Thinking About Ordering a 992 Carrera T? Here's My Allocation Story

Thinking about ordering a 992 Carrera T but you're not really sure where to start? Here's how I scored an allocation and built my 992 Carrera T using the Porsche Configurator.
0:00 Start
0:27 Background of why I'm ordering a 992 Carrera T
1:45 How I Got A 992 Carrera T Allocation
2:21 Porsche Configurator: The Key To Ordering a 992 Carrera T
2:47 Choosing an Exterior Color
4:30 992 Carrera T Wheel Selection
5:21 Optioning the Interior
6:13 Porsche 992 Carrera T Seat Selection
8:31 Deciding on sunroof: yes or no?
9:08 Deleting the Carrera T decal?
9:33 Choosing performance options when ordering a 992 Carrera T
10:20 Choosing lights
11:19 Storage Package
11:35 Choosing a 992 Carrera T steering wheel
13:25 Race Tex In Interior
13:51 Choosing Tech When Ordering a 992 Carrera T
14:18 Porsche Dashcam Prep
14:35 992 Carrera T Audio System Selection
14:47 Final Porsche 992 Carrera T build
Please note: All screen capture video of Porsche's Configurator (configurator.porsche.com/) property of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG
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Porsche 911's I currently own or have owned:
- 1969 Porsche 911T Hot Rod in Ossi Blue (sold) - 1976 Porsche 911S in Ice Green Metallic
- 1977 Porsche 924 Martini Edition Safari Car
- 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera in guards red (SOLD) - 1992 Porsche 911 964 in Amazon Green metallic (SOLD)
- 1995 Porsche 911 993 Coupe in polar silver
- 1995 Porsche 911 993 in Grand Prix White
- 2007 Porsche 911 997.1 Turbo in guards red (SOLD)
- 2009 Porsche 911 997.2 C4S PDK (SOLD)
- 2014 Porsche Cayman S
- 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4
- 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder
- 2017 Porsche 911 Carrera S
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[@jackpalczynski7884]

Certainly, you get what you want when ordering. My #1 choice would be European delivery in Leipzig. Why? You get time on the track in one of Porsche's cars that matches your car. A couple weeks insurance to go see Germany. Porsche is one of the only ones who gives you zero discount for Euro delivery, but so what? They do pay for a night hotel ahead of your tour, track time and car acceptance. Race tex....sorry, not a fan. It just doesn't wear well unless you drive the car with gloves always and wear long sleeves and long pants always. In vehicles I've ordered, I've tended to keep them very simple. Smooth leather. Standard wheels. I might splurge for the carbon roof as I hate sunroofs and would pay extra to delete one. Nice blue. Subaru calls it hyper blue. Ford, grabber blue. It's been around longer than chalk but is a nice color. Have fun with it.

[@timotheegoulet1511]

I heard a decade or so ago that you have to pay German Taxes on the car if you do Euro delivery if you so wish to drive your car around Europe. Which would be refunded once you take the car back to where you received it.

[@SPmbp111]

This is an example of someone who took a completely different philosophy than me designing the car, but then you picture the end result and still love it. Tbh the best part of this process is you literally cant screw up a 911. Dont listen to snobs. Its your car and they are all amazing vehicles

[@gt4rs05]

Would highly recommend ambient lighting. It's the cheapest option for an elevated cabin experience. I loved it on my 992.

[@1scooterpilot1]

Font axle lift for me is a must have due to the incline on my driveway. We all have our own unique requirements.

[@heinzn6272]

Wow! Congratulations on your order.! Looking forward to your new build vids

[@georgeyung3546]

Great video. I am waiting for 922.2 to come next year. Good options on your car, especially the sun glass roof. Makes the cabin brighter and not gloomy.

[@amac8487]

Great build! I own a 992S in shark as well, and mine is quite similar. I think you’ll be happy with how you did it! Being that you really upgraded the interior, I’d add the ambient light package. It’s a nice change to change the cabin lights inside to go with the seasons IMO. It’s a nice touch for not too much money.

[@hansmausolf7104]

Thank you for your efforts in doing another nice precise video. I hope when you get your new companion, it rings all the bells for you !

