718 GTS Launch

[GT4P]

On the configurator now, expect to pay circa £70k otr for reasonable spec. nothing to extravagant.

[bcr5784]

Seems a bit mean compared with previous model. Looks like 20" wheels, PASM, PSE, Sport Chrono 365bhp and unique interior. Horsepower figure gives headroom for GT4 - which I suppose might have as little as 400bhp which will disappoint some.

[Twinfan]

I've just specced up a 718 GTS to match my 981 GTS and it was coming out around £5k more at £67,500, but it includes PCM as standard (which mine doesn't have).

A similar increase to the rest of the range I think.

[RMJ891]

I'll be ordering a Cayman GTS now that it's released, for delivery next summer.

It comes to £72,000 for me: I'll basically have it as the press cars are, with carmine red, interior package, PDK, LED running lights and so on.

I know everyone will say it's "expensive for a four pot", but I think it's absolutely stunning, and for me the main draw of the GTS is the interior pack, which I think is beautiful (though I'll replace the alcantara steering wheel with the carbon one, as I've heard comments about wear on alcantara steering wheels).

It'll be my first Porsche, and I hope it keeps my 'car lust' at bay for a good few years. Had an Audi that I got bored of in about 6 months, now have a Golf GTI that is very good but a bit dull...

[cay]

PTV standard, interesting as very few 981 GTS seem to have this.

No mention of PSE, standard or optional on configurator, is it just the standard exhaust then?

And, black wheels, no option for silver with the normal wheels - WHY? I hate black wheels with a passion.

[Twinfan]

There are no real worries with wear on the alcantara, and it feels great!

A couple of videos are up on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HUZfe3-ZWA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Sks0rtB0NM

[PhantomPH]

RMJ891 said:

(though I'll replace the alcantara steering wheel with the carbon one, as I've heard comments about wear on alcantara steering wheels).

Don't be too hasty - unless you are planning on doing 20k a year and not looking after the wheel, you will be fine. My 981GTS had the alcantara (and it was lovely in the hands) - I was the second owner and with 10k miles on the click, every bit of alcantara looked like brand new.

In short - don't 'do without' on the off chance it's going to look a bit worn (with neglect - plenty of tips for keeping it looking nice...none of which I needed to follow) in 20k miles.

[PhantomPH]

cay said:

No mention of PSE, standard or optional on configurator, is it just the standard exhaust then?

Implication is tha the exhaust is bespoke for the GTS. No 'option' - just the 'GTS exhaust' as standard.

[cay]

PhantomPH said:

Implication is tha the exhaust is bespoke for the GTS. No 'option' - just the 'GTS exhaust' as standard.

I think you are probably right, I noticed the press release says "Standard fit sports exhaust".

Just no mention on configurator.

Engine still sounds rubbish on the configurator, guess there is only so much an exhaust can do!

[bcr5784]

cay said:

I think you are probably right, I noticed the press release says "Standard fit sports exhaust".

Just no mention on configurator.

Engine still sounds rubbish on the configurator, guess there is only so much an exhaust can do!

If you look on the configurator I think I can spot the sports exhaust button.

[PhantomPH]

Watch the first of the two videos above - Dario mentions "...the GTS exhaust".

[Twinfan]

It'll have a tweaked PSE. Not sure it's made much difference compared to the regular PSE on the 718, unlike the GTS PSE on the 981. Hard to tell from a couple of short videos though.

[WG]

At last !! But 365 BHP lower than I was to.d both by OPC and Porsche at Frankfurt motor show. Still, plenty fast enough I think! Can't wait to get speccing at OPC !

[PhantomPH]

WG said:

At last !! But 365 BHP lower than I was to.d both by OPC and Porsche at Frankfurt motor show. Still, plenty fast enough I think! Can't wait to get speccing at OPC !

Ditto - had heard 375 with the next GT4 being 400. However, I was at the launch of the Panamera Sport Turismo on Monday night and there was a hushed mumble when I was chatting to some of the senior staff, that there was not going to be a 718 gen GT4....so I suspect at this stage, all bets are off!

[AndyMort]

Some words here:-
https://www.pistonheads.com/news/ph-germancars/new...

[Budflicker]

Had a look on the configurator and the 718 Cayman GTS looks lovely, if it had a flat 6 with that sound i'd order one for certain. Not so sure about £72k with a flat 4 though?

Heard a 718S drive by me the other day, well I say heard it, I didn't really hear it at all.

[WG]

Just spent some time atOPC speccing my Boxster GTS. Order placed, delivery expected January. The waiting game begins!

[cc3]

A bit disappointed by this. £70k for modest power boost and handicap of 4 cylinders. Hot hatches pushing out 400 bhp now

[Tim718]

Been waiting for this day! damn the configurator is so confusing - love the colour and interior on the press shots, but what’s that spec gonna cost

Also what would you say are the MUST HAVE options?

[Twinfan]

Tim718 said:

Also what would you say are the MUST HAVE options?

• GTS interior pack with contrast stitching (expensive)
• -20mm PASM (only £130 I think)
• Dual zone climate
• Smokers pack (covers the cubby hole on the centre console)
• Auto dimming mirrors and wipers
• Reversing sensors or full sensors with rear camera
• Cruise control

Everything else is to taste I reckon!