2012 BMW 335is ---> 2015 Porsche Cayman

c1pher · 07-09-2017, 10:57 PM

I really like the Golf R and even the S3. They are very fun to drive and high quality. I used to own a 2007 GTI, and honestly am considering a Golf R or S3 as a commuter car.

Just so you know I'm not talking out my butt (overall sales increase but cayman dragging numbers down)
http://www.thedrive.com/flat-six-soc...rease-for-june

///M Ryder · 07-09-2017, 11:48 PM

tranquility · 07-10-2017, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by MGM135is

FYI, I'm not a retrogrouch. But just because something is new doesn't always mean it's better. Especially just because Porsche tells you it is.

Oh, my comment's in general and not directed at anyone in particular. I just get tired of hearing "the car's sound SUCKS" ad naseum like it sounds literally like farts lol. It sounds good, I dunno what else ppl want from a 4?

Sure, just cuz something's new doesn't=better automatically, but I think it's clear that this latest Cayman is much better than the previous one despite having 2 less cyls.

baege · 07-10-2017, 08:19 AM

chris harris really gets cars and what makes them enjoyable
he really preferred the 981 over the 718
just one man's view but a weighty one I would argue

Matt 335is · 07-10-2017, 12:00 PM

OP here, thanks for all the replies.

I've considered a TTRS or F-Type but Porsche is where I want to go, specifically a 2014 or newer Cayman.

I am new to Porsche and have zero bias towards 981 vs 718. I need to drive both, back to back if possible, to see which I prefer.

With that said, I am trying to avoid the initial depreciation thus the 981 makes more sense. After further research I have ruled out the base 981 and am concentrating on the S.

As of now I'm looking to stay in the low to mid $50Ks for a very well optioned S. After extensively researching all options it may take a year to locate my perfect car and the price to drop a little. I'm on the hunt!

I would be willing to stretch my budget into the $60Ks if the right GTS came along as I feel the depreciation would be less in the long run and I absolutely love all the extra options that come with it. That is the car I really want but just out of reach.

I have a feeling that my perfect Cayman will be cross country which will add to the cost of flying there and driving back or having it shipped.

Again, thanks for all the info!

c1pher · 07-10-2017, 12:57 PM

Not sure what part of the country you're in but east coast seems to have plenty, just depends on what options you want. Black is easy to find too.

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baege Lieutenant Colonel 1412 Rep 1,642 Posts Drives: 2023 R8 RWD Coupe Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada iTrader: (0)	chris harris really gets cars and what makes them enjoyable he really preferred the 981 over the 718 just one man's view but a weighty one I would argue
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Matt 335is Lieutenant 801 Rep 548 Posts Drives: SMB 50e \| e92 n54 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Triangle Area, NC iTrader: (0)	OP here, thanks for all the replies. I've considered a TTRS or F-Type but Porsche is where I want to go, specifically a 2014 or newer Cayman. I am new to Porsche and have zero bias towards 981 vs 718. I need to drive both, back to back if possible, to see which I prefer. With that said, I am trying to avoid the initial depreciation thus the 981 makes more sense. After further research I have ruled out the base 981 and am concentrating on the S. As of now I'm looking to stay in the low to mid $50Ks for a very well optioned S. After extensively researching all options it may take a year to locate my perfect car and the price to drop a little. I'm on the hunt! I would be willing to stretch my budget into the $60Ks if the right GTS came along as I feel the depreciation would be less in the long run and I absolutely love all the extra options that come with it. That is the car I really want but just out of reach. I have a feeling that my perfect Cayman will be cross country which will add to the cost of flying there and driving back or having it shipped. Again, thanks for all the info!
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