718 GT4 UK Allocations - Page 248 - Boxster/Cayman - PistonHeads UK

Hi Folks, Apologies if this topic has already been covered previously. I have been away for awhile. Does anyone know even roughly what the UK allocations are for the 718 GT4? I previously had a 981 Spyder from new which I absolutely loved - had it for just over a year - it was my daily & did some nice road trips. When I came to sell I even made a tiny bit on it. I have been offered a 718 GT4 allocation. This for me would be a massive purchase. I would like to have some fun for maybe a couple of years but don't want to be rinsed when I come to sell. I know we all don't have a crystal ball but i did hear that for this GT4 iteration there were going be much higher numbers. Cheers

2 years use at 8k miles say a £15k loss as apart ex. less if you spec clever and sell private. that's a cash sale of course, finance add another £15k loss in interest.

Some people may say this is too harsh but personally I’d go into it thinking it will cost you between £20k and £30k to own it. I think cars are already available at list so that implies owners are getting something like £5k less than they paid if they are selling SoR. According to howmanyleft there were 240 in the country at the end of Q1 with just under 200 Spyder’s. So between the two of them a healthy amount already. With the 981 I think it was roughly 600 GT4’s and 200 Spyder’s so I think it’s a fair assumption that volumes will be increased on that. If you can afford it go for it !

GameofCars said: Hi Folks, Apologies if this topic has already been covered previously. I have been away for awhile. Does anyone know even roughly what the UK allocations are for the 718 GT4? I previously had a 981 Spyder from new which I absolutely loved - had it for just over a year - it was my daily & did some nice road trips. When I came to sell I even made a tiny bit on it. I have been offered a 718 GT4 allocation. This for me would be a massive purchase. I would like to have some fun for maybe a couple of years but don't want to be rinsed when I come to sell. I know we all don't have a crystal ball but i did hear that for this GT4 iteration there were going be much higher numbers. Cheers The old 981 GT4 can now be bought for around £65-70k (list was £65k) When they came out you could not get one for love nor money and they were selling for around £110-120k which was silly The new 718 GT4 can now be bought for around £85-100k (list price £76k) Judging by a few posts on here, a new one is available if you ring around. Make of that what you will.

Buy it, drive it, expect to lose plenty of money. If you don't, it's a bonus. That's always my approach.

v8ksn said: GameofCars said: Hi Folks, Apologies if this topic has already been covered previously. I have been away for awhile. Does anyone know even roughly what the UK allocations are for the 718 GT4? I previously had a 981 Spyder from new which I absolutely loved - had it for just over a year - it was my daily & did some nice road trips. When I came to sell I even made a tiny bit on it. I have been offered a 718 GT4 allocation. This for me would be a massive purchase. I would like to have some fun for maybe a couple of years but don't want to be rinsed when I come to sell. I know we all don't have a crystal ball but i did hear that for this GT4 iteration there were going be much higher numbers. Cheers The old 981 GT4 can now be bought for around £65-70k (list was £65k) When they came out you could not get one for love nor money and they were selling for around £110-120k which was silly The new 718 GT4 can now be bought for around £85-100k (list price £76k) Judging by a few posts on here, a new one is available if you ring around. Make of that what you will. Having called many dealers over the past few weeks I wouldn’t say a slot for a new one is either easily or readily available (unless you have the much discussed “relationship” with the dealer). All but one dealer met my request with disdain really but saying that I managed to get the one offer Of a car which I’ve taken but there were a fair few other factors Involved in this all of which conspired to leave me in the right place at the right time. Re values, of course you will lose some money on one but I suspect it will likely be a lot Less than almost all other Similar performance cars new cars out there. Me, I’m going to spec mine for myself and drive it a lot/enjoy every mile. Will decide in a few years Whether to keep longer term or trade against another new GT car.

Most cars lead to being rinsed at the other end unless you’re buying extremely limited production. If you keep the car long term then it’s not as bad.

Where else can you buy a 4 litre, N/A, manual, mid engined sports car these days? Stuff like this just doesn’t get built anymore. Who knows, in a few years it may be even more difficult to buy something like this, if not impossible. It’s still pretty hard to get one now, I don’t think you’d have much luck just ringing round.

Rojibo said: Where else can you buy a 4 litre, N/A, manual, mid engined sports car these days? Stuff like this just doesn’t get built anymore. Who knows, in a few years it may be even more difficult to buy something like this, if not impossible. It’s still pretty hard to get one now, I don’t think you’d have much luck just ringing round. Yes, agreed. BMW have given up by going turbo, merc don’t appeal so that just leaves the Italians

If you do not want your allocation, I would like it! GT silver, buckets, PCCB brakes and a few other bits will equal a very special car!

My dealer has had one in the showroom for 2 months. 1000 miles. Just cut the price to try to shift it.

cc3 said: My dealer has had one in the showroom for 2 months. 1000 miles. Just cut the price to try to shift it. But how much above OTR list price is it?

Why is the new GT4 so easily available at OPC and more importantly why they not selling de well I fancy one but would prefer one with PDK if posdible . Any news on if this will be made or not ?

EvoSid said: Why is the new GT4 so easily available at OPC and more importantly why they not selling de well I fancy one but would prefer one with PDK if posdible . Any news on if this will be made or not ? Yep all coming in PDK. They are selling ok, but the VIP have all pulled out knowing they dont't sell at overs, hence all the cancelled orders. It’s not a cheap car now, and if you have a bit more a 2nd hand GT3 is a far better buy.

Porsche911R said: Yep all coming in PDK. They are selling ok, but the VIP have all pulled out knowing they dont't sell at overs, hence all the cancelled orders. It’s not a cheap car now, and if you have a bit more a 2nd hand GT3 is a far better buy. GT3, engine in the wrong place

Porsche911R said: Yep all coming in PDK. They are selling ok, but the VIP have all pulled out knowing they dont't sell at overs, hence all the cancelled orders. It’s not a cheap car now, and if you have a bit more a 2nd hand GT3 is a far better buy. And there's the dilemma, a new GT4 or a used GT3 What age of Gt3 would you get for £90K? Say 2014 , 2015? If you are looking t that age of car would a 2016 GT4 not be a better buy For me the GT3 is a lovely lovely car but probably to fast and too big for the roads I like to thrash around in. But if it it had rear seats then it could be a fantastic car as you could use it occasionally as a family car and take the kids with you. But I guess a 4 seater would not look good at the track so hence the 2 seat layout. If that is the case then surely just get the GT4 nd use the £25-30K saving on some epic track days

It's not a dilemma as you can't cross shop if you don't have budget for 125/130K, at the time of asking. If you do have £125/130K - the only option is a 991.2 GT3 IMO. You can buy it, No mods required, drive the wheels off it. 90-100K is 991.1 GT3 territory... but I'd personally skip this (not knocking the car - just my opinion, and save more and to down to the next level...) Up to 90K - the safe choice is the 718 GT4 Up to 70K - 981 GT4

TDT said: Up to 70K - 981 GT4 A better option would be the 718 4.0 I think. Just my opinion though

TDT said: It's not a dilemma as you can't cross shop if you don't have budget for 125/130K, at the time of asking. If you do have £125/130K - the only option is a 991.2 GT3 IMO. You can buy it, No mods required, drive the wheels off it. 90-100K is 991.1 GT3 territory... but I'd personally skip this (not knocking the car - just my opinion, and save more and to down to the next level...) Up to 90K - the safe choice is the 718 GT4 Up to 70K - 981 GT4 100% this. I went for a 718 GT4 as I prefer the Cayman to the 911, and new cars, so for £90k-ish for a brand new car specced by me was what I wanted. It's an extra £40k-ish or 50% more for a 991.2 GT3 - a not insignificant increase. People aren't really cross shopping the 718 GT4 and the 991.2 GT3. If you can afford the GT3, that's what most people will buy.

v8ksn said: TDT said: Up to 70K - 981 GT4 A better option would be the 718 4.0 I think. Just my opinion though 4.0 GTS?.. It depends what for i guess... for pure road or as a daily yes. As a track tool... a GT car wins every time.

v8ksn said: TDT said: Up to 70K - 981 GT4 A better option would be the 718 4.0 I think. Just my opinion though I think the GT chassis and brakes make the difference compared to the GTS, if you're looking at GT cars the GTS isn't quite going to cut it.

TDT said: v8ksn said: TDT said: Up to 70K - 981 GT4 A better option would be the 718 4.0 I think. Just my opinion though 4.0 GTS?.. It depends what for i guess... for pure road or as a daily yes. As a track tool... a GT car wins every time. Yeah fair enough, I was approaching it from a road car perspective.

