Safe to say this is my best Porsche yet!

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Jun 20, 2012 | 07:36 PM
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Dealer delivered this in time for Memorial Day weekend, have been driving between Manhattan and East Hampton about 90 miles each way, each weekend, I love this thing!

SC made a big difference with the PDK, as my last car which I bought off the dealer floor, Had PDK without SC. Love the hand stitched Espresso leather, the new Cabriolet, the overall stability, and traction, that just wasn't there in the 997. I had a 997.1 Cab went to Bentleys for a few years, and then got a 997.2 coupe. This car embodies the best aspects of those two Porsches, a 991 Cab that handles like a 997.2 coupe if that makes any sense.

Surprised that I didn't order Park Assist but they gave it to me anyway without charge... it was a dealer build that I changed to my specs...I assume that had something to do with it. HRE builds some fantastic wheels, the difference in handling is dramatic, and the compliments from people never stop, definitely Black satin for a white car. The only other Mods Im considering are Black speedster type mud guards, and an x51 kit. Im interested in having about 450hp, any suggestions? More to come including a detailed review, and interior shots.

This one was taken by Official Porsche Photographer Axel Koester at Monticello Motor Club, He's from Germany, but now Los Angeles Based. Please see his fantastic work at axelkoesterphotography.com

Carrara White
Espresso natural leather interior
PDK
Sport Chrono package
Model Logo on center Console
Porsche crest in Headrests
Sport design steering wheel
HRE p40 SC Satin Black Wheels
Burmeister (R) Audio Package
Premium package with 14 way seats
Cabriolet roof in black

 

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Jun 20, 2012 | 08:12 PM
  #2  
Love the HREs. Congratulations.
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Jun 20, 2012 | 08:34 PM
  #3  
Excellent - love to see some pics with the top down..
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Jun 21, 2012 | 06:50 AM
  #4  
Congratulations! Boy do I agree with your assessment. Had my Cab for about a month now and am loving every minute. The handling is indeed superb. Many will complain about the low end torque and PDK but rarely is this cars handling discussed. I love it all!
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Jun 21, 2012 | 11:07 AM
  #5  
Very nice! Could you take a pic of the center console?
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Jun 21, 2012 | 12:48 PM
  #6  
Congratulations, I totally agree!!!!

ChuckJ
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Jun 21, 2012 | 12:55 PM
  #7  
Congrats! Nice pic of your car in a green grassy field.
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Jun 21, 2012 | 01:29 PM
  #8  
Glad to hear you are loving your new ride ... that picture really looks beautiful !!

Enjoy !!
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Jun 22, 2012 | 06:36 AM
  #9  
Quote: .

Surprised that I didn't order Park Assist but they gave it to me anyway without charge... it was a dealer build that I changed to my specs...I assume that had something to do with it.
Park assist at the rear is included gratis for all cabs.

Glad you are enjoying the car.
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Jun 22, 2012 | 07:48 AM
  #10  
congratulations
the cabriolet is superb. as pointed out in previous posts low end torque is problematic. even in traffic i drive in sports mode. mpg not bad at 23. i suppose if i am getting better mileage i should sell the car immediately as i am clearly driving it incorrectly. absolutely fantastic car...enjoy!
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Jun 22, 2012 | 08:46 AM
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Quote: the cabriolet is superb. as pointed out in previous posts low end torque is problematic. even in traffic i drive in sports mode. mpg not bad at 23. i suppose if i am getting better mileage i should sell the car immediately as i am clearly driving it incorrectly. absolutely fantastic car...enjoy!
You could drive it in Sport +, that would solve the high gas mileage problem.

ChuckJ
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Jun 22, 2012 | 09:35 AM
  #12  
sport plus
sport plus on the street scares me. it would solve my mileage issues but i would have to spend more time cleaning my seat.
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Jun 22, 2012 | 11:46 AM
  #13  
Beautiful , congrats!

The black wheels suit that car as it compliments the black top and balances the look nicely.
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Jun 22, 2012 | 01:03 PM
  #14  
Great car. Thanks pic. I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of my white/black/black cab. I'm hoping it's being loaded into the ship as I write this.
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Jun 22, 2012 | 01:41 PM
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Quote: sport plus on the street scares me. it would solve my mileage issues but i would have to spend more time cleaning my seat.
lmao
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