) with $0 Reversing Camera
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus $580 (PDLS Plus)
Window Trim in Matte Black $0
Thermally and Noise Insulating Privacy $990 Glass
Sport Exhaust System including Sport $2,930 Tailpipes Exclusive
Air Suspension incl. Porsche Active $1,385 Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV $1,490 Plus)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) $0 20" RS Spyder Design Wheels $1,650
Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche $185 Crest
Seat Heating (Front and Rear) $525
3-zone Climate Control $510
Seat Belts in Garnet Red Exclusive $500
Comfort Lighting Package $325
Power Seats (14-way) incl. Memory $0 Package
Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front) $285
Center Console Armrest with Model Logo $330

Vehicle price $92,810
Before I list this build, I want you to know that this Macan would be replacing a 2013 White 991 C4 that I really like, but need more practical performance and space that the Macan would deliver on over the next 3-4 years. I would then ADD a Cayman or Boxster or 991 at a later date.
I just don't have the space to keep the 911 and buy a Macan right now...have 3 teens with cars etc.
I have PSE and PTV+ on my C4 and really love the grip and sound.
So with that background, Here is the build: OPINIONS WELCOME
Premium Package Plus $4,660
Black $0
Natural Leather Interior in Espresso $3,170
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) with $0 Reversing Camera
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus $580 (PDLS Plus)
Window Trim in Matte Black $0
Thermally and Noise Insulating Privacy $990 Glass
Sport Exhaust System including Sport $2,930 Tailpipes Exclusive
Air Suspension incl. Porsche Active $1,385 Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV $1,490 Plus)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) $0 20" RS Spyder Design Wheels $1,650
Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche $185 Crest
Seat Heating (Front and Rear) $525
3-zone Climate Control $510
Seat Belts in Garnet Red Exclusive $500
Comfort Lighting Package $325
Power Seats (14-way) incl. Memory $0 Package
Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front) $285
Center Console Armrest with Model Logo $330

Vehicle price $92,810
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Wow, how interesting. I traded my white '13 C4 for a Macan Turbo just about 4wks ago for exactly the same reasons. I have been completely happy with it. The 991 is a wonderful car that can do just about whatever you ask it to do as a daily driver, but as my kids have gotten bigger and into more activities, I just needed a bit more room. Your build has several more options than mine. I really like the air suspension, lane keep assist, and extended leather. Good luck with your build!
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Very similar to my build. The only major difference I can see is that I also got the Burmeister, which sounds amazing.
I've only had mine for about two weeks. Love it.
It's much more "refined" than the current Cayenne IMO. By that I mean smoother, quieter, etc. At the same time, it handles transitions better and is a bit more nimble overall.
My only gripe is that I think it lacks grip relative to the Cayenne Turbo (comparing to the 911 wouldn't be a fair comp.) I think the grip issue could be fixed by a grippier tire, something more like a high performance summer tire.
I've only had mine for about two weeks. Love it.
It's much more "refined" than the current Cayenne IMO. By that I mean smoother, quieter, etc. At the same time, it handles transitions better and is a bit more nimble overall.
My only gripe is that I think it lacks grip relative to the Cayenne Turbo (comparing to the 911 wouldn't be a fair comp.) I think the grip issue could be fixed by a grippier tire, something more like a high performance summer tire.
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I'm actually driving on Alpine PA4s winter tires in my 991 right now and LOVE them. I may order summer tires on the Macan and put winter tires on in the winter. I live in Ohio.
I really notice the difference with grip with the seasonal tires.
I really notice the difference with grip with the seasonal tires.
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Thanks to all for the advice...tweaked my build:
Premium Package Plus $4,660
Black $0 Leather Interior in Black/Garnet Red $2,140
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) with $0 Reversing Camera
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus $580 (PDLS Plus)
Window Trim in Black (High-Gloss) $230
Sport Exhaust System including Sport $2,930 Tailpipes
Air Suspension incl. Porsche Active $1,385
Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV $1,490 Plus)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) $0
Sport Chrono Package $1,290
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels $1,650
Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche $185
3-zone Climate Control $510
Smoking Package $0
Comfort Lighting Package $325
Adaptive Sport Seats (18-way) incl. $0 Memory Package
Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front) $285
Burmester® High-End Surround Sound $4,290 System
Vehicle price $95,245
Should make me miss the 991 less...which is my goal vs lowest price. I don't worry about resale too much.
Premium Package Plus $4,660
Black $0 Leather Interior in Black/Garnet Red $2,140
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) with $0 Reversing Camera
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus $580 (PDLS Plus)
Window Trim in Black (High-Gloss) $230
Sport Exhaust System including Sport $2,930 Tailpipes
Air Suspension incl. Porsche Active $1,385
Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV $1,490 Plus)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) $0
Sport Chrono Package $1,290
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels $1,650
Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche $185
3-zone Climate Control $510
Smoking Package $0
Comfort Lighting Package $325
Adaptive Sport Seats (18-way) incl. $0 Memory Package
Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front) $285
Burmester® High-End Surround Sound $4,290 System
Vehicle price $95,245
Should make me miss the 991 less...which is my goal vs lowest price. I don't worry about resale too much.
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I would have kept the natural leather in espresso + red seat belts, and add instrument + chrono dials in red.
Also (to me) espresso goes well with standard (on turbo) brushed aluminum trims while black/garnet looks better with darker piano black or carbon fiber trims.
18 ways seat > the most important reason I sold my MT.
I'm sure you have tried this going in and out with no problem (without those white seat coverings from the factory).
20" Spyder wheels > looks better in picture than in person, lacks of concavity, and harder to clean as a DD.
21" + AS on MT feel as soft as Lexus RX350 with its factory 19" wheels.
Burmester >
Also (to me) espresso goes well with standard (on turbo) brushed aluminum trims while black/garnet looks better with darker piano black or carbon fiber trims.
18 ways seat > the most important reason I sold my MT.
I'm sure you have tried this going in and out with no problem (without those white seat coverings from the factory).
20" Spyder wheels > looks better in picture than in person, lacks of concavity, and harder to clean as a DD.
21" + AS on MT feel as soft as Lexus RX350 with its factory 19" wheels.
Burmester >
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Thanks for the input on the cf trim. Need to study that a bit more.
So you didn't like your 18 seats and sold your Macan turbo because of them?
I'm also considering the 21 inch turbo wheels but prefer the idea of s summer tire which doesn't come in the 21.
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So you didn't like your 18 seats and sold your Macan turbo because of them?
I'm also considering the 21 inch turbo wheels but prefer the idea of s summer tire which doesn't come in the 21.
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