EvoSid said: And there's the dilemma, a new GT4 or a used GT3 What age of Gt3 would you get for £90K? Say 2014 , 2015? If you are looking t that age of car would a 2016 GT4 not be a better buy For me the GT3 is a lovely lovely car but probably to fast and too big for the roads I like to thrash around in. But if it it had rear seats then it could be a fantastic car as you could use it occasionally as a family car and take the kids with you. But I guess a 4 seater would not look good at the track so hence the 2 seat layout. If that is the case then surely just get the GT4 nd use the £25-30K saving on some epic track days The 991.1 GT3 is a great value package at the money especially the later cars with revised replacement engines backed by Porsche warranty. Good that the 981 GT4 is, the GT3 really is on a different level if you don't mind PDK S. The 991 GT3 is actually slightly narrower than the 718 GT4 mirror to mirror and both cars unlike many others which have become too bloated are imo of an optimum width for typical B road blasts unlike e.g. a 458 488 etc. the wider girth which typically adversely affects progress. In terms of production numbers my OPC is receiving only 2 max 3 allocations for manual cars for the rest of 2020 and mine is an October build. PDK will be first run 2021 but future numbers are unknown tbh but fewer PDK cars are expected. Reckon there will be around 500 UK cars in total. Usual forum talk of all these available 718 GT4 slots is largely bulls t imo as not one poster can vouch for obtaining a slot by randomly ringing round OPCs and the allocation process is still the same as any Porsche GT by invitation only although good luck to anyone for trying if they manage to obtain a car. If you do manage to secure an allocation for this year and actually want a car it may be prudent to take it simply because 2021 cars could well incur a 10% hard Brexit surcharge and Porsche may well be reluctant to absorb this bearing in mind the already wafer thin/ almost non existent profit margins on the GT4 and Spyder.

av185 said: bearing in mind the already wafer thin/ almost non existent profit margins on the GT4 and Spyder. I don't buy that Porsche make 5000 of these models WW, the margins are massive and Porsche are king at Options adding £10k £20k on each and every car sold. I expect the718 to be no different they cannot even be arsed to fit a new gear box as an example and the cars are £90k a pop. The margins will be the give or take same as a base Cayman other wise they would not get signed off. this is why the new 4.0l GTS is a tad more money , more than the old GT4 in fact due to recouping that engine cost on the same platform. they make £15k on ave per car they will be doing the same on the 718 GT cars no problem

Porsche911R said: av185 said: bearing in mind the already wafer thin/ almost non existent profit margins on the GT4 and Spyder. I don't buy that Porsche make 5000 of these models WW, the margins are massive and Porsche are king at Options adding £10k £20k on each and every car sold. I expect the718 to be no different they cannot even be arsed to fit a new gear box as an example and the cars are £90k a pop. The margins will be the give or take same as a base Cayman other wise they would not get signed off. this is why the new 4.0l GTS is a tad more money , more than the old GT4 in fact due to recouping that engine cost on the same platform. they make £15k on ave per car they will be doing the same on the 718 GT cars no problem You know as well as anyone the gearbox for the 718 GT4 was retained from the 981 GT4 solely to protect the mighty crown of the 911. Difficult to prove but I reckon that the GT4 and Spyder are probably one of the least profitable cars Porsche make especially bearing in mind the lower production runs and list price on a basic car. Yep we all know the cost of options but imo Porsche are on balance reasonably priced for what you get especially compared to other manufacturers offering effectively less for more ££.

av185 said: You know as well as anyone the gearbox for the 718 GT4 was retained from the 981 GT4 solely to protect the mighty crown of the 911. Difficult to prove but I reckon that the GT4 and Spyder are probably one of the least profitable cars Porsche make especially bearing in mind the lower production runs and list price on a basic car. Yep we all know the cost of options but imo Porsche are on balance reasonably priced for what you get especially compared to other manufacturers offering effectively less for more ££. the maths will add up I am sure for them selling 5000 4.0l engines on the very same platform. the run will be that WW.

Well I paid my deposit today and locked down my spec: https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do?userID=EG&amp... Car will be delivered in Oct/early November. As the OP alluded to cars being delivered in 2021 could be subject to a 10% price increase an customers are being asked to sign that they accept this may happen. I am delighted to get a allocation - my dealer only got 3 further slots so they have had 9 cars in total this year.

Olderandwiser22 said: Well I paid my deposit today and locked down my spec: https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do?userID=EG&amp... Car will be delivered in Oct/early November. As the OP alluded to cars being delivered in 2021 could be subject to a 10% price increase an customers are being asked to sign that they accept this may happen. I am delighted to get a allocation - my dealer only got 3 further slots so they have had 9 cars in total this year. Very nice to see someone at last taking note and getting the Brushed aluminium interior package in anthracite.

Olderandwiser22 said: Well I paid my deposit today and locked down my spec: https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do?userID=EG&amp... Car will be delivered in Oct/early November. As the OP alluded to cars being delivered in 2021 could be subject to a 10% price increase an customers are being asked to sign that they accept this may happen. I am delighted to get a allocation - my dealer only got 3 further slots so they have had 9 cars in total this year. Quite similar to the spec I chose for similar delivery date, except I went for more daily driver stuff like cruise and park sensors, oh and red! Interestingly I didn’t get quoted re the Brexit 2021 thing.

julian987R said: Olderandwiser22 said: Well I paid my deposit today and locked down my spec: https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do?userID=EG&amp... Car will be delivered in Oct/early November. As the OP alluded to cars being delivered in 2021 could be subject to a 10% price increase an customers are being asked to sign that they accept this may happen. I am delighted to get a allocation - my dealer only got 3 further slots so they have had 9 cars in total this year. Very nice to see someone at last taking note and getting the Brushed aluminium interior package in anthracite. X2 then as I went for the same!

finmac said: julian987R said: Olderandwiser22 said: Well I paid my deposit today and locked down my spec: https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do?userID=EG&amp... Car will be delivered in Oct/early November. As the OP alluded to cars being delivered in 2021 could be subject to a 10% price increase an customers are being asked to sign that they accept this may happen. I am delighted to get a allocation - my dealer only got 3 further slots so they have had 9 cars in total this year. Very nice to see someone at last taking note and getting the Brushed aluminium interior package in anthracite. X2 then as I went for the same! "Taking note" of what exactly? A freebie option in place of the standard silver trim to change it to dark grey? With P11 buckets I'd always choose the matching carbon, but as always it's each to their own.

Twinfan said: finmac said: julian987R said: Olderandwiser22 said: Well I paid my deposit today and locked down my spec: https://cc.porsche.com/icc/ccCall.do?userID=EG&amp... Car will be delivered in Oct/early November. As the OP alluded to cars being delivered in 2021 could be subject to a 10% price increase an customers are being asked to sign that they accept this may happen. I am delighted to get a allocation - my dealer only got 3 further slots so they have had 9 cars in total this year. Very nice to see someone at last taking note and getting the Brushed aluminium interior package in anthracite. X2 then as I went for the same! "Taking note" of what exactly? A freebie option in place of the standard silver trim to change it to dark grey? With P11 buckets I'd always choose the matching carbon, but as always it's each to their own. Coming from Caterhams where carbon looked and felt like carbon I’m afraid the Porsche Uber shiny stuff looks fake to my eye anyway - as you say each to their own!

finmac said: Coming from Caterhams where carbon looked and felt like carbon I’m afraid the Porsche Uber shiny stuff looks fake to my eye anyway - as you say each to their own! It's more about the matching to me - the P11 buckets should always have the matching dash IMHO, and the sill guards

Twinfan said: finmac said: Coming from Caterhams where carbon looked and felt like carbon I’m afraid the Porsche Uber shiny stuff looks fake to my eye anyway - as you say each to their own! It's more about the matching to me - the P11 buckets should always have the matching dash IMHO, and the sill guards Yep I always spec carbon on Porsche GTs looks great with the buckets and most buyers demand it too so it helps resale. Good value too but imo the carbon sills are an expensive step too far especially illuminated lol. The dark aluminium is a touch dull scratches and dents easily but usual story if some like it fine and each to their own.

I have a Boxster GTS on order for December delivery but a friend of mine has just cancelled his GT4 order so going to take that instead. Always wanted a soft top but think this is a better buy in terms of residuals. Are there any must have options on the GT4? Think I will go Python green.

Here’s my spec. Any views please? Are bucket seats essential? Black or satin wheels? PMPNVGB9

Tony718 said: Here’s my spec. Any views please? Are bucket seats essential? Black or satin wheels? PMPNVGB9 If you're going comfort seats, I'd get a GTS instead. For a GT4, I'd go buckets and carbon trim with silver wheels and black calipers.

Twinfan said: If you're going comfort seats, I'd get a GTS instead. For a GT4, I'd go buckets and carbon trim with silver wheels and black calipers. Thank you for the advice. Added buckets and this my new spec although also like Gentian which is cheaper than Python. PMXYMYJ4

Twinfan said: Tony718 said: Here’s my spec. Any views please? Are bucket seats essential? Black or satin wheels? PMPNVGB9 If you're going comfort seats, I'd get a GTS instead. For a GT4, I'd go buckets and carbon trim with silver wheels and black calipers. Can't understand why black calipers are specced especially at extra cost?

