718 GTS 4.0…

[dans160]

jwo said:

Can people name the dealer they have placed orders with. Trying to work out lead times/allocations form individual dealers.

I’m looking to order in July, but don’t want the car until 2024 (for a variety of reasons - primarily saving the pennies).

Thanks in advance

Bournemouth. Ordered Jan, build slot for November.

Dan

[jwo]

So here is my latest configuration…

Simple but functional…

http://www.porsche-code.com/PPW445R7

[matt21]

Whilst options do you think will be desirable when I come to sell, hopefully not for a long time (10-15 years)? I know on some cars as they age certain options are a must, others are avoided (sunroof etc).

I've gone for pretty high spec, but kept off all the drivers aids (lane departure etc) as I think this will be a negative option in future as technology progresses.

Suspect manual will be the wise choice, but preferred PDK so went with that!

Anything else?

[ClubsportStr]

matt21 said:

Whilst options do you think will be desirable when I come to sell, hopefully not for a long time (10-15 years)? I know on some cars as they age certain options are a must, others are avoided (sunroof etc).

I've gone for pretty high spec, but kept off all the drivers aids (lane departure etc) as I think this will be a negative option in future as technology progresses.

Suspect manual will be the wise choice, but preferred PDK so went with that!

Anything else?

You are going to keep it for 10/15 years buy what options you want to enjoy the car . Forget about resale value!

[matt21]

ClubsportStr said:

You are going to keep it for 10/15 years buy what options you want to enjoy the car . Forget about resale value!

I know and I will Just curious if there is anything that people think will help or hinder desirability as it ages, not necessarily just to residual value.

[JeffC]

matt21 said:

Whilst options do you think will be desirable when I come to sell, hopefully not for a long time (10-15 years)? I know on some cars as they age certain options are a must, others are avoided (sunroof etc).

I've gone for pretty high spec, but kept off all the drivers aids (lane departure etc) as I think this will be a negative option in future as technology progresses.

Suspect manual will be the wise choice, but preferred PDK so went with that!

Anything else?

If I was buying to keep long term I would buy to please myself wouldn't like to think I was driving round in a manual to possibly please someone in 15 years time! long term no one can really predict but a manual box I imagine will be rare in the future, If it was short term personally I would say stay away from manual, speaking with one of the group buyers for Porsche he said the feedback he is getting is people buying used favour PDK, he also said the cars that are not shifting quickly are in the drab colours that most people seem to be going for new thinking its a safe bet to flip, greys silvers ect where the brighter colours and pdk cars are moving much quicker.

[Andy718]

jwo said:

Can people name the dealer they have placed orders with. Trying to work out lead times/allocations form individual dealers.

I’m looking to order in July, but don’t want the car until 2024 (for a variety of reasons - primarily saving the pennies).

Thanks in advance

If you're looking for a Boxster then 2024 may not be an option, I placed a Boxster deposit in January for a prospective 2024 car, was contacted in March to say the Boxster order cannot be guaranteed.
I swapped to a cancelled Cayman may 2022 build slot.

[T1berious]

jwo said:

So here is my latest configuration…

Simple but functional…

http://www.porsche-code.com/PPW445R7

I'd go the smokers package as it loses that "hole" between the seats.

I admire your ability to keep the options cost down.

[cowboyengineer]

T1berious said:

jwo said:

So here is my latest configuration…

Simple but functional…

http://www.porsche-code.com/PPW445R7

I'd go the smokers package as it loses that "hole" between the seats.

I admire your ability to keep the options cost down.

The one thing I would add is auto dimming mirrors

[jwo]

Thanks chaps; I’ll have a look at those two. It, like others on here, will be a keeper for a good few years hopefully, for weekends, whizzing around Europe, Scotland etc.. last of N/A large capacity engine..

Off to the configurator now..

[T1berious]

Mines, (version 8?)

Going through it again tonight but will visit the OPC at the weekend to look at the paint samples.

http://www.porsche-code.com/PP7C4BL0

[julian987R]

T1berious said:

Mines, (version 8?)

Going through it again tonight but will visit the OPC at the weekend to look at the paint samples.

http://www.porsche-code.com/PP7C4BL0

You went off green quickly!

[cowboyengineer]

I’ve grey metallic looks nice

[Jefferson Steelflex]

jwo said:

Can people name the dealer they have placed orders with. Trying to work out lead times/allocations form individual dealers.

I’m looking to order in July, but don’t want the car until 2024 (for a variety of reasons - primarily saving the pennies).

Thanks in advance

East London for me. Mentioned previously they said i was #3 on the Boxster GTS list when i ordered in mid-April, and couldn’t guarantee me a car in next 18 months, if at all.

[RTA3]

T1berious said:

I'd go the smokers package as it loses that "hole" between the seats.

I admire your ability to keep the options cost down.

For me, Climate is essential. Perhaps it is standard on new model year cars? If not AC is not good.

[OPOGTS]

RTA3 said:

For me, Climate is essential. Perhaps it is standard on new model year cars? If not AC is not good.

100% agree with this.

[mabosh]

I'd agree that climate control is pretty much essential, the controls are awkward to reach if you need to adjust.

I notice both configurator codes above have opted for the - 10mm suspension drop as opposed to the standard - 20mm. I chose to stick with the standard - 20mm drop. No issues at all over speed bumps etc and the car just sits that little bit nicer on its wheels. The ride is still very good around town, perhaps feels about 15% firmer/tighter than our previous car with - 10mm.

[T1berious]

julian987R said:

T1berious said:

Mines, (version 8?)

Going through it again tonight but will visit the OPC at the weekend to look at the paint samples.

http://www.porsche-code.com/PP7C4BL0

You went off green quickly!

Think it was Agate Grey previously (a compromise which I didn't fancy in the end). Either way I test drove one with the GTS interior and quite liked it.

Hoping to ask a few questions at the weekend about interior options.

Cheers T1b

[garylythgoe]

Hi All, I'm semi keen on the idea of a 718 GTS to replace my Exige V6/Audi S5 combo. Does anyone mind sharing what kind of GFV they are getting offered from an OPC or other finance broker?

Thanks

[SarlechS]

garylythgoe said:

Hi All, I'm semi keen on the idea of a 718 GTS to replace my Exige V6/Audi S5 combo. Does anyone mind sharing what kind of GFV they are getting offered from an OPC or other finance broker?

Thanks

Long time bud! Fantastic choice of cars by the way.

I'm looking at moving out of my Cayman into a Exige V6 (prices went crazy when we last spoke but are starting to come down now) but i have been eyeing up 718 GTS 4.0s and 991.1 GTS's too. Have you considered them or are they too big in dimension? weight is very similar to the Cayman GTS but its a fair bit quicker for similar money.