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Lancerlot
Original Poster
124 posts
67 months
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I understand new 991's are now being delivered with full UK postal code recognition Satnav and that it will be a cost option upgrade for current owners. I wonder how they feel, having loyally bought one from the early batch, to now be asked to put their hands in their pockets so soon for this upgrade. I don't think the cost has yet been announced, but a figure of £500 has been mentioned. Surely not! 
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craigjm
2,239 posts
69 months
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This is why I never buy one within the first six months of production. At launch you couldnt get various other options on the 991 or 981. I think its a bit rough asking for an upgrade cost from original customers but I am sure you can negotiate that with the dealer.
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Geneve
2,686 posts
88 months
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The PCM debacle - specifically Porsche's lack of cost effective customer support - has been covered on here and elsewhere for many years. I understand the charge, which involves a software update - downloaded by the OPC from a lap top, is actually nearer £600 with vat 
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458 Italia
737 posts
65 months
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I would imagine not having 7 digit postcode is the least of your worries if you're an early adopter who paid full list price and now find they are discounting new cars to the tune of 10%.
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craigjm
2,239 posts
69 months
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458 Italia said: I would imagine not having 7 digit postcode is the least of your worries if you're an early adopter who paid full list price and now find they are discounting new cars to the tune of 10%. Where? I havent seen any discounts to anywhere near that level
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458 Italia
737 posts
65 months
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mnk303
167 posts
80 months
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On 981's there are no discounts in cash , just deals ie paid for factory collections or the free track day, they don't need to discount the 981 they can't make enough of them, that's why VW factory now assisting.
At £50k to £65k IMO there is no better open top sports car, got to spend £100k plus plus on a 991 to get a decent spec convertible and the rear seats are pointless.
Deprecation will always be there, I say buy a car you are comfortable with , run and use it, enjoy it And then gulp take the depreciation , at least you have enjoyed it. With a Ferrari you have deprecation, running costs, and lack of use!
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London GT3
442 posts
110 months
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Will Boxsters delivered in 2013 also get 7 digit postcodes on the Sat Nav?
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Lordglenmorangie
2,554 posts
74 months
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mnk303 said: On 981's there are no discounts in cash , just deals ie paid for factory collections or the free track day, they don't need to discount the 981 they can't make enough of them, that's why VW factory now assisting.
At £50k to £65k IMO there is no better open top sports car, got to spend £100k plus plus on a 991 to get a decent spec convertible and the rear seats are pointless.
Deprecation will always be there, I say buy a car you are comfortable with , run and use it, enjoy it And then gulp take the depreciation , at least you have enjoyed it. With a Ferrari you have deprecation, running costs, and lack of use! 
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Binksboy
86 posts
11 months
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mnk303 said: On 981's there are no discounts in cash , just deals ie paid for factory collections or the free track day, they don't need to discount the 981 they can't make enough of them, that's why VW factory now assisting.
At £50k to £65k IMO there is no better open top sports car, got to spend £100k plus plus on a 991 to get a decent spec convertible and the rear seats are pointless.
Deprecation will always be there, I say buy a car you are comfortable with , run and use it, enjoy it And then gulp take the depreciation , at least you have enjoyed it. With a Ferrari you have deprecation, running costs, and lack of use! Spot on,this 10K off everybody's talking about (991s) might be there on ex demos with miles, not built to spec cars.
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craigjm
2,239 posts
69 months
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London GT3 said: Will Boxsters delivered in 2013 also get 7 digit postcodes on the Sat Nav? The one I sat in at Tonbridge recently had that.
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craigjm
2,239 posts
69 months
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Binksboy said: Spot on,this 10K off everybody's talking about (991s) might be there on ex demos with miles, not built to spec cars. This is what I was getting at when I asked above.
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Porkupine
1,553 posts
34 months
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Binksboy said: Spot on,this 10K off everybody's talking about (991s) might be there on ex demos with miles, not built to spec cars. Are you sure about that? I think they are there on new cars especially those that are built (but not demos). Maybe not on built to order but why would you need built to order there are plenty out there to find one in the exact spec you want u less you are going pts or the like.
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Koln-RS
1,205 posts
81 months
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I don't think you'd get a conspicuous discount on a new 991. But there will be a big drop on nearly new, from private or OPC. Of course things might change if the economy takes a downturn. Dealers have targets and stock to move.
Porsche should offer everyone a PCM upgrade for free or a nominal charge. They really upset a lot of customers back in 2005 when the first 997 and 987s arrived without TMC. I agree that disgruntled owners should make their feelings clearly known, otherwise Porsche will keep taking the mickey with PCM.
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458 Italia
737 posts
65 months
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Porkupine said: Binksboy said: Spot on,this 10K off everybody's talking about (991s) might be there on ex demos with miles, not built to spec cars. Are you sure about that? I think they are there on new cars especially those that are built (but not demos). Maybe not on built to order but why would you need built to order there are plenty out there to find one in the exact spec you want u less you are going pts or the like. It is on new cars that are physical stock and unregistered. I can't understand why people try and kid themselves that the dealers are not discounting. The stock has got to move, and unless anyone noticed they are struggling to meet targets in the third quarter, which is now over. The next quarter will be really tough.
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Porkupine
1,553 posts
34 months
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458 Italia said: It is on new cars that are physical stock and unregistered. I can't understand why people try and kid themselves that the dealers are not discounting. The stock has got to move, and unless anyone noticed they are struggling to meet targets in the third quarter, which is now over. The next quarter will be really tough. If I had shelled out 100k for a new car I am sure I would be kidding myself too! For those fortunate enough to have been the first to buy - enjoy the new model! And just accept the lack of discount and high depreciation you will suffer is the cost of the privilege!
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Ady128
281 posts
12 months
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I'm not quite sure what all the fuss is about having full postal codes on satnavs. I'm a Postman and the last 2 digits of the code only refer to the other side ( or very close) of the street/road you're looking for. So I certainly won't be paying £500 for this update. Not that I use satnav much; I'd rather get lost!
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Lancerlot
Original Poster
124 posts
67 months
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Ady128 said: I'm not quite sure what all the fuss is about having full postal codes on satnavs. I'm a Postman and the last 2 digits of the code only refer to the other side ( or very close) of the street/road you're looking for. So I certainly won't be paying £500 for this update. Not that I use satnav much; I'd rather get lost! It's quite difficult if the address doesn't include a street or number eg. Rose Cottage, Arnington, or you're trying to find a unit on an industrial estate etc.
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stevod
205 posts
9 months
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Ady128 said: I'm a Postman and the last 2 digits of the code only refer to the other side ( or very close) of the street/road you're looking for. Not quite true, for example: http://www.britishpostcodes.info/sector/SE22-8And the last mile or two is often the most difficult / unknown. S
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mollytherocker
6,890 posts
78 months
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A few people have mentioned £10k discounts but provided no proof.
An OPC is more likely to overpay for the trade in as opposed to discounting the new car anyway. Thats what I would push for.
Its the same thing afterall.
MTR
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