[@tabblakely4987]

Hey Will been following you from the beginning, I got mine in late August Gentian Blue, manual trans rear seat delete,glass sunroof ,upgraded lights,shark blue seatbelts, safety features puddle light, decals on door, ambient lights, powered mirrors, gt wheel and heated steering and one I didn’t want to get the burmester sound. Got this all before the price increase. Oh you have to get standard interior to get different color seat belts. Took 14 months before I got the car sat at port in Germany for 2 months Jacksonville over a month. Wishing you the best it’s 100 different from my 18 with PDK.

[@user-df4ur1gs1r]

Really appreciate your Ideas...very conscientious!!

[@adampadamify]

Super nice spec, congrats!

[@scottmesenbrink93]

I just got done speccing my C4S build and it’s even more daunting. I hate to think how many hours I agonized over it, but like you, I did not want another chalk build on the road and feel the same about the color - I love it, but 4 years ago would have been fine. I went GR instead of SB but those were my top colors. In the end I wanted the vibe of 80’s G bodies and went GR. Plus the price is right. I think your choices are spot on and it’s more of a daily build that makes total sense. Enjoy the process. Mine starts production in a few days so I understand the waiting game. Thanks for presenting your build process!

[@ronin120]

Congrats on the allocation! You picked a great color.

[@AA-nf2jl]

Hey thanks for sharing!

[@6172crew1]

Good info. I ended up having to choose a standard color because I did add LCA, wheels and the 18 ways. I drive a couple of Mercedes a daily and LCA is a nice option that I didn’t know I liked until I started driving with it. The buckets would have been nice but the 18 ways should allow me to tighten things up on one setting and touring on another. I left it with a slick roof, stock plastic interior but if money wasn’t an issue I would have picked another color, and the same leather package you did. After taxes I’m close to $150k otd when I factor in the $5k adm which sucks but it doesn’t suck as bad as not having one delivered so I pulled the trigger. The wheels were originally not a add on but the wife likes them as well as the upgraded seats. The surround view seemed like a no brainer.

[@billnorblat4047]

Great build. You're going to enjoy it.

[@dynamicsoulslayer]

Radar up top? You go boy racer! Ordered mine with the glass roof also, same powertrain upgrade with power steer assist (a few engine mods like gts turbos/full IPE exhaust system are on the table anyway to negate any extra weight from options). Metallic Black/Sport kit & skirts (will get full satin PPF) satin black wheels (gold Vossens on the cards), Carrera T side decal will be custom painted Aurum, Aurum Porsche decal seperate order (will be bonnet only), exclusive rear lights/same headlights (will have custom smoke tint). Full lizard green package interior, buckets/rear seat delete, metallic paint matched trim, same race-tex as you but heated race-tex wheel, green tacho/chrono, burmester audio package. This is my 1st 911, ive always had Cayenne's.

[@theanaloggauge1746]

Very nice build, shark blue is beautiful. I received my black T in September and it’s been a glorious fall in the car. My approach was to respect the ethos of the car, keep costs lower, but add some items to elevate it. The four big adds were leather interior with red deviated stitching, rear steer, CF roof, and race tex headliner. The minor items were red belts, tach, and chrono, aluminum pedals, fire extinguisher, folding mirrors, and fuel cap. I went with standard black exterior and four way seats. Love this car.

[@yd5016]

Congrats great spec especially shark blue and staying with the standard wheels and their matching color to the mirrors and decal. I had a 2021 new cayman t in white loved the t so much except for the v4 engine sound so I bought a new 2022 boxster gts 4.0 in shark blue and now I’m happy 😊😊😊

[@co2588]

Congrats. Great spec. Looking forward to seeing your impressions when you take delivery. I wish our pricing was so kind. In Australia, we're paying almost 3x what you pay!!

[@jasonknight5863]

Can blame it on the government. It’s 300 % in taxes.

[@giovannipiazza007]

Excellent choices , car looks great.

[@robertbishopp4614]

Porsche really ought to give a health warning in relation to their configurator, its just so addictive. I like the way you articulate how the build is one that suits your personal preferences rather than what the other commentators say you need to have. Shark blue is lovely especially with the titanium wheels. Enjoy!

