Cayman or 911?
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Greetings Pork owners, I'm posting this on behalf of a good mate who finds himself in the fortunate position of having a spare 40k that's burning a hole in his pocket and he's decided it's about time he bought something he's always wanted... A Porsche... He's mid forties and kids are grown up so a toy is definitely on the cards (It won't be a daily, like me he works offshore). Anyway, I've tried to talk him out of it, explained how much better a TVR is, how unreliable a Porsche is, and how all his mates will think he's driving the wife's new car. But he won't listen...
Anyhoo, this is a purely dosh based question, he thinks he wants a Cayman, but I've suggested that a 40k 911 will depreciate far less over say three years than a 40k Cayman. I have no idea whether that's true, but I figure you guys will have informed opinions (know what your talking about, unlike me). We've discussed practicality, space, if it's going to be a weekend toy or likely to be used for (example) European tours, etc. The 'which is the better drivers car' question isn't overly relevant here, its not likely to be driven anywhere near its limits, although he does fancy trying track days... I've told him that if you're a Porsche owner then track days are a great opportunity for seeing what TVR's look like when they go past you, but I don't think he was listening
So, which way to go?
TIA Chilli
Anyhoo, this is a purely dosh based question, he thinks he wants a Cayman, but I've suggested that a 40k 911 will depreciate far less over say three years than a 40k Cayman. I have no idea whether that's true, but I figure you guys will have informed opinions (know what your talking about, unlike me). We've discussed practicality, space, if it's going to be a weekend toy or likely to be used for (example) European tours, etc. The 'which is the better drivers car' question isn't overly relevant here, its not likely to be driven anywhere near its limits, although he does fancy trying track days... I've told him that if you're a Porsche owner then track days are a great opportunity for seeing what TVR's look like when they go past you, but I don't think he was listening
So, which way to go?
TIA Chilli
ChilliWhizz said:
Greetings Pork owners, I'm posting this on behalf of a good mate who finds himself in the fortunate position of having a spare 40k that's burning a hole in his pocket and he's decided it's about time he bought something he's always wanted... A Porsche... He's mid forties and kids are grown up so a toy is definitely on the cards (It won't be a daily, like me he works offshore). Anyway, I've tried to talk him out of it, explained how much better a TVR is, how unreliable a Porsche is, and how all his mates will think he's driving the wife's new car. But he won't listen...
Anyhoo, this is a purely dosh based question, he thinks he wants a Cayman, but I've suggested that a 40k 911 will depreciate far less over say three years than a 40k Cayman. I have no idea whether that's true, but I figure you guys will have informed opinions (know what your talking about, unlike me). We've discussed practicality, space, if it's going to be a weekend toy or likely to be used for (example) European tours, etc. The 'which is the better drivers car' question isn't overly relevant here, its not likely to be driven anywhere near its limits, although he does fancy trying track days... I've told him that if you're a Porsche owner then track days are a great opportunity for seeing what TVR's look like when they go past you, but I don't think he was listening
So, which way to go?
TIA Chilli
It depends which Cayman or 911 he wants to spend £40k on. You can pick up a 987 Cayman R for £40k and you can pick up a 981 Cayman S for £40k for example. If he wants to keep it, would make sense to get something that will hold better from a depreciation perspective i.e. Cayman R. If I was your mate, I'd test drive and see which he preferred as Porsche make quite a few variants. But, you're looking at 987.2 or 981.1 on Caymans or 996.1, 996.2, 997.1 and a few 997.2 cars. Aesthetics come into it as well, I'm not a fan of the fried egg style headlights on a 996, he may love them. Anyhoo, this is a purely dosh based question, he thinks he wants a Cayman, but I've suggested that a 40k 911 will depreciate far less over say three years than a 40k Cayman. I have no idea whether that's true, but I figure you guys will have informed opinions (know what your talking about, unlike me). We've discussed practicality, space, if it's going to be a weekend toy or likely to be used for (example) European tours, etc. The 'which is the better drivers car' question isn't overly relevant here, its not likely to be driven anywhere near its limits, although he does fancy trying track days... I've told him that if you're a Porsche owner then track days are a great opportunity for seeing what TVR's look like when they go past you, but I don't think he was listening
So, which way to go?
