New Wheels: '12 911 Turbo S or '10 Continental GT Speed?

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 11:07 AM

I'm looking into another set of wheels to add to the collection and can't decide between the Porsche or the Bentley. Both have pros and cons, one is stupid fast and the other is well...a Bentley.

Always wanted a Bentley, the one I wanted was sold before I could grab it. These two are the same price slot and both in great shape from the same dealer, and both are priced very well.

Anyone have any experience with either? A big plus for the Conti is it works with my Vag-com so I can diagnose and oil change myself.

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**Audibot** · 05-05-2016 11:22 AM

While I love the Porsche, I don't think it'll turn as many heads as the Bentley. At least not when I'm driving...

**LINDW4LL** · 05-05-2016 11:25 AM

Do you have anything else in your stable at the moment besides the RS?

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 11:30 AM

Originally Posted by LINDW4LL

Do you have anything else in your stable at the moment besides the RS?

My '01 Passat, the trooper and 'ol reliable.

**ENV²** · 05-05-2016 11:32 AM

Status = Bentley

Better driver's car with better reliability = Porsche

**LINDW4LL** · 05-05-2016 11:45 AM

The Turbo makes for a great GT car- plenty comfortable while having ridiculous power and performance. A family friend has a Continental GT and it's amazing, but I prefer more of a driver's car at the stage I'm at in life.

The coupe to convertible comparison makes the choice a bit more complicated though.

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 01:02 PM

Originally had my eyes on a Conti Supersports which is a beast of a car and fits the balance of the two, now I have a tough decision between these two.
It's not urgent that I get a car but for what they're asking and the condition/options I'm compelled to try and choose.

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**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 01:08 PM

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**sshah** · 05-05-2016 01:14 PM

What's the budget?

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**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 01:16 PM

Mine or what they're going for?

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**sshah** · 05-05-2016 01:22 PM

Originally Posted by JoeyManhattan

Mine or what they're going for?

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Your budget - maybe some other nice options out there

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 01:24 PM

Well, I was intending on 136k originally but that was above and beyond only because of how badly I wanted the SS. Now I'll stay around 115k.

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**Kambesama** · 05-05-2016 01:35 PM

Originally Posted by JoeyManhattan

Well, I was intending on 136k originally but that was above and beyond only because of how badly I wanted the SS. Now I'll stay around 115k.

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Why not an R8?? Stay in the 4 ring realm :)
That is unless your pretty set on one of the 2 listed above?

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 01:53 PM

Originally Posted by Kambesama

Why not an R8?? Stay in the 4 ring realm :)
That is unless your pretty set on one of the 2 listed above?

I was looking to branch out, but I suppose I could take a look around.

**maybachgt** · 05-05-2016 02:08 PM

Hold out for a SuperSport with the Veyron seats! https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...8198/overview/

**sshah** · 05-05-2016 02:18 PM

Originally Posted by JoeyManhattan

I was looking to branch out, but I suppose I could take a look around.

jaguar F type R or AMG GT S used. f type R used can be had for 75-80k and AMG GT S should fall to 115. Those cars give you new technology and way better looks IMO. And a warranty =}

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-05-2016 02:19 PM

Here's the one I eyed up:

The seats had white "linen" alcantera inserts and door cards. It had all of the optional extras too.

The buckets have to be adjusted to the driver and are non-height adjustable and apparently not too comfortable.

I'd opt for the standard massaging seat option.

The NAIM sound system

Preferably GTC since they left the rear seats in.

Even better if its a 2012 with the newer Nav.

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**Peter1.8t** · 05-05-2016 02:35 PM

Bentleys are nice. My dad sold off his 911's and bought Flying Spur. Getting older he wanted a comfy cruiser. I've driven it a couple times now, while not as quick as my rs4 it definitely does not lack any torque. Big car just eats up the road, ample room for all passengers, very quiet inside as well.

**ad2330** · 05-06-2016 09:57 AM

Originally Posted by JoeyManhattan

I was looking to branch out, but I suppose I could take a look around.

I think that's wise.

You can pick up a very nicely optioned V10 for that money.

**WinterRunner** · 05-06-2016 10:14 AM

Just get a V10 R8....

**Kambesama** · 05-06-2016 11:20 AM

Originally Posted by WinterRunner

Just get a V10 R8....

Everyone tellinh you to stay in the fam haha. Though it won't be RS4 it'll still be Audi.

**sshah** · 05-08-2016 09:50 AM

Bad advice - pay that much money for new tech and a newer car.

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**Sales@DriveAuto** · 05-09-2016 06:22 AM

R8 V10 and then bring it to us for an ESS Supercharger. Speed and handling of the 997TTS, head turning ability of the Bentley. And it's really, really fast.

**Cicatrix** · 05-09-2016 07:46 AM

Originally Posted by Sales@DriveAuto

R8 V10 and then bring it to us for an ESS Supercharger. Speed and handling of the 997TTS, head turning ability of the Bentley. And it's really, really fast.

And we have a winner. haha

**iparatroop** · 05-09-2016 08:08 AM

Originally Posted by Sales@DriveAuto

R8 V10 and then bring it to us for an ESS Supercharger. Speed and handling of the 997TTS, head turning ability of the Bentley. And it's really, really fast.

Sounds like he wants to sponsor a part of the build and foot some of the bill. I like his style.

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**WinterRunner** · 05-09-2016 08:17 AM

^ LOve it

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-09-2016 10:06 AM

Originally Posted by Sales@DriveAuto

R8 V10 and then bring it to us for an ESS Supercharger. Speed and handling of the 997TTS, head turning ability of the Bentley. And it's really, really fast.

Define really, really fast...

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-17-2016 12:11 PM

Well I've been coerced away from the beautiful winged 'B' and towards a Porsche GT4...something I can sink my teeth into without a doubt.

**RAudi Driver** · 05-21-2016 01:54 PM

^There ya go. Much better option.

The bentley just screams I have more money than you and if you don't , well then.... it's kind of a poser move. I'm in Hollywood and the only people who have those are the uber rich. If you aren't clearing some major stamps, it's not a good look. Don't get me wrong, it's an amazing car and I'd love to drive one, it's just I'd be the laughing stock of all my peers as I'm not rich.

**JoeyManhattan** · 05-22-2016 10:40 AM

Originally Posted by RAudi Driver

^There ya go. Much better option.

The bentley just screams I have more money than you and if you don't , well then.... it's kind of a poser move. I'm in Hollywood and the only people who have those are the uber rich. If you aren't clearing some major stamps, it's not a good look. Don't get me wrong, it's an amazing car and I'd love to drive one, it's just I'd be the laughing stock of all my peers as I'm not rich.

Honestly don't care if I can't afford to buy a new one cash, I see them as beautiful cars that are built to a standard unsurpassed. I appreciate what they are and that is why one day I will buy one, couldn't care less about what other people think.
I'm in this life for my happiness, if someone wants to mock me for enjoying it, well as Chef once put it: "Fudge 'em".