[@Rennthusiast]

LOL good call…the addiction piece Thank you for the compliment and for watching 🙏🏼

[@SeanD2937]

I was on the same boat as you. Sold my 991.2 C2 last year, made a bit on it. I’m enjoying my M3G80 at the moment and my goal is to find a GT3RS or a TS when the market cools off. Great video🤙

[@jasonknight5863]

I Love the interior decisions you went with. Like taking the rear seats out. It’s not a family car. Makes the load area more practical. Taking off the driving assistance features exactly what I would have done. I think the color though. Eh a little loud and prone to catching tickets as I know you like to curve up the countryside. I would have gone with the Steve McQueen color he ordered 2 of his in. Slate Grey. Then you’d have a Steve edition. Or go with a red interior or white if available. Something different than a dark boring color. And have added more leather as you sit and look at that all the time. Congratulations 🎊🍾

[@309gti8]

I enjoyed seeing your process for the build. I think the T is my favorite current 911 model. I really like the Titanium Grey accents/wheels. Ive seen some in Lizard Green and it's such a cool color for that car. Otherwise, I would probably go with white. I like Chalk, but I feel like it would clash with the grey accents. Shark Blue is a solid choice though, and I don't think it's super common. 👍

[@GeLu69]

Great Video thank you by the way@15:20 You should choose interior trim in this in exterior color that’s a free option, which really enhances your interior

[@MIDOAMG]

As previous mentioned by other people, love watching other peoples thought process when it comes to color, options, seats etc etc. Great video! I just had my, what do you call it..."Change freeze date"?....On Friday 10th November, with scheduled build slot December. First signed an allocation contract on 8th of December 2021, so will be over two years when I finally get the car. Been waiting for PTS to open up, and it finally opens in December. :)

[@cmc9823]

Nice spec, Will. I think you did a great job getting what you want and need. I’ve gone through the configurator a bunch of times and my build would a bit different than yours, but so are my needs. no sunroof for me, i’s love to go aero kit, but if you just add the colored front lip it ties in the color a bit for not very much money. I love racetex, but understand leaving it off certain areas for a daily. Same for LWB’s. They are amazing, but if you’re getting in and out of it all the time I can see going with the 18 ways.

[@billnorblat4047]

So far great job. I'm up to the moonroof. Great choice.

[@foxx1111]

Ordered last month, being built this month, december delivery. White, manual, carbon roof, gt3 skirts, carbon seats, rear seat delete, rear steer ... adding red decals, changing the wheels and rear deck lid for red aston forged gt3 rims and either the dakar spoiler or new techart ducktail respectively.

[@Rennthusiast]

Like it. A little different. Well done.

[@jasonknight5863]

White is a great color. It’s a color from experience that you can leave outside and the sunshine won’t effect the paint and fade it. Most all other colors apart from Silver you’d have to keep inside 💯 of the time. Very important here in florida. My other cars colors oh boy. A pain. Especially black cars a nightmare.

[@jasonpitts4998]

Congrats! I've heard the sunroof is 25-30 lbs. Not going to make a difference at all (IMO) in your daily or spirited weekend rides so enjoy that sky view!! Great spec!!!

[@The_Ultimate_Driver]

I have heard from a Porsche dealer tech that it is more in the range of 50+ lbs.

[@rajmathur5624]

This video gave me some visceral anger and then I realized it’s because I’ve spec’d a T every day over the last week or so and my build doesn’t freeze for another 5 weeks so I’ll just keep doing it 😭. Was great to watch someone else go through the madness!!

[@jborthodoc]

Solid build

[@robertgregory1927]

I have the exclusive design wheels on my 992 Cab manual and I love them. Easy to clean also. GT Silver red convertible top, sporty and classy IMO. Good luck with the car!

[@chuckburrows6637]

Really nice build! Too many choices. Seats are such a difficult decision. Buckets are sexy but (as you know) not easy to live with. The 4 ways are great, light and work well in my GT3T. The 18 ways are the right choice. I have them in a Targa and they are more comfortable than any seat (even ones in My Home!).

[@datkinsify]

Fun to watch you go through the process. The only thing I would change other than color preference, is the dash. Always choose a leather dash. The other bits and pieces can be easily changed to leather, race-tek, or whatever material you desire.

[@decoriumjohnson2085]

makes sense on the leather dash going to be building my 992 soon definitely a manual like my 991.1

[@cmc9823]

He does have a leather dash on this one.

[@danb2145]

Thanks for the video! I would go the lightweight route with a T, no sunroof, no rear wheel steering, buckets etc. 😅

[@turbokid99]

I love watching other ppl spec cars and their thought process behind each option. Ive ordered 5 porsches from factory over the last 8 years and I go HEAVY on the options lol... Usually white on bordeaux with full black out or any aerokits etc etc. Anyway cant wait to see your build come to life. When is expected delivery?

