Hi All,

Before I list this build, I want you to know that this Macan would be replacing a 2013 White 991 C4 that I really like, but need more practical performance and space that the Macan would deliver on over the next 3-4 years. I would then ADD a Cayman or Boxster or 991 at a later date.

I just don't have the space to keep the 911 and buy a Macan right now...have 3 teens with cars etc.

I have PSE and PTV+ on my C4 and really love the grip and sound.

So with that background, Here is the build: OPINIONS WELCOME

Premium Package Plus $4,660
Black $0
Natural Leather Interior in Espresso $3,170
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) with $0 Reversing Camera
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus $580 (PDLS Plus)
Window Trim in Matte Black $0
Thermally and Noise Insulating Privacy $990 Glass
Sport Exhaust System including Sport $2,930 Tailpipes Exclusive
Air Suspension incl. Porsche Active $1,385 Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV $1,490 Plus)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) $0 20" RS Spyder Design Wheels $1,650
Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche $185 Crest
Seat Heating (Front and Rear) $525
3-zone Climate Control $510
Seat Belts in Garnet Red Exclusive $500
Comfort Lighting Package $325
Power Seats (14-way) incl. Memory $0 Package
Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front) $285
Center Console Armrest with Model Logo $330

Vehicle price $92,810

 

Saw your posts on the other 2 forums, but since you haven't received any comments here, I'll share my perspective. These are all personal choices, and only you know what is important to you. But since you asked for comments, here are mine, for what they're worth:
The Macan isn't nearly as exclusive as a 911, so I'd drop logos in headrests and center console. (I didn't ever see the point, even in a 911).
I'd seriously reconsider 18-way seats, since they don't cost you anything on a Turbo. I had adaptive sport seats in my 997, and absolutely love the 18-ways in my Macan S. To me they add much more richness (and comfort) than logos.
I'd skip the red seatbelts. I'd only consider them with a black interior.
Privacy glass doesn't seem necessary to me. My windows are already very tinted, and the car is very quiet. Noise insulating glass seems to partially negate any benefits from having PSE, since it will be harder to hear.
Speaking of PSE, I had it on my 997 and it was nice to use periodically, but I don't see the point of it on a SUV. The exhaust already sounds good on the Macan, and since it isn't a sports car, I don't think it needs to be louder. My car now has 9500 miles, and the exhaust seems to have become more aggressive from when it was new.
I think I saw that you were considering adding sport chrono. I'm not convinced it is that useful because it is to aggressive in gear changes at high revs. Most reports suggest that it is unlikely to be used in anything but track situations.
Finally, you might consider gloss black window trim, as it matches better with other trim around the windows.
Whether you change anything or not, you will have a kick-axx car! Good luck.

 

I thought I read that the SC was less aggressive in the Macan than the 991?? It is very aggressive in my 991 and I've only used it once or twice on the street but did order it in my Macan Turbo along with PSE...

 

Thanks. Good advice. I'm dropping the logos on things, changing to the gloss black trim. Yes I added the SC. Heard it was more "steerable" on the Macan. I'm also dropping the privacy glass...I WANT to hear the PSE as much as possible.

Also I'm dropping the red seat belts.

 

Oh, I am going to sit in the 18 ways and probably go with those. I am 5'8 180 pounds.

 

I have to agree with the 18 way seats, I have 14 in the 911 and 18 in the macan, wish I had the 18 in the 911

 

Thanks to all for the advice...tweaked my build:

Premium Package Plus $4,660
Black $0 Leather Interior in Black/Garnet Red $2,140
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) with $0 Reversing Camera
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus $580 (PDLS Plus)
Window Trim in Black (High-Gloss) $230
Sport Exhaust System including Sport $2,930 Tailpipes
Air Suspension incl. Porsche Active $1,385
Suspension Management (PASM)
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV $1,490 Plus)
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) $0
Sport Chrono Package $1,290
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels $1,650
Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche $185
3-zone Climate Control $510
Smoking Package $0
Comfort Lighting Package $325
Adaptive Sport Seats (18-way) incl. $0 Memory Package
Porsche Crest on Headrests (Front) $285
Burmester® High-End Surround Sound $4,290 System

Vehicle price $95,245

Should make me miss the 991 less...which is my goal vs lowest price. I don't worry about resale too much.

 

@Dan991C4: Stunning build! Love the garnet/black interior in full leather! I see you kept the crest on headrests. No problem. AND, you added the Burmeister. Apparently a good choice if you want good sound and can afford it. That will be a great car, and you'll have to share photos when you get it!

 

Great build. Very similar to the one I am contemplating in about a year's time. Please (!!!) post pics when you get it.

 

You're most recent build is truly superb! You're going to love it.

 

Yes. I just tested the 18 way and went with those. I have 14 way in my 991. But really like the 18s!

 

Thanks! Just finalized it. Only change was went with summer tires instead of all seasons. April delivery. Dealer had an allocation that was changeable

 

Nicely equipped Macan - now the waiting begins.

I should get mine in a few weeks and will let you know about the PSE. I personally wouldn't order another 911 without it. I LOVE just pressing that 'magic' button and the feeling it gives me.

Hope we both won't miss out 991's too much!

BTW - are you trading your C4S back to the dealer? I'm using the lease pull-ahead promotion but buying the Macan. I understand in order to exit my lease early I need to finance some small amount thru PFS, just not sure how much or for how long.

 

I haven't decided if I'm trading my c4 back to dealer yet. They have me a number today and wanted my car today I said....whoah! I wanna keep my 991 till my new one comes in and if the number is lower so be it. I just might keep my C4 as I have it almost paid off and to replace it would be way more than they are giving. I have a garage away from home I could keep it.

My wife is warming up to idea of my keeping the c4. God I love this woman . So I have till April to decide. If I trade my plan will be to get a boxster, cayman or 911 in the future.

The c4 I have I love but it's not my perfect build 911. It was a lot car that has 80% of what I want but is not an s nor does it have leather.

 

Sounds familiar. I leased my C2 Cab knowing I wanted an S at some point. Searched the country to find most of the options I wanted but knowing I wanted to 'try' out the car by leasing it. I agree with wanting full leather, the interior feels rather cheap without it. Ideally I'll pick up another 991 in a few years - certainly an S, with full leather, PSE, Comfort, PDLS, 18 way and maybe an aerokit or widebody GTS.