Tony718 said: Here’s my spec. Any views please? Are bucket seats essential? Black or satin wheels? PMPNVGB9 Depends your use of the car but concur with Twinfan on the buckets and carbon. Gentian is ok but a non GT colour and probably the most specced colour on the GT4 so there will be loads around. Being a dark colour it looks good especially with silver wheels black not so good. Climate chrono and extended leather all good options. Clubsport expensive as are ceramics on a GT4.

av185 said: Can't understand why black calipers are specced especially at extra cost? I have an aversion to red/green "Christmas Tree" spec

Twinfan said: av185 said: Can't understand why black calipers are specced especially at extra cost? I have an aversion to red/green "Christmas Tree" spec Fair point didn't realise you went green. The red calipers with green would undoubtedly be more acceptable than red stitching though. :

av185 said: Depends your use of the car but concur with Twinfan on the buckets and carbon. Gentian is ok but a non GT colour and probably the most specced colour on the GT4 so there will be loads around. Being a dark colour it looks good especially with silver wheels black not so good. Climate chrono and extended leather all good options. Clubsport expensive as are ceramics on a GT4. Thanks for your help. Latest spec is PMZDPSL6 and going with Python. Was only supposed to spec to £85k!! Anything worth removing to keep the cost down without impacting resale?

av185 said: Twinfan said: av185 said: Can't understand why black calipers are specced especially at extra cost? I have an aversion to red/green "Christmas Tree" spec Fair point didn't realise you went green. The red calipers with green would undoubtedly be more acceptable than red stitching though. : I didn't go green, I was commenting on the spec listed above by Tony718 Before anyone says it, I'm well aware mine is McDonald's spec!

Tony718 said: Thanks for your help. Latest spec is PMZDPSL6 and going with Python. Was only supposed to spec to £85k!! Anything worth removing to keep the cost down without impacting resale? I'd drop the light design package, folding mirrors and BOSE if you want to save cash, but that'll only save you £1254. Python and buckets are pushing your price up most.

Tony718 said: av185 said: Depends your use of the car but concur with Twinfan on the buckets and carbon. Gentian is ok but a non GT colour and probably the most specced colour on the GT4 so there will be loads around. Being a dark colour it looks good especially with silver wheels black not so good. Climate chrono and extended leather all good options. Clubsport expensive as are ceramics on a GT4. Thanks for your help. Latest spec is PMZDPSL6 and going with Python. Was only supposed to spec to £85k!! Anything worth removing to keep the cost down without impacting resale? Like I say it depends what your use of the car is and how long you are keeping it. Cruise Bose Speed limiter Auto dim and light design pack do little to enhance value. The external light upgrade is expensive relative to any added value unless you do alot of night driving.

Personally, I'd drop the following: - Light Design Package - Folding mirrors - Auto dimming mirrors - Park assist with camera for standard park assist - Speed limit indicator (sat nav does this) - Bose Consider swapping the Carbon trim for "Brushed Aluminium in anthracite", free option, but some people much prefer the carbon. . All that would save you a princely £2769. (Don't forget the first year road tax they don't include on the configurator ~£1600).

Twinfan said: I'd drop the light design package, folding mirrors and BOSE if you want to save cash, but that'll only save you £1254. Python and buckets are pushing your price up most. Thank you Twinfan. Think I will keep it as is and at least it’s my dream car! Could change the colour but Python will be rarer and I had specced that on the GTS originally. Has anyone taken delivery of a Python GT4 yet?

Yep, there it is, thanks. They used to include the ROTR price but have changed to RRP I think?

First year road tax and reg fee is £1905. Plus otr charge of £144. Edited by av185 on Wednesday 12th August 14:43

Yea I got the OTR shock when I specced mine. I went for buckets and clubsport. It comes with many things standard so did not feel the need to add more for essentially a WE / track car.

Rojibo said: Personally, I'd drop the following: - Light Design Package - Folding mirrors - Auto dimming mirrors - Park assist with camera for standard park assist - Speed limit indicator (sat nav does this) - Bose Consider swapping the Carbon trim for "Brushed Aluminium in anthracite", free option, but some people much prefer the carbon. . All that would save you a princely £2769. (Don't forget the first year road tax they don't include on the configurator ~£1600). Thank you, I will cut some of these options and get the price down. I will be using this car for weekends and unlikely to track much. Could take a GTS but GT4 will be rarer. Anyone know if PDK is available yet?

Twinfan said: I didn't go green, I was commenting on the spec listed above by Tony718 Before anyone says it, I'm well aware mine is McDonald's spec! Better than Basel tram spec ...

Tony718 said: Thank you, I will cut some of these options and get the price down. I will be using this car for weekends and unlikely to track much. Could take a GTS but GT4 will be rarer. Anyone know if PDK is available yet? If you can get one for list I’d say the GT4 will hold its value better. (probably, I’m not an authority on that). Have you sat in the 918 bucket seats? If you get a chance and decide they’re not for you, go for the GTS with the 18 ways, rather than put the 18 ways in the GT4. PDK isn’t available yet; so I was told. Would have to wait until Post January, and then you could be looking at a possible hard brexit surcharge (~£10k).

MannyLon said: Yea I got the OTR shock when I specced mine. I went for buckets and clubsport. It comes with many things standard so did not feel the need to add more for essentially a WE / track car. It will still be a lot of car if you spec to £90k and its best to have the car you want particularly if you buy with the intention of keeping. Mine came out at £96k plus1st yr road tax £2070 and 1st reg fee £55 My spec PLKN7JG0 and I'm quite happy with the car, Mine was an early car and I would have preferred it if less people had followed my paint colour but guess it is popular as the majority think it looks good. I sure do

Geoff39GL said: It will still be a lot of car if you spec to £90k and its best to have the car you want particularly if you buy with the intention of keeping. Mine came out at £96k plus1st yr road tax £2070 and 1st reg fee £55 My spec PLKN7JG0 and I'm quite happy with the car, Mine was an early car and I would have preferred it if less people had followed my paint colour but guess it is popular as the majority think it looks good. I sure do Post some pics up when you can.

I'm sure there are photos on here if you check out my posts but here goes,

Geoff39GL said: I'm sure there are photos on here if you check out my posts but here goes, Nice

Tony718 said: I have a Boxster GTS on order for December delivery but a friend of mine has just cancelled his GT4 order so going to take that instead. Always wanted a soft top but think this is a better buy in terms of residuals. Are there any must have options on the GT4? Think I will go Python green. I like comment about residuals then you spec python green? Its a marmite colour and you will limit your buying market when you come to sell .yes an opc will take it but at trade values. They are having trouble selling the release colours of the 718 lava orange and miami blue. The yellow 981 gts on sale at a dealer took ages to sell and was reduced quite a bit. If its a keeper then no worries.

Geoff39GL said: It will still be a lot of car if you spec to £90k and its best to have the car you want particularly if you buy with the intention of keeping. Mine came out at £96k plus1st yr road tax £2070 and 1st reg fee £55 My spec PLKN7JG0 and I'm quite happy with the car, Mine was an early car and I would have preferred it if less people had followed my paint colour but guess it is popular as the majority think it looks good. I sure do Wow that’s a stunning spec Geoff! Car looks amazing! Here is my final code PM1MNVG3 after making some cuts. It’s a November build for December delivery.

Geoff39GL said: I'm sure there are photos on here if you check out my posts but here goes, Stunning! Are you using the car as a daily or weekend car?

av185 said: Like I say it depends what your use of the car is and how long you are keeping it. Cruise Bose Speed limiter Auto dim and light design pack do little to enhance value. The external light upgrade is expensive relative to any added value unless you do alot of night driving. Thanks Av, I have taken on board your comments and saved some cash. I plan to keep this car for many years as expect electric cars will take over in a few years.

tedblog said: I like comment about residuals then you spec python green? Its a marmite colour and you will limit your buying market when you come to sell .yes an opc will take it but at trade values. They are having trouble selling the release colours of the 718 lava orange and miami blue. The yellow 981 gts on sale at a dealer took ages to sell and was reduced quite a bit. If its a keeper then no worries. That’s why I am asking for advice Ted. What colour would have the highest residuals in your opinion? I was planning on getting Python in the GTS but also love Gentian and Miami Blue.

Tony718 said: Thanks Av, I have taken on board your comments and saved some cash. I plan to keep this car for many years as expect electric cars will take over in a few years. Tony718 said: That’s why I am asking for advice Ted. What colour would have the highest residuals in your opinion? I was planning on getting Python in the GTS but also love Gentian and Miami Blue. If you're planning to keep the car, spec it how you want and enjoy it to the full (do this anyway tbh but especially true if it's a long-term keeper)!

Tony718 said: Thanks Av, I have taken on board your comments and saved some cash. I plan to keep this car for many years as expect electric cars will take over in a few years. Your spec looks good. I like the green, it will stand out. If only they did lizard green. I’m was tempted to liquid Wrap mine.