[@Rennthusiast]

Sorry…just seeing this comment. It arrived last week!

[@luciussander8217]

ppl? Can't you write properly?

[@tjautocross]

Well spec’d!!!

[@ObiWineKenobi]

Great video! So how long did you wait, or are you still waiting? 🤔 How long does it typically take?

[@andygriffiths9916]

I like the green with tan leather.

[@25jai123]

Regarding the seats. I went with the 18-ways as well because of the memory option. I absolutely hate it when I leave a car anywhere for work done only to come back and see they've messed with my driving position! No matter how infinitely small the chance is with a 911, I did not want that to happen ever so that's why I optioned those seats. That being said I think eventually as the car becomes more modified I'd replace the driver seat with a proper racing bucket haha

[@BigTwat]

Great video indeed! Perhaps it's been mentioned already, but I'm a little surprised you didn't option the exclusive design rear tail lights in order to delete the red coloured light bar. Otherwise it's a very nice build!

[@pilfjd]

Re: rear wheel steer... if i was maneuvering in tight spaces a lot i would consider it, but if Andreas didnt want it in the S/T...

[@jakkovaningen8350]

Congratulations Will! A Shark Blue T, excellent! I figured you would touch on the seats😊 Good choice there, too. You must be eagerly awaiting it now, exciting times! Thanks for the great explanation and video

[@steveb540i]

Love Shark Blue, great choice though I prefer slick top not sunroof. Clear tail light looks great. Ambient lighting is nice. Rear wheel steer I'm so on the fence on this, don't want any weirdness in handling.

[@HankWilliams-db3ci]

Just got my final build date. Mine pretty basic. Guards red aero kit 7 speed. Folding mirror storage smoke pack interior color trim same guards red European delivery

[@sreddy1070]

Love your videos. A few comments about your spec. A little background about myself. I currently own a 1987 carrera coupe that I have had for about 10 years. I got one of the first dozen or so allocations for a carrera T about year ago and opted for European delivery. Btw an awesome experience. I spent countless hours on my spec on that configurator. First of all I saw that you clicked the button for rear seats when you state you don’t need them. The carrera T is comes standard with rear seat delete. By clicking the 0 dollar option it adds them back. Second the 4 way seats are very comfortable and think the 18 ways maybe overkill. But if you have back issues etc. maybe the extra adjustments may make sense. With your love of classic Porsches I would strongly suggest you drive a car with Rear wheel steering. Some describe it as an unnatural feeling. If you’re looking for the absolute best track times then spec it but in your situation I would reconsider. The newly announced unobtainable 911 ST does without rear active steering as well with the intent of being the ultimate road going 911. With regards to the rest of your spec the decisions are personal and support them. Hope you enjoy!

[@Rennthusiast]

Hey. Thanks for commenting. I may have clicked the rear seat add back during this video but I am 100% confident I left the rear seats off. This wasn’t my carefully selected final build, just a demo for the sake of shooting the video.

[@sreddy1070]

I spent a lot of time and research going back and forth with the RAS and so glad I didn’t spec it. A lot of the journalists and guys that do these reviews don’t have a clue regarding RAS. In fact there is a Nick Murray video where journalists were raving about RAS and come to find out the cars were not even equipped😊. There is even a write up on the current Carrera T that talks about RAS being so great during the initial drives in California and the car he drove didn’t even have the option. The ultimate validation like I said previously was when Porsche themselves didn’t include it in the ST.

[@adamf.8564]

The Porsches engine is the true music to my ears, BUT I love music too, so its 100% spot on for me to order the Burmester sound system close to 5k. I think its worth every penny.

[@MWS1960]

I have a racing yellow with the sunroof, which adds a nice contrast to the roof. Otherwise for my car is was too much yellow.

[@sunnohh]

Cool spec, I hope to order a shark blue one but with a tackier interior and carbon roof. Cant decide in smg vs manual but probably got a year before I can reasonably order one.

[@a004]

I ordered a Carrera T myself and definitely went in a different direction than you did: chalk, exclusive design Carrera wheels, sunroof in glass, rear seats and full exterior sports design package in high gloss black. You spent a pretty penny on interior and I'm not sure that makes much sense to me, but hey your call. Nonetheless, very enjoyable video. I'm subscribing. Could you make regular videos on your Carrera T journey? Love seeing content of someone going through the process, especially the same car I'm getting. Thanks!

