r/Panamera

So I bought a 22 E53 2 years ago to replace my C43 as a daily. I needed a replacement, and it was the "best" at the time for the price point. On paper, I should have really enjoyed that car; it had every option, from rapid heating seats to massage to performance exhaust. In reality, driving that car was awful. The transmission was terrible, power delivery was slow, and the suspension was no better than a Chevy Malibu. I realized that I wanted a car that engaged me while driving. The E53 is probably a great car for somebody else, but not me. After sampling a bunch of replacement cars, I found that the Panamera is amazing! The 970 generation interior is perfection. Yes, the infotainment system is dated (no CarPlay), and I don't have massaging seats, but I really look forward to driving.

So yes, I went from a modern Benz to an older Porsche, and I couldn't be happier.

PS - I know a few simple mods can make the car perfect (Carplay, wireless charging, etc)

I recently installed a JB4 tuner on my 2024 Panamera with a 2.9tt. This is my 4th JB4 on various cars, and they have always been excellent. The 976 has a supposed locked ecu, and considering warranty with a full on flash, where the only option was a $4,500 one, I gave the JB4 a shot on the this platform.

Even on the initial +2psi map, I noted a tangible increase in power. Considering the hot weather, I'm carefully moving to the +3psi and will end up with the +4psi map, likely with custom adjustments on map 6.

I'm sending logs to the in-house platform expert at Burger, and for the first time, I'm using Gemini AI to look at logs for additional insights and patterns found in thousands of lines of log data.

Has anyone else used JB4 with the 2.9tt? I'm curious to hear about which maps or custom maps you settled on.

Hi guys, I want to install the ASR valve controller in my car and did not find any video, instructions or diy guide anywhere for 971. There are plenty for 991 and 992 but none for 971.

I tried to do it myself but could not find the way to reach the valve controller on the exhaust tips. Any help please?

Hey all, I’m currently leasing a BMW M440i and I’m looking to jump in to the Porsche world. I was looking at 911’s, but they’re a bit out of my price range right now unfortunately.

Has anybody leased a new or CPO’d one recently? I’ve done some research and found they can lease decently. I would like to stick with leasing because I get bored with cars after a few years.

Any help is appreciated, thanks.

I have a '17 971 4S that's optioned out with under 60k miles. The car was a CPO with Carfax showing a severe accident. I had several independent inspections and none of the shops could tell it was repaired. MMR is $25k, Retail is $38k. Dealer offered $36k. There's an extended warranty in place for the next 2 years or 90k miles, that has a $250 deductible per visit. I have the title.

My 992.2 Carrera will be arriving in 30 days. Contract is $165k MSRP. I'm taking delivery regardless of the trade.

I'm trying to decide if I should keep the Panamera until it's closer to the end of the warranty in 2 years or trade it in now. If I keep it, would 6 months remaining on the warranty still be desirable to a private party or cutting it too close? It's transferable for $250.

I'm not concerned with tax savings and it would be used as a semi-DD.

Thank you.

How can I keep the acoustic sound of speed warning off in a Porche Panamera?

Each time I turn it off, leave the car, and come back to it, the acoustic warning returns, is there a permanent way to keep it off?

Many thanks!

Car would be a 2017/18/19 plate probably with a v6 or v6 hybrid at around 50k miles. I asked question in the taycan sub and everyone was saying make sure you get a warranty or get one already with a warranty. So just want to ask same question here. Is there any tips or recommendations on what to look out for? And what to avoid? Is it a safer bet on stuff not going wrong than the Taycan?

Hello, I’m trying to get an idea of what kind of pricing folks here have paid for Fidelity platinum warranty on a 971 4/4s - if you could share your experience.
And also, where did you purchase and whether you would recommend it?

Thank you!

I have several Porsche dealerships in my area, but most of their used cars are not CPOs. Would it be safe to consider that these cars are more likely to have issues since they aren't CPO certified? They also tend to have a higher sticker price than private sellers; is there any justification for this markup?

I just presume that it would make sense to try to CPO all of their used inventory if possible, as word on the street is to only go CPO if used unless you're handy. Appreciate any advice!

Copper Ruby Metallic was offered as a "Legends" tier color, but not PTS. Was watching this one with an interested friend who wanted to join the club after driving mine... Insane price. These are very quickly becoming modern classics!