Just got a 2014 Panamera GTS
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07-25-2014 | 06:52 AM
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Swweeeet car
And must say, thats quite the collection of PCars 
I used to have a 2011 Panamera Turbo, and loved that car. Got the usual itch and went to a 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupe (loved that car) but again, after 9 months, kept feeling like I missed the Panamera. When my 991 GT3 was sidelined waiting for a new engine, Porsche gave me a 2014 Panamera loaner for 4 months, and I realized how much I truly missed that car/interior/layout. So I started looking, and a day later, found a 2014 GTS in the exact combo/build I wanted...it was fate. Next day, my dealer swapped for this car, and I had my new GTS.
Many people here debate between a turbo and a GTS, but although the Turbo has more power and straight line speed, the GTS engine is so addictive. I really missed a naturally aspirated engine, and that sound...wow! The mapping on the PDK feels very different, and the engine bark is really unique. I am in love. Here are some pictures.
Jeff
Many people here debate between a turbo and a GTS, but although the Turbo has more power and straight line speed, the GTS engine is so addictive. I really missed a naturally aspirated engine, and that sound...wow! The mapping on the PDK feels very different, and the engine bark is really unique. I am in love. Here are some pictures.
Jeff
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07-25-2014 | 09:09 AM
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07-25-2014 | 10:08 AM
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Thanks! Agreed...
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07-25-2014 | 10:54 AM
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Really nice, big congrats! I was in a very similar situation but decided between the ///M6 Coupe and a PGTS. I rarely need to carry 4 let alone 2 people so both cars were in play. I definitely think the sound and engine of the GTS is something that will be remembered in museums but something about the ///M6 just grabbed. The power was addictive as ever and the technology is ridiculous - best in the industry! You really can't go wrong with either but I get so many comments on the car and I swear its more rare then my R8! However good on you to make the swap now, the refresh LCI for the M6/GC are coming out next year! I spent about $7k trying to make the M6 sound good but nothing will ever sound like a GTS!
I spent about $7k trying to make the M6 sound good but nothing will ever sound like a GTS!
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07-25-2014 | 11:27 AM
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That said, I'm not prepared to spend the extra money on this. I'm sticking with the stock rims when the car comes.
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07-25-2014 | 08:49 PM
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Really nice, big congrats! I was in a very similar situation but decided between the ///M6 Coupe and a PGTS. I rarely need to carry 4 let alone 2 people so both cars were in play. I definitely think the sound and engine of the GTS is something that will be remembered in museums but something about the ///M6 just grabbed. The power was addictive as ever and the technology is ridiculous - best in the industry! You really can't go wrong with either but I get so many comments on the car and I swear its more rare then my R8! However good on you to make the swap now, the refresh LCI for the M6/GC are coming out next year! I spent about $7k trying to make the M6 sound good but nothing will ever sound like a GTS!
I spent about $7k trying to make the M6 sound good but nothing will ever sound like a GTS!Either way, both awesome cars, and these are first world niggles...
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07-26-2014 | 12:03 AM
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You will love the GTS - much more engaging to drive than the turbo, and what a sound! What color/options? I love the Carmine/alcantara/carbon combo (same as my GT3). So sweet. Wish my car had the alcantara wheel - it is insanely expensive to add after the fact (like $3k). So nuts. For other cars, at Suncoast, it is $1,095...for Panamera, $3k.
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07-26-2014 | 08:13 PM
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Haha - yeah - I recognize you from Bimmerpost, I think. I love BMW and the technology but it just seems to be missing some of the engineering and "soul" of Porsche - plus I like having the different cars feel the same (same ergonomics, Nav, buttons, etc...). BMW has hit a lot of the items perfectly but the steering feel bugged me - the GTS, GT3 and Cayenne Turbo all feel great to the hand, and you really can feel the road. Plus, there is something behind the marque that is so engaging to me. Totally personal, and there will be things I miss from the M6, but my wife and I both really found the BMW M6 seats too wide and not too supportive. Porsche seating designers have just nailed it (for us).
Either way, both awesome cars, and these are first world niggles...
Either way, both awesome cars, and these are first world niggles...
. Porsche engineers a fantastic product no question there. I am going to test a 991 Turbo on Monday to see if it can give me the same goose bumps the R8 does. Anyhow enjoy the ride in good health!
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07-27-2014 | 03:55 PM
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Online Services is also really neat - have it on all 3 of our cars (just added it after the fact via Suncoast/dealer) and have really been exploring this app. Very nice integration, with hotels, weather, music, etc...pretty neat.
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