As I posted earlier, a month ago I bought a CPO’d 2012 Carrera from the local dealer. Anthracite Brown/Luxor Beige, PDK, 20” wheels, Bose, and a few other options. I was blissfully enjoying my “new” Carrera. That is, until I saw a Boxster in Amaranth Red Metallic. It was love at first sight! (Not the Boxster, the color!). I knew right then that while I liked the Anthracite Brown, my Carrera had to be in that color. So after finally getting enough courage to ask the Mrs. (I had just bought the 2012 a month ago), I “pre-traded” and ordered a 2014 Carrera. However, in order to get the best possible deal, and take the least monetary “hit,” I had to give them my 2012 now, and patiently wait for the 2014 delivery in late July, early August (hopefully!). Here are my specs (base Carrera):

Amaranth Red Metallic
Luxor Beige Std. Interior
Deviated Carpet (Black)
PDK
Power Steering Plus
Sport Exhaust System
20” SportTechno Wheel
Mahogany Multi-function Steering Wheel
ParkAssist (Rear)
Bose Audio Package
Premium Package Plus
Power Sport Seats
Sunroof in Glass
Electric Folding Mirrors
Smoking Package
Model Designation “911”

Feel free to offer comments/suggestions, as I might have missed something that Ishould have considered. I did consider Sport Chrono, and decided not on "just" a base C2.

I’m pretty excited, and I suppose it’s going to be a looong four months.

 

Is the only mahogany piece in the car the steering wheel? What about platinum wheels or full leather?

 

I can't fault you a bit! I love that color too!!! Nice going

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You went for Power Steering Plus. Why is that? Have you tried it out yet? I have not is why I am asking. The current steering is quite smooth and easy not really needing the extra power.

 

Congratulations, you have courage! I would highly recommend Sport Chrono. I thought about not getting it, but did. I think you will find it will be worth the money.

ChuckJ

 

Actually, the only reason was that it was on my '12 C2 that I just traded. And since I loved the car overall mechanically, I figured I'd just keep the Power Steering Plus on the 2014 for the $270.

Thanks for the input.

 

Fair enough. It's not a big cost, you're right. Either way I think you'll love the new car in the color you want.

Enjoy!

 

The Sport Chrono was the option that I spent the most time trying to decided on. I had it on a '08 C2S and a '10 C2S. I never used it. Never used sport plus, or launch control. Never tracked. Although, while I was considering a '14 C2S, the Sport Chrono was still definitely a main option. When I decided that the base Carrera would be fine for me, I decided I just didn't want it.

I know the Sports Chron is a popular option, and I'm keeping an open mind about adding it. I still have a fews weeks before the build cut-off date.

Thanks for your input.

 

Amaranth Red is one of the most beautiful colors. CONGRATS!!