[@Rennthusiast]

Thanks. I’ll definitely be doing more vids on the T. I’ll do 1 - 2 more on the acquisition experience along with driving review(s) and whatever else I think of. I did the interior bc I learned long ago that while exterior design is important, we end up spending most of our time with the car inside, not outside…but what’s great about these 911’s is we can make them whatever we want!

[@jasonknight5863]

I love that he went for that sunroof if you have a dark dull interior a glass sunroof is mandatory and it’s great to look at the sky out while driving. You can always put a great heat rejection film on it. I did on 2 of my cars and it’s like hiding under a tree for shade. Wonderful! I like that he got rid of the back seats and made it more practical to carry stuff around and throw stuff in and go. I could almost die my 200 Lb Boerboel Dog in the back now with those useless seats removed. People who have these cars it’s not their daily and have other cars for carrying a lot of people. Those checker seats though Porsche offered though I think would have won my heart over. They are so cool. 18 way seats are also a great choice. Not so fond of the bright blue. If you have to have blue would have gone for Prussian Blue or Marina Blue on a 911 are absolutely well worth the extra P.T.S. When do you see them ?

[@kmb96]

I want to get a t in 2-3 years if I’m not in the place to order a new gt3/get blessed with a 2rs allocation. Euro delivery in Leipzig Ruby star, buckets, aero kit and manual with a few other bits and bibs is my current working T dream spec. Came out to 145-150ish which is 991 gt/turbo money

[@billnorblat4047]

Looking forward to this. I am well versed in custom new porsche's.

[@billnorblat4047]

I will let you know of any advice I have.

[@rbmedd]

I also passed on the lane keeping, adaptive cruise, and remote park assist on my AMG. Instead I focused on some of the performance options. Would appreciate feedback as to your rationale and others who made this same decision. Great vid., professional and informative as always.

[@Rennthusiast]

I just think some of this technology is too intrusive and if I’m 100% honest I don’t have the patience to learn how to use it….plus it’s too much money to add to the build.

[@rbmedd]

@Rennthusiast Thanks! I agree. I thoroughly enjoy driving and am paying attention to what I'm doing. For some of us, it's much, much more than point A to B. Plus, we also have a Volvo SUV when we want to let the nannies be in charge! 😁

[@ryanpatterson9526]

It's a great built. There's not much I would have done differently!

[@sierrachief117]

Dude you kinda went all out on the options😂 congratulations

[@emixmim]

I'd add the ionizer considering how polluted the air is these days. Other than that I think it's a really nice spec, going to be a special car. Enjoy!

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

Nice spec Will! Does your brother have a YT channel as well? The carrera T interior package should honestly be standard equipment, Porsche knows how to make that money!

[@Rennthusiast]

Yes…go look him up. Massive channel. Greener Grass

[@er98ah]

Love this channel. Owned a 992 and it was literally too good and easy to drive. Currently own a 997 turbo s. It’s fun but kind of wished a got a 993s I like your spec a lot. I was working with a tighter budget so a bit more bare than yours but similar. Shark blue is the jam.

[@andyjackson5404]

993 prices are still too high. Should be some better buying opportunities in 2024 👍🏻😎

[@Rennthusiast]

@andyjackson5404 agreed

[@wgb72hka752]

no exclusive design tail light?

[@sebastiaanvanderweerden3639]

Nice spec overall, especially the colours. The Carrera T would be my 1st choice in the current 992 line-up too ;-) But...wouldn't pick the sunroof option; roughly 20kg (hello from continental Europe :-) on the worst spot, high up! But then again, it's your daily and it'll make for a more airy cabin. Looking forward to your first drive (or unwrapping?) video, always enjoying your views on Porsche's. P.s. Coincidentally I already followed your brother's channel, unbeknownst to me!

[@JuanAdam12]

What’s his brother’s channel?

[@sebastiaanvanderweerden3639]

GreenerGrass 👌 @@JuanAdam12

[@CaptCanuck4444]

Love my 991.2 Carrera T.

[@mittstewart5089]

Thanks

[@perjess1969]

Lol…a very good friend who happens to be a General Manager at Porsche….😂😂😂

[@sg8345]

Can you no longer select manual as an option? I only see the PDK option

[@SRLang]

I was planning to order a Carrera GTS coupe but Porsche recently suspended the PTS option so I have decided to wait to see if they reinstate it for 2024.

