Having a slight dilemma. I finally am in a position in life to own a Porsche but can’t decide if I want a new 718 s or to buy a used 911. I live in Seattle area and have a budget around 90k which opens me up to quite a few options.
Few things I have to mention:
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I’m not really a race car driver. I am more interested in the ownership experience using the car as more GT car.
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I am 5’11 and 195lb so want something more comfortable
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My wife is pregnant which I guess is an issue
What do you guys recommend? Also any used 911s near me you think would be a great fit?
Thanks guys this has turned into a cayman into my wife suddenly thinking we need 7 seats so I’m buying an X7. I’ll see you guys when this kid hits 18
Right now you are thinking, I better get that 911 before the kid arrives otherwise I’ll never get one. Buy the wife a new cayenne and call it a win.
It’s not a Porsche but buy a F80 M3 cs unless you can stomach a G80 they’re fantastic cars and livable with a family.
Do you have other vehicles for family use? The 911 technically has a back seat but it’s so tiny don’t plan on comfortably using an infant seat back there. The
Infant seats fit in the back of a 911 and are sold by Porsche.
I saw your comment that your wife won’t drive anything but a Tesla. So, that has the practicality part covered, but even so, I’d say 911. I’m married, have a 12 year old, and mostly daily a Boxster. Only flak I get, which is actually completely reasonable, is “I wish it had 4 seats so we could all go for a drive together.” I’d take that into consideration. When your kid is older, I’m sure he or she will want to ride in the non-Tesla with both mom and dad.