First Porsche. Advice needed.

GavalarW · Post by **GavalarW** » Sat Oct 10, 2020 9:40 pm

Hi Everyone,

I have just recently joined your forum but have been reading the many informative posts over the last few months.

I am looking to order a Macan 2L with the following optional extras:
18” S Wheels
Partial leather
75L fuel tank
Privacy Glass
Smoke Package
Spare wheel
Side blades exterior colour
Side window trims black

Just wondering if there is anything glaringly missing from this proposed build?

I have never bought a Porsche before and I am generally used to negotiating discounts etc. However I realise this isn’t the case with the Macan. However, what should I be aiming for when I visit the OPC tomorrow? Regarding PCP, the interest rate appears to be 6.4% - is this generally negotiable? What GFV would you expect for a 48 month term, 8000 miles PA? Can anyone provide an indication as to a typical monthly payment for the base model with 5k deposit? (finance examples I find online all seem to be based on the Macan S).

Last but not least, despite the 3L engine and upgraded wheels...what is the other differences between base Macan and S? Is there much of a difference with fuel economy for day to day travel?

Thanks all.

MCDK · Post by **MCDK** » Sat Oct 10, 2020 9:43 pm

You won’t get any reduction on the Porsche finance rate. Many in here have financed with others such as Clydesdale where the rate the last time I enquired was 4.2% APR. saves a good bit of cash overall.

MCDK · Post by **MCDK** » Sat Oct 10, 2020 9:46 pm

Pano roof is missing from your spec which I’m sure you have thought about. Some like it and some don’t but the likers exceed the non likers to the extent many trade buyers will insist on pano roof to offer a bid. It’s very likely you will get a lot of the cost of the roof back at resale time.

Partysausage · Post by **Partysausage** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 7:29 am

I have never bought a Porsche before and I am generally used to negotiating discounts etc. However I realise this isn’t the case with the Macan.

Wrong assumption.

Yes not as easy as buying a Audi for example but find the right OPC with the right salesperson and manager you’ll get something.

If your used to negotiating then you should be able to push the right buttons.

Good luck.

PaulB · Post by **PaulB** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 7:50 am

I remember looking at a Macan S demonstrator last year which had around £12k of options. Best deal was £5k deposit and £690 pm.

Porsche Glasgow.

Rhys2004 · Post by **Rhys2004** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 8:29 am

Why waste money on a spare wheel? If you have a puncture the AA have a spare wheel for you on their van .I have just ordered a 2 litre, my second, and I think the pan roof helped with the price I got as part exchange .Dont overdo the options.I have negotiated a 1 k reduction.You don't mention metallic paint, but basic white looks good on the Macan. They don't like the word discount.Ask if there are any further contributions they are willing to make to get a sale.Ask if they have any stock cars.You may get a good deal on one they already have or can get their hands on.

GavalarW · Post by **GavalarW** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 9:45 am

Thanks everyone. Really useful.

I have been reading the ‘How to Spec’ thread...is it right that the smokers package removes two USB ports from the rear console? Seems like a big loss?!

On-Track · Post by **On-Track** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 9:48 am

Welcome to the forum.

I agree with Rhys's view on a spare wheel. I know this is tempting fate but it was more than 45 years ago that I had a puncture that actually brought me to a stand. If you buy a compressor and Holts tyre repair kit from Amazon (these are no longer standard) you have a backup and a useful under boot storage area.

The panoramic roof gives a real lightness to the interior and IMHO is worth the money just for that.

Yes the smoker pack removes the two rear USB C ports. I've never understood the forum's fascination with this option. Without it you have easy access to the 12V power point and a temporary storage for car park tickets.

SAC1 · Post by **SAC1** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 9:55 am

I too agree about not having a spare wheel. I value the panoramic roof for the extra light and the tilt / retract features that I use regularly.

My GTS has the two rear USB-C ports: viewtopic.php?f=18&t=10071&p=199255#p199255

MCDK · Post by **MCDK** » Sun Oct 11, 2020 10:12 am

On-Track wrote: ↑Sun Oct 11, 2020 9:48 am Welcome to the forum.

I agree with Rhys's view on a spare wheel. I know this is tempting fate but it was more than 45 years ago that I had a puncture that actually brought me to a stand. If you buy a compressor and Holts tyre repair kit from Amazon (these are no longer standard) you have a backup and a useful under boot storage area.

The panoramic roof gives a real lightness to the interior and IMHO is worth the money just for that.

Yes the smoker pack removes the two rear USB C ports. I've never understood the forum's fascination with this option. Without it you have easy access to the 12V power point and a temporary storage for car park tickets.

Access to the 12v power point being preferred to USB ports - you are showing your age lol

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