Lot 12824: 2021 Porsche 911 Carrera S

The Carrera S is absolutely worth the upgrade over the base 911 — here’s why:

The Performance Gap is Real

• Carrera S: 443 hp / 390 lb-ft (this car)
• Base Carrera: 379 hp / 331 lb-ft
• That’s 64 extra horsepower from the same 3.0L twin-turbo flat-six

What You Get for the Money Looking at 2021 models currently on the market:

• Base Carrera: ~$116K–$130K
• Carrera S: ~$122K–$150K

The S commands roughly a $15K–$25K premium, but you get:

• Wider rear tires and track
• Larger brake rotors
• Quicker 0-60 (3.3s with Sport Chrono vs ~4.0s)
• Better resale value — the S holds its value better long-term

This Specific Car At $144,880 with only 12,295 miles and both the Sport Package (Sport Chrono, launch control) and Premium Package (heated/ventilated seats, BOSE, keyless), you’re getting a well-optioned example right in the sweet spot of the market. That Python Green doesn’t hurt either — it’s a $3K+ paint option that’s legitimately rare.

Bottom Line: If you plan to drive spiritedly even occasionally, the S is money well spent. The base Carrera is sublime, but the S transforms the 911 from “fast enough” to properly fast. For enthusiasts, the upgrade pays dividends every time you nail the throttle.

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