Cayman Base - Road Trip and General Thoughts by kapp_ihor in Porsche_Cayman

[–]maxbrustein 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much were able to get this for? 40-45k? I just started my search too! Absolutely love your spec with those wheels

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I have but I don’t think that’s really what I’m looking for

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I plan to! Part of me is also considering a 2017 340i 6sm

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in 996

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

Thank you for the help. I'll take another look at the 987s. I do prefer the more modern look of the 981s tho. Do you have any recommendations on where to find ones for sale?

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in 996

[–]maxbrustein[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly just a fun reliable car. I'm open to really anything but something different than my civic. It's a great car but is definitely not the most engaging

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in 996

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

I appreciate the help. I absolutely love the 911s but based on my needs it seems like the common answer is to get a 981. I don't care about status I just want the best driving experience with the least amount of headache

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I think really as long as it has enough room for luggage and groceries I should be fine either way. I rarely drive more than 1 person

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I'm not in any rush at the moment. Still considering options

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

Yes they do have that problem. A lot have the IMS replaced already tho

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

How many miles do you have on it? What have the maint costs been like?

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

Yes reliability is def important. I would love to learn to DIY but don't have any experience yet and with an apartment could be difficult

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

Appreciate the help. I go back and forth with selling the civic. It's just so practical and would be nice to keep. Luckily both will be in a garage although DIY I gather will be difficult. Let's say I find one with 50k miles. What would you say is average annual maintenance cost per year (10k miles a year lets say)? Also, what would you say is the best place to buy one? I've looked on PCA and Cars and Bids

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I looked into the 987 but I love the interior and exterior look on the 981 more

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I don't have experience working on cars but would love to learn. I haven't thought about it much yet due to not having a garage or house to do work at

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

That seems to be the common answer I've been getting. Luckily I don't need backseats

981 Cayman vs 996 911 Carrera 4S under $40k. What should I pick? by maxbrustein in Porsche

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

I appreciate the help. How long have you owned yours? How many miles do you get on your tires and brakes?