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jelmacan
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I'm on my way from a BMW 530XD to a Macan GTS if everything goes well. I'm also considering M550D touring but i would love to try the GTS. What options would you do you suggest as must haves if i buy a new one? I am interested to learn.

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Welcome Beaverman! I think you are on safe ground, I've never seen anyone with a negative word for the driving experience, dealers sometimes but not the cars! One or two folk seem to have a problem getting over the side bolsters on the 18 way seats, but if that's the biggest issue.... 😃 I have a 2019 S, same colour, 18" wheels, 14 way seats, Air Susp, ACC, it's just wonderful and if it's not quick enough press the Sport button. Enjoy!
http://www.porsche-code.com/PP37WLA6, a Dolomite Silver S, collected from Stockport OPC on Valentine's Day 2023, after a 399 day wait.
Ex.: Gen2 S, Volcano grey 1/9/19 - 3/2/23 & 39,235 Smiles, RIP
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Welcome - you'll love it
On order

GT4 RS

Current

2019 992 S
2019 Macan S
2014 Modified Lotus Exige V6
2022 Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
1987 928S4
1967 Jag Mk2 3.4

Ex

2012 Boxster S
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Post by Tracky »

jelmacan wrote: ↑Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:35 pm I'm also considering M550D touring but i would love to try the GTS.
Are these coming to the UK this time?

I had one of the first 535ds in 2004 which I promptly had remapped. Great car and exceptionally quick. I do think BMW have lost their way a bit though so if you like driving then the Macan is the one
On order

GT4 RS

Current

2019 992 S
2019 Macan S
2014 Modified Lotus Exige V6
2022 Seat Ibiza 1.0 (115ps) DSG Excellence Lux(dog’s!)
1987 928S4
1967 Jag Mk2 3.4

Ex

2012 Boxster S
Beaverman
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Post by Beaverman »

Hi, just an update, unfortunately the car I’d put a deposit down on hasn’t worked out for a couple of reasons. Really disappointed but on the positive it means I get to search for another which is half the fun. I’ve put a advert in the wanted section so will keep my eye out. If anyone thinking of selling now or in the next couple of months let me know.
Now taken delivery of Gen 2 GTS http://www.porsche-code.com/PMWQDY44
JLR
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Post by JLR »

jelmacan wrote: ↑Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:35 pm I'm on my way from a BMW 530XD to a Macan GTS if everything goes well. I'm also considering M550D touring but i would love to try the GTS. What options would you do you suggest as must haves if i buy a new one? I am interested to learn.
The GTS is a lovely vehicle and a joy to drive. I moved from a 540i Touring which by the way I also enjoyed due to its quality and rapid pace, but a Porsche is a Porsche even if the Macan is at the entry level. Regarding the options to specify then if you ask on here you’ll get a thousand replies which are all different which only goes to prove that beauty is in the eye of the beholder! For me my main options were Carmine Red, Sport Chrono, Full Leather, 18 way, Pano Roof, BOSE plus some other bits and pieces. You can keep going until you’ve reached £75-80k or like me draw a line at £70k. The biggest decision you’ll have to make is wheel size and air suspension. For me it was easy to keep the black spyders and no air although some will tell you that 21” classic or turbo wheels look better and are easier to clean (and I don’t doubt the cleaning bit). The only thing I’d say is that with the standard GTS 20” Spyders you don’t need air whilst with 21” in whatever guise it would be preferable. Good luck, enjoy and apologies for the late reply!
Current: MY21 Carmine Red Macan GTS
Sold: 2017 BMW 540i Touring
JLR
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Post by JLR »

jelmacan wrote: ↑Sun Jan 31, 2021 5:35 pm I'm on my way from a BMW 530XD to a Macan GTS if everything goes well. I'm also considering M550D touring but i would love to try the GTS. What options would you do you suggest as must haves if i buy a new one? I am interested to learn.
The GTS is a lovely vehicle and a joy to drive. I moved from a 540i Touring which by the way I also enjoyed due to its quality and rapid pace, but a Porsche is a Porsche even if the Macan is at the entry level. Regarding the options to specify then if you ask on here you’ll get a thousand replies which are all different which only goes to prove that beauty is in the eye of the beholder! For me my main options were Carmine Red, Sport Chrono, Full Leather, 18 way, Pano Roof, BOSE plus some other bits and pieces. You can keep going until you’ve reached £75-80k or like me draw a line at £70k. The biggest decision you’ll have to make is wheel size and air suspension. For me it was easy to keep the black spyders and no air although some will tell you that 21” classic or turbo wheels look better and are easier to clean (and I don’t doubt the cleaning bit). The only thing I’d say is that with the standard GTS 20” Spyders you don’t need air whilst with 21” in whatever guise it would be preferable. Good luck and enjoy!
Current: MY21 Carmine Red Macan GTS
Sold: 2017 BMW 540i Touring
JLR
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Post by JLR »

Sorry my first post supposedly didn’t get processed but here it is twice!!
Current: MY21 Carmine Red Macan GTS
Sold: 2017 BMW 540i Touring
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