Porsche requiring a certain $ amount of options in new cars
#166
I am wondering what happens if some options is not available and makes the spec drop below the asking number.
would the dealer ask you to add more options to reach the minimum option requirements...
#167
Burning Brakes
Supply may be hard to come by on the sports car models but just take a look at new inventory for Cayennes and Macans and you'll see some of the most ridiculously bloated specs out there. There's plenty of inventory for those models because dealers specced them like idiots. $130k for a regular Cayenne? lol
Kinda like the economy. Here in Vancouver housing prices have soften a bit but still higher than pre COVID. Most places still cannot find workers. Where the hell did all the workers go? The divide between the rich and poor is definitely getting way bigger. I think that is why limited edition very high end sports cars will still command a massive premium (if you can get them). The money is here and there is LOTS of it.
I was just at the Boat Show and at the on water displays you used to be able to tour the big 70 foot plus yachts. This year many of them were by "appointment" only. Those that had appointments had their own special reception tents and smucks like me were definitely on the outside looking in. I heard one saleslady say the waitlist for 70 foot plus yachts is over 3 years.
I am just jealous I am on the poor side of the divide.
Last edited by canuck964; 02-06-2023 at 12:58 PM.
#170
I've been on "the list" for a year for euro delivery in vancouver - when a car finally came up they:
1 - asked $35,000 minimum in options
2 - no euro delivery spots available next 1-2 years
3 - wanted to give me 20% less for my trade in vs another dealer across the street (I shopped around the trade in value) when I told them competitors trade in value they said they could maybe offer that if I did an early trade in and be without a car
1 - asked $35,000 minimum in options
2 - no euro delivery spots available next 1-2 years
3 - wanted to give me 20% less for my trade in vs another dealer across the street (I shopped around the trade in value) when I told them competitors trade in value they said they could maybe offer that if I did an early trade in and be without a car
#171
Drifting
#172
Instructor
The requirements to get an allocation definitely vary based on the dealership.
I put down a deposit for a C2S at a dealership 12 months ago. I wasn’t getting any updates and they wouldn’t tell me what number I was on the list, and although they wouldn’t admit it, I’m sure people with higher spec builds were leapfrogging me. They also told me that people with “good” trades would move up the list so if I bought a used car from them, I could have a new one within a few months.
I’ve spent a lot of time on the phone over the past six months. A second dealership where I recently bought a Macan knew that I was looking for a 992 and called me out of the blue with a C2S allocation. There were no caveats on the price of the car.. I obviously jumped on it!
I called the first dealership to request a refund on my deposit. They miraculously called back the next day and had a C2GTS allocation available. However, the build had to have $30k in options. I declined, and will never do business with them again. I don’t like their tactics, and I no longer trust them. I hope customers have a long memory, so that when this market turns around the dealerships that were being fair get rewarded for their honesty and integrity.
FWIW I think we’re starting to see a turn in the market. I had a chance at a c2gts cab, turbo, and T allocation over the past couple months. They were all last minute customer cancellations.
I put down a deposit for a C2S at a dealership 12 months ago. I wasn’t getting any updates and they wouldn’t tell me what number I was on the list, and although they wouldn’t admit it, I’m sure people with higher spec builds were leapfrogging me. They also told me that people with “good” trades would move up the list so if I bought a used car from them, I could have a new one within a few months.
I’ve spent a lot of time on the phone over the past six months. A second dealership where I recently bought a Macan knew that I was looking for a 992 and called me out of the blue with a C2S allocation. There were no caveats on the price of the car.. I obviously jumped on it!
I called the first dealership to request a refund on my deposit. They miraculously called back the next day and had a C2GTS allocation available. However, the build had to have $30k in options. I declined, and will never do business with them again. I don’t like their tactics, and I no longer trust them. I hope customers have a long memory, so that when this market turns around the dealerships that were being fair get rewarded for their honesty and integrity.
FWIW I think we’re starting to see a turn in the market. I had a chance at a c2gts cab, turbo, and T allocation over the past couple months. They were all last minute customer cancellations.
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#173
Rennlist Member
Yeah, you guys are way more patient and accommodating than me. I would NEVER pay a penny of additional markup or 'option' extortion, just on principle. I won't spend $6 for a head of wilted broccoli either. There are alternatives.
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#174
Drifting
The requirements to get an allocation definitely vary based on the dealership.
