Should I buy a Cayman R, or a Boxster Spyder?
Discussion
I fancy a 2-seat Porsche that I can buy new, enjoy, and that might go up in value over the longer term (20 years).
Of these two - which do you think would be the better option, for
A - immediate driving pleasure
B - investment potential (or smallest loss over 20 years)
Views (from owners?)
Of these two - which do you think would be the better option, for
A - immediate driving pleasure
B - investment potential (or smallest loss over 20 years)
Views (from owners?)
spareparts said:
I think the Spyder is a more special car in general, practicalities aside.
The problem is, I think you're right...but I really really like the Cay R. Both £50k, both great value, both will see me to retirement.Blast you Porsche, with your keenly-priced driving warriors!
thecarfinders said:
Having driven both extensively, i think the Boxter Spyder is a nicer car to drive, but the roof is a nightmare. I think as most people have put, if you are thinking from an investment perspective, dont buy either.
I want criteria A and B in the car - so it has to be excellent to drive for the period of ownership.As much as I like the 968 CS, it doesn't fulfil criteria A (for me). I don't want a GTx 911, and I really like the Cay R and Spyder.
If I only wanted an investment for £50k, I'd buy a 1999 Ferrari 550. But thats A not new, B not something you can actually use every day and C probably not as good a drive as these two.
Hmmm.
rob.kellock said:
Peter Cee said:
Easy choice this one : Boxster S
Open top motoring, comfort, practicality and 95% of the performance of the Spyder.
Probably more like 99.5% of the performance of the Spyder...Open top motoring, comfort, practicality and 95% of the performance of the Spyder.
Thing is, you don't get that undefinable "something" that the Spyder offers. I can get excited about the Spyder, I can't get excited about a Boxster S. Not rational I know and for me personally, similar logic applies to the Cayman R.
But, the Spyder is special - completely agree I'd find it hard to get excited about a Boxster S as another road car, and it definitely won't satisfy Criteria B - investment potential.
Cars from special marques that sell in low numbers always seem to creep up in value - as was mentioned the 911 Speedsters aren't cheap and are on the up - and the 968CS is coming out of it's banger phase and good examples are now climbing into 'collectable'.
In 20 years time I reckon the Spyder will get my money back, but the Cayman R won't - (as I suspect it will be a long and consistent sales hit, whereas the Spyder won't be around for long...). But the Cayman R is way more practical.
Hmmmm. Anyone with a Cayman R here?
mollytherocker said:
bqf said:
Only 10 Spyders left in the UK new! No more orders!!
Only 1 black one, which is at my local OPC - I've made my appointment and I'll be down there tomorrow.....
You could register it Jan 1st 2012 which could make it the only 2012 Spyder?Only 1 black one, which is at my local OPC - I've made my appointment and I'll be down there tomorrow.....
MTR
But if it's a nice spec and I get a good deal, I'm as flexible as a jelly in a 2CV
J-P said:
bqf said:
Only 10 Spyders left in the UK new! No more orders!!
Only 1 black one, which is at my local OPC - I've made my appointment and I'll be down there tomorrow.....
That'll be Porsche mid Sussex then Only 1 black one, which is at my local OPC - I've made my appointment and I'll be down there tomorrow.....
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The chap at T'bridge said there are 10 left - 1x red, 1x black and 8x white.
Only black or red acceptable!
spyderman8 said:
bqf said:
Went to see the black spyder on Saturday - best price (it's already registered, but hasn't done any miles) was £48,292!!
I thought that was a bit steep for effectively a used car.
There's a black one at OPC Aberdeen with a mere 2160 miles on the clock (hardly run in) for £12k less - that suit you?I thought that was a bit steep for effectively a used car.
Had a demonstration of the roof removal procedure on Saturday and it looks a right faff - much rather just press a button!
Whereas £12,000, is quite definitely worth having!
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