Tony718 said: Geoff39GL said: It will still be a lot of car if you spec to £90k and its best to have the car you want particularly if you buy with the intention of keeping. Mine came out at £96k plus1st yr road tax £2070 and 1st reg fee £55 My spec PLKN7JG0 and I'm quite happy with the car, Mine was an early car and I would have preferred it if less people had followed my paint colour but guess it is popular as the majority think it looks good. I sure do Wow that’s a stunning spec Geoff! Car looks amazing! Here is my final code PM1MNVG3 after making some cuts. It’s a November build for December delivery. On your spec what do you get in RaceTex fabric ?

Evo9lution said: If you're planning to keep the car, spec it how you want and enjoy it to the full (do this anyway tbh but especially true if it's a long-term keeper)! Thank you Evo, going to switch to Gentian as love that too but this car is my dream car as always wanted a GT4.

Evo9lution said: If you're planning to keep the car, spec it how you want and enjoy it to the full (do this anyway tbh but especially true if it's a long-term keeper)! I nearly bought a Viper Green 981 GT4 from a guy who lived near me when in Nottingham but I was a bit late getting back to him and making my mind up, he also was the first owner of my RS. The car looked great and it was pretty much a one off I would not hesitate buying a bright green car. If you like it and want it, buy it. It will be your car and it needs to be right for you not someone else.

Tony718 said: Stunning! Are you using the car as a daily or weekend car? No its a weekend car and not using it as much as I should, we have cancelled two Euro tours this year, that's 3k miles. Still we are not in normal times.

MannyLon said: Your spec looks good. I like the green, it will stand out. If only they did lizard green. I’m was tempted to liquid Wrap mine. Thanks Manny, think green is great too. Will sleep on it and decide in the morning. This is the spec if I go gentian and £85k plus RFL. PMAB9M29

Currently torn myself between Gentian and Miami. If Gentian was just a couple of shades lighter I think it would be my pick.

Miami is an acquired taste rather marmite looks good in photos but too much green in reality imo but again each to their own.

Tony718 said: av185 said: Like I say it depends what your use of the car is and how long you are keeping it. Cruise Bose Speed limiter Auto dim and light design pack do little to enhance value. The external light upgrade is expensive relative to any added value unless you do alot of night driving. Thanks Av, I have taken on board your comments and saved some cash. I plan to keep this car for many years as expect electric cars will take over in a few years.

Yeah, I do worry I’d tire of it. My fiancée wants me to go racing yellow! Yellow car + Yellow stitching, too much yellow?

Rojibo said: Yeah, I do worry I’d tire of it. My fiancée wants me to go racing yellow! Yellow car + Yellow stitching, too much yellow? I wouldn’t go yellow! My fiancée just said how about crayon or red!?! She hates Python!

Geoff39GL said: No its a weekend car and not using it as much as I should, we have cancelled two Euro tours this year, that's 3k miles. Still we are not in normal times. Definitely strange times, hopefully plenty of trips next year!

It’s interesting what’s important to one man isn’t important to another and when spec’ing mine (Oct build) I’ve gone for what I want/will make use of. So that meant Buckets, cruise (why such an expensive car doesn’t have as standard is a disgrace!), park sensor, LED headlights - live in the country and drive a lot at night. Leather dash (stock looks like a 90’s Ford Fiesta ) a few other wee bits and pieces meaning £83.5K odd which is More than enough in my head at least! Despite not planning tracking I Would have had Clubsport if it was sensible price but at near £3K its taking the proverbial and adding weight I don’t need. Personally don’t understand the black calliper thing as red on steels is a Porsche trademark and they look great, to my eye anyway. Only slight worry is the Autumn budget and a smash and grab By Sunak on “expensive toys”

Rojibo said: Yeah, I do worry I’d tire of it. My fiancée wants me to go racing yellow! Yellow car + Yellow stitching, too much yellow? No, you can't have too much yellow

I’m hoping to get a 718 GT4 PDK allocation when they become available. But I only have limited history of buying a used 718 GTS. Do you think they will be highly sought after?

mattkidd said: I’m hoping to get a 718 GT4 PDK allocation when they become available. But I only have limited history of buying a used 718 GTS. Do you think they will be highly sought after? Yep my OPC will only be getting 3 or 4 max. No one knows how long production will continue into next year. Personally I would go for a manual if you are offered one rather than be disappointed not getting a PDK.

PDK may sort out the long gearing issues, but manual boxes won’t be around for much longer, in the move to hybrid drivetrains and electric cars (imo). Enjoy three pedals while you can is my opinion.

Yep the other aspect is auto/semi auto boxes even as good as PDK invariably date quicker than manuals do and if the car is a long term keeper the PDK could go the same way as the woeful tiptronic in time.

Geoff39GL said: I'm sure there are photos on here if you check out my posts but here goes, Lovely colour combo that reminds me so much of my 1995 Imprezza Series Mcrae

Tony718 said: tedblog said: I like comment about residuals then you spec python green? Its a marmite colour and you will limit your buying market when you come to sell .yes an opc will take it but at trade values. They are having trouble selling the release colours of the 718 lava orange and miami blue. The yellow 981 gts on sale at a dealer took ages to sell and was reduced quite a bit. If its a keeper then no worries. That’s why I am asking for advice Ted. What colour would have the highest residuals in your opinion? I was planning on getting Python in the GTS but also love Gentian and Miami Blue. I think Python Green on GT4 will be desirable. It’s a GT car they carry the bright colours so much better than a standard car....I’d stay away from Racing Yelloe as it’s too bright but go for it. I am not really a fan of Miami Blue but have seen it on a Spyder and thought it looked superb. Caveat I have a Lave Orange GT3 so am biased....

Cheib said: I think Python Green on GT4 will be desirable. It’s a GT car they carry the bright colours so much better than a standard car....I’d stay away from Racing Yelloe as it’s too bright but go for it. I am not really a fan of Miami Blue but have seen it on a Spyder and thought it looked superb. Caveat I have a Lave Orange GT3 so am biased.... Thanks I agree and Python will be rarer. Is the GT4 good as a daily driver and how does it handle speed bumps? Going to cancel GTS Boxster today and lock down GT4 but want to make sure it’s the right choice...

Tony718 said: Is the GT4 good as a daily driver .. that's the hardest question in the world to answer. some people think PDK = daily some will say it's way too hard for a daily some will say it way too low as a daily some will say buckets are a pain for a daily some will say it is my daily no issue. if you wanted a GTS Boxster, I am not sure why you would look at a GT4 ? GTS Boxster is the sweet spot in the range imo, YOU HAVE to WANT a GT car , not want it because it harder to get and looks cool as **** :-)

Porsche911R said: that's the hardest question in the world to answer. some people think PDK = daily some will say it's way too hard for a daily some will say it way too low as a daily some will say buckets are a pain for a daily some will say it is my daily no issue. All very true but mileage will be fairly limited in the week and mostly a weekend car. Maybe a better question for similar money would you go for a Boxster GTS 4.0 or GT4 manual? Residuals on GT4 should be much better I guess?

Porsche911R said: that's the hardest question in the world to answer. some people think PDK = daily some will say it's way too hard for a daily some will say it way too low as a daily some will say buckets are a pain for a daily some will say it is my daily no issue. if you wanted a GTS Boxster, I am not sure why you would look at a GT4 ? GTS Boxster is the sweet spot in the range imo, YOU HAVE to WANT a GT car , not want it because it harder to get and looks cool as **** :-) I’ve always wanted a GT car but couldn’t get a dealer to give me an allocation until I got lucky yesterday as a friend cancelled his order. I ordered a Boxster as great engine and soft top would be fun but GT4 would be a keeper for many years.

Tony718 said: Thanks I agree and Python will be rarer. Is the GT4 good as a daily driver and how does it handle speed bumps? Going to cancel GTS Boxster today and lock down GT4 but want to make sure it’s the right choice... As 911R says, you have to really want a GT car for road use as indeed I did. It's very much a heart over head choice unless you're a serious track goer. Worrying about buckets and speeed bumps means a GTS is probably more up your street, but the choice is yours of course. Another issue with the GT4 as a daily are the Cup2 tyres. I got caught in a thunderstorm and torrential rain in mine last night for a short while and it was like driving on the ice hill at PEC As someone said on here once that has stuck with me, buy the car for the type of driving you actually do not the type you'd like to do.

Tony718 said: but GT4 would be a keeper for many years. There's your answer then Here's my code anyway: PM4ZTYH0

"Residuals on GT4 should be much better I guess?" don't make that the ruler of the car you want. only you know what you want, I am not voicing what I would buy as Porsche don't make it so prob won't buy any new. I thought my GT4 was a pain to daily, but I did it for a bit. 2nd hand I would like a white 4.0l GTS Boxster with older style folding buckets, but that's will be as rare as a rare thing to get. good shout on the cups above, as while you can use them in the rain in summer and slow down a bit, once below 5oc and it rains you will die :-)

Twinfan said: As 911R says, you have to really want a GT car for road use as indeed I did. It's very much a heart over head choice unless you're a serious track goer. Worrying about buckets and speeed bumps means a GTS is probably more up your street, but the choice is yours of course. Another issue with the GT4 as a daily are the Cup2 tyres. I got caught in a thunderstorm and torrential rain in mine last night for a short while and it was like driving on the ice hill at PEC As someone said on here once that has stuck with me, buy the car for the type of driving you actually do not the type you'd like to do. Thanks for all your help with this. I was worried about speed bumps as have lots of my road and don’t want to scrape the bumper. Are the cup 2 tyres really that bad? This car will be mostly driven on road rather than be a track car.

