RE: Porsche 911 Carrera launched with 385hp
Discussion
Tintop2 said:
av185 said:
Depends how long you are keeping the car.
Agree always spec it primarily for yourself but always have an eye on the general market. Some options are a no brainer that add value and saleability.
Others are a total waste of money and can actually detract from value and saleability.
My approach would be the same - do it for yourself... with this in mind (and not being one for wanting to fly under the radar in the usual black or silver...)Agree always spec it primarily for yourself but always have an eye on the general market. Some options are a no brainer that add value and saleability.
Others are a total waste of money and can actually detract from value and saleability.
I think I'm in love...
I configured mine last night, now just need to make partner at work!!
av185 said:
Dale487 said:
There are one or to things; folding mirrors, auto dipping mirrors; that you get on a £25K hatch that are optional but as you say the standard spec is good.
Those who think you need £15K of options have been listening to Porsche dealers too much; buy the car you want with the spec you want.
Depends how long you are keeping the car.Those who think you need £15K of options have been listening to Porsche dealers too much; buy the car you want with the spec you want.
Agree always spec it primarily for yourself but always have an eye on the general market. Some options are a no brainer that add value and saleability.
Others are a total waste of money and can actually detract from value and saleability.
hermes said:
I’m quite sure this is a highly capable car, the VW Golf of sports cars?
With the chassis and tech being so good these days, why would you need a C4? (From the owner of 2 C4S!)
The Golf GTI of sports cars almost certainly.With the chassis and tech being so good these days, why would you need a C4? (From the owner of 2 C4S!)
In the UK, personally don't see the need for the C4 or C4S.
av185 said:
4wd Carreras imo defeat the object of a purer 2wd 911.
Compromised steering, increased weight, more transmission noise and worse economy. More complex and expensive new too.
Ok for going skiing in though.
That’s it no benefit at all like more traction etc it’s just of you get one you’re not a proper driver again because it’s not pure.Compromised steering, increased weight, more transmission noise and worse economy. More complex and expensive new too.
Ok for going skiing in though.
Pesty said:
av185 said:
4wd Carreras imo defeat the object of a purer 2wd 911.
Compromised steering, increased weight, more transmission noise and worse economy. More complex and expensive new too.
Ok for going skiing in though.
That’s it no benefit at all like more traction etc it’s just of you get one you’re not a proper driver again because it’s not pure.Compromised steering, increased weight, more transmission noise and worse economy. More complex and expensive new too.
Ok for going skiing in though.
Hard acceleration on a wet, straight road in a mid-eighties unadulterated 911 Carrera.
The arm full of opposite lock required for the unannounced rear end snap.
The triumphal rush of “I’m alive!” adrenalin as the horizon reverted to the straight ahead view.
Ah, the days of real enthusiasm.
Dale487 said:
drjdog said:
I can't see the gold wheels on the red car in the configurator. Not that I was going to buy one but it's fun to play.
They are under wheel accessorises; satin aurum. drjdog said:
Dale487 said:
drjdog said:
I can't see the gold wheels on the red car in the configurator. Not that I was going to buy one but it's fun to play.
They are under wheel accessorises; satin aurum. av185 said:
So you would invalidate your warranty, obtain an inferior unofficial paint job probably in the wrong colour thus devaluing the car and chances are the wheels would deteriorate quicker especially after winter use.
Just to save £600.
Luckily I don't have £83k to spend on a new 911, because that's exactly what I might do. Just to save £600.
Edited by av185 on Thursday 1st August 17:48
drjdog said:
Dale487 said:
drjdog said:
I can't see the gold wheels on the red car in the configurator. Not that I was going to buy one but it's fun to play.
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