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Originally Posted by VTBoss302

Even though they are completely different vehicles, I like the comparison of the M2 CS to the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

The main advantage of the Rubicon over other trim levels is that it comes from the factory with front and rear locking differentials

For those who actually take their vehicles off-road, lockers are worth their weight in gold

If you're looking to buy a Wrangler to primarily cruise around town with the top off and will rarely, if ever, take it off-road then you would probably be better off buying a different Wrangler than the Rubicon

However, if you want and/or need a more capable 4x4, then the Rubicon starts to make a lot more sense

Aftermarket lockers are expensive to add, require a good installer and are generally not as reliable as factory offerings

Then again, if you're a really hard-core off-roader who plans to do extensive mods and run huge tires, then the Rubicon's D44 axles probably won't be strong enough anyway so might as well buy a less expensive Wrangler and put the money saved towards even beefier axles (such as D60s)

The same type of arguments could be made for the M2 CS

Do you want and/or need things on your M2 the such as the carbon fiber roof, the M adaptive suspension or the Merino leather that would be a bit more challenging to add later on to a M2 C with the same fit, finish and quality as the factory?

Then perhaps the M2 CS is for you

Are you a track rat and likely to gut the interior, install a roll cage, ditch the adaptive suspension, or whatever in search of faster lap times?

Then the M2 CS makes less sense as a starting point unless cost is little to no object

In the end, there is no right answer for everyone

I will say it, it fits my persona for what I'm looking for...
1. Someone who will never take it to the track
2. Want something "special" (I know that we have debated whether it is special or not to ad nauseam)
3. Like the merino seats
4. Like the adaptive suspension
5. Need the ability to seat 2 in the backseat in a pinch
6. Don't want to pay $100K plus for a "base" 911
7. Want a vehicle to hold for a long time

Some may argue why not just go for a M2C. I may consider one if I can't get an allocation. But I do like the new additions to the M2CS.

However, this price hold out and tease is having me reconsider and look at something like the Lexus LS500. Yes, completely different cars, but based on depreciation, it's at $75K for very low mileage. In addition, the quality and looks are punching way above its weight. And lastly, based on Lexus' reliability, if any luxury coupe is going to last a long time, it's this.

Hey, my selections and wants do not have to make sense. I just have to like it