Rojibo said: There's your answer then Here's my code anyway: PM4ZTYH0 Wow that is stunning! Finally settled on Miami over Gentian then!?!

Tony718 said: Thanks for all your help with this. I was worried about speed bumps as have lots of my road and don’t want to scrape the bumper. Are the cup 2 tyres really that bad? This car will be mostly driven on road rather than be a track car. in summer ok you slow down in winter just dangerous.

Tony718 said: Wow that is stunning! Finally settled on Miami over Gentian then!?! Yes, maybe, no, maybe, not sure, kind of, I think so.....

Porsche911R said: in summer ok you slow down in winter just dangerous. What is the minimum temperature to drive safely on cups?

Tony718 said: Thanks for all your help with this. I was worried about speed bumps as have lots of my road and don’t want to scrape the bumper. Are the cup 2 tyres really that bad? This car will be mostly driven on road rather than be a track car. Speed bumps are a minor issue, a bigger issue are slopes e.g. driveways, petrol station approaches, multi storey car park ramps etc. The GT4 is low, with a long nose. Scrapes are inevitable on the underside of the nose and on the brake ducts, they're going to happen, but you run the risk of getting stuck if the slopes are steep. No such issues with a GTS. Cup2s are not all-round tyres, they're sunny days and light rain tyres. My car is weekend use/fun only and rarely goes out between late Nov and early Feb as the temperatures are too low. I would not recommend using Cup2s in winter or when there's a lot of standing water. You can swap them for PS4Ss which will be much better of course, but that's £1000 on tyres for a brand new car.

MannyLon said: What is the minimum temperature to drive safely on cups? No hard and fast rule, but not when it's not warm-ish and dry-ish. Single figure degrees should be treated cautiously.

Rojibo said: Yes, maybe, no, maybe, not sure, kind of, I think so..... Ha ha...glad I am not the only one who can’t make up my mind. Was all set on Boxster GTS in Python and then GT4 opportunity came along. GT4 monthly finance payments also less due to a higher residual although know overall interest will be higher.

Twinfan said: Speed bumps are a minor issue, a bigger issue are slopes e.g. driveways, petrol station approaches, multi storey car park ramps etc. The GT4 is low, with a long nose. Scrapes are inevitable on the underside of the nose and on the brake ducts, they're going to happen, but you run the risk of getting stuck if the slopes are steep. No such issues with a GTS. Cup2s are not all-round tyres, they're sunny days and light rain tyres. My car is weekend use/fun only and rarely goes out between late Nov and early Feb as the temperatures are too low. I would not recommend using Cup2s in winter or when there's a lot of standing water. You can swap them for PS4Ss which will be much better of course, but that's £1000 on tyres for a brand new car. I imagine it's these hateful things which will cause the most issues? Going to treat the front diffuser and brake ducts as consumables anyway...

elisered said: ChrisW. said: Can't you just get the car inspected prior to buying the warranty ?? No - you cannot either purchase or renew an approved used warranty without the preceding service having been carried out at an OPC, even if this means repeating work already carried out by a third party. Their product, their rules. But it says that if you buy a secondhand Porsche outside of warranty, so long as you own it for more than 90 days before it is inspected (which costs £300) ... and it passes or any work is then done by them ... the extended warranty can be applied. In addition if a car is already under warranty when purchased then this can be extended. Are they suggesting that a purchaser should now check that an OPC did the last service for the extended warranty to be extended OR if not that the £300 111 point check to extend the warranty is no longer an option ? And would any remaining extended warranty post the non OPC service therefore be honoured ? Is the extended warranty aspect of Porsche now also breaking down ??

Kernow76 said: Yes, the side pods and rear wing have a carbon wrap. It looks quite realistic close up and it breaks up the grey so I'll leave it on. The car also has full PPF and darker than standard window tint. Looks really well - keep as is for sure. I added a matt black bonnet stripe, with all my stitching, belts and steering wheel 12 o'clock all red - matches the calipers. The yellow is cool, plus carbon always worries me - in case something happens £££ to change. Will get some photos up soon. Hope you driving through the winter - ice and snow permitting of course.

Another high spec low mileage £90k GT4 example https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202511187...

I did check today with my local OPC. As it's still under warranty, extending in 10 months will not require service history or an 111 point check.

Kernow76 said: I did check today with my local OPC. As it's still under warranty, extending in 10 months will not require service history or an 111 point check. Great news. I wasn't sure from your original post that the car had a current Porsche warranty.

Looks to have been sold as the advert has been taken down Was only up for a few days Another high spec low mileage £90k GT4 example https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202511187... [/quote]

Augustash said: Looks to have been sold as the advert has been taken down Was only up for a few days Another high spec low mileage £90k GT4 example https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202511187... This one seems to have sold now as well. I think they are an absolute bargain, I’m just waiting for a new set of PS4S’s to be delivered so I can use mine over winter.

It wasn’t so long ago that it was £50k+ to upgrade from a highly specified GT4 to a GT4RS or SRS. At that time I’m sure many people struggled to justify the cost to change. It is much more tempting now.

BAMoFo said: It wasn t so long ago that it was £50k+ to upgrade from a highly specified GT4 to a GT4RS or SRS. At that time I m sure many people struggled to justify the cost to change. It is much more tempting now. Yep why pay £90k for a 718 Gt4/Spyder when you can buy a RS with a proper GT engine for a few quid more. IMO this is where smart money goes ( just an example but sure you can find cheaper) https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/details/porsch...

GT4P said: Yep why pay £90k for a 718 Gt4/Spyder when you can buy a RS with a proper GT engine for a few quid more. IMO this is where smart money goes ( just an example but sure you can find cheaper) https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/details/porsch... Seats are an individual choice but otherwise… Absolutely gorgeous Edited by TDT on Friday 21st November 09:16

GT4P said: BAMoFo said: It wasn t so long ago that it was £50k+ to upgrade from a highly specified GT4 to a GT4RS or SRS. At that time I m sure many people struggled to justify the cost to change. It is much more tempting now. Yep why pay £90k for a 718 Gt4/Spyder when you can buy a RS with a proper GT engine for a few quid more. IMO this is where smart money goes ( just an example but sure you can find cheaper) https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/details/porsch... Because for some (not all) people the GT4 and Spyder are preferable, especially if used solely on the road and for long trips. Plenty of performance, but you're not deafened. Way easier hood on Spyder esp if only one person present. GT4 ride considerably better than 4RS on UK roads I own a Sypder and was offered an SRS allocation but turned it down due to the above. Relative cost and cost to change wasn't an issue. Really wanted to like the SRS. It was sensational to drive but I couldn't get past being slightly deaf in my right ear, and the hood being a PITA even with practice But that's just my personal pov, and experiences will vary

crystalmethod said: Because for some (not all) people the GT4 and Spyder are preferable, especially if used solely on the road and for long trips. Plenty of performance, but you're not deafened. Way easier hood on Spyder esp if only one person present. GT4 ride considerably better than 4RS on UK roads I own a Sypder and was offered an SRS allocation but turned it down due to the above. Relative cost and cost to change wasn't an issue. Really wanted to like the SRS. It was sensational to drive but I couldn't get past being slightly deaf in my right ear, and the hood being a PITA even with practice But that's just my personal pov, and experiences will vary Wasn't aware the roof on the SRS was different to the 718 Spyder so tks

crystalmethod said: Because for some (not all) people the GT4 and Spyder are preferable, especially if used solely on the road and for long trips. Plenty of performance, but you're not deafened. Way easier hood on Spyder esp if only one person present. GT4 ride considerably better than 4RS on UK roads I own a Sypder and was offered an SRS allocation but turned it down due to the above. Relative cost and cost to change wasn't an issue. Really wanted to like the SRS. It was sensational to drive but I couldn't get past being slightly deaf in my right ear, and the hood being a PITA even with practice But that's just my personal pov, and experiences will vary I am tempted by that SRS above, but agree with you - also the manual gearbox is crucial to me

GT4P said: Yep why pay £90k for a 718 Gt4/Spyder when you can buy a RS with a proper GT engine for a few quid more. IMO this is where smart money goes ( just an example but sure you can find cheaper) https://finder.porsche.com/gb/en-GB/details/porsch... "A few quid more" ... £30k, or in other words, another £third...

