[MLJJ]

These have been discussed in a couple of other threads but thought it might be helpful to start a must-do-for-delivery list. It would be good to help others going through the collection process with our collective knowledge.

Things to do:
(1) Ask for an alignment confirmation, which came back a little out of range on the front - not terribly, but enough for a correction.
(2) Make sure the dealer dosn't apply tire shine/protectant - I didn't do that, so now its all over the side/mirrors
(3) Make sure coolant is filled properly. I didn't do that, so it was filled to max in the overflow reservoir and the excess (1 cup) purged onto my garage floor - not a big deal except my dog hangs out in the garage

 

[Viffermike]

@MLJJ, I cleaned up your OP so that it will function better as a use-able 'to-do' new-car delivery checklist. Good idea.

 

[MLJJ]

Thanks, looks much better

 

[Porsche2018]

I have my cars moved into the showroom so my wife and I can use our maglites and take our time removed from the heat (Texas thing). When I take delivery the SA often exclaims "are you ready to meet with the finance person" and our response is invariably "no" but we will let you know when we're ready. I also bring along my headlamp.......

 

[MLJJ]

I have my cars moved into the showroom ..

I didn't go that far, but the car was already in the showroom. I took a good look, without lights, to check for imperfections. It doesn't hurt to be diligent before you sign-off! Once you're out the door its all yours along with the substantial depreciation hit

 

[sweetsound]

Things to do:
(1) Ask for an alignment confirmation, which came back a little out of range on the front - not terribly, but enough for a correction.

I have trouble imagining they would agree to do a 'free' check of the alignment on a car that is literally brand new from the factory. How does that conversation go?

 

[trusted]

I have trouble imagining they would agree to do a 'free' check of the alignment on a car that is literally brand new from the factory. How does that conversation go?

Easy. "Can you please check the alignment and have the print out ready when I take delivery? Thanks."
I'm on my 3rd Porsche and every single one had a more or less off alignment. All of them have been corrected free of charge.

 

[CaymanMatt]

I have trouble imagining they would agree to do a 'free' check of the alignment on a car that is literally brand new from the factory. How does that conversation go?

Easy. "Can you please check the alignment and have the print out ready when I take delivery? Thanks." /forum/images/718forum/smilies/tango_face_smile.png
I'm on my 3rd Porsche and every single one had a more or less off alignment. All of them have been corrected free of charge.

I hate the idea of someone mucking with the alignment. For some reason that seems to be a task no one can get right. I'd rather trust the factory.

 

[trusted]

I hate the idea of someone mucking with the alignment. For some reason that seems to be a task no one can get right. I'd rather trust the factory.

Nonsense - these are Porsches. I have the alignment of my GT4 adjusted all the time between track and road setup. Have a look at my attached 718 alignment correction after delivery. Factory setup doesn't look too good does it? They are tied down, shipped here and then hauled sometimes hundreds of miles on a semi over potholes and whatnot. No wonder the alignment is off sometimes when they arrive at the dealership...

 

[aeronca65tl]

(1) Some folks may want to request the "free" cargo net before delivery (is that still offered?)

(2) Be ready for the Hard-Sell about added insurance. I picked the car up at PEC-Atlanta, where they treated me like royalty. But when I went for my first visit to my local dealer, my SA put me in a small room with a very attractive lady who was pitching various insurance deals. She probably could have sold ice to an Eskimo. Be strong!

(3) Ask them how to set up your phone, navigation and garage door opener (bring your opener).

(4) If you have memory seats, have them set those up too.

(5) Have your SA explain Porsche Car Connect

(6) Check the odometer (I think the max allowed for "new" in my state is 17 miles).

(7) I would request that they NOT mount the front license plate holder but there's varying opinions about that.

(8) Have them demo the correct operation of the parking brake (I don't think it's intuitive at first).

(9) Look around the edges of the doors, bonnet and hatchback for any signs of "dings".

(10) Have them show you how to remove and install the plastic over in the frunk that hides the air compressor, brake master cylinder, etc. It can be tricky to reinstall.

(11) Have them demonstrate how to check the oil and other feature of the multi-function display.

--By the way, my dealer has a drive-over alignment tester. It takes just seconds to do.

 

[MLJJ]

. How does that conversation go?

You would have thought that I asked the SA to give me the car at no cost! He queried me as to why I wanted it and then said that he had already planned to do a small amount (front of rear wheel arches) of PPF as a "gift", which I suppose, was to hint he could not do both complimentary. He had to get approval for the alignment and when that occurred he cancelled the work order for the PPF application . I really didn't think the alignment request would have been so involved since all that is involved is shop time. I guess they bill their selves for that sort of work. Regardless, it was good to get it done for peace of mind. Had I been a repeat customer, it may not have been as difficult.