One more note dude - I forgot you're deciding on an 08 Turbo vs. 09 GTS. I wouldn't take the PCM upgrade lightly. The new touch screen and interface in PCM 3 puts PCM 2.1 to utter shame. Unless the Turbo has PDCC and 21" rims, I would personally go with the 09 GTS (assuming it has bluetooth and universal audio). You don't want to underestimate the value of the new iPod interface with touch screen. On the drive back home from dinner tonight, my wife even commented on how nice the new interface is. You can actually read all the song titles, and while there were a few awkward menus, it is truly useful. Remember you won't be driving your truck like a sports car all the time - sometimes, you'll just want to relax and enjoy the music.

 

but parkmaster - if you pin the Turbo in anything other than 1st gear - the 6k + rpm takes you way past impound ranges.

end of the day, like most things, the decision is pretty personal and you really have to make your own call ALSZ06

 

I just got 09 GTS at quite a discount off MSRP, so equally equipped 08TT (at the current offered prices around 100 grands -- check dealers' "specials") would cost 25% more -- So do the math. Touchscreen PCM with iPod, BT and XM radio is a nice touch also (you can add iPod and BT to PCM2.1, but hardly XM traffic). So, if you have extra $25K, and willing to burn some rubber -- go fot TT, but if you are looking for a nice riding SUV with a huge power headroom -- GTS is a great family station wagon for suburbia men, like myself. Tastes are differ.

 

You're absolutely right -- let's face the facts: no one really NEEDS any of this stuff, so it's purely what your instincts pull you towards in the end. Whichever one ALSZ06 chooses, he will be a very happy fellow.

 

parkmonster - up here in Ontario they slipped through a BS racing law - 30 mph over limit - automatic impound - $10k fine. there are stories of the cops leaving people at the side of the road when they impound - tow truck drivers can't take passengers - legal liability issues.

insane rule and it certainly coloured my ability to stomach the chance in the CTT.

 

CPA4S, that really sucks dude. But at 30mph over the limit, I think you need to be equally careful in your GTS - it's not like the GTS is lacking in power! $10k is unreasonable - I think even a $1k fine would be steep enough to deter speeding like that.... Enjoy the GTS (and speed limit) in good health.

 

Turbo all the way.... So much more fun.

 

For some reason I like the GTS more... Styling, driving involvement, sound, character, seats, etc...

To me, the Turbo has more power at the expense of a lot else... And given that it's an SUV, the GTS has enough power.

 

So a funny thing happened on the morning I went to check out the Cayenne Turbo last Friday. I drove an hour and half to Sacramento to meet the salesperson at 9:30am. I got to test drive the Turbo and was impressed with the interior and ride. I really like the three different settings from comfort to sport. The turbo also looked classy. However, I was slightly disappointed in the acceleration. I thought with 500hp, it would have a little bit more kick. Maybe it was because I drove up there in my Corvette Z06 and didn't feel the surge like the vette. I know I shouldn't compare the two but I guess my body was used to the acceleration during the 1.5 hour drive. But anyway, I was still impressed but I couldn't make up my mind between the Turbo and the GTS. The GTS had the more sporty look, the better exhaust sound, upgraded PCM, bluetooth and IPod. The turbo's interior impressed me with its leather dash and seats. It also came with the 21" wheels. I stood there for half an hour staring at the two cars and finally told the salesperson that I am going to go have breakfast and make a decision on it.
This is where the funny part of the morning began. While I was eating, I got a call from the BMW salesperson that I spoke with regarding a M6 a few months back. He told me that the GM was willing to take a huge loss on their '08 M6 and give me a great deal. Well, the deal he offered was so good that, immediately, I drove two hours to the Bay Area and picked up a brand new, black M6.
Go figure, I had intentions for an SUV and came back with a coupe. Most times, my car purchases are crazy and impulsive. Oh well, maybe in the near future, I can try to get my wife interested in a Cayenne when she gets tired of her X5.

 

Congratualtions on your new car. That is why the salesmen never want you to leave the dealership. Did they come down further on price at Niello?

 

Niello agreed to give me another $1600 off of the discounted price. Almost $22K off of MSRP. It was negotiated before I went in for the test drive.

 

I would definitely go for the Turbo. You can always add bluetooth and iPod...

 

Ok so how does that compare acceleration wise to your Z06?

 

I would assume that there is still no comparison btwn a C6 ZO6 and an M6. Don't they trap at least 10mph different in the 1/4 (115mph for the M6 vs 125mph for the ZO6)??

Anyway, congrats on the M6!!!

 

I meant how it felt to him, I know the M6's are fast but not Z06 fast!