Esquire said: Wasn't aware the roof on the SRS was different to the 718 Spyder so tks Having had 2 Spyder the roof on the 987 is the same as the new 718SRS these hoods are limited to a top speed think around 115? so if you are a driving in Europe/Autobahns its either roof off or keep below that speed .There is no limit on the 981 /718 roof mechanism as far as I am aware .

woodysnr said: Having had 2 Spyder the roof on the 987 is the same as the new 718SRS these hoods are limited to a top speed think around 115? so if you are a driving in Europe/Autobahns its either roof off or keep below that speed .There is no limit on the 981 /718 roof mechanism as far as I am aware . I did once own a 987 Spyder and I have to say I found the car an overall disappointment. Not least of all the roof. Although I had just sold a 981 GT4 so maybe that contributed to my thoughts on the 987

Porsche network cars for sale GT4 2 GT4 718 manual 6 GT4 718 PDK 5 GT4 RS used 9 GT4 RS new 8 Not much available in the network and obviously a few more on auto trader

Redline have a green GT4 for sale I quite like. Would 25k miles and 5 owners since 2020 be a concern? Only 5k miles a year, which is less than I’d do in it… Anyone here a previous owner by chance?

A friend of mine sent me a link to the Green GT4 at Redline yesterday. He’s planning on going over next week to see it. I told him to buy it unseen, but he won’t listen. I think it’s a very nice car. I love the colour. Number of owners wouldn’t put me off, buy on condition. I have a two owner car, the first was an OPC, then me with over 50K miles on it and another two owner car that has 6k miles on it in November, it turned over to 10k miles yesterday going to the local farm shop. They like to be driven. Other than tyres and routine maintenance mine have never needed anything.

Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-)

asbi said: Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-) I've sent you an email. Thanks Ben.

asbi said: Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-) Are you calling me an old-timer ?? I can confirm that yes, it will be like new

asbi said: Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-) Has it sold already ? Couldn't see a shark blue car in the PH classifieds ? John Holland has a nice loaded PDK car

Its still there, just narrow 718 search to private sellers

jimmy p said: Its still there, just narrow 718 search to private sellers Ah yes sorry just seen the car. Looks amazing. Did you recently buy a 911 cab ? I might be getting confused !

asbi said: Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-) Would you be prepared to give some details on price here? I.e with PW and without? Thanks

Hi - Just drop me a pm and I’ll respond…..I think I’ll change the ad tomoz to include the renewed warranty and service with an actual inclusive price which may help or at least save folk some time.

Esquire said: Ah yes sorry just seen the car. Looks amazing. Did you recently buy a 911 cab ? I might be getting confused ! No, not me - looking for a 996GT3 - I did recently buy a ‘72 Oelklappe T/E though…

ChrisW. said: Are you calling me an old-timer ?? I can confirm that yes, it will be like new Thx Chris - you look younger every time I see you :-)

asbi said: No, not me - looking for a 996GT3 - I did recently buy a 72 Oelklappe T/E though As I said , I'm getting old and confused :-) Lovely car, GLWS

Esquire said: jimmy p said: Its still there, just narrow 718 search to private sellers Ah yes sorry just seen the car. Looks amazing. Did you recently buy a 911 cab ? I might be getting confused ! Yes, it was me who bought the 991 cab with sport design kit, you are not confused!!

jimmy p said: Yes, it was me who bought the 991 cab with sport design kit, you are not confused!! Phew that's a relief, hope you're enjoying the cab. Any reason for selling the lovely GT4?

Now you are confused, its not me selling it!

Its asbi who is!

jimmy p said: Its asbi who is! Oh gawd !

1 of only 5 globally in Brewster Green! https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/20086808

Jones the cat said: 1 of only 5 globally in Brewster Green! https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/20086808 100 miles in 5 years!!!!!! Why???

bigmowley said: Jones the cat said: 1 of only 5 globally in Brewster Green! https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/20086808 100 miles in 5 years!!!!!! Why??? Protecting the unicorn

Jones the cat said: 1 of only 5 globally in Brewster Green! https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/20086808 Two possibilities - that mileage is to generate interset or the pics in the advert are of a different car. The pics in the advert are of a car which I suspect must be around 40k miles. The owner uses it, I think, daily and has driven it lots including on ski holidays with a set of winter tyres. If it is that car, 100 miles is nonsense. If it isn't, the pics are of the wrong car. Edit to add, the car is at 46k miles accroding to the owners social media. Edited by PaulD86 on Wednesday 18th March 06:46

Esquire said: Phew that's a relief, hope you're enjoying the cab. Any reason for selling the lovely GT4? Hi, in answer to your question..... I come from the 964RS crew, had N-GT and Cup also, now on my second 718GT4 but I'm too old to enjoy the unerringly accurate but (imho) numb EPAS and fancy a 996GT3 which I never owned back in the day. I also like cars with limited nanny stuff and 996GT3 ticks all those boxes. I also know it won't be easy to find a good one :-)

asbi said: Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-) nice house

noyb1966 said: asbi said: Hi Folks, Just put mine up in the classifieds - Shark Blue Man CS with steels + all the toys. Ive got a strong trade offer on the car but tbh its too good for that - its POA as there are options re P warranty (current) and upcoming service. Genuine no stories car, there's a still a few old-timers on here that will vouch for the condition/treatment of my cars :-) nice house Thanks, we moved to a new build recently (to get a proper dbl garage) - Mrs gets v cold in the winter, it was in a beautiful conservation area, 9" walls, original single glazed ashes, 11' ceilings and an ongoing drain on the car budget - and freezing :-) Car sold pending payment.

"sashes" not "ashes" :-)

As my car has now got I've just put a set of platinum wheels/PS4S on the 'bay if anyone is interested....

Are people brave enough running these out of warranty? Appreciate they are not 991.1 GT3s with their chocolate engines, but what is the general consensus? Would you be a fool to risk it? Seems the US guys on Rennlist have a very large thread on engine failures

I deffo wouldn't, deffo keep - even if you plan to keep. Maybe as I get older, I worry more...... I have full warranty of car I bought up to Oct 2026, then a 2 year extended one. If I sell I can get a refund. Awaiting a Turbo (non-s)

The moment you move out of warranty you typically use an independent and although not cheap it's probably half the cost of OPC's so on balance not much in it. Don't know much about catastrophic failure, I know lots with GTS and GT4's and no issues, very unlike the 997 S where out of the 5 friends I know who had one all ended up with bore score!

carbonblack said: Are people brave enough running these out of warranty? Appreciate they are not 991.1 GT3s with their chocolate engines, but what is the general consensus? Would you be a fool to risk it? Seems the US guys on Rennlist have a very large thread on engine failures Glad you asked as I've been wondering the same. It's my car's 3rd birthday in August so I need to decide fairly soon. It hasn't had a single warranty claim from new, I've had the oil changed annually as I don't really believe in 2 year intervals but that's it. I haven't seen much online about inherent failures, my car has only just done 4k miles and is unlikely to do any more than 1k per year in my ownership. Does anyone know the cost of the extended warranty?

The engines in these seem bulletproof compared to the GT3s, as far as I was aware the only common failure was the engine mounts wasn’t it? Not sure if updated parts have solved that.

PRO5T said: The engines in these seem bulletproof compared to the GT3s, as far as I was aware the only common failure was the engine mounts wasn t it? Not sure if updated parts have solved that. Been one account on here of engine failure and the need for replacement. I would say the engine in the 981 Gt4 has a proven track record and is used in the race car the 4.0 is not and across the pond has questionable reliability. I would happily run a 981 without warranty the 718 I would not.

I had a 4.0 GTS total engine failure on 4600 miles. £43k retail replacement engine. Luckily I'd got Porsche warranty as had only owned it 5 months. Sold it back to dealer as lost confidence in it after reading the engine failure thread over in America on the 4.0 engines. Keep your warranty would be my advice.

GT4P said: PRO5T said: The engines in these seem bulletproof compared to the GT3s, as far as I was aware the only common failure was the engine mounts wasn t it? Not sure if updated parts have solved that. Been one account on here of engine failure and the need for replacement. I would say the engine in the 981 Gt4 has a proven track record and is used in the race car the 4.0 is not and across the pond has questionable reliability. I would happily run a 981 without warranty the 718 I would not. talking about the 981 GT4, came across this one, it now has 4 litres from the 3.8 and 460hp not bad, but also not cheap The following modifications were made: - Complete MR Kit - Conversion at TTP - Shortened gearbox - Conversion to 4.0 liters with a 997 crankshaft - Tubular exhaust manifold - Single-mass flywheel - Modified exhaust system - Sport catalytic converters https://suchen.mobile.de/fahrzeuge/details.html?id...

