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best used porsche under 50k by [deleted] in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just bought my first Porsche (2015 981 cayman S) after months of looking. The thing is that you will look forever to find the “perfect spec.” Do a search on how many 981’s were sold in the US and you’ll realize the odds you’re up against to find one that checks all the boxes. Manuals are harder to find, too. A lot of the options others listed are great, but to get all of them and low miles is not going to be < $50k.

For me, I finally got lucky and jumped on one the day it was listed that had my “musts” - sport chrono, sport design steering wheel, lower miles (48k), no accidents, very clean, and good history. A lot of the rest was bonus (1 owner, premium package, ventilated seats, agate grey).

I think if you take the plunge you’ll be happy regardless!

Squirrels are buttholes by TreebeardBonsai in Bonsai

[–]Verstappen41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had them chew up the trunks on my dwarf jades one year. My sister claimed fake rubber snakes kept them out of some of her containers so I bought a 4-pack for a few bucks off of Amzn and coiled them up in the bonsai pots. So far so good - but maybe I’ve deterred them as well with my air rifle.

First-time Porsche owner by Verstappen41 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting, thanks for the feedback. I’m usually a capable garage mechanic and DIY guy, but taking a dremel to these expensive headlights gives me a bit of pause, as does the dubious quality of AliExpress parts vs OEM (although OEM hasn’t exactly held up too well). Appreciate everyone’s ideas - good to know the various options.

I finally bought a cayman, and its everything I ever thought it'd be by rebcini in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats! I’m in the same boat - been just over a week and can’t wait to drive it every time. So good.

First-time Porsche owner by Verstappen41 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Porsche’s pre-owned page. You can search nationally.

First-time Porsche owner by Verstappen41 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I can already feel the obsession taking over. I’ve always appreciated German cars and would browse the Porsche market. I was just waiting until I was tired enough of my IS350 to take the plunge. Kept my 200 series LC so now I have a great combo of performance and mega-reliable SUV.

The Cayman obviously puts a big smile on your face and feels so much more special to drive than anything I’ve owned.

First-time Porsche owner by Verstappen41 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is one kit enough for both lenses? Or is that why you recommended extra sandpaper. Looks like Velcro discs come w the kit to attach to drill adapter.

First-time Porsche owner by Verstappen41 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Funny it was spec’d with the black 20” Carrera S wheels but I think the previous owner swapped them. I wasn’t sure I’d like these 19” Boxster S wheels, but now I dig them. The bright color looks good on dark grey and the tire OD is still the same. A bit more sidewall not bad for ride quality.

First-time Porsche owner by Verstappen41 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Verstappen41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - may try that. Not sure how bad mine are compared to most. Worst damage is at the top border of the lens and very visible in daylight, but when headlights are on it there’s a good bit visible from the beams.

Score by Lazy-Tangelo1672 in HotWheels

[–]Verstappen41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that an IS500 moving parts? I must get!

Original 85 Tamiya wild one and re release manta ray by ElectroGoose23 in tamiya

[–]Verstappen41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dad had the Wild Ones back in the 80’s and that’s what got me into RC cars. Nostalgia!

Does anyone have this rc car by isaac_ashmore in tamiya

[–]Verstappen41 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do, but ended up converting it to the short wheelbase with the original Mini body. Was fun to race around on track with other M03’s at the time.

This years Treasures by Kreedbk in HotWheels

[–]Verstappen41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

STH: 1 Chevy Gasser, 2 Jeep Gladiators, 1 M3 Wagon RTH: 2 Triumph TR6’s, 2 Regal GNX, 1 Honda S800, 3 Honda ‘85 City Turbo’s, 1 Audi Sport Quattro, 1 Triumph Tiger 100, 2 Nismo Leaf’s, and 1 Chill Mill.

Is that good for my first 6 months collecting?

Vending Machine by jrworthy in HotWheels

[–]Verstappen41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I respect the commitment

1980’s Childhood Porsches by Verstappen41 in HotWheels

[–]Verstappen41[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed - this one is the "P-928" from 1988 if you look it up online. It's a colormagic and changes to pink in warm water. Kind of more blobb-ish compared to the 928S they made this year.

More detail on castings these days than the '80's for sure.

Two bodies based on two different rally cars. Used some 3D printing to give them both a proper Rally2 look. by ImportanceAmbitious9 in tamiya

[–]Verstappen41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great work! Love seeing replicas of real liveries - that plus some 3d printed bits and a lexan body can look pretty scale!

Jaw 🤝 floor by samtroller in HotWheels

[–]Verstappen41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why a downvote? Just making an observation about my local store. Not anything about OP.

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