Thinking of new Panamera
Discussion
The mrs is expecting and will be handing back her company car in the coming months. I tried a new cayenne but couldn't get excited enough to buy it. I quite like the look of the Panamera. What would be the best model to get? I'm not bothered if diesel and what options are a must. I'm keeping my 911 so would be a straight purchase. Just emailed the local opc salesman to see what new stock is about. Any help/thoughts would be great
The new diesel is a very good drive...I was very surprised with the week I spent with it. Super comfortable, rides well and covers miles effortlessly. Beautifully made and a special place to spend time in. My reference points are fast german petrol barges (RS6/M5) and a string of 911s. I was genuinely surprised by how good it was and the leap diesels have made, and residuals are strong.
Downsides: it's big, very big in fact, and the boot isn't the biggest.
It's different from anything else on the road and I would make sure all the baby clobber fitted and live with it....if only one child. But, I would say at two it becomes quite difficult. I haven't tried/checked, but think the boot would easily take a folded Bugaboo Chameleon sized buggy with soft bags packed around it with luggage blind across top, or without luggage blind there would be more space for soft bags.
It's a lovely car...
PF
Downsides: it's big, very big in fact, and the boot isn't the biggest.
It's different from anything else on the road and I would make sure all the baby clobber fitted and live with it....if only one child. But, I would say at two it becomes quite difficult. I haven't tried/checked, but think the boot would easily take a folded Bugaboo Chameleon sized buggy with soft bags packed around it with luggage blind across top, or without luggage blind there would be more space for soft bags.
It's a lovely car...
PF
PGM said:
DUMBO100 said:
Do not buy the 3.0 D Auto it is absolute pants
Do the opposite, ignore this nonsense!anonymous said:
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Completely agree as we had that as a courtesy car when our Boxster Spyder was in for its service and I was so glad to hand it back. Only benefit I can see is if you want to avoid the congestion charge.Must admit that I was never a fan of the Panemera but it did grow on me. 1st of all we found the car massive but once you are inside them it does kind of shrink around you and become less intimidating.
The car came with gadgets aplenty but really not a gadget person on a car as I have a weight ethos to my vehicles (does anyone really need an electric motor for adjusting the steering wheel!!!). I suspect they are standard but the parking sensors are definitely essential.
If it's mostly motorway miles and fast A roads I can certainly see the appeal of the Panamera although I must admit the boot was slightly disappointing for the size of the vehicle so maybe something to consider if you are changing due to children.
Another Porsche alternative maybe the new Macan?
George
Ps Would love to see a Panemera is a lairy colour as might be a talking point (although I suspect the residuals would really suffer)
Edited by douglasgdmw on Tuesday 11th February 09:00
Edited by douglasgdmw on Tuesday 11th February 09:00
Had the Turbo and loved it... Looks... Performance .....but having driven one, the GTS is on a different level....And this is what I would have next.
Absolutely awesome vehicles which in my experience always get positive responses from the general public.
Sorry can't comment on the diesel or V6.
GTS, GTS.
Absolutely awesome vehicles which in my experience always get positive responses from the general public.
Sorry can't comment on the diesel or V6.
GTS, GTS.
I was lent a 3.0d platinum edition recently while mine was in having a sat nav update.
The thing I remember most is the appalling tyre scrub from the front end when moving slowly with more than 30% lock on.
Enough to completely taint a good car.
But the lasting impressions were, slow, no better on fuel than my 911, and too damn big.
I regularly drive my fathers 3.0d XJ long wheel base and it is easier to park, and it it head and shoulders above a panamera on everything but looks. The interior is in a different league.
I really wanted to like the panamera, but it had too many glaring faults for me. There are much better Luxor barges for the money, but without the Porsche badge
The thing I remember most is the appalling tyre scrub from the front end when moving slowly with more than 30% lock on.
Enough to completely taint a good car.
But the lasting impressions were, slow, no better on fuel than my 911, and too damn big.
I regularly drive my fathers 3.0d XJ long wheel base and it is easier to park, and it it head and shoulders above a panamera on everything but looks. The interior is in a different league.
I really wanted to like the panamera, but it had too many glaring faults for me. There are much better Luxor barges for the money, but without the Porsche badge
I never get why people consider a Panamera over the other luxo barges.
It's mahoosive on the outside although has a relatively small boot. It's so ugly, it even makes the Cayenne look pretty!
The Germans love them and they're quite popular over there, but the Germans also love big buxom women bringing you beer, cheap stone washed denim and avocado bathroom suites!
It's mahoosive on the outside although has a relatively small boot. It's so ugly, it even makes the Cayenne look pretty!
The Germans love them and they're quite popular over there, but the Germans also love big buxom women bringing you beer, cheap stone washed denim and avocado bathroom suites!