AMV93 said: carbonblack said: Are people brave enough running these out of warranty? Appreciate they are not 991.1 GT3s with their chocolate engines, but what is the general consensus? Would you be a fool to risk it? Seems the US guys on Rennlist have a very large thread on engine failures Glad you asked as I've been wondering the same. It's my car's 3rd birthday in August so I need to decide fairly soon. It hasn't had a single warranty claim from new, I've had the oil changed annually as I don't really believe in 2 year intervals but that's it. I haven't seen much online about inherent failures, my car has only just done 4k miles and is unlikely to do any more than 1k per year in my ownership. Does anyone know the cost of the extended warranty? See attached GT4 same as normal cayman

PRO5T said: The engines in these seem bulletproof compared to the GT3s, as far as I was aware the only common failure was the engine mounts wasn t it? Not sure if updated parts have solved that. I stopped the warranty on my 2021 Spyder this year, I was only keeping it for the engine mounts but that's now a cheaper 3rd party fix. I'd also rather use an indie, not for cost saving but because the OPCs within 3 hours of me haven't looked after my cars they way I expect them to. Will go to an indie for the next service, has been OPC up to now. Edited by john_1983 on Wednesday 27th May 08:40

So it looks like the new owner of my old python green car has wrapped it... Also, if anybody is interested I have both of these left over and available to buy, as they are not compatible with my new GT3: CTEK MXS 5.0 - immaculate, with all box, carry pouch, instructions etc. £50 Custom 718 GT4 fit, Stormshield+ outdoor cover from "Specialist Covers". With storage bag, in all over grey - A few tyre-dressing marks where it's touched the wheels, but apart from that, still great and many years of life left in it. £150 SOLD Anybody who would be happy to pick up from Sussex/Kent border (neither are practical to post), drop me an email. Edited by kmpowell on Friday 10th July 10:00

Oslo Blue unicorn Lovely spec https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/20776145

Jones the cat said: Oslo Blue unicorn Lovely spec https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/20776145 It’s a really nice car with a good spec, but it’s also the most expensive GT4 for sale in the UK. It’s not far off GT4RS money. Maybe it’s time to put my pair up for sale. Looking on Autotrader prices seem to have risen since 2025.

The GT4 is a special car not knocking the RS but I d actually prefer the non-RS as a DD but I m perhaps more sensitive than some to the volume level of the RS (especially on track). So to me the compression in prices makes some sense even if not on paper. I traded in my GT4 (similar clubsport spec) on a 992 GT3 and regretted it and now I ve realized that there s the magic of “and”. To be clear I’m not saying I regret the GT3, just should have kept the GT4.

TrevorHill said: It s a really nice car with a good spec, but it s also the most expensive GT4 for sale in the UK. It s not far off GT4RS money. Maybe it s time to put my pair up for sale. Looking on Autotrader prices seem to have risen since 2025. December 2025 I was looking at a nearly purchased a GT4 for £74k. Same spec cars are now around £86k. Appreciate that seasonality has a massive impact but I guess rarity is also now kicking in more than ever. I'm no struggling to find a good one to my revised spec that isn't nigh on £90k+. Think I'll take another look round Xmas.

twells99 said: The GT4 is a special car not knocking the RS but I d actually prefer the non-RS as a DD but I m perhaps more sensitive than some to the volume level of the RS (especially on track). So to me the compression in prices makes some sense even if not on paper. I traded in my GT4 (similar clubsport spec) on a 992 GT3 and regretted it and now I ve realized that there s the magic of and . To be clear I m not saying I regret the GT3, just should have kept the GT4. can you explain what the difference was for you to mis it a bit? changes in feel/driving or different style now when driving?

GTRene said: can you explain what the difference was for you to mis it a bit? changes in feel/driving or different style now when driving? For a bit of context, I like to take my cars to the track 10-15 times a year and they were both stock (other than pads/discs/tyres/fluid) but set up by Chris at Centergravity... I think this last bit is fairly important. I simply found the GT4 to be more fun. Slower of course but I found it more engaging to drive... less mechanical grip but then much easier to rotate and explore the limits. The limits of the GT3 are ridiculously high with a proper geo and good semi slick tyres. Flying around Zandvoort in the GT3 is also a lot of fun but you always know in the back of your mind that a small mistake at those speeds could be pretty catastrophic. I guess one way to look at it is that despite quite a bit of track experience and lots of quality coaching, I'm not a good enough driver to safely explore the limits of the GT3 (and I think that's where the fun is at). I also miss the practicality of the GT4... packing for a track weekend for 2 in the GT3 involves squeezing soft bags through the gaps in the roll cage as my track gear and helmets fill most of the boot. Then there's looks... I personally prefer the look of the GT4 but I'm probably in the minority on that one. Finally reliability... and again, this is my own personal experience, the GT4 never missed a beat. Unfortunatley my GT3 developed a misfire (undriveable) and has been at my OPC for the past 9 weeks. Thankfully under warranty but sill a headache. In the past 9 months I've also cracked a front and a rear windscreen thanks to the lightweight glass (I've never managed to crack a rear window before so I'll blame the glass!). That could just be bad luck but the GT4 didn't feel so fragile. I do wish the GT4 had front lift, then it would be nearly perfect. Edited by twells99 on Wednesday 22 July 18:07

twells99 said: GTRene said: can you explain what the difference was for you to mis it a bit? changes in feel/driving or different style now when driving? For a bit of context, I like to take my cars to the track 10-15 times a year and they were both stock (other than pads/discs/tyres/fluid) but set up by Chris at Centergravity... I think this last bit is fairly important. I simply found the GT4 to be more fun. Slower of course but I found it more engaging to drive... less mechanical grip but then much easier to rotate and explore the limits. The limits of the GT3 are ridiculously high with a proper geo and good semi slick tyres. Flying around Zandvoort in the GT3 is also a lot of fun but you always know in the back of your mind that a small mistake at those speeds could be pretty catastrophic. I guess one way to look at it is that despite quite a bit of track experience and lots of quality coaching, I'm not a good enough driver to safely explore the limits of the GT3 (and I think that's where the fun is at). I also miss the practicality of the GT4... packing for a track weekend for 2 in the GT3 involves squeezing soft bags through the gaps in the roll cage as my track gear and helmets fill most of the boot. Then there's looks... I personally prefer the look of the GT4 but I'm probably in the minority on that one. Finally reliability... and again, this is my own personal experience, the GT4 never missed a beat. Unfortunatley my GT3 developed a misfire (undriveable) and has been at my OPC for the past 9 weeks. Thankfully under warranty but sill a headache. In the past 9 months I've also cracked a front and a rear windscreen thanks to the lightweight glass (I've never managed to crack a rear window before so I'll blame the glass!). That could just be bad luck but the GT4 didn't feel so fragile. I do wish the GT4 had front lift, then it would be nearly perfect. thanks sounds logical, its nice to have fun in a great car, but not at almost silly speeds, thats also very tiering because of all focus you need and indeed the skills. I've bought an old car, have to wait 6-8 weeks though till it arrives and ready to drive here in NL, but did not want the high speed only cars any more, I like the more analog 'simple' cars, also because my brains can't coop with all modern tech and I want to like that I can fix smal-ish things myself, things that I can see and follow and then can repair inside my head so to speak. Its a long time since I've been on track, its important you have fun, your not there to win a race so to speak.

as7920 said: TrevorHill said: It s a really nice car with a good spec, but it s also the most expensive GT4 for sale in the UK. It s not far off GT4RS money. Maybe it s time to put my pair up for sale. Looking on Autotrader prices seem to have risen since 2025. December 2025 I was looking at a nearly purchased a GT4 for £74k. Same spec cars are now around £86k. Appreciate that seasonality has a massive impact but I guess rarity is also now kicking in more than ever. I'm no struggling to find a good one to my revised spec that isn't nigh on £90k+. Think I'll take another look round Xmas. I’ve noticed the same price wise. They will come down during winter but long term they are a pretty good bet. I/we have two 718 GT4s and a 981 GT4. Both 718s are pretty much daily drivers, the wife drives the manual and I have the PDK due to a snapped Achilles that has never fully healed. The 981 has less than 5k miles and is kept in storage other than for a yearly MOT and the odd show/drive. The 981 sounds better and has a lot going for it, but the 718 is an all round better car. I will get round to getting a set of OAP’s and a remap for my own 718 at some point in time. Is the GT4RS really worth an extra £50k over a standard GT4?

The fact that you keep the 981 in storage and use the 718s as daily’s says to me (and I would agree) is the 981 is the more special car (also rarer) something I have maintained for a long time.

GT4s were always going to be a sound buy as soon as the (lack of) replacement was announced. Porsche have abandoned the sub £100k sports car driver.

as7920 said: December 2025 I was looking at a nearly purchased a GT4 for £74k. Same spec cars are now around £86k. Appreciate that seasonality has a massive impact but I guess rarity is also now kicking in more than ever. I'm no struggling to find a good one to my revised spec that isn't nigh on £90k+. Think I'll take another look round Xmas. Not sure what your ideal spec is, but this has just been put up for sale on a 718 group on Facebook. Seems like a well specced car close to your original budget. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2391620887765274/u...

