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Replying to: mdellinger (May 29, 2008 9:53 pm)
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Replying to: ratings (Jun 02, 2008 10:14 pm)
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Replying to: mdellinger (Jun 03, 2008 6:33 am) Also, if you're looking for an iPod or Bluetooth connection, talk to Eric Schaeffer in Service as he recommends the mObridge (which will set you back about $1200 installed). Porsche does NOT make OEM iPod or Bluetooth hardwired to the PCM 2.1...I've done the research (compared Nav-Tv, Dension 500, Tooki, mObridge, etc). Michael Stead, so far, has the cheapest price for the product and installation but mObridge has a backlog on their end as far as production goes. It may take awhile to get your hands on one... |
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Replying to: 5terre (Jun 02, 2008 10:23 pm) Just like to know why you choose the GTS then the new turbo.Is the GTS really better like I have been hearing. Would you post some driving experience comfort handling etc.
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| Appreciate the info. I am getting the impression from other blogs that the new Cayenne's are improved enough to justify a new one. I will probably target a new Cayenne S--it has enough power and drives great. | |
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Replying to: bmlexus (Jun 04, 2008 1:43 pm) Unfortunately, at this time of year you cannot custom order your Porsche. You can only get what's out there, unless you want to wait until the next production year --2009. Otherwise, I probably would have included the PDCC so you can take turns better. In the 300 miles I've put in the car so far, I haven't really noticed any leaning when I take turns fast. Maybe for the average Joe like me, the base suspension should suffice. As far as comfort goes, the Cayenne GTS is not like my Landcruiser. It's not made for comfort. It's built for speed and the GTS Sport seats are rigid (to keep you in). The Sport Seat Package is standard on the GTS and the Turbo. I read in another forum where a guy had some of the stiff foam from the side bolsters removed because it was pinching his ribs!! You may want to consider getting the soft leather seat option on a Cayenne S if you want comfort, or buy a new Landcruiser. That SUV is hard to beat. The powerful 383 hp ride is so comfortable it'll put you to sleep! I'll have to take the GTS on a longer ride before I can truly comment on comfort. I can tell you though that my wife is complaining that the seats are not as soft as the one found in our Landcruiser. If your significant other is like my wife and you don't want to hear constant complaining from your passenger, you may really want to consider getting the Cayenne S with the soft leather seats. In fact I insist! In sum, I wanted an SUV that flies, not one that cradles me. I took it on a side road (without my wife, of course) and went as fast as 100mph and it felt like I was shot like an arrow on a windless day. The steering wheel didn't even jitter in the least bit and the engine roared (especially in the Sport mode). It'll take your breath away. In the end, this may be my only Porsche (I hope not) so I decided to splurge a little and got the GTS. I have nothing against the Turbo (who does?), but if I splurged more, I'm afraid I'd be tapping into my kid's college education fund not to mention my 401k. Good luck shopping and I hope I answered some of your questions! By the way, did you see yesterday's JD Power and Associates survey? Porsche #1 ...
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Replying to: 5terre (Jun 05, 2008 9:38 pm) My wife has a Lexus GX, so we get our luxury from that. I will probably try to find the sportiest Cayenne S that I can find in the color that I want. I refuse to pay too much. High-end cars and trucks are tough to sell right now, but of course, no one wants my trade either, so I am trying to sell my other SUV to a private party. Once that sells (hopefully this weekend), I will be working the Porsche dealers on their pricing--can't wait to be driving my new Cayenne S. Thanks again for everyone's input. |
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I haven't visited this wonderful forum for a couple of years now, but just wanted to add my story of leasing a Cayenne which I think will help all of you who are in the process of leasing/purchasing one. I live in AZ and went to the north Scottsdale dealership and looked for a base model Cayenne back in 2006. In no way should I have even stepped onto the lot there as I knew I couldn't afford to buy a Cayenne or even lease one, but thought was the heck. The sales people pretty much ignored me (I was 32, but looked like 22) but once they did come over, I told them I was just looking. The salesman was very cool though and actually ran some