Buying a Macan
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Hi All,
My wife is looking to get a Macan S Diesel, 2014/2015 with 30K miles are now in budget. She only does 4000 miles a year, so higher miler cars are not out of the question. Prices actually seem to be falling a bit.
Just wondering if there is anything I should be looking out for, common problems? Won't necessarily be buying from Porsche. Also Air suspension, anyone had any issues with it? She will be likely keeping the car for some time as she usually keeps them for 3-5 years.
Is a Porsche warranty recommended, are they troublesome?
Thanks,
My wife is looking to get a Macan S Diesel, 2014/2015 with 30K miles are now in budget. She only does 4000 miles a year, so higher miler cars are not out of the question. Prices actually seem to be falling a bit.
Just wondering if there is anything I should be looking out for, common problems? Won't necessarily be buying from Porsche. Also Air suspension, anyone had any issues with it? She will be likely keeping the car for some time as she usually keeps them for 3-5 years.
Is a Porsche warranty recommended, are they troublesome?
Thanks,
aeropilot said:
JayK12 said:
Hi All,
My wife is looking to get a Macan S Diesel, 2014/2015 with 30K miles are now in budget. She only does 4000 miles a year, so higher miler cars are not out of the question.
A diesel Macan for 4000 miles a year..............seriously pointless (not to mention potentially expensive)My wife is looking to get a Macan S Diesel, 2014/2015 with 30K miles are now in budget. She only does 4000 miles a year, so higher miler cars are not out of the question.
Buy a petrol S instead.
Geneve said:
I actually prefer the diesel for road use - power delivery and economy.
The right (high) spec and options (inc Air and PASM) and Porsche Warranty would be on my list.
Yes I agree on this point. Going to see one tomorrow which has Air, fully loaded, so will see if she fancies it. Although she's been looking at Turbos tonight :lol:The right (high) spec and options (inc Air and PASM) and Porsche Warranty would be on my list.
aeropilot said:
JayK12 said:
aeropilot said:
JayK12 said:
Hi All,
My wife is looking to get a Macan S Diesel, 2014/2015 with 30K miles are now in budget. She only does 4000 miles a year, so higher miler cars are not out of the question.
A diesel Macan for 4000 miles a year..............seriously pointless (not to mention potentially expensive)My wife is looking to get a Macan S Diesel, 2014/2015 with 30K miles are now in budget. She only does 4000 miles a year, so higher miler cars are not out of the question.
Buy a petrol S instead.
I've driven both, and the petrol S is definately not less pokey than the soot chucker.
And as for you Audi being fine, see this post from today in the other Macan thread here https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...
Robbo66 said:
Wife had Diesel S, 2 years in. In retrospect, we should have got petrol as she’s only doing 5k a year max, short runs, and the DPF is a real PITA. Porsche apparently, lowered the threshold so warning lights too frequent.
So , low mileage town pootling go petrol, otherwise diesel IMV.
So , low mileage town pootling go petrol, otherwise diesel IMV.
Edited by JayK12 on Saturday 18th August 00:29
Thanks for the hints regarding DPF, the wife is now looking for a Petrol. She test drove a 2.0 and it's ok, not as pokey as she'd like but it will be fine.
So I could do with some advice. We missed one at Porsche it sold
So we have seen one at another dealer not Porsche, but they have a nice selection of cars. Now I've spoken with them and the following:
- The dealer bought it new from Porsche Germany (bought 9 of them)
- It was registered to his parents who have basically owned it since new.
- The car was not services at Porsche but at the dealers workshop however Porsche parts were used and invoice is available.
- Car may still have warranty - is the last 6 months transferable of a new car warranty?
- I did say I'd like a Porsche inspection on it, and he had no problems with that and said they provide 6 months warranty.
- Its about 5K cheaper than the equivalent car at Porsche.
So considering the above and the wife would have it for 4 years, would the none Porsche service history be a problem come sale time, it will be 7 years old then. We would maybe use Porsche or our Porsche specialist I'm sure.
Considering it's 5K cheaper than Porsche I'm thinking this could be ok come sale time due to the non Porsche service history.
Any help much appreciated!
So I could do with some advice. We missed one at Porsche it sold
So we have seen one at another dealer not Porsche, but they have a nice selection of cars. Now I've spoken with them and the following: - The dealer bought it new from Porsche Germany (bought 9 of them)
- It was registered to his parents who have basically owned it since new.
- The car was not services at Porsche but at the dealers workshop however Porsche parts were used and invoice is available.
- Car may still have warranty - is the last 6 months transferable of a new car warranty?
- I did say I'd like a Porsche inspection on it, and he had no problems with that and said they provide 6 months warranty.
- Its about 5K cheaper than the equivalent car at Porsche.
So considering the above and the wife would have it for 4 years, would the none Porsche service history be a problem come sale time, it will be 7 years old then. We would maybe use Porsche or our Porsche specialist I'm sure.
Considering it's 5K cheaper than Porsche I'm thinking this could be ok come sale time due to the non Porsche service history.
Any help much appreciated!
Koln-RS said:
So it's a 'grey' import, without Porsche history but, hopefully, 6 months warranty. Not saying it's not a good buy, but proceed with care.
A Porsche Approved car should come to you looking almost 'as new', with full Porsche history and 2 years Porsche warranty, and more goodwill if you have future issues - but you will pay more.
Would it show on the V5 log book if its a grey import? A Porsche Approved car should come to you looking almost 'as new', with full Porsche history and 2 years Porsche warranty, and more goodwill if you have future issues - but you will pay more.
Thanks, decided to leave it and look for another, just too complicated and if you want to sell at a later date i have no doubt it will be difficult.
We drove one with PASM and it was really good, spotted another one which has the right spec but is only missing PASM, does it make a big difference?
We drove one with PASM and it was really good, spotted another one which has the right spec but is only missing PASM, does it make a big difference?
Ken Figenus said:
PASM and Air are what make the car for me. Great ride for speed humps and our cr@ppy roads in Comfort with normal ride height then go for dropped ride height (-15mm) and sport plus (firmest dampers) for tight flat cornering. Legend has it in these parts that the handling is so 'tall 911' that there is an SUV king somewhere in the Elan Valley surprising hot hatches but this surely cant be true for a 1900Kg car with a dog in the back? 
Issues are panel gaps on some bonnets and they are very fussy on alignment (INSIST on the printout if buying OPC...). I've also heard they can chew transfer cases but it doesn't seem massively common - check that 4wd system for slack/clunks/slop on and off the throttle gently.
Petrol...
Good luck OP
lol! - The wife will just be using it to go to work and back and bits and bobs. So is PASM really going to make a difference? If she wants to hoon she can use the snap crackle and pop machine! lol.Issues are panel gaps on some bonnets and they are very fussy on alignment (INSIST on the printout if buying OPC...). I've also heard they can chew transfer cases but it doesn't seem massively common - check that 4wd system for slack/clunks/slop on and off the throttle gently.
Petrol...
Good luck OP
red_slr said:
OP we will be selling ours at some point soon, maybe next few weeks.
65 Macan SD, black, 20 inch wheels, red / black leather, heated seats, heated wheel, Sport Chrono, Black window trims, tinted rear windows, keyless, sport design mirrors, adaptive cruise, FPSH. 9500 miles.
Had the transfer box replaced so that's the big issue sorted.
We have never had an issue with DPF, my advice is don't let the fuel drop under 1/4 tank as it turns regen off in the ecu under 1/4 tank.
PM me if you want to discuss or want pics.
Thanks for the offer, I dont think she will want the red leather, seen a few and its put her off. Quite set on petrol to avoid any DPF issues as her trip to work is 4 miles only. 65 Macan SD, black, 20 inch wheels, red / black leather, heated seats, heated wheel, Sport Chrono, Black window trims, tinted rear windows, keyless, sport design mirrors, adaptive cruise, FPSH. 9500 miles.
Had the transfer box replaced so that's the big issue sorted.
We have never had an issue with DPF, my advice is don't let the fuel drop under 1/4 tank as it turns regen off in the ecu under 1/4 tank.
PM me if you want to discuss or want pics.
Ken Figenus said:
JayK12 said:
Quite set on petrol to avoid any DPF issues as her trip to work is 4 miles only.
I reckon you should slap some indicators and some plates on a Radical if its only 4 miles - she'd cope - just make sure she never works weekends What are peoples thoughts on this one? Seems fully loaded, low miles. Has new brake pads and new Pirelli N rated tyres. Dealer won't budge on price, but 2.0 in this spec year / price seem quite rare.
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
red_slr said:
New brake pads at 15k?
Tyres yes, you will only get about 10-15k out of tyres on the Macan but brake pads should last at least 30k if not 40-50k.
Yeah that's what he said. Just waiting for confirmation that it had its first service at Porsche on time. Tyres yes, you will only get about 10-15k out of tyres on the Macan but brake pads should last at least 30k if not 40-50k.
Do you think its a good deal?
She has her mind set on a 2.0 now.
The one above had its first service 6 months late at 13K miles and is still until its new car warranty until 01/2019, would a late service cause any issues with a warranty claim for a transfer box etc? Id like to get it on Porsche Warranty when the new car warranty expires.
Thanks for you help.
The one above had its first service 6 months late at 13K miles and is still until its new car warranty until 01/2019, would a late service cause any issues with a warranty claim for a transfer box etc? Id like to get it on Porsche Warranty when the new car warranty expires.
Thanks for you help.
chrisABP said:
JayK12 said:
She has her mind set on a 2.0 now.
The one above had its first service 6 months late at 13K miles and is still until its new car warranty until 01/2019, would a late service cause any issues with a warranty claim for a transfer box etc? Id like to get it on Porsche Warranty when the new car warranty expires.
Thanks for you help.
Pretty certain that if the car hasn't been serviced within the strict Porsche guidelines the new car warranty will be void. So the 6 month late service means it now has no valid warranty.The one above had its first service 6 months late at 13K miles and is still until its new car warranty until 01/2019, would a late service cause any issues with a warranty claim for a transfer box etc? Id like to get it on Porsche Warranty when the new car warranty expires.
Thanks for you help.
Waiting on an answer to see what the 12 month warranty covers.
Spoke with my OPC, even though the service was late by 6 months the new car warranty still stands, and there will be no issues extending it.
I'd be tempted to get the dealer to knock of the 12 month warranty and I can use that cash to extend the Porsche Warranty.
Spoke with my OPC, even though the service was late by 6 months the new car warranty still stands, and there will be no issues extending it.
I'd be tempted to get the dealer to knock of the 12 month warranty and I can use that cash to extend the Porsche Warranty.
red_slr said:
Speak to an OPC.
I am assuming you are aware that Porsche don't automatically accept cars onto their warranty scheme and the car will have to pass an inspection prior to them issuing the warranty?
It may be prudent to get this inspection done prior to the purchase, it will have to be done again when you warranty the car but the inspection would pick up anything which may prevent them accepting it on their warranty which you could then address prior to purchase.
He said their own warranty will not cover the transfer case. Yes i normally get it done at MOT time as OPC waive the inspection fee as they do the MOT. You make a good point.I am assuming you are aware that Porsche don't automatically accept cars onto their warranty scheme and the car will have to pass an inspection prior to them issuing the warranty?
It may be prudent to get this inspection done prior to the purchase, it will have to be done again when you warranty the car but the inspection would pick up anything which may prevent them accepting it on their warranty which you could then address prior to purchase.
Ken Figenus said:
2 owners in a short time J...
Service is every 2 years or 20,000 miles so mechanically no issues I suspect but if you are keen on a Porsche warranty then its prob a no go.
Check the transmission for shunt in case this is why its being passed on regularly. Other than that good spec - 21" wheels too? - if so make sure it rides well without air/PASM.
OPC said even though it was 6 months late at 13K miles it stays in warranty and it will have no impact on claims etc. Service is every 2 years or 20,000 miles so mechanically no issues I suspect but if you are keen on a Porsche warranty then its prob a no go.
Check the transmission for shunt in case this is why its being passed on regularly. Other than that good spec - 21" wheels too? - if so make sure it rides well without air/PASM.
Its in warranty so if the transmission has an issue it can be replaced. Yes 21" wheels and PASM. All four tyres just changed so they are wearing evenly lol :P
Ken Figenus said:
They are hiding something changing all four tyres at 13k mate... And you know about that one OSF of mine at 14k they didn't change and I found it on the canvas a couple of months in... I think these Macans ar super sensitive to geo... Or just go for a BTCC geo with plenty of bite-y neg camber and happily expect the worst ;-)
OPC's do geo on these for a reason when reselling... Mines just booked in to CoG for peace of mind...
Tyres replaced at 15K miles. I thought that was reasonable? It takes Simona 4 years to do that mileage so happy with that haha. OPC's do geo on these for a reason when reselling... Mines just booked in to CoG for peace of mind...
Ah let me know how you get one, will take the GTS in next spring to CoG.
Chaps. The lights on the back look like the tinted LED lights, yet the spec sheet for the car from Porsche doesn't show that option. Is there any way to find out if they were retro fitted from tequipment?
Also was leather dash standard? It doesn't show it as an option but has it. Shows it as standard item. Yet there are some on Autotrader that don't have It!
Cheers
Also was leather dash standard? It doesn't show it as an option but has it. Shows it as standard item. Yet there are some on Autotrader that don't have It!
Cheers
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