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Originally Posted by qtong
FWIW I am going to go the 991 C2S route against all better judgement. Here is the little pros/cons list I made for my wife.
911:
Pros:
1. True sports car (that what I wanted).
2. I will always want one, that will never go away.
3. Better build quality.
4. Reliable.
5. Looks amazing.
6. Relatively low key depending on color choice (grey scale).
7. Depreciation not too much of an issue since I will keep it for a very long time anyways.
8. No strong desire for mods.
11. Better ride than the M2, I would get one with PASM. The M2 is a bit harsher.
Cons:
1. Cost.
2. Service and consumables costs more than the M2.
3. Feeling uncomfortable because of perception.
4. Depreciates more than the M2 but still less than any other car brand out there. It’s more expensive so there is more room to depreciate.
5. It’s preowned.
6. I might wind up with the dual clutch instead of a manual based on the availability
7. The infotainment system is not as good as BMW’s.
M2:
Pros:
1. Lower Cost.
2. Fun to drive.
3. Its width is fun to look at.
4. Brand spanking new.
5. Free oil changes/basic service for 3 years.
6. Less depreciation, price point lower to start with.
7. I like the infotainment system. I am not sure how the new iDrive is though.
8. It’s a manual.
9. One single large trunk in the back is more practical than the trunk in the front of the 911.
Cons:
1. I have never been in love with the styling, hence the black to hide some of the features. The hips are sexy but the rest is a 2 series with fangs up front.
2. It’s not the car I have always wanted since being a kid.
3. Build quality is not as good.
4. Ride quality is harsher, I don’t mind but you might.
5. Stands out more because it isn’t as common and the styling is more aggressive.
6. I won’t be 70 years old a regret never having one.
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One more thing: I would NEVER buy a 911 new. Ever ever ever.
Their depreciation is staggering-- especially the new 991's.
If I was you, I would look for a 991.1 S or GTS, used/CPO.
I bought my 997.2 GTS 18 months old with only 4500 miles on it and saved nearly $40K off sticker. $130K car I picked up for $92K.