How Long Does It Take to Order a Panamera?
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Customizing a Panamera, from the manufacturer starting production to delivering it to the dealership and then the owner picking it up, generally takes about six months. In terms of body dimensions: the length, width, and height are 5049/1937/1423mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2950mm. Specifically, the Turismo version stands at 1428mm in height, while the Executive Long Wheelbase version is also 1428mm tall but with a wheelbase extended to 3100mm. Interior-wise: The Porsche Panamera's cabin has undergone a comprehensive redesign while retaining Porsche's signature characteristics. The dashboard rises towards the front of the car, featuring a flatter and significantly wider instrument cluster with the analog tachometer positioned centrally. The control concept has been upgraded accordingly, incorporating a glass-look center console and more user-friendly 12-inch touch-sensitive buttons. Powertrain options include: a 2.9L V6 twin-turbo engine, a 3.0L V6 twin-turbo engine, and a 4.0L V8 twin-turbo engine, all paired with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I customized that Panamera I ordered earlier, and it took a total of five months from placing the order to picking up the car. The key factor is the configuration you choose—if it's a standard model that happens to be in stock or on its way to the port, it can be done in as little as two or three weeks. But for something like my Turbo S with carbon fiber interior and sport exhaust, you’ll have to patiently wait for production scheduling at the German factory. I recommend clarifying the allocation situation with your salesperson in advance. Although the chip shortage has eased, some popular optional extras are still causing delays. Last week, a friend of mine had to wait an extra month and a half just because he insisted on the Burmester sound system. Ordering during peak season is even more tedious—Porsche Centers are swamped with orders in June and July, and waiting six months is normal. If you’re in a hurry, keep an eye on dealer inventory lists; occasionally, you might snag a canceled order with your desired specs.
Currently, ordering a base Panamera typically takes at least three months, mainly divided into two scenarios: if you pick up a dealer's in-stock vehicle, you might drive it home in as little as two weeks with some luck; if you opt for personalized customization, be prepared to wait patiently. The fastest case I've encountered was modifying wheels and brakes on an inventory car, which took just one month. The slow end can be agonizing—last year, when ordering an Executive Long-Wheelbase version for my boss with night vision and rear-axle steering, it dragged on for five months. The real time-consumer is the ocean shipping phase—German factory production takes six weeks, while the rest is all logistics time crossing oceans, with customs clearance often stuck for two weeks. Before placing an order, advise your salesperson to check the production schedule to avoid major German factory holidays like Christmas. Also, don’t underestimate color choices—special paints require three extra weeks of drying compared to standard metallic finishes.