TrevorHill said: Is the GT4RS really worth an extra £50k over a standard GT4? Very good question. I went from a 981 GT4 I'd had for 6 years to a GT4 RS about 2 years ago. I've driven a couple of manual 718 GT4s previously, but preferred the 981 for being worse. That won't make sense to many, but might do to you, as they are "worse" in an incredibly endearing way. I loved the old 981 GT4. It did everything I wanted, road or track, with aplomb, all on standard parts with a decent geo setup. Fabulous summer (and spring, and a fair bit of autumn) road car that was epic fun to drive on track too. I was buying the GT4 RS new, so the delta I had to find between old and new was more like £80k when I got it. Running in, and for the first couple of track days, not only did it not really feel worth the upcharge, but I wasn't sure I enjoyed it quite as much as I had the old GT4 in many ways. A truly special car for sure, but I just couldn't bond with it easily at first. But with perseverance, a bit of suspension upgrade work, and plenty of track time (much of it with full-day tuition), I'm fully converted to loving the GT4 RS. Depending on what you're using it for, it probably is worth £50k over a 718 GT4. If you want a daily that you can use for a bit of spirited weekend driving on the road, I'd say GT4 every time. But if you want something that's fun on the road, and amazing fun on the track once you've got it figured out and tweaked, it's definitely worth more. Whether it's worth £50k more probably depends on how easily you can afford £50k. The GT4 is a lot more bang per buck, but the RS is just so much quicker, and with a little work, just as confidence inspiring to drive on track. I'd guess for many people, the "standard" GT4 is actually a much more suitable car, and for a whole lot less money. If I could only have one Porsche for daily commute, weekend fun, and track days, I'd be looking for the best 981 GT4 I could find, or failing that a manual 718 GT4. Liam

It's home! Remarkably clean car. I don't know how the previous owner put 5k miles on it without even putting any wear on the bucket seat bolsters. Everything you can see (including OAPs and suspension bits) look brand new. Supposedly never driven in the rain... which I usually take with a grain of salt but in this case it might actually be true! Nice colour contrast with the GT3

LiamH66 said: Very good question. I went from a 981 GT4 I'd had for 6 years to a GT4 RS about 2 years ago. I've driven a couple of manual 718 GT4s previously, but preferred the 981 for being worse. That won't make sense to many, but might do to you, as they are "worse" in an incredibly endearing way. I loved the old 981 GT4. It did everything I wanted, road or track, with aplomb, all on standard parts with a decent geo setup. Fabulous summer (and spring, and a fair bit of autumn) road car that was epic fun to drive on track too. I was buying the GT4 RS new, so the delta I had to find between old and new was more like £80k when I got it. Running in, and for the first couple of track days, not only did it not really feel worth the upcharge, but I wasn't sure I enjoyed it quite as much as I had the old GT4 in many ways. A truly special car for sure, but I just couldn't bond with it easily at first. But with perseverance, a bit of suspension upgrade work, and plenty of track time (much of it with full-day tuition), I'm fully converted to loving the GT4 RS. Depending on what you're using it for, it probably is worth £50k over a 718 GT4. If you want a daily that you can use for a bit of spirited weekend driving on the road, I'd say GT4 every time. But if you want something that's fun on the road, and amazing fun on the track once you've got it figured out and tweaked, it's definitely worth more. Whether it's worth £50k more probably depends on how easily you can afford £50k. The GT4 is a lot more bang per buck, but the RS is just so much quicker, and with a little work, just as confidence inspiring to drive on track. I'd guess for many people, the "standard" GT4 is actually a much more suitable car, and for a whole lot less money. If I could only have one Porsche for daily commute, weekend fun, and track days, I'd be looking for the best 981 GT4 I could find, or failing that a manual 718 GT4. Liam This is really very useful and a great way to sum up. I have owned my 981GT4 for nearly a year and after a ride at Blyton in a GT4RS I have been wanting one (or a SRS) since. Looks like we have sold our house so a larger mortgage will put pay to that but TBH the GT4 is everything I want in a car so I am more than happy to keep it (for now). The strong values for the model also helps.

Not much on the market at the moment, or at least very little with interesting spec.

I'm starting to wonder whether it's time to sell mine. I've only managed 4k miles in 3 years (from new) and I've got my eyes on other cars - it's only done a couple of hundred miles this year. I think (hope) I'm getting close to getting my money back on it, August 2023 car with almost every option bar ceramics. So buckets, CS, PDK, LED's, interior carbon etc. I think the final invoice was just over £100k, I'm wondering how far into the £90's I could get on SOR with my local OPC - I've just renewed the warranty for 2 years and it's PPF'd so needs for nothing. The only thing nagging at me is that I specc'd it from new and it's been properly looked after, running in service and the lot. They're never making another one and if I ever came to regret selling it, it's quite literally irreplaceable.

From an OPC? No where near £90k. As I’m looking I’ve been in touch with a few sellers, one car (literally every option including PDK, ceramics, Clubsport and PTS) offered him cap clean (which was in the sixties) and he had to fight to get a best offer of £80k. Car had under 10k miles. You’d be better off writing a quick advert and seeing if you get lucky with a cash buyer like me waiting in the wings

AMV93 said: I'm starting to wonder whether it's time to sell mine. I've only managed 4k miles in 3 years (from new) and I've got my eyes on other cars - it's only done a couple of hundred miles this year. I think (hope) I'm getting close to getting my money back on it, August 2023 car with almost every option bar ceramics. So buckets, CS, PDK, LED's, interior carbon etc. I think the final invoice was just over £100k, I'm wondering how far into the £90's I could get on SOR with my local OPC - I've just renewed the warranty for 2 years and it's PPF'd so needs for nothing. The only thing nagging at me is that I specc'd it from new and it's been properly looked after, running in service and the lot. They're never making another one and if I ever came to regret selling it, it's quite literally irreplaceable. No chance. A proper RS is hardly any more

Frankychops said: No chance. A proper RS is hardly any more Really?

GT4P said: Frankychops said: No chance. A proper RS is hardly any more Really? Yep

Interesting - just had a look what’s out there again, there are more on the market now than last time I looked. Sub 10k 2023 Clubsport’s seem to still be just into the £90’s, so I guess a good trade bid would be around £80k as you say. The cheapest RS is still £125k, so quite some gap. I’ll probably SORN it for winter and stick it into storage then see what next year brings, going by the latest prices I’ve missed the boat on adding another Ferrari to the collection for the time being!

AMV93 said: Interesting - just had a look what s out there again, there are more on the market now than last time I looked. Sub 10k 2023 Clubsport s seem to still be just into the £90 s, so I guess a good trade bid would be around £80k as you say. The cheapest RS is still £125k, so quite some gap. I ll probably SORN it for winter and stick it into storage then see what next year brings, going by the latest prices I ve missed the boat on adding another Ferrari to the collection for the time being! I am on the same boat - late 2023 718 GT4 with Clubsport. We drive all year round, did 4k in a year and has 5200 miles as it sits. Belfast OPC offered me 80K for it, they have buyers lined for low mileage mint GT4's. What else is out there, that isn't mad money!!!! Edited by Simon-Blue on Sunday 13th September 18:51

I guess everyone’s different but from most of the people selling I’ve spoke to this time (I was also looking a year and a half or so ago) seem to want to return to the convenience of four seats. Usually some sort of M2/3/4. I think the GT4 attracts a younger audience than the 911 GT3. I was surprised just how many guys I spoke to who were selling to fund their first house!

PRO5T said: I think the GT4 attracts a younger audience than the 911 GT3. Not with us... Kids have buggered orff and have their own 'toys', so the things which drew us to the GT4, over the GT3, were the 18x way sports seats and the 'His & Hers' luggage compartments. . M

PRO5T said: I guess everyone s different but from most of the people selling I ve spoke to this time (I was also looking a year and a half or so ago) seem to want to return to the convenience of four seats. Usually some sort of M2/3/4. I think the GT4 attracts a younger audience than the 911 GT3. I was surprised just how many guys I spoke to who were selling to fund their first house! I’ve had a new May 2022 718 GT4 and a new May 2023 M3 competition, in my opinion the M3 is a more enjoyable car to drive, obviously far more practical, faster, but obviously doesn’t handle and stop as well. Oddly my GT4 has been resold 3 times, since I sold it. Twice by JCT and most recently by Redline, and when it was last advertised it still had fairly low miles on it so each new owner barely used it. The only thing which would tempt me back into 718 Cayman ownership is a high spec / low owner / low miles GT4 RS in Shark Blue.

I’d like an RS but I can’t square taking something that value on track without an iron clad insurance (which I can’t get at the ring). £70k to £80k is my theoretical risk zone which a GT4 neatly falls into.

I have had my GT4 20 months and counting, previous I swapped cars every 12 months due to wanting something different.But the GT4 is the first car I can't imagine selling. I looked at 4rs ferrari 488 (before price rise) and a mclaren 720s.I have now decided the GT4 has to stay and added a 1997 aston martin BD7 to my garage. The GT4s are only going to increase in price in my eyes.

J77wck said: I have had my GT4 20 months and counting, previous I swapped cars every 12 months due to wanting something different. But the GT4 is the first car I can't imagine selling. I looked at 4rs ferrari 488 (before price rise) and a mclaren 720s. I have now decided the GT4 has to stay and added a 1997 aston martin BD7 to my garage. The GT4s are only going to increase in price in my eyes. Oh, great answer - cements my thinking. Keeping ours as well