TIA Chilli
TOV!E said:
SEE YA said:
911 as for a tip buy a 996 turbo.
They are great value now.
He will not lose money on it.
"great money now"are you joking, good money 2 years ago, now silly money, like the TVR Saggy They are great value now.
He will not lose money on it.
.........911 all the way, Cayman will drop like a stone unless he can get a special one.
They will follow the 930 within five years.
Porsche911R said:
Mid life crisis buy the 911, wanting a sports car buy the Cayman.
Thanks for all the input guys, exactly what we were looking for
My mate is signing up so I expect him to be on here soon asking more questions....Have to say I came sooo close to buying a 996tt about 3 or 4 years ago, there were many relativtely low mileage cars in the classifieds for well under 30k, but I was in the process of house purchase and just couldn't justify it... kicking myself now....
Thanks again for the valuable advice, very much appreciated...
Chilli
I'd go for a 996 911 Turbo, proper all round supercar, ballistic speed and super all rounder. Cayman is ok, had an S for a couple of months and it was a good sports car, but doesn't compare to a 911 Turbo, which is a 190mph supercar! . 40k will get him a decent one, buy now and enjoy!
40k will just maybe nudge a decent 997.2 but you might end up with less than perfect spec at that price point. Cayman R is a fairly sensible buy although they are incredibly spec and mileage sensitive come resale. 996 turbo I'm not that keen on. They are quick but not pretty. Running costs can be interesting too I hear.
981 is still depreciating but won't be too bad and possibly even offset the potential running costs of an older car by buying a 2/3 year old 981 with no miles. There are some decent 987.2s come up now and again round the 30k mark. They don't really depreciate but again very spec sensitive.
981 is still depreciating but won't be too bad and possibly even offset the potential running costs of an older car by buying a 2/3 year old 981 with no miles. There are some decent 987.2s come up now and again round the 30k mark. They don't really depreciate but again very spec sensitive.
fridaypassion said:
40k will just maybe nudge a decent 997.2 but you might end up with less than perfect spec at that price point. Cayman R is a fairly sensible buy although they are incredibly spec and mileage sensitive come resale. 996 turbo I'm not that keen on. They are quick but not pretty. Running costs can be interesting too I hear.
981 is still depreciating but won't be too bad and possibly even offset the potential running costs of an older car by buying a 2/3 year old 981 with no miles. There are some decent 987.2s come up now and again round the 30k mark. They don't really depreciate but again very spec sensitive.
996 turbo, will hold up well.981 is still depreciating but won't be too bad and possibly even offset the potential running costs of an older car by buying a 2/3 year old 981 with no miles. There are some decent 987.2s come up now and again round the 30k mark. They don't really depreciate but again very spec sensitive.
Running cost some can be high ,bills wise buy the right car you are on a winner. As with any car you drive, you pay. Some things cost more than others.
Service big one, for my car around £600.
Edited by SEE YA on Monday 15th August 20:12
Love caymans but every time I see a 997.2 i just think what a beautiful car,don't think you can go wrong with either!
But at £40 k you will get more for your money with a Cayman, buy a 987.2s for £30k tweak the engine for 360hp and add some nice coil overs job done! Ask mrD for advice in that department as he has done his 987 spyder( engine tune that is)
Bloody autocorrect with Apple products is driving me mad!!!
But at £40 k you will get more for your money with a Cayman, buy a 987.2s for £30k tweak the engine for 360hp and add some nice coil overs job done! Ask mrD for advice in that department as he has done his 987 spyder( engine tune that is)
Edited by GT4P on Monday 15th August 20:03
Bloody autocorrect with Apple products is driving me mad!!!
Edited by GT4P on Monday 15th August 20:32
fridaypassion said:
Cayman engine is in the right place
Yes, but 911 drivers are better 'cos they can handle the extra challenges the car throws at them.That makes the 911 the macho choice for the now grown up boy who dreamed wet dreams about the poster car on his bedroom wall.
OOOooooo... ain't I b
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