So after months on the waiting list I'm approaching lock down, for March delivery (fingers crossed!).
Looking to finalised the spec and as always every time I go on the configurator it gets more expensive
I've got two specs that I'm deciding between, essentially weighing up the cost of GTS Sport pack. Would appreciate any thoughts/comments.
Current spec
https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PRK5DAX8
GTS sport spec
https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PRDMSLT5
Essentially the GTS sport pack gives me a few things over the current spec that I've had, a few are nice to have but I wouldn't pay more for, the ones below are the key points (for me anyway):
PTV+ - this was something I was considering all along. I'm not convinced it will make that much difference on the road (PEC instructor also suggested this), one thing I don't like about my current car (335d touring xdrive) is that it doesn't feel rear wheel drive, so if PTV+ helps in that regard I would select it. The Macan's that I've tested haven't had this and I love the drive of the car - but conscious that until you push-on on familiar roads its difficult to really compare. That said on the PEC day there was some spirited driving and the car was great (it wasn't equipped with PTV+).
Race-Tex headlining - probably not something I would spec on its own but it does look very nice.
Dials - I really like the darker dials shown with the GTS Sport pack. I can't see how to get these separately so have gone with the silver. It's not a huge £ item but one of the main drivers in thinking about the sport pack - is there a way to get the darker dials on their own?
Tyres - One of the reasons I didn't speck the sport pack to begin with was the Corsa tyres. I don't think these are necessary on the Macan, but how impractical are they in terms of wear and also grip levels in wet/autumn/winter conditions? Can you spec the standard tyre (or wheel), I can't seem to work that out on the configurator?
Any help appreciated!
Order finalisation
It's hardly a lot more given you relative spec - and you get the nice wheels thrown in too!
The roof lining would be nice so also help with the marginal extra
Just need to get it in a proper colour now!
The roof lining would be nice so also help with the marginal extra
Just need to get it in a proper colour now!
On order
GT4 RS
Current
992 S
Macan.2 S
928S4
Modified Lotus Exige V6
Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
Jag Mk2 3.4
Ex
981 Boxster S
GT4 RS
Current
992 S
Macan.2 S
928S4
Modified Lotus Exige V6
Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
Jag Mk2 3.4
Ex
981 Boxster S
Oh and I'm not sure about the tyres but I'd be wary of that on an SUV and I find it aquaplanes badly anyway and that is on the better Michelins
On order
GT4 RS
Current
992 S
Macan.2 S
928S4
Modified Lotus Exige V6
Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
Jag Mk2 3.4
Ex
981 Boxster S
GT4 RS
Current
992 S
Macan.2 S
928S4
Modified Lotus Exige V6
Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
Jag Mk2 3.4
Ex
981 Boxster S
Agreed sports pack in relation to alternative spec (given price difference) is a no brainer for me. Colour is entirely subjective and you should go with what you like, having said that Volcano makes a Macan look about as dreary as every other grey SUV
718 Boxster - lava orange (2019)
992 C2 racing yellow (2020)
https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PRIMAJB4
Ex - Macan S - Carmine (2022)
http://www.porsche-code.com/PNZVYTE0
992 C2 racing yellow (2020)
https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PRIMAJB4
Ex - Macan S - Carmine (2022)
http://www.porsche-code.com/PNZVYTE0
https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/det ... ned-8XXZ46
This is three month old demo with GTS sport pack and run in mileage available for £10k under list plus a further £2k VED saving so over £12k saving on new
This is three month old demo with GTS sport pack and run in mileage available for £10k under list plus a further £2k VED saving so over £12k saving on new
718 Boxster - lava orange (2019)
992 C2 racing yellow (2020)
https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PRIMAJB4
Ex - Macan S - Carmine (2022)
http://www.porsche-code.com/PNZVYTE0
992 C2 racing yellow (2020)
https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PRIMAJB4
Ex - Macan S - Carmine (2022)
http://www.porsche-code.com/PNZVYTE0
Thanks, agree its not a huge % increase but that is how I got to this spec in the first place so wary of going a bit too far...