[@Dejan_23Unlimited]

Hey, is that for the US market only ? Which was your desired PTS ?

[@1389Chopin]

Maybe start with - got allocation because he is a really good friend.

[@malcolmscott4150]

Really nice spec - if I was ever ordering one I’d go the python green and have the rear seats in place for resale and back up if needed - can’t wait to see it on channel when it arrives 🎉🎯👏👍

[@PMZPatriot]

I love my ‘23 T.

[@aislcsales]

@rennthusiast Hey Im looking to euro delivery my first ever Porsche next year. My budget is 150k tops after all fees. Was there any markup? I hear horror stories about dealer markups

[@benmurphy4124]

Will no ventilation for the seats living in NC right? You should have ticked that box. My 23 GTS has it love it!!

[@Rennthusiast]

Great feature for sure but it deleted the Carrera t striped centers so I had to forego it. I don’t have vent seats in a couple of others and isn’t too bad.

[@simop1988]

Adaptive cruise control is a must on a daily. Lane keeping assistance too.

[@Rennthusiast]

I’ve done 2100 miles in mine and haven’t found I am missing it.

[@hardykornfeld1733]

I do understand the attractions of the 911 T, but this build comes to about $145K. For that money, I could buy a year-round useable nicely kitted Corvette E-Ray and a Honda Civic for hauling people and stuff. It’s a tough choice that I’ll be making in a year or so.

[@andrewstevenson6540]

Nice colour although I prefer the sunroof in body colour as I feel it doesn't interrupt that classic 911 shape so much. Also I'd be seriously tempted with ppts colours as you can't put a price on rarity. Great wee vid as usual Bud👍

[@Rennthusiast]

I was dying to do a PTS but just couldn’t do the $13K or so.

[@andrewstevenson6540]

@@Rennthusiast understandable you'd have to do without other goodies to keep the bill sane👍

[@jasonknight5863]

@@Rennthusiasttrue, but I think I would have added on another year to the financing just to get it a special color that no one has. Well worth it. I would have gone for either the Steve McQueen color of Slate grey with a brown interior or the green interior looks amazing too. Bright blue it too Subaru WRX and boy racer cop 👮‍♂️ Catcher. I’d pick a color that flys under the radar so I could drive as fast as I want. Had a silver car before and couldn’t believe how it evaded the cops. I then got the same exact car a Mercedes E class and got a ticket for 59 in a 45 because it was black.

[@jasonknight5863]

Also the Red interior in Porsches combined with the grey carbon fiber looks absolutely gorgeous! That red interior and slate grey like both of Steve’s 911’s would be so cool!

[@ricardo.pedraza]

The online configurator is nice to get an idea, but the dealer could have talked you through the order. I guess the drawback is they will obviously be upselling. Being so close to Atlanta as you are I think not choosing Performance Center Delivery is a shame. I get down to the one in LA as much as I can. Nice build and color, I'm sure you'll love it for a few months anyway! If the market stays how it is you can probably drive it for 6 months and sell it at a profit!

[@Rennthusiast]

I don’t think I’ll sell it for awhile. Such a privilege to own one.

[@justsomedude8118]

Did you recoup the purchase tax on your sale? In some areas, that ends up being pretty significant.

[@dicknodnfs]

Thanks for not choosing a gray, that's all you see these days. Any of the wheel choices are great. I always liked the Carrera five-spoke because it has a Fuchs like appearance. Good build.

[@eyesurgeon69]

nice build. not a pure T build but you did you. If you're into an elevated cabin experience maybe add ambient lighting it's nice. I have it on mine and also spec'd full leather and 18 ways, again looking for that elevated interior experience.

[@Rennthusiast]

I feel like I found the middle ground. I have a couple of air cooled 911’s so for a truly raw experience I have that option.

[@BijanIzadi]

I don’t know, something about those Exclusive Manufaktur wheels gets me. They are so simple and look good

[@Rennthusiast]

I saw them in person and actually liked them much better than on the configurator. In a way I would have liked to order them but I like the standard wheels enough to make the cost not worth it to me at all.

[@geneberry5528]

I have a 911 T on order. Config freeze date is 5/7/24. I'm trying to decide whether to leave the sport seats plus backrest shells as is (dark grey) or change them to interior color or leather, but am having trouble finding a picture of the standard dark grey to see what they look like. Any thoughts/help would be appreciated.

