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I am really interested in the new 718 (base model), and having spent time comparing features at the local dealerships, and an ever-growing ridiculous amount of time configuring the car online, I have come to the conclusion that I really don't require any options! Contrary to previous models, even the base seats are comfortable, the base steering wheel looks and feels nice, and even the base 18" rims look decent. If were going to check off a few options, I would probably reach more for comfort and style options, versus performance, as the car seems to perform extremely well right out of the box, and many of the roads around here are not in the best condition.
That said, here is what I would be leaning toward:
This brings me to a somewhat affordable $61,210 for my pretty basic model. I struggle a bit with this, as if I wait a few years to pick one up CPO, I wouldn't expect to find one for much less than $45k. Sure, it may have a few more options, but this is everything I really want.
What are your must have options and why?
That said, here is what I would be leaning toward:
- Guards Red (or potentially White) with Black Interior - I love these primary colors!
- Wheel Center Caps with Colored Porsche Crest - Ridiculously overpriced, but this little detail brings out the wheels!
- Supplemental Safety Bars in Aluminum Look - Looks great against Guards Red
- Sport Tailpipes in Silver - Again - way over priced, but looks so much better than the single wide outlet
- Light Design Package - Brighten up the black interior at night
- Seat Heating - I need any help I can get to extend the season here!
- Seat Ventilation - It gets hot in Summer, and this should take the scorch out of the black interior
- Smoking Package - A 12V Power Outlet with a retractable cover - It's also free
- Luggage Net in Passenger Footwell - Not sure what I need this for right now, but it's also free.
- Porsche Experience Center Delivery (Atlanta) - A must have experience if you prefer to pick it up stateside - Also $0
This brings me to a somewhat affordable $61,210 for my pretty basic model. I struggle a bit with this, as if I wait a few years to pick one up CPO, I wouldn't expect to find one for much less than $45k. Sure, it may have a few more options, but this is everything I really want.
What are your must have options and why?