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Hi everyone!
It’s finally my turn for an allocation for a cayman 718 GTS. I’ve been waiting for a year for this allocation. The car is scheduled to be built starting in April. The dealership is asking for my build by Thursday.

I was hoping I could run my build with you guys as this is the first porsche I’m going to own.
I test drove a 2017 cayman 718 S in manual and absolutely loved it.

I have some questions:
Regarding PASM, it raises the ride height by 10 mm right ? I just want to confirm that this is not a typo. They didn’t mean to say lower by 10mm?
Does anyone here have any experience with the bucket seats? Would they do it again ?
I really can’t decide between shark blue, arctic grey and python green. All are such beautiful colors. Does anyone here own an arctic grey 718 ? Would you do it again ?
Thank you everyone.

 

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can you select having PCCB for the vehicle ?
I couldn’t find this as an option to select. Thank you.

 

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I'm having second thoughts about the bucket seats as I'm probably not going to take it to the track.

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Oak100 - do you mind posting your build of your 718 GTS? I'm curious to know how you built it. Thanks.

 

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Here's my build. I just picked her up few months ago. The buckets are really comfortable for me (I'm 5'7 155lbs) when I tried them in GT4 they had on the lot. It was just a pain to get in and out especially if the doors are only slightly ajar. Which is an issue for me as I have a smaller garage. Not so bad if you can swing the door wide open.

Hello - First time Porsche Owner

Finally joined the club after 1.5 year long wait. Started off looking for Cayenne, but soon realized that would satisfy my driving itch. The 100K Cayenne S felt sluggish compared to the X6M I came from. I was fixed on getting off the M train with their ugly new design language, artificial drive...

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what a beautiful build!
I almost went with the shark blue as well.
Thank you for sharing that

 

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Thank you everyone.
Im going to cancel the high gloss back exterior upgrades and cancel the navigation system.
Im also going to cancel the bucket seats.
Thanks for the helpful advice.

I’m torn between getting standard leather (in blue or agate gray) vs the gts interior package.

 

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May I also ask if there is a huge difference between the standard (free) sports seats plus, vs the 18 way sports seat plus ?

I understand there are manual forward/back, up/down levers. But is there any additional adjustments that don’t come with the standard seats (like thigh adjustments/lumbar support) that can only be made with the 18 way?

 

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Well if the previous comments and suggestions didn't confuse you, let me try harder....

1) LWBS aren't for everyone, but they are great for me (5'7" 155#) and my petite wife. Very comfortable, especially with the custom replacement cushions with memory foam and inflatable lumbar support from P1 Design CustomizeYour Porsche ® Interior with Custom Seat Inserts - P1Designs I strongly suggest you try them out at your dealer, or if they don't have any in stock, try connecting with your local PCA and attend an event. I've had nearly a dozen people try out mine and so far 75% have ordered them and 25% said thanks but no thanks. I do not intend to track my car regularly, maybe an autocross or two and a DE event. The exceptional lateral support of the LWBS is much appreciated by me on winding roads and just in general driving.

2) Navigation: I have it and I'd get it again. Yes, I use Apple CarPlay for directions, but just last week was in an area of poor cell coverage and Siri kept "working on it" but never came through with directions. And the map in the OEM navigation system is much clearer and easier to zoom in/out and read than the cluttered WAZE and Google Maps.

3) If you go with LWBS, the GTS interior package is a great deal. I'd go with chalk on arctic grey. I have chalk on my carmine red. That gets you carbon fiber and full deviated stitching as well as leather interior plus other goodies for less than the al a carte prices.

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what a beauty. May I ask that you share your build code ?
thank you.
If you could do it again would you do the bucket seats with the gts package? Or just go with leather and 18 way ?

I’m going to try to sit in these seats. I’m 5 10 and 185 lbs.

 

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I have the standard seats in both my Cayman S and my wife's Boxster and think they're perfect. Why pay extra for something you're going to set once?

I had every which way adjustable seats in my 458. Like I said, I set them once and never again. There is no other adjustment that the standard seats don't provide that I'd need or want.

a lot of wisdom in your post!

 

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Here's my build. I just picked her up few months ago. The buckets are really comfortable for me (I'm 5'7 155lbs) when I tried them in GT4 they had on the lot. It was just a pain to get in and out especially if the doors are only slightly ajar. Which is an issue for me as I have a smaller garage. Not so bad if you can swing the door wide open.

Hello - First time Porsche Owner

Finally joined the club after 1.5 year long wait. Started off looking for Cayenne, but soon realized that would satisfy my driving itch. The 100K Cayenne S felt sluggish compared to the X6M I came from. I was fixed on getting off the M train with their ugly new design language, artificial drive...

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Oak 100 would you do the standard seats again ?

 

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Here's my equivalent configuration for a 2023 CGTS: The Porsche Code

Nice build !
would you do carmine red again ?

 

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We have a carmine and a guards. My wife loves her carmine because it matches her Macan. I prefer the guards, but carmine is a close second. I’d say it’s closer to Ferrari rosso corsa.

Very beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

 

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@ Hydralazine -

I'm a 1st time Porsche owner myself. A few questions for clarity:

What part of the USA? If Hot (AZ, FL, TX, etc.) vented seats might be a consideration (which nixes GTS interior - i believe).

