Lot 3350: 2017 Porsche 911 Turbo S

Great question! Both are phenomenal cars, but there are some key differences that might sway your decision.

Performance: The Turbo S packs 580 hp versus the regular Turbo’s 540 hp. That translates to a 0-60 time of 2.8 seconds for the S (with launch control) versus 2.9 seconds for the standard Turbo, and a higher top speed of 205 mph versus 198 mph. The S also gets larger turbochargers.

Key Equipment: The Turbo S comes standard with Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) and Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) – about $10,000+ in equipment that you’d pay extra for on a regular Turbo. The PCCB system is 50% lighter than steel brakes, which really helps with handling and agility. The S also gets 20-inch Turbo S center-lock wheels as standard.

Market Reality: Based on Classic.com data, 991.2 Turbo S coupes are currently averaging around $162k, while regular Turbos are closer to $126k – about a $35k difference. The Turbo S has significantly higher sell-through rates (73% versus 50%), which suggests stronger demand in the secondary market. There are also more Turbo S examples available (152 total listings versus 57 for the regular Turbo), giving you more options to shop.

The Turbo S is essentially the “fully-loaded” version from the factory. If you’re looking at this specific Gulf Blue example you’re chatting about, it’s got some rare Paint to Sample options and under 16k miles – that’s a pretty special car at $249,995. The regular Turbo is still a 540hp monster that’s more comfortable and refined than most sports cars on the road, so if you’re not tracking it regularly and want to save $30k+, it’s a solid choice.

You can browse more options in each market here:

• 991.2 Turbo S Coupe market
• 991.2 Turbo Coupe market

What’s driving your decision – are you planning to track it, or is this more of a spirited daily driver situation? I can help you find some comparable examples of either to look at.