991.1S to 992.2T- thoughts?
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991.1S to 992.2T- thoughts?
I have a 991.1S with PDK that I bought CPO in 2019. Have enjoyed it a ton, but I can't help but miss the sensation of driving a manual (wife has manual 997.1 so driving that helps.) I have an opportunity to pick up a 992.2T in nearly the exact spec I wanted near MSRP. Had a quick spin in it and seems like a fantastic car. What has me hesitating is the delta between the two. MSRP starting at 148k$ adding options makes the car get expensive quickly. It doesn't help that WA now has an additional 8% luxury tax on automotive purchases above 100k. Anyone make a similar jump? Would welcome your thoughts.
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I have a 991.1S with PDK that I bought CPO in 2019. Have enjoyed it a ton, but I can't help but miss the sensation of driving a manual (wife has manual 997.1 so driving that helps.) I have an opportunity to pick up a 992.2T in nearly the exact spec I wanted near MSRP. Had a quick spin in it and seems like a fantastic car. What has me hesitating is the delta between the two. MSRP starting at 148k$ adding options makes the car get expensive quickly. It doesn't help that WA now has an additional 8% luxury tax on automotive purchases above 100k. Anyone make a similar jump? Would welcome your thoughts.
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I just posted this in a separate thread, having come from a .1 S into a .2 T:
Just picked up my new .2 T over the weekend and am about 100 miles into it. After I break it in and can really get a feel for the engine, I'll make a post highlighting my experience with both cars. But from what I can tell after a short period of time:
-T is much more engaging - handling / suspension / steering feel. S is much more of a softer drive and better for street/highway.
-S is MUCH faster. Granted I've barely cracked 4k RPM, I can just tell the T motor won't have juice of the S. That thing was a rocket. That said, I was never able to really get the most of it - mix of driver ability and roads just not allowing for maximizing that much power.
Just picked up my new .2 T over the weekend and am about 100 miles into it. After I break it in and can really get a feel for the engine, I'll make a post highlighting my experience with both cars. But from what I can tell after a short period of time:
-T is much more engaging - handling / suspension / steering feel. S is much more of a softer drive and better for street/highway.
-S is MUCH faster. Granted I've barely cracked 4k RPM, I can just tell the T motor won't have juice of the S. That thing was a rocket. That said, I was never able to really get the most of it - mix of driver ability and roads just not allowing for maximizing that much power.
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OP, it's all about how much you want to drive a MT. I had had MT 911s for 25 years, but during and after the pandemic, I went in and out of an AT M8 and then an AT M4. Now I absolutely love my T and am happy I have it, but it was a very expensive trip back.
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Go for it!
You can't do anything about the new WA luxury tax; you will have to pay that on any car purchase (over $100k) going forward. The only way to avoid this is keep what you have -- forever
The MY2027 prices in the U.S. will be released soon, and I can guarantee prices will go up. If the 992.2 T has most of the specs you want, go for it!!
You can't do anything about the new WA luxury tax; you will have to pay that on any car purchase (over $100k) going forward. The only way to avoid this is keep what you have -- forever
The MY2027 prices in the U.S. will be released soon, and I can guarantee prices will go up. If the 992.2 T has most of the specs you want, go for it!!
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I went from 991.1S PDK into 992.1T manual.
991 was a fantastic machine. I like my 992.1 T even more.
Manual gearbox is a large factor but the turbo 3.0 liter is a much more flexible engine, and I prefer it to the NA 3.8. Interior is far superior in the 992, but I did go from base interior to leather T package, so, can't say apples to apples.
My T was 138k and change all in. The newer ones are obviously more, but no one can really decide what's worth it to you.
991 was a fantastic machine. I like my 992.1 T even more.
Manual gearbox is a large factor but the turbo 3.0 liter is a much more flexible engine, and I prefer it to the NA 3.8. Interior is far superior in the 992, but I did go from base interior to leather T package, so, can't say apples to apples.
My T was 138k and change all in. The newer ones are obviously more, but no one can really decide what's worth it to you.
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I just posted this in a separate thread, having come from a .1 S into a .2 T:
Just picked up my new .2 T over the weekend and am about 100 miles into it. After I break it in and can really get a feel for the engine, I'll make a post highlighting my experience with both cars. But from what I can tell after a short period of time:
-T is much more engaging - handling / suspension / steering feel. S is much more of a softer drive and better for street/highway.
-S is MUCH faster. Granted I've barely cracked 4k RPM, I can just tell the T motor won't have juice of the S. That thing was a rocket. That said, I was never able to really get the most of it - mix of driver ability and roads just not allowing for maximizing that much power.
Just picked up my new .2 T over the weekend and am about 100 miles into it. After I break it in and can really get a feel for the engine, I'll make a post highlighting my experience with both cars. But from what I can tell after a short period of time:
-T is much more engaging - handling / suspension / steering feel. S is much more of a softer drive and better for street/highway.
-S is MUCH faster. Granted I've barely cracked 4k RPM, I can just tell the T motor won't have juice of the S. That thing was a rocket. That said, I was never able to really get the most of it - mix of driver ability and roads just not allowing for maximizing that much power.
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I mean, the PDK is probably the best automatic transmission there is so if you cant live without a manual maybe look into a 991.2 or 992.1 Carrera GTS or S with a manual.. I think the 992.2 is simply too expensive for what it is
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I thought about that too but every 992.1 S or GTS with a manual that I have seen is still listed above original MSRP. Tough finding the "value" proposition in this market...