I put down a deposit for a C2S at a dealership 12 months ago. I wasn’t getting any updates and they wouldn’t tell me what number I was on the list, and although they wouldn’t admit it, I’m sure people with higher spec builds were leapfrogging me. They also told me that people with “good” trades would move up the list so if I bought a used car from them, I could have a new one within a few months.
I’ve spent a lot of time on the phone over the past six months. A second dealership where I recently bought a Macan knew that I was looking for a 992 and called me out of the blue with a C2S allocation. There were no caveats on the price of the car.. I obviously jumped on it!
I called the first dealership to request a refund on my deposit. They miraculously called back the next day and had a C2GTS allocation available. However, the build had to have $30k in options. I declined, and will never do business with them again. I don’t like their tactics, and I no longer trust them. I hope customers have a long memory, so that when this market turns around the dealerships that were being fair get rewarded for their honesty and integrity.
FWIW I think we’re starting to see a turn in the market. I had a chance at a c2gts cab, turbo, and T allocation over the past couple months. They were all last minute customer cancellations.
I put down a deposit for a C2S at a dealership 12 months ago. I wasn’t getting any updates and they wouldn’t tell me what number I was on the list, and although they wouldn’t admit it, I’m sure people with higher spec builds were leapfrogging me. They also told me that people with “good” trades would move up the list so if I bought a used car from them, I could have a new one within a few months.
I’ve spent a lot of time on the phone over the past six months. A second dealership where I recently bought a Macan knew that I was looking for a 992 and called me out of the blue with a C2S allocation. There were no caveats on the price of the car.. I obviously jumped on it!
I called the first dealership to request a refund on my deposit. They miraculously called back the next day and had a C2GTS allocation available. However, the build had to have $30k in options. I declined, and will never do business with them again. I don’t like their tactics, and I no longer trust them. I hope customers have a long memory, so that when this market turns around the dealerships that were being fair get rewarded for their honesty and integrity.
FWIW I think we’re starting to see a turn in the market. I had a chance at a c2gts cab, turbo, and T allocation over the past couple months. They were all last minute customer cancellations.
Also, name the dealers (good + bad) so others can avoid in the future. Have a feeling I know who they are but can't hurt to confirm.
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BigRed911 (02-17-2023)
#175
Three Wheelin'
Yeah, I think people are confused thinking that 'the list' means it is in any sort of sequential order based on deposit date. 12 people on the list in front of you doesn't mean you're getting the 13th car cause of reasons.
Also, name the dealers (good + bad) so others can avoid in the future. Have a feeling I know who they are but can't hurt to confirm.
Also, name the dealers (good + bad) so others can avoid in the future. Have a feeling I know who they are but can't hurt to confirm.
#176
Drifting
European delivery booked for the entire year in one week last Nov or Dec, whenever it opened up. You need to be on a cancellation list.
The dealer games are annoying. My dealer has areas to improve, but doesn’t play games fortunately. I’ve had a few domestics do this and I will never buy another thing from them.
I was told to add some options, but my original build was pretty light. I have 41k options now, it seemed to give me more pull. I have ED coming up in April, can’t wait!
Edit, they may have 10-15 on a list, but when it comes time to slap down the cash, lots drop off, the market is slowly changing. Some don’t want to spend money now.
Also, not only are you battling lists, but when you finally get your allocation, they’re are still parts shortages. PCCB, LWBS, sports packages, Matrix lights, etc.
The dealer games are annoying. My dealer has areas to improve, but doesn’t play games fortunately. I’ve had a few domestics do this and I will never buy another thing from them.
I was told to add some options, but my original build was pretty light. I have 41k options now, it seemed to give me more pull. I have ED coming up in April, can’t wait!
Edit, they may have 10-15 on a list, but when it comes time to slap down the cash, lots drop off, the market is slowly changing. Some don’t want to spend money now.
Also, not only are you battling lists, but when you finally get your allocation, they’re are still parts shortages. PCCB, LWBS, sports packages, Matrix lights, etc.
Last edited by Angryinch; 02-15-2023 at 11:24 AM.
#177
#178
Rennlist Member
On waiting list for Euro delivery but they are not optimistic. Car (992 RS) will be built in March. I will just ship it back -can’t miss some track days there.
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mhenry84 (02-20-2023)
#179
Drifting
Might get lucky, did your SA request to put you on the cancelation list?
What's your build code? Id like to see, thanks!