Used Cayenne advice
Discussion
Hi,
I am considering a used Cayenne.Unfortunately due to my budget of £20k it is going to be an older model (which might not be a bad thing in the end).
I'd also appreciate if there was a guide or if anyone had any advice to specific issues that certain models had, and things that may need done at certain mileage points so I know what to look out for.
In terms of specifications and optional extras, is there anything from a mechancial point of view people would consider as a must have? Or if there is anything in particular I should look for specifically overall?
Thanks
I am considering a used Cayenne.Unfortunately due to my budget of £20k it is going to be an older model (which might not be a bad thing in the end).
I'd also appreciate if there was a guide or if anyone had any advice to specific issues that certain models had, and things that may need done at certain mileage points so I know what to look out for.
In terms of specifications and optional extras, is there anything from a mechancial point of view people would consider as a must have? Or if there is anything in particular I should look for specifically overall?
Thanks
Thanks all, appreciate the thoughts.
I have been toying with many different things.
FFRR
Cayennes
Q5's
GLC
X5
X5's - Look good on the outside, actually despise the interior. It's highly irrational and having owned a similar age 1 series I found the interior to be disappointing. Can't fault the build quality though.
GLC's etc - Too expensive, but again, don't like the interior.
Q5s - Guess what!
FFRR - For me, hands down best looking, best interior. I'd take this all day every day, however the mad insurance and potential for problems prices are heavily putting me off.
I have somewhat come to the conclusion to wait until the summer, by that point I'll have had a pay rise so will be able to increase the budget by a few k also which may just tip me over the line in terms of getting a good example.
I think for a Cayenne, I'd want a model with specific options based on advice given and from what my own reasearch tells me. My eyes keep wandering back to the FFRR though...
I have been toying with many different things.
FFRR
Cayennes
Q5's
GLC
X5
X5's - Look good on the outside, actually despise the interior. It's highly irrational and having owned a similar age 1 series I found the interior to be disappointing. Can't fault the build quality though.
GLC's etc - Too expensive, but again, don't like the interior.
Q5s - Guess what!
FFRR - For me, hands down best looking, best interior. I'd take this all day every day, however the mad insurance and potential for problems prices are heavily putting me off.
I have somewhat come to the conclusion to wait until the summer, by that point I'll have had a pay rise so will be able to increase the budget by a few k also which may just tip me over the line in terms of getting a good example.
I think for a Cayenne, I'd want a model with specific options based on advice given and from what my own reasearch tells me. My eyes keep wandering back to the FFRR though...
KPB1973 said:
Interesting thoughts. Which engine would you go for in the Rangey? The 4.4d or the 3.0d? Or a petrol?
I assume you are aware of the crank issues with the 3.0d? That was a factor for me in baling out of my Disco. Whilst the Cayenne S might have potential issues with transfer cases, unlike the RR it doesn't total the engine when it goes.
I've had an L322 with the 4.4d and it was a lovely engine (although I did feel the earlier 3.6 had more poke low down) despite issues with minor oil leaks. I can certainly understand the appeal of a L405 from a luxury and wafting perspective compared to a Cayenne.
It would have to be the 4.4V8 as from what I gather and read it seems the more reliable option, but that would come down to insurance costs in the end, which at the minute are obviously crazy. I've also just watched an interview with JLR's director where he basically says they have no plans to retrofit security upgrades to pre-2018 models at the minute as it is more 'challenging'. Then of course you have the potential for problems, which I am mentally toying with. The RR would be everything I want, but sadly the insurance/theft and potential for mechanical issues are somewhat off-putting when you put it all together. I've read a bunch on RR forums about the crankshaft issue, with many threads getting very heated, so I decided that the V8 would be a better option if I do go down that route.I assume you are aware of the crank issues with the 3.0d? That was a factor for me in baling out of my Disco. Whilst the Cayenne S might have potential issues with transfer cases, unlike the RR it doesn't total the engine when it goes.
I've had an L322 with the 4.4d and it was a lovely engine (although I did feel the earlier 3.6 had more poke low down) despite issues with minor oil leaks. I can certainly understand the appeal of a L405 from a luxury and wafting perspective compared to a Cayenne.
A Cayenne does also appeal to me, however from a looks perspective I much prefer the 'newer' models compared to the older ones, but of course these are much more expensive and realistically I can't afford those.
I do like both, but if all was well from a pricing/reliability/security standpoint then the RR would take it for me. I'm still keeping an open mind for others also, but my mind does wander back to RR. It's a tough call to make and I think re-assessing things in a few months time is the right call. If insurance and theft has come down a bit to a reasonable rate, and JLR are actively trying to solve security problems for the pre-2018 models then I may just go for that. Otherwise I'll have to rule it out an that's when Cayenne comes back into the fold. Time will tell!
Also for what it's worth, I got in touch with my local OPC to ask about warranties/
You can get a standalone warranty from Porsche but there is a process..
The limit for applying a warranty is 120k miles / 15 years from the date of first registration.
What we first need to do is a 111 point check at a cost of £299. Anything found to be untoward with the vehicle will then need to be fixed at a cost to yourself before we can apply a warranty as Porsche will only warrant a clean vehicle. Please see warranty costs as follows:
1 Year £1070 + £175 Porsche Assistance (optional)
2 Years £1850 + £285 Porsche Assistance (optional)
3 Years £2750 + £385 Porsche Assistance (optional)
You can get a standalone warranty from Porsche but there is a process..
The limit for applying a warranty is 120k miles / 15 years from the date of first registration.
What we first need to do is a 111 point check at a cost of £299. Anything found to be untoward with the vehicle will then need to be fixed at a cost to yourself before we can apply a warranty as Porsche will only warrant a clean vehicle. Please see warranty costs as follows:
1 Year £1070 + £175 Porsche Assistance (optional)
2 Years £1850 + £285 Porsche Assistance (optional)
3 Years £2750 + £385 Porsche Assistance (optional)
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