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cassisrot 02-04-2019 04:23 PM

Am I nuts? Thinking about ordering a new 992 Carrera S.
 
Is ordering a new model Porsche really a good idea? I keep thinking of 996's and all of the other models that final testing was left up to new owners. The other side of the coin is I just turned 75 and I'd like a few years to enjoy a new Porsche. I'm really interested in the combined wisdom of the Pelican community to help my decision making. Thank you.

TimT 02-04-2019 04:27 PM

No..

Its better than every car you've had before

speeder 02-04-2019 04:40 PM

Richard, if you are 75 and still in good health plus can afford a new 992, why the hell not?

Go for it and give us a full report. As for the first 996 analogy, that was an early water cooled engine and the 992 is a very gentle evolution of what they were making last year and the year before that. :)

MRM 02-04-2019 04:47 PM

You may be nuts, but if you are it’s not because you’re thinking of ordering the new 992. If you have the means I highly recommend it. It is the best of the breed that’s ever been produced. You will not regret the purchase.

stealthn 02-04-2019 05:17 PM

Order a Taycan :)

Bill Douglas 02-04-2019 06:12 PM

I think a new 992 Carrera S is a very good idea.

Disclaimer - anything to do with cars and me is not based on logic :D enjoy!

What color?

pavulon 02-04-2019 06:15 PM

If you can afford it and it's not an impulse purchase, do it tomorrow and reports back!!

Racerbvd 02-04-2019 06:21 PM

Go for it.

Nickshu 02-04-2019 06:26 PM

Do it.

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speeder 02-04-2019 06:29 PM

My favorite thing about selling new Porsches back in the day was that when someone is buying one, usually things are going pretty well in their life. It was a pleasant energy to be around. :)

wildthing 02-04-2019 06:32 PM

If I am still legally allowed to drive in 2045, I hope to ask a similar question...

pwd72s 02-04-2019 06:38 PM

Go for it! I'm also 75 and think a guy who has made it as far as we have should find enjoyment where he can.

So, if you think a new P-car would make you happier than you are now, why not?

RKDinOKC 02-04-2019 06:46 PM

Yep, you are 100% nuts. But in a good way. Be sure to order it with all the stuff you like or want, and in the colors you want!

vash 02-04-2019 06:58 PM

I would. I don’t think I made the right choice at the crossroad to get me to a new Pcar when I’m 75.

I’d be lucky to buy yours used. :)

Noah930 02-04-2019 07:12 PM

You're 75. Do it.

porsche4life 02-04-2019 07:32 PM

Do it! If you can spare the change, and it’ll bring you joy... why not?

LWJ 02-04-2019 07:34 PM

Unqualified yes.

For all the reasons above.

And when you break 100 with that s eating grin remember your good friends on PPOT.

911boost 02-04-2019 08:44 PM

Does it come in a manual? Because that would be freaking sweet if you did and bought it

Evans, Marv 02-04-2019 08:54 PM

Yesssssss!!

oldE 02-05-2019 02:17 AM

You know posting here only gets you a conformation bias.

At the very worst, suppose the thing is an absolute pig. You hate it!
At seventy five, how long do you think buyers' remorse is going to last?:D

Drive the wee out of that thing!

Best
Les


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