Ordering a Taycan 4 -- process?

[brec]

New to Taycan; want the affordable <cough> AWD model, i.e., the 4. But it's not here yet. Local dealer says waiting time for a custom-configured factory car is ~5 months. Porsche USA Car Finder show cars that are "Available in May", which I interpret as available in June. But these cars are all in a neighboring USA state, a 2-5 hr. drive from us. Would these cars be already spoken for?

Also, I understand that currently existing models are in relatively low demand and that a significant discount from MSRP should be offered to a dealer. Would this apply to an incoming Taycan 4? Would it apply to a custom factory order?

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[SergeyIndy]

This is a really confusing request. What are you really asking about?

There are a lot used and new Taycans on the lots for sale. This is where the discounts are. Anything incoming or custom built will unlikely command a discount. if you want to save money then look around. if you want something exactly how you want it, then create a custom build and shop around with dealers. We are in the middle of a refresh, so 2025 models are different in many ways that matter to some, but not others. If you find or build something, we can help review it by providing feedback on options.

 

[DerekS]

I would strongly urge finding a lightly used car that's close to your requirements.

You will save a TON, and if it's CPO it has a better warranty than new.

 

[brec]

I would strongly urge finding a lightly used car that's close to your requirements.

You will save a TON, and if it's CPO it has a better warranty than new.

That is the most sensible approach, but one that my wife -- who'll be the primary driver -- would not countenance. I had resigned myself to accepting this unreason. But over the past few days I have taken several opportunities to lovingly point out the impractical implications of her attitude. After seeing your reply, I thought it might be time for a gentle frontal attack. And she relented. So thanks!

I did a nationwide search on finder.porsche.com for 2025 CPO 4S's with the Premium Package -- a requirement; it found 10, of which several are offered at prices that are affordable to us. But all are out of state, at distances ranging from a few hundred miles to half the continent. So now I seek education on the logistics of buying a CPO from a distant dealer. Should I request the assistance of a local dealer? Contact the distant dealer directly? I assume that I will incur a freight charge. And I presume I can hopefully submit a bid below the offering price.

Also I note that all but one the offerings has "0 previous owners" with odometer readings generally in the low-ish four figures. So these must have been owned by the offering dealer and used for demos or by dealer personnel?

 

[DerekS]

That is the most sensible approach, but one that my wife -- who'll be the primary driver -- would not countenance. I had resigned myself to accepting this unreason. But over the past few days I have taken several opportunities to lovingly point out the impractical implications of her attitude. After seeing your reply, I thought it might be time for a gentle frontal attack. And she relented. So thanks!

I did a nationwide search on finder.porsche.com for 2025 CPO 4S's with the Premium Package -- a requirement; it found 10, of which several are offered at prices that are affordable to us. But all are out of state, at distances ranging from a few hundred miles to half the continent. So now I seek education on the logistics of buying a CPO from a distant dealer. Should I request the assistance of a local dealer? Contact the distant dealer directly? I assume that I will incur a freight charge. And I presume I can hopefully submit a bid below the offering price.

Also I note that all but one the offerings has "0 previous owners" with odometer readings generally in the low-ish four figures. So these must have been owned by the offering dealer and used for demos or by dealer personnel?

If they have 0 previous owners, demos seem likely to me.
The most distant car deal I made (2014 Targa 4S CPO) was about 300 miles away, so I was still able to examine the car and close the deal in person. I will say though that CPO cars are held to a pretty high standard.

Depending on your comfort level, you might be able to have someone do a FaceTime walkaround, or get an independent inspection. You can also certainly contact a local Porsche dealer and see if they will do a dealer trade to get the car you want.

I’ve had good relationships with Porsche salespeople who would take down my list of requirements, find me a car, and get it shipped to their location for me to pick up.

Good luck on the hunt!

 

[Tucson_Jim]

I have purchased 4 new and one used car at distances over 1,000 miles from home without a problem (Carrera, Boxster S, Cayenne, C7 Z06). Enclosed shipping ranges from $1500-2500, again without a problem.
The used one was the 2021 Taycan Turbo I now own and I had the dealer do a video walk around, knowing it was under warranty.

Given the soft market for used Taycans, you can definitely negotiate a price below what they’re asking and easily offset transport costs.

Just my two cents.

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