Agree on the tyres, I find it a bit odd these are part of a standard pack spec for an SUV so interested to know how anyone with them finds them.
Don't start on the colour - that's the one thing I was certain on! I've seen a couple on the dark blue and that does look very nice though!
Agree on the tyres, I find it a bit odd these are part of a standard pack spec for an SUV so interested to know how anyone with them finds them.
Don't start on the colour - that's the one thing I was certain on! I've seen a couple on the dark blue and that does look very nice though!
Macan GTS (April 2024) - PRHFCP21
Good spot - seems a bit of a deal that one. There does seem to be a lot of variation between second hand prices with some still around list and others well under.Jon A wrote: ↑Sun Jan 07, 2024 4:51 pm https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/det ... ned-8XXZ46
This is three month old demo with GTS sport pack and run in mileage available for £10k under list plus a further £2k VED saving so over £12k saving on new
Macan GTS (April 2024) - PRHFCP21
The other advantage of the Sport Pack is that you can have Python Green and there is no excuse not to!
On order
GT4 RS
Current
992 S
Macan.2 S
928S4
Modified Lotus Exige V6
Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
Jag Mk2 3.4
Ex
981 Boxster S
GT4 RS
Current
992 S
Macan.2 S
928S4
Modified Lotus Exige V6
Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
Jag Mk2 3.4
Ex
981 Boxster S
I have PTV+ on mine and love it. When you throw it into a corner, and/or get on the throttle out of one, you can really feel it working to pivot the car on it's axis - feels like very controlled oversteer. In the wet, it results in actual oversteer which is also good fun. (I'm sure there is more oversteer to be had, but I don't dare take off the traction control.)
You won't notice it/use it pottering to the shops or cruising down the motorway at 70mph - so it depends what driving you do. If you think you'll be making the effort to visit some good driving roads and want all the performance you can get, it's a good option. If that's not you, probably not worth it.
One other thing I'd say - with the GTS sport pack you get the black painted lower front splitter, side skirts and rear valance. I think this looks horrible and replaces beautiful Porsche metallic paint with ,effectively, black plastic. I really don't understand this option. It reminds me of base-spec cars in the 90's and early 2000's when they didn't paint the bumpers.
However, other's really like it - going as far as to purposely spec it on a car that otherwise doesn't have the full GTS pack.
I'd say see if you can find one to have a look at in the flesh and see if you still like it.
You won't notice it/use it pottering to the shops or cruising down the motorway at 70mph - so it depends what driving you do. If you think you'll be making the effort to visit some good driving roads and want all the performance you can get, it's a good option. If that's not you, probably not worth it.
One other thing I'd say - with the GTS sport pack you get the black painted lower front splitter, side skirts and rear valance. I think this looks horrible and replaces beautiful Porsche metallic paint with ,effectively, black plastic. I really don't understand this option. It reminds me of base-spec cars in the 90's and early 2000's when they didn't paint the bumpers.
However, other's really like it - going as far as to purposely spec it on a car that otherwise doesn't have the full GTS pack.
I'd say see if you can find one to have a look at in the flesh and see if you still like it.
Gen 3 Macan GTS: PPUAVS94
I also spotted that one, it’s a demo vehicle it will not be released until the end of March and then at whatever miles. It’s common practice for some to advertise beforehand.Jon A wrote: ↑Sun Jan 07, 2024 4:51 pm https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/det ... ned-8XXZ46
This is three month old demo with GTS sport pack and run in mileage available for £10k under list plus a further £2k VED saving so over £12k saving on new
Previous Porsche’s
2008. 987 Boxster S Sport basalt
2012. 991 Carrera S aqua
2016. Macan Turbo volcano
2020. Macan GTS crayon (sold 04/24)
Awaiting delivery
2024. Macan GTS gentian. mid May https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PR8H7WC6
2008. 987 Boxster S Sport basalt
2012. 991 Carrera S aqua
2016. Macan Turbo volcano
2020. Macan GTS crayon (sold 04/24)
Awaiting delivery
2024. Macan GTS gentian. mid May https://configurator.porsche.com/porsche-code/PR8H7WC6
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