Assuming $$ is part of the equation...Are you planning PPF, Ceramic coating, Tinting windows, any Porsche Warranties (Tire/Wheel, etc.), and of course the urge to swap out the OAPs & add valve controller? These add up real fast beyond the build price. If so you may want to look at trade-offs. Are the 18-ways really worth the $$?

If $$ is no problem then build your dream and enjoy!

tcaliguire
Thank you for your help and message.
I’m in the PNW so I’ve never used ventilated seats except a couple times in the summer (my daily driver is a 2021 lexus gx 460).
I have not even thought about the aftermarket upgrades. I have never done any of things in the past (but I’ve also never owned a sports car before).
I would probably do PPF.
I will do a search on OAP and valve controllers. I’m not familiar with this. I’m assuming this is an aftermarket exhausted upgrade?
thank you.

also can you post your build if you have one ? I would like to see how your car is setup.

 

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My build was 2022 so it won't match 2023 (no more Black/Luxor Beige interior and LED PLDS+)

Attached is my sticker and some pics:

• I felt the Beige interior paired well with the Aurum wheels -
• Went with standard seats, felt like some that you'll only use the 18-ways once
• IMHO Black calipers is a must for any exterior paint color (minus the reds)
• I'm in North Dallas area and it gets hot, so vented seats
• Ala cart vice the Premium Package for LCA, I've gotten in the bad habit of not looking over my shoulder to move lanes (my other vehicles have mirror warnings) plus the highway speeds here are fast and cars can easily sneak up on you
• The best headlights available in 2022
• The basic interior trim looks way too cheap so went with the leather
• Finally GT Silver, classic/conservative pick to bring down the bit aggressive wheel color

Also full PPF, Ceramic paint coating and full Window tinting - All done by Dallas Xpel after I picked up the car.

That was MY thought process and personal preferences. My only regret was possibly white instrument dials and sports clock. I do notice on cloudy days the dials are really dark. My opinion
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Absolutely stunning

 

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I was super reluctant to get a full GTS package (1.7k + 3k eur), but when I sat in base leather interior I decided that the upgrade is worth the money. Base interior (no leather) looks like crap and is only worth it if it's a track focused car and you're saving money and weight. Base leather interior is better and has a premium feel, but aluminum detailings are a bit bland, and once you start adding more stuff, you might as well go for GTS interior, which is a good value.

Secondly, black calipers will look amazing on your color and wheel combo. I personally have black wheels + red calipers and went for red GTS interior to balance that out, but you have a more classy look, so I'd consider a GTS interior in chalk.

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If you drop bucket seats, then definitely get 18-way adjustable Sport Plus seats. They are amazing. And depending on your area consider getting heated or ventilated seats (or both).

A minor detail but consider getting 718 logo on the back in black. Will look better than chrome on arctic grey. Just a humble opinion.

Edit: if you have a manual transmission, then 18-way seats are not a must-have, so you might consider saving money on them. Ideally try both, or just go for 18-way if money is no object. But definitely get Sports Plus.

thank you very much for your post and help.
can I see your build ?
Also do you have any photos of your car ?

 

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Here's the build:

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immaculate. Gorgeous. Aventurine green

 

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Seats: I say the 18 way is the only way. It takes a minimum 30 minutes and probably more to be SURE any seat is a "fit" whether in a den or a car. If that seat doesn't fit it can take a lot away from the movie your watching or the drive you are taking. Some people may match the LWBS and the 2 ways just fine. But that is a better lucky than good situation. Barring a chance to give the seats a long and hard test, I'd want the adjustability there to bail me out should i need it. Also, it's not a set-it-and-forget-it feature when on a long drive. I move my seat around several times an hour to keep things loose.

GTS inerior: Dead set against it until I drove a 718 with leather. and then got to sit in a car with the GTS package. Having learned how the car drives I was sold immediately. From the carbon fiber trim to the deviated stitching to the race-tex dash/door trim the GTS' character matched the car perfectly. Even better is grip of the the race-tex seats. No sliding around whatsoever. It feels like you are "in" the seats rather than "on" them as is the case for the leather seats. Perfect for a sports car.

Nav: Save the money. Our head-units have Nav and Android Auto built in. semiserv is a guy you can find on the forum. He can hack into the system and activate both features for around $500. I only needed AA because who needs Nav when you've got Google maps. Just make sure you either download maps for off-line use. There are numerous other apps out there that have off-line map capabilty as well.

thank you so much !
I am still torn on leather vs gts interior package!
this is definitely good info!!!

 

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The general recommendation is that if you are a regular track junkie, then stick to the steel brakes if possible, as the CC rotors are painfully expensive to replace. For fun track days, it's ok.
For street, CC brake advantage is less brake dust and much lower unsprung mass what helps with comfort and steering.

My wife really wanted to push me to have PCCB as it looks good to her

Thanks for your comment!
can you please share your build with me and any photos of your car?
thanks

 

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I’m curious to know how many people here have PPF or some other type of paint treatment ?

 

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Hi everyone
is there an extended fuel range tank option? I’ve noticed it previously but couldn’t find it currently.