[jamesinaz]

I just returned from the Porsche dealer. I test drove both a base Macan and an S version.

First the base - really this is a well designed and fun vehicle. it is the right size for me and it gives amazing confidence driving it. Very solid and very balanced. I could definitely be happy owning one of these.

Now the S - screw the base HECK YEAH. Same car but way bettah. Pretty sure I will own one of these in the next few weeks. Just waiting for the test drive to wear off and decide which one they have to ask for a price on.

Compared to the GLC and X3 the Macan is a sports car versus sedans. Night and day. Yup, more expensive but it is the superior vehicle IMO.

[GTF]

Yep....thought so...
Here was mine:

[Funf6cyl]

Originally Posted by GTF

Yep....thought so...
Here was mine:

Looks great! I have owned 3 Macans (two S’ and one GTS) and likely to buy another - a GTS or turbo.

I’ve also owned two GLC63S AMG Coule Edition1 1’s.

If anyone needs a superb discount on a Porsche of any kind, I am happy to share my contact (he’s in PA). You will not find a better price.

[Funf6cyl]

Originally Posted by jstein55

How would you compare your GLC63 to the GTS?

The GLC63S coupe was a beast. Lots of torque, gobs of power and felt special with the AMG buckets. It rode pretty harshly, and felt like a big car.

The Macan GTS was like a 911 on stilts - the handling and feel was just on point. It’s engine and exhaust note were great, albeit different than the AMG. The steering was fantastic, ride was superb, and quality was a notch above.

Both really great cars, but I’d buy the GTS 9 times out of 10.

[chassis]

Originally Posted by jstein55

Thanks. I do love the Macan, and it definitely does some things better than the GLC, but that AMG V8 really is something. Merc is making a bold move going down in cylinders in the C63, that V8 is really is their hallmark and why someone would really want an AMG over an M, RS, etc.

I'll have to get a GTS test drive once production resumes further as they are still lacking at dealers. I plan on probably getting Boxster 4.0 down the road as well so I always like to have a nice variety in the garage. Luckily have a good amount of time till my lease is up to make a decision.

jstein55 Where is the information that M-B is changing the number of cylinders on the C63?

[jamesinaz]

Originally Posted by jstein55

Let's hope your choice will stick this time Going to go for a new one off the lot, used, or custom order?

Hey, I respect that comment. I AM indecisive this purchase.

I expect to go off the lot. I am now trying to decide if I am willing to own a black car. The one(s) with all the options and interior I want both come in black. And it is a beautiful metallic black also. Have to decide if I'm willing to wash a car more often than once a decade.

I'm sleeping on it and awaiting his next email. The salesman is a pro and I know I'll get a follow up email in a few days. When he does I'll see what price they can do as I'll know if I'm willing to live in a black car by then. MSRP is right around $77K and based on what I'm reading hearing a reasonable price is about $71.5K. Guessing if I wake up ready to deal with a black car and they do that price I'm in a new car before next weekend and returning my leased BMW early.

Weird the 1.9% interest rate is only for base unit Porsche. Not for the S class. Might just buy it. I am sitting out of the stock market and what the hell.