Cayman GTS 4.0 - Page 141

wdc330i · 12-20-2022, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dan

email??!!!!

Now THAT is the literal worst

lip277 · 12-20-2022, 10:34 PM

For anything I want a record of - I really hate phone calls. Because - after the call, I then send an email with what we just discussed (so there is a record of the activity).

Sometimes - just going straight to emails (or texts - maybe.....) is better for simple things.
But - yeah - if there is a bit of 'back and forth' where decisions are needing to be made that then impact other things and then more decisions are needed and so on - yeah... The call is probably better - LOL - and then followed up with an email wrapping it all up for posterity.... That's my angle anyway.

John V · 12-21-2022, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lip277

For anything I want a record of - I really hate phone calls. Because - after the call, I then send an email with what we just discussed (so there is a record of the activity).

Sometimes - just going straight to emails (or texts - maybe.....) is better for simple things.
But - yeah - if there is a bit of 'back and forth' where decisions are needing to be made that then impact other things and then more decisions are needed and so on - yeah... The call is probably better - LOL - and then followed up with an email wrapping it all up for posterity.... That's my angle anyway.

Yeah, I prefer e-mail because it's an easily searchable record. Texts are just annoying.

FC · 12-23-2022, 06:21 PM

Well, I found an allocation. As expected, it's complicated.

I am told all Euro delivery slots are taken until September. The allocation I found is for March. So I either take this allocation and forgo Euro Delivery, or wait and roll the dice that an allocation suitable for ED opens up in time. I think I'll take the sure, sooner thing.

I've actually been worrying that Euro Delivery could expose an unprotected car to damage and drama, and if it's September or later, I could miss out on good weather for driving in Europe and definitely will miss good weather in the US. A March build should get me a car stateside sometime in the Summer, one would think.

We'll have to do the drive on the Cote d'Azur in a rental some other time.

Unsurprisingly, there is some ADM, but it is quite small, all things considered. And my wife is more than happy to it pay to shut me up. I need to work out the details to see if there is other fine print that will jack up the price.

Finally, this is through very far away dealer (they reached out to me based on a rennlist post I made), so I'd need to arrange Atlanta delivery. I could make it a weekend out of driving it back with my wife.

Anything I should ask or confirm before I tentatively agree to this?

dan · 12-23-2022, 07:21 PM

I would just want to know every single add-on to the price outside of MSRP.

ADM is one thing—what about other “doc fees”? Will you be required to buy a “ceramic coating” that they apply?

SCA · 12-23-2022, 07:54 PM

FC, why not do the Porsche delivery experience if you have to travel to Atlanta? I have heard nothing but amazing things. Definitely look into it and give it some consideration. Edit: Unless that is what you were speaking about to begin with.

FC · 12-23-2022, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCA

FC, why not do the Porsche delivery experience if you have to travel to Atlanta? I have heard nothing but amazing things. Definitely look into it and give it some consideration. Edit: Unless that is what you were speaking about to begin with.

Yes, that is what I was talking about.

FC · 12-23-2022, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dan

I would just want to know every single add-on to the price outside of MSRP.

ADM is one thing—what about other “doc fees”? Will you be required to buy a “ceramic coating” that they apply?

Right. That’s exactly what I asked about.

JST · 12-23-2022, 09:48 PM

Cool! Make sure they hook you up with track your dream, which is a dumb name but a helpful way to confirm that the order is in and correct.

If it’s a remote dealer, presumably they won’t insist on installing Xpel or whatever, but I’d confirm that.

The drive up from Atlanta is going to be neat, but if you’re going to do Xpel or similar you probably want to find a place that can do it there.

And I would definitely take the earlier slot.

FC · 12-23-2022, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JST

Cool! Make sure they hook you up with track your dream, which is a dumb name but a helpful way to confirm that the order is in and correct.

If it’s a remote dealer, presumably they won’t insist on installing Xpel or whatever, but I’d confirm that.

The drive up from Atlanta is going to be neat, but if you’re going to do Xpel or similar you probably want to find a place that can do it there.

And I would definitely take the earlier slot.

Right, I was thinking about arranging for xpel to be done there.

Everything would be easier and cheaper if a plan a work trip to atl at the time. But if my wife comes, the logistics get trickier as far as waiting there for a day or two. Smaller details.

I do wonder if the PEC (Porche Experience Center) can hook me up with a reputable xpel installer.

12-20-2022, 10:34 PM	#1402
lip277 The old cranky SOB.... Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: several cars... way too many.... Location: Near Seattle Posts: 4,798	For anything I want a record of - I really hate phone calls. Because - after the call, I then send an email with what we just discussed (so there is a record of the activity). Sometimes - just going straight to emails (or texts - maybe.....) is better for simple things. But - yeah - if there is a bit of 'back and forth' where decisions are needing to be made that then impact other things and then more decisions are needed and so on - yeah... The call is probably better - LOL - and then followed up with an email wrapping it all up for posterity.... That's my angle anyway. __________________ *Kevin* 1970 2800CS - - 2001 740iL - - 2006 997.1 - - 2012 Escalade 1968 Mustang GT Convertible - - 2003 Ford F250 PSD - - 1985 728i

12-23-2022, 06:21 PM	#1404
FC Solving problems Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: M5 / 718 GTS / Cooper S / GTI / LR4 Location: Metro Boston Posts: 25,265	Well, I found an allocation. As expected, it's complicated. I am told all Euro delivery slots are taken until September. The allocation I found is for March. So I either take this allocation and forgo Euro Delivery, or wait and roll the dice that an allocation suitable for ED opens up in time. I think I'll take the sure, sooner thing. I've actually been worrying that Euro Delivery could expose an unprotected car to damage and drama, and if it's September or later, I could miss out on good weather for driving in Europe and definitely will miss good weather in the US. A March build should get me a car stateside sometime in the Summer, one would think. We'll have to do the drive on the Cote d'Azur in a rental some other time. Unsurprisingly, there is some ADM, but it is quite small, all things considered. And my wife is more than happy to it pay to shut me up. I need to work out the details to see if there is other fine print that will jack up the price. Finally, this is through very far away dealer (they reached out to me based on a rennlist post I made), so I'd need to arrange Atlanta delivery. I could make it a weekend out of driving it back with my wife. Anything I should ask or confirm before I tentatively agree to this? Last edited by FC; 12-23-2022 at 06:31 PM.

12-23-2022, 07:21 PM	#1405
dan redefined Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 14,896	I would just want to know every single add-on to the price outside of MSRP. ADM is one thing—what about other “doc fees”? Will you be required to buy a “ceramic coating” that they apply? __________________ "There's a freedom you begin to feel the closer you get to Austin, Texas." -Willie

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12-23-2022, 07:54 PM	#1406
SCA Jaded Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 9,049	FC, why not do the Porsche delivery experience if you have to travel to Atlanta? I have heard nothing but amazing things. Definitely look into it and give it some consideration. Edit: Unless that is what you were speaking about to begin with.

12-23-2022, 09:48 PM	#1409
JST 195 Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 24,611	Cool! Make sure they hook you up with track your dream, which is a dumb name but a helpful way to confirm that the order is in and correct. If it’s a remote dealer, presumably they won’t insist on installing Xpel or whatever, but I’d confirm that. The drive up from Atlanta is going to be neat, but if you’re going to do Xpel or similar you probably want to find a place that can do it there. And I would definitely take the earlier slot.