Discussion
So I was going to buy a small SUV (Epace / XC40 / Q3) for moving bikes and the like but my heart really isn't in it - then lockdown happened, when it eased I sold my JCW MINI - and started looking for its replacement. I had a 987 until 2015 so a Cayman was always going to be a good idea. I looked at a few, I was originally going to get a 981 but they are holding their money remarkably well - there wasn't too much of a step to get a much newer 718. I know the engine is controversial - but this is a daily and so 99% of the time you barely notice the difference.
Spec is
718 - Manual GT Silver
20" Carrera S wheels in Satin Platinum
PASM
Nav / CarPlay etc (this is standard)
BOSE
Full natural leather interior in espresso (stitching in exterior colour - I believe this makes it faster, it's also got the steering column in leather - this adds even more)
LED headlights with PDSL+
few other bits and pieces.
Car has a few months warranty left so I can decide if I want to carry on with that. Rear wheels need a refurb - apart from that is good to go.
(Photos from the advert)
Spec is
718 - Manual GT Silver
20" Carrera S wheels in Satin Platinum
PASM
Nav / CarPlay etc (this is standard)
BOSE
Full natural leather interior in espresso (stitching in exterior colour - I believe this makes it faster, it's also got the steering column in leather - this adds even more)
LED headlights with PDSL+
few other bits and pieces.
Car has a few months warranty left so I can decide if I want to carry on with that. Rear wheels need a refurb - apart from that is good to go.
(Photos from the advert)
The 718 is a fantastic looking thing, building on what the 981 delivered but kicking it up a notch. Looks lovely!
Seems a good spec list too with that interior.
981's really are holding value pretty crazily, great for owners but from a buyers perspective they look less & less GVFM when the 718's are dropping into the same sort of price range and are much newer. The key differentiating feature is clearly the engine.
Seems a good spec list too with that interior.
981's really are holding value pretty crazily, great for owners but from a buyers perspective they look less & less GVFM when the 718's are dropping into the same sort of price range and are much newer. The key differentiating feature is clearly the engine.
Inspire said:
Is the warranty eye-watering to extend?
its about £250 for the check for the warranty - and about £1200 for two years warranty - plus anything they find that's not covered (n rated tyres etc) - it's been pretty well looked after so I'm not expecting too much. Rears need a refurb just from a little bit or kerb damage - nothing serious.
I too had a 987s a few years ago and then switched to an M135i. That’s coming up to 5 years old now. I keep thinking of switching and one of these really does make great sense.
I test drove a 997 and whilst a brilliant car, I feel less practical as a daily than a cayman. 981 are just too steep for me when looking at the age, miles etc.
More and more the 718 is looking a great daily prospect. Looking forward to hearing how your getting on with it in a few months.
Either way cracking car hope you enjoy it.
I test drove a 997 and whilst a brilliant car, I feel less practical as a daily than a cayman. 981 are just too steep for me when looking at the age, miles etc.
More and more the 718 is looking a great daily prospect. Looking forward to hearing how your getting on with it in a few months.
Either way cracking car hope you enjoy it.
MB140 said:
I too had a 987s a few years ago and then switched to an M135i.
I had a a 235 for 18 months (20k) immediately after my last Cayman - I always thought it was basically the opposite for a "performance" car. Cayman is so balanced - but lacked all out straight line. The 235 was really fast if you floored it (mine was an auto so had launch etc) - but lacked composure in the twisty bits - especially the slightly bouncy / floaty rear.Go drive a 718 - You'll end up spending money.
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