Any Cayman drivers here?

adamr · Feb 15, 2018

Ravin' said:
I think a two seater speed box is the best option for what you want, I am however not the biggest fan of Porsche. I would however recommend one of these:

https://www.cars.co.za/for-sale/used/2014-Mercedes-Benz-SLK-Class-Slk-350-Sport-At-Gauteng-Four-Ways/3063382/

Have you owned any? Need to drive them to appreciate

I've owned 4 of them ... They absolutely amazing and the reason why they appreciate in value esp the GT models
[MENTION=4234]Odin_ZA[/MENTION] I've owned in a personal capacity quite a few cars. And I'm talking Ms, AMGs, RS Audi's etc ....Choosing the Porsche is a great option in your price bracket. Stick with it you won't be disappointed.

Ravin' · Feb 15, 2018

adamr said:
Have you owned any? Need to drive them to appreciate

I've owned 4 of them ... They absolutely amazing and the reason why they appreciate in value esp the models

I've driven IN one, but that was a 911 GT3 so it's not really in the same league, I have however driven an SLK350 before hence why I proposed it. I hear you though and won't pass up the opportunity should I ever find myself behind the wheel of one :wink:

moonsquad · Feb 15, 2018

I quite like the looks of the Cayman and Cayman S. The newer Cayman S shape is glorious to look at, and despite the 4 cylinder engine with added turbo, it's definitely a car that I would look at getting in the future

However, for now, I'll settle on eventually getting an E92 M3 in Manual :biggrin:

adamr · Feb 15, 2018

Other cars I would personally look at in that price bracket

M235i (m240i if you can stretch a little bit more)
A45 ... Wasn't my cup of tea when I owned one (but others love them)
C63 old school shape (not my cup of tea)
M3 e92 competition

adamr · Feb 15, 2018

adamr said:
Other cars I would personally look at in that price bracket

M235i (m240i if you can stretch a little bit more)
A45 ... Wasn't my cup of tea when I owned one (but others love them)
C63 old school shape (not my cup of tea)
M3 e92 competition

Edit: if not the porsche get the m235i or m240i

MellowYellow · Feb 15, 2018

[MENTION=3098]adamr[/MENTION] what do you currently drive, and in the same breath please take me for a spin.

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Hobo Joe · Feb 15, 2018

I would recommend the RS5, but that's just from an Audi fanboy perspective

No experience with ever owning a Porsche, but I do have an S3; so I can assure you that the Audi will most definitely be superior

On a serious note, I think the Cayman is a seriously good looking car, I would say it is as much of a head turner as the RS5. In your price range they will be out of plan, and I can't comment on the Porsche; but maintenance could be a potential money pit on the Audi if something were to break.

SteveIndeed · Feb 15, 2018

If you're considering a 987, rather save up a bit more and consider a vanilla 997.1 or .2 C2S: a Beetle, er, 911 crammed full of rear-wheel drive goodness courtesy of a 3.8 flat-six. The 987 has at most a 3.4 which makes more-or-less the same power as 3.6 unit used in the poverty-spec C2. A C2S will also be infinitely more valuable than a 987 in the years to come.

adamr · Feb 15, 2018

SteveIndeed said:
If you're considering a 987, rather save up a bit more and consider a vanilla 997.1 or .2 C2S: a Beetle, er, 911 crammed full of rear-wheel drive goodness courtesy of a 3.8 flat-six. The 987 has at most a 3.4 which makes more-or-less the same power as 3.6 unit used in the poverty-spec C2. A C2S will also be infinitely more valuable than a 987 in the years to come.

+1 Good advice ... I'd take a 2005 997.1 Carrera s over a Cayman any day. I would save up and do this

SantaMuerte · Feb 15, 2018

adamr said:
+1 Good advice ... I'd take a 2005 997.1 Carrera s over a Cayman any day. I would save up and do this

Would one even get finance on such an old vehicle?

adamr · Feb 15, 2018

Odin_ZA said:
Would one even get finance on such an old vehicle?

If through a dealer yea. This is an appreciating car ... For about r600-650k you could find a 997 . But guaranteed they going to rise in value

adamr · Feb 15, 2018

MellowYellow said:
[MENTION=3098]adamr[/MENTION] what do you currently drive, and in the same breath please take me for a spin.

