Porsche Panamera buying advice
Discussion
Looking for some advice, so hoping to find some help here.
I’m ready to part with my 640D Grand Coupe which I bought 4 years and have enjoyed it, even if it’s a huge car.
I can’t decide what I want next, have looked at the CLS, 7 Series, S class and A8 along with Maserati’s but I keep coming back to the Porsche Panamera V2.
I need 4 doors as I have 2 kids and I know this isn’t a 5 seater but it just looks ace.
I know the V2 is pricey and I will have to part ex mine and probably go into a PCP but it looks well worth it.
I’m not sure what model is best, as I currently do around 15-20k miles a year so I’ve always gone for Diesels because of the mileage range and MPG.
I know there is a hybrid model but its range is quite low but this probably makes more sense than a Diesel given where the market for those cars is going right now.
I’ll have to buy used as I can’t afford new, so I’m wondering what options I should hold out for.
I was wondering how reliable they are along with servicing as well.
If I’ve understood correctly I shouldn’t count on any discounts for a Porsche main dealer so should I buy from them or go to any other reputable seller?
I see loads on auto trader but not that many V2’s in my price range (£60-£70k)
Would really welcome any buying advice or pitfalls, also no rush to wait for the right car is it best to buy at the end of the quarter or is that just a myth?
Cheers
I’m ready to part with my 640D Grand Coupe which I bought 4 years and have enjoyed it, even if it’s a huge car.
I can’t decide what I want next, have looked at the CLS, 7 Series, S class and A8 along with Maserati’s but I keep coming back to the Porsche Panamera V2.
I need 4 doors as I have 2 kids and I know this isn’t a 5 seater but it just looks ace.
I know the V2 is pricey and I will have to part ex mine and probably go into a PCP but it looks well worth it.
I’m not sure what model is best, as I currently do around 15-20k miles a year so I’ve always gone for Diesels because of the mileage range and MPG.
I know there is a hybrid model but its range is quite low but this probably makes more sense than a Diesel given where the market for those cars is going right now.
I’ll have to buy used as I can’t afford new, so I’m wondering what options I should hold out for.
I was wondering how reliable they are along with servicing as well.
If I’ve understood correctly I shouldn’t count on any discounts for a Porsche main dealer so should I buy from them or go to any other reputable seller?
I see loads on auto trader but not that many V2’s in my price range (£60-£70k)
Would really welcome any buying advice or pitfalls, also no rush to wait for the right car is it best to buy at the end of the quarter or is that just a myth?
Cheers
No idea what the V8 diesels go for but it’s a fantastic car...I wouldn’t hesitate to buy one. Drove one when they first came out and loved it...I am just gutted they withdrew it before they released the Sport Turismo. I’d have bought one.
I have a V8 diesel Cayenne, the engine is fantastic and I am not getting a new Cayenne because diesel suits us much better...we do 20k miles a year in the Cayenne.
I have a V8 diesel Cayenne, the engine is fantastic and I am not getting a new Cayenne because diesel suits us much better...we do 20k miles a year in the Cayenne.
The diesel is probably the one to go for, given that mileage requirement. Try to go for one with air suspension if you can, as the ride is meant to be nicer. 18-way seats if you can, too.
Security glass is actually double-glazed, so makes the interior quieter and cooler (thermal coating). Bose sound is great; the Burmester is superb, but very rare.
They're excellent cars and seem very reliable, which is why they're rarely mentioned here.
p.s. well done for not going for the high-centre-of-gravity model (i.e. the Cayenne).
Security glass is actually double-glazed, so makes the interior quieter and cooler (thermal coating). Bose sound is great; the Burmester is superb, but very rare.
They're excellent cars and seem very reliable, which is why they're rarely mentioned here.
p.s. well done for not going for the high-centre-of-gravity model (i.e. the Cayenne).
I bought a Gen 1 Panamera back in 2013 with the 250BHP diesel lump and air suspension. It was my daily drive and served for frequent trips to and from the south of France. It was a superb car which could return nigh on 50 mpg on a run in cruise at 85mph and I could get out feeling fine after a 15 hour journey. Passengers invariably praised the comfort and I never felt it lacking in power. I have replaced it with the new Panamera 4S sport turismo and my only regret is that the V8 diesel option was terminated because that would have been the perfect combination for me.
The Gen 2 300BHP car was evidently an improvement in many respects including the suspension and I entirely endorse the view that air is the right option.
I had a few teething problems which were sorted by Porsche but I certainly wouldn't run one of these cars without a warranty; the potential for truly horrendous bills is immense.
Whilst the car is large on paper I never felt it to be problem in practice whether on the road or in multi-storey car parks and crucially I always enjoyed driving it . If you can find a good one that's been properly maintained don't hesitate, you'll not be disappointed. After a string of BMWs it was a breath of fresh air !
Cheers,
Martin
The Gen 2 300BHP car was evidently an improvement in many respects including the suspension and I entirely endorse the view that air is the right option.
I had a few teething problems which were sorted by Porsche but I certainly wouldn't run one of these cars without a warranty; the potential for truly horrendous bills is immense.
Whilst the car is large on paper I never felt it to be problem in practice whether on the road or in multi-storey car parks and crucially I always enjoyed driving it . If you can find a good one that's been properly maintained don't hesitate, you'll not be disappointed. After a string of BMWs it was a breath of fresh air !
Cheers,
Martin
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This diesel 4S is within budget and looks like a hell of a lot of car for the money. It’s only recently that they were asking 100K for these.
This diesel 4S is within budget and looks like a hell of a lot of car for the money. It’s only recently that they were asking 100K for these.
prismv said:
Ha that’s the one I was looking at funny enough
My concern was around the mileage and that it’s 4 years old but in terms of the spec it’s amazing!!
Would you happen to know How much is insurance on these (ball park) and what’s the going rate for warranty?
If buying from an independent try and get them to throw in an official Porsche warranty as part of the deal. No idea on cost but it’ll be more than £2k for a 2yr warranty. With the mileage you’re doing I would get a warranty purely because I think you get decent value out of it relative to someone doing a few thousand a year. Don’t accept third party as an alternative....only thing about Porsche warranty is that everything has to be to spec as it left the factory so if it doesn’t have N0/1/2 tyres etc you can’t get a warranty on itMy concern was around the mileage and that it’s 4 years old but in terms of the spec it’s amazing!!
Would you happen to know How much is insurance on these (ball park) and what’s the going rate for warranty?
The appreciation is not bad....for a big car. But big cars tend to lose money quite quickly, so it's still quite a chunk in real terms. I would buy a slightly older one, myself and save the hit; they don't suddenly get any less reliable or awesome.
If you look at the price of similar models to this one that are 3 years older, it will give you an idea.
If you look at the price of similar models to this one that are 3 years older, it will give you an idea.
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