[@Rennthusiast]

Maybe you can get a glimpse somewhere in this video: m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaqsqmerm9mafJo

[@xinquisitor666x]

Thanks for the video. Is there any way to get the dash board stitching without going for the 6900 package? I dont think so. Also any thoughts on guards red? I have a metallic green now or whatever its called but would love to get a red one. Even though ppl smirk at that color.

[@Rennthusiast]

Need leather for deviated stitching. Guards looks good on these cars. No smirking from me. Here’s my GR Spyder: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6SnoZeeip1rh68si=VfzsJhOwM61eMEb_

[@xinquisitor666x]

@Rennthusiast great car the spyder. I have a 99 986 lol. What do you think about aerokit for the T. I love how the wing looks on a Guards red car. Also, how comfortable are the buckets for commuting? I don't care about getting in and out but comfort is important as I will commute to work twice a week for 2 hrs each way. Thanks a lot!

[@johngenis344]

Didn't you put the colored lights I'm sorry but they're beautiful

[@gc-yk9ev]

What was total build cost? (KZbin “next video” ads blocked my final 15 seconds of screen).

[@DeanHerback]

I don't think he showed it, I couldn't see it either

[@diegodivers]

Great build and congrats to your unique T. It is a good approach to fallow your wants and demands without taking much care about reselling it. I put for instance the rear seats back in. I know that I am hardly using them, but I think it just looks better. The 6.5 kg I can safe elsewhere . I also put Bose in. On this one I was really not sure because it also adds another 5kg. My thinking was, when the standard audio will not satisfy me, I will notice it every time I drive the cat. I think this will be also an advantage, if I want to sell the car one day. Another one that made me scratching my head was rear axle steering. I was debating it back and forwards. It sure adds some flavor and speed in high speed cornering (and it is easier to park) to the car driving manners and I already know it from GT3 Touring, but I came to the conclusion that maybe this is not part of the philosophy of this car, where it is more about driving enjoyment on real roads than track records. When they put out of the S\T to safe weight and giving more unfiltered driving experience I knew my decision was right for me. This saves me another 12 kg and maybe some day some expensive repair bills. I would love to have the glass sunroof, but 20kg on top of the car, that was just to much. I whish there would have been more colors to chose from beside the incredibly over priced paint to sample palette. Mine ended up jet black. Everybody has his own preferences! I hope you get your car soon and will enjoy every mile with it.

[@cp4512]

Looks great. Hope you don’t get hit too hard with the depreciation on this.

[@Rennthusiast]

Probably will but that’s ok. I’m going to keep it for the foreseeable future so not too worried about it. Frankly I overbuilt it financially so I’m going in eyes wide open.

[@G82JOE]

I believe that you selected Back Seats $0? That was to include a back seat! It comes Standard with no back seats

[@Xonxon168]

is the pdk that bad? my lock day is coming in couple days. Sunroof and tranmission choices had make me neevous. I am leaning toward pdk on my SB T.

[@Rennthusiast]

Depends on your intent for the car and driving preference. The philosophy of the T is a driver-focused 911 so manual makes more sense…but like all things Porsche, do what makes you happy, not what others think is good.

[@Hulley29]

Ok, (steps on soap box) I'm gonna be that guy, Why get a "T" if you're gonna spec all that heavy crap, just get a "S" and be done with it? You even mentioned "gotta have a manual with a "T". We all know you keep these short term and as someone who is planning on purchasing a "T" next year, I would never consider this build (steps down from soap box). Love the channel, love seeing all the 911/Caymans you buy and your perspective, good luck and enjoy the ride. *thumb up

[@Rennthusiast]

Thanks! And glad you commented honestly. My 2 cents… Sounds like you and I are on the same page…we both want builds that appeal to us individually. Fortunately we can both build them the way we want. I made this one in alignment with my ownership objective of comfort, a special interior and for sure a driver-focused model (T vs S). My choices just happen to be different than the ones you’d make. Now….contrary to popular opinion, I don’t buy my cars with resale in mind. I buy what I like and I have been told that if you’re thinking about your exit on the way in, when buying the 911, it’s not the right car for you. For sure I’ve turned a lot of cars on this channel but at the same time it’s been a little like Goldilocks…trying to find the ones that are “just right” for me. And, at this point, I’m in a place with my little 4 car collection that I’m happy with it and I don’t see myself selling any of them anytime soon. Gorgeous meteor grey 86, highly original Grand Prix white 993, rare 981 Spyder that is an absolute BLAST…and then this T. Well rounded and special bunch. “Heavy crap” - you’re probably adding back 100 - 110 lbs. 60 for the 18 way seats, 40/50 lbs for the sunroof. Ok, not exactly lightweight choices but choices that will hopefully enhance my enjoyment of the car. Hope you find the T you’re looking for next year, and thanks for watching and for commenting 🙏🏼

[@Hulley29]

@@Rennthusiast I guess I got distracted, I thought you were adding rear axel steer too. Good luck, the 992 is amazing.

[@amacklin6]

So what is the final price on this thing? I didn’t see it at the end. Also, hopefully you are paying MSRP with your buddy being the GM but can you confirm if you’re paying ADM or not?

[@Rennthusiast]

I left the price out bc I felt like that wasn’t really the point of the video. It’s right at $150 though. I’m paying sticker, nothing extra.

[@JuanLopez-oz9kh]

I did my T without options with PDK, will be a Track car only. I will be removing the entire interior to add the cage.

[@unclebob4964]

Nicely done….. Just a comment on seats….you didn’t want buckets because of the “bolster.” I have 2 Porsche models…..a 2017 Macan with 18 ways…..and a 2023 911 with 14 ways. A friend of mine’s scrot is STILL snagged on the bolster of my Macan !! 18 ways are really nice….very snug “not going anywhere” fit…..but they have bolsters and there is NOTHING any adjustments will do to change it !! The 14 ways are just all-around a bit easier to use on a daily basis. Obviously, that’s my experience.

[@Rennthusiast]

Picked my T up last week and I know what you mean…but these 18’s will be much easier to climb in and out of than the Lwb’s…there’s no doubt for me this was the right choice

[@unclebob4964]

@@Rennthusiast excellent….and congrats !!! I really do like my 18’s…..it was just a funny….and damned near the truth on my friend ! I’ve done several trips between my home in Oregon and San Francisco in the Macan. ( didn’t have my 911 allocation yet ! ) The trips were very comfortable ( 5 08-180 ) and I would put them in the Macan again. The 911 is my daily…..so the 14’s are just a bit easier for an old man ! Enjoy !!

[@kevin_24x7]

How many months did you own the 991 before selling?

[@Rennthusiast]

I think like 5 months maybe.

[@echin01]

What’s your estimated delivery? I placed my 4GTS order in August, and I’m looking at late January. Was the aero kit an option? Is that only available for GTS?

[@Rennthusiast]

November Yes but I didn’t do it

[@denalisiomontpellier4064]

Yikes, a 992 with no PCCB, no awd and not even 400 hp. I wouldn't change it with my 2017 991.2 4S even if they'd put 20k on top.

[@kair7369]

Were you able to get it at MSRP or did you have to pay ADM? Dealers in So Cal are currently asking $20k ADM :(

[@Rennthusiast]

Yes, MSRP.

[@ES175jazz]

were you able to get a discount from the list price? thanks!

[@Rennthusiast]

No.

[@user-su6jn5ef9n]

So how long is the wait time ? And final price ? Great confirmation!

[@Rennthusiast]

Early November. Right around $150.

[@marios_gavrilis]

haha I went almost completely opposite with my spec on my 992 T than you :-P PDK, no loud color, no RAS, full on Matrix Headlights (never save money on the best light system you can get on ANY car, I was advised, and I very much agree), backseats back in, 4way adjustable seats totally enough, no sunroof. But yeah, other than that: nice spec! Congrats! :)

[@marios_gavrilis]

Oh... if you can still make changes on the car: def go for the race text wheel. Do not worry about living with it. I can tell from the video you really want it. I would never ever NOT opt for an alcantara / race tex wheel. So follow your heart and do it ;)

[@Rennthusiast]

@marios_gavrilis way too late…the car is 7 days out 😄 I have Race Tex in another Porsche I own so I can scratch the itch that way. Thanks for watching and for commenting 🙏🏼

[@marios_gavrilis]

Enjoy!@@Rennthusiast

[@thedudeabides1443]

Agree with your comments about the standard dash. It’s totally unacceptable for a car north of $100k to have a plastic dash like a Honda Accord. Porsche even put these in their $500k 911 R’s! Embarrassing.

[@Rennthusiast]

That’s crazy Full leather should be standard. At least on all trims over base