Martian O said:
I never get why people consider a Panamera over the other luxo barges.
It's mahoosive on the outside although has a relatively small boot. It's so ugly, it even makes the Cayenne look pretty!
The Germans love them and they're quite popular over there, but the Germans also love big buxom women bringing you beer, cheap stone washed denim and avocado bathroom suites!
I did after having driven them all extensively. Never regretted it in 18000 miles yet even after having a 730d for a few weeks as an accident replacement.It's mahoosive on the outside although has a relatively small boot. It's so ugly, it even makes the Cayenne look pretty!
The Germans love them and they're quite popular over there, but the Germans also love big buxom women bringing you beer, cheap stone washed denim and avocado bathroom suites!
Ignore previous posting, and listen up….The reason people buy the Panamera over other luxobarges (and yes I do own one) is that this Porsche delivers comfort equal to the other makes, and a handling capability which is equal to most sports cars if not better. It is the only car in the market to do this so well.
Make sure to go for one with air suspension, since the difference in ride and handling is really noticeable over the rest, and do not be afraid of the diesel either. It delivers over 40mpg and is swift enough to provide effortless overtaking, especially at higher speeds. The car corners like a Ferrari, especially when placed in sport plus mode, and there will be few merc or bimmer drivers who can keep up, I assure you.
Residuals are strong at least for now, and therefore a good bet is to buy a demo, asking for at least 10-12K off retail. If you go for a used car, the price will be quite high compared to new or demo, so why not have a new or nearly new one? Strongest residuals are with the diesels at this moment.
I have owned mine for nearly a year, and I always look forward to driving it, a real pleasure! Do not be put off by those who say it is ugly…most of those people are just whinging because they can't afford one…haha.
Make sure to go for one with air suspension, since the difference in ride and handling is really noticeable over the rest, and do not be afraid of the diesel either. It delivers over 40mpg and is swift enough to provide effortless overtaking, especially at higher speeds. The car corners like a Ferrari, especially when placed in sport plus mode, and there will be few merc or bimmer drivers who can keep up, I assure you.
Residuals are strong at least for now, and therefore a good bet is to buy a demo, asking for at least 10-12K off retail. If you go for a used car, the price will be quite high compared to new or demo, so why not have a new or nearly new one? Strongest residuals are with the diesels at this moment.
I have owned mine for nearly a year, and I always look forward to driving it, a real pleasure! Do not be put off by those who say it is ugly…most of those people are just whinging because they can't afford one…haha.
Ignore previous posting, and listen up….The reason people buy the Panamera over other luxobarges (and yes I do own one) is that this Porsche delivers comfort equal to the other makes, and a handling capability which is equal to most sports cars if not better. It is the only car in the market to do this so well.
Make sure to go for one with air suspension, since the difference in ride and handling is really noticeable over the rest, and do not be afraid of the diesel either. It delivers over 40mpg and is swift enough to provide effortless overtaking, especially at higher speeds. The car corners like a Ferrari, especially when placed in sport plus mode, and there will be few merc or bimmer drivers who can keep up, I assure you.
Residuals are strong at least for now, and therefore a good bet is to buy a demo, asking for at least 10-12K off retail. If you go for a used car, the price will be quite high compared to new or demo, so why not have a new or nearly new one? Strongest residuals are with the diesels at this moment.
I have owned mine for nearly a year, and I always look forward to driving it, a real pleasure! Do not be put off by those who say it is ugly…most of those people are just whinging because they can't afford one…haha.
Make sure to go for one with air suspension, since the difference in ride and handling is really noticeable over the rest, and do not be afraid of the diesel either. It delivers over 40mpg and is swift enough to provide effortless overtaking, especially at higher speeds. The car corners like a Ferrari, especially when placed in sport plus mode, and there will be few merc or bimmer drivers who can keep up, I assure you.
Residuals are strong at least for now, and therefore a good bet is to buy a demo, asking for at least 10-12K off retail. If you go for a used car, the price will be quite high compared to new or demo, so why not have a new or nearly new one? Strongest residuals are with the diesels at this moment.
I have owned mine for nearly a year, and I always look forward to driving it, a real pleasure! Do not be put off by those who say it is ugly…most of those people are just whinging because they can't afford one…haha.
All the Panamera threads here point to the following conclusion:
Those who just read about them on the internet hate them.
Those that own and drive them love them.
As said above, drive it and see if you like it and go from there, the usual advice really!
Had a lot of fun in my diesel yesterday
Those who just read about them on the internet hate them.
Those that own and drive them love them.
As said above, drive it and see if you like it and go from there, the usual advice really!
Had a lot of fun in my diesel yesterday
Edited by PGM on Wednesday 12th February 10:55
Edited by PGM on Wednesday 12th February 10:55
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