Considering buying a Cayman, advice sought please
Discussion
Hi,
I know I will be shunned for life from the Caterham and TVR Clubs, but I’m really keen on buying a Porsche Cayman. Don’t worry, I’ve not gone mad, the TVR and Caterham won’t be sold, this will be a semi practical daily driver (I like the way I can fit a roof rack to the Cayman!)
So, some advice is sought, if I may. Is the Cayman a viable option? The car will be a daily driver for me, although I will occasionally take one of my other cars to work. How practical is the Cayman? What’s the boot space like? I’m thinking I could transport my kayak(s) or bikes with the roof bars, but I’m wondering if there’s enough space inside for all the paraphernalia that goes with the respective activities.
What’s the fuel consumption like and are they suited to shortish journeys? I work 6 miles from home, so it should be enough time for it to warm up. It’s a 40mph road, usually free flowing as I’m out in the countryside.
Finally, which engine and model year should I be looking at? I am fully aware that car tax is a small cost in the grand scheme of ownership, but getting a pre 06 car will save me about £250 each year in tax, and I do have a few cars to tax, so it makes a difference! Is there any difference between a 55 plate car and an 06 onwards car? I’m keen on the 3.4. Anything I should be aware of with this engine? I know that there were issues with the 3.2, were they rectified with the 3.4? Is the 2.7 worth considering?
One thing that is worth bearing in mind, is that I will most likely rent the car out occasionally. I rent out the Caterham and TVR (as well as some other cars), so it would make sense to add the Cayman too. Budget is around £16k. I like this one which is local to me...
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...
Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Dan
I know I will be shunned for life from the Caterham and TVR Clubs, but I’m really keen on buying a Porsche Cayman. Don’t worry, I’ve not gone mad, the TVR and Caterham won’t be sold, this will be a semi practical daily driver (I like the way I can fit a roof rack to the Cayman!)
So, some advice is sought, if I may. Is the Cayman a viable option? The car will be a daily driver for me, although I will occasionally take one of my other cars to work. How practical is the Cayman? What’s the boot space like? I’m thinking I could transport my kayak(s) or bikes with the roof bars, but I’m wondering if there’s enough space inside for all the paraphernalia that goes with the respective activities.
What’s the fuel consumption like and are they suited to shortish journeys? I work 6 miles from home, so it should be enough time for it to warm up. It’s a 40mph road, usually free flowing as I’m out in the countryside.
Finally, which engine and model year should I be looking at? I am fully aware that car tax is a small cost in the grand scheme of ownership, but getting a pre 06 car will save me about £250 each year in tax, and I do have a few cars to tax, so it makes a difference! Is there any difference between a 55 plate car and an 06 onwards car? I’m keen on the 3.4. Anything I should be aware of with this engine? I know that there were issues with the 3.2, were they rectified with the 3.4? Is the 2.7 worth considering?
One thing that is worth bearing in mind, is that I will most likely rent the car out occasionally. I rent out the Caterham and TVR (as well as some other cars), so it would make sense to add the Cayman too. Budget is around £16k. I like this one which is local to me...
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2014...
Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Dan
Actus Reus said:
Lots of questions, but, briefly:
That age of 3.4 has reported issues. How common they are is a matter of conjecture, but if the bores are scored, it's damn expensive to fix. I'd recommend using a dealer if you can to make sure it's either got a warranty or
55 plate will be cheaper road tax I think, by £200 or so?
They are great great cars, with good luggage space, but a kayak on the roof? Blimey, not sure that's quite feasible - either way the paddle might be a bit of a push in the cabin unless they break in two?
For daily work I think the 2.7 is worth looking at myself - I had a 3.4 and it's certainly quicker, but for a daily, the 2.7 is plenty quick enough.
To avoid problems with the engine the gen 2 car (58 plate on) is perhaps a better bet, but will cost a goodly amount more.
Love the colour and the wheels of the car you link to, but spec is otherwise very basic indeed.
Thanks for the info. Budget won't stretch to a later car. I'm also keen on going back to the Z4M, but there are no roof bar options on the Coupe which is annoying. That age of 3.4 has reported issues. How common they are is a matter of conjecture, but if the bores are scored, it's damn expensive to fix. I'd recommend using a dealer if you can to make sure it's either got a warranty or
55 plate will be cheaper road tax I think, by £200 or so?
They are great great cars, with good luggage space, but a kayak on the roof? Blimey, not sure that's quite feasible - either way the paddle might be a bit of a push in the cabin unless they break in two?
For daily work I think the 2.7 is worth looking at myself - I had a 3.4 and it's certainly quicker, but for a daily, the 2.7 is plenty quick enough.
To avoid problems with the engine the gen 2 car (58 plate on) is perhaps a better bet, but will cost a goodly amount more.
Love the colour and the wheels of the car you link to, but spec is otherwise very basic indeed.
I've read that the Cayman has a roof load of 75kg!! Pretty good!
I managed to get two 20kg kayaks on the roof of my Clio....
PS. I have browsed this dealer's stock a few times in the past, and seen they have this... http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/p...
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