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🤣 ...I have nine exhaust pipes in my garage right now ... Spread across three cars ... 11 doors amongst them

SantaMuerte · Feb 15, 2018

adamr said:
If through a dealer yea. This is an appreciating car ... For about r600-650k you could find a 997 . But guaranteed they going to rise in value

Well if I buy a Porsche it's going to be through a dealer

MellowYellow · Feb 15, 2018

adamr said:
🤣 ...I have nine exhaust pipes in my garage right now ... Spread across three cars ... 11 doors amongst them

Tomorrow this time then. Noted with thanks.

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maq_ · Feb 15, 2018

adamr said:
&#55358;&#56611; ...I have nine exhaust pipes in my garage right now ... Spread across three cars ... 11 doors amongst them

Which 3 if you don't mind me asking

MountainWolf Tech · Feb 15, 2018

People have money in this forum. jeeez

ps. only kiddin'...

Airnews39 · Feb 15, 2018

BMW M140/M240i for sure.

Got a 1 year old M140 for R550k in December, best car for the money in this bracket by a country mile!

(If you're looking for an all rounder that's f-ing fast, very comfortable and if you're just cruising, relatively light on fuel)

maq_ · Feb 15, 2018

maq_ said:
Which 3 if you don't mind me asking

Let me guess a hyundai Veloster, golf R and ...

moonsquad · Feb 16, 2018

Someone seriously needs to check this out though... https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...tb2RlbC9NNS9wYWdlLzIvc2VhcmNo&result-index=24

If this only has 13,500km on the odometer, then this is a damn steal :victorious:

PHalanKS · Feb 16, 2018

moonsquad said:
Someone seriously needs to check this out though... https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...tb2RlbC9NNS9wYWdlLzIvc2VhcmNo&result-index=24

If this only has 13,500km on the odometer, then this is a damn steal :victorious:

You'd be fucking mad to pay that for that car... Maybe it's worth it to some collector if it's the lowest mileage one around but not for a mortal.

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moonsquad · Feb 16, 2018

PHalanKS said:
You'd be fucking mad to pay that for that car... Maybe it's worth it to some collector if it's the lowest mileage one around but not for a mortal.

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Superflan · Feb 20, 2018

Push your budget a bit and buy this gtr https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-cars-ba...an-gt+r-3-8-premium/1002221781740910372523309

Superflan · Feb 21, 2018

adamr said:
🤣 ...I have nine exhaust pipes in my garage right now ... Spread across three cars ... 11 doors amongst them

2exhaust+4exhaust= 6 exhaust, +ferrari = 9 exhaust right?

JollyJamma · Feb 21, 2018

SteveIndeed said:
If you're considering a 987, rather save up a bit more and consider a vanilla 997.1 or .2 C2S: a Beetle, er, 911 crammed full of rear-wheel drive goodness courtesy of a 3.8 flat-six. The 987 has at most a 3.4 which makes more-or-less the same power as 3.6 unit used in the poverty-spec C2. A C2S will also be infinitely more valuable than a 987 in the years to come.

Waht teh fuck are you talking about? I can't keep up with the damn model variation. They all look the same too so why the model change?

The Cayman is a great car and often loved by purists who want an entry level Porche.
I'd take one over the Subaru any day and the only other car I'd possibly look at is a well sorted E46 M3 but those are rare these days. Too many people mangle their E46.

Dr Evil · Feb 21, 2018

If you do buy an E92 M3 just budget about 30k for a bearing change. If it hasn't been done yet then get peace of mind and have it done yourself.

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MSI1104 · Feb 21, 2018

SILTECH786 said:
Why dont then just buy a Jaguar XF type hmmm or a range rover sport

Done the Jag Thing, 6 months 5 turbos gave car back. Last turbo went on my way back 5th replacement day before eid at 90km/h. Was not fixed by next Eid so told them to take it back and F off..

SantaMuerte · Feb 23, 2018

[MENTION=3098]adamr[/MENTION] found something I'm going to try and stretch the budget for.

At that price I can wait a few months longer if I can find another one in the same price range by that time

Clicky for pure sexyness

Toxxyc · Feb 23, 2018

Previous owners: 3 (yoh)

moonsquad · Feb 23, 2018

Odin_ZA said:
[MENTION=3098]adamr[/MENTION] found something I'm going to try and stretch the budget for.

At that price I can wait a few months longer if I can find another one in the same price range by that time

Clicky for pure sexyness

How about a manual?

Even Sexier Cuz Manual

SantaMuerte · Feb 23, 2018

moonsquad said:
How about a manual?

Even Sexier Cuz Manual

I don't drive manual cars. I am too lazy for that shit. Daily Sandton, Midrand and Randburg traffic. Manual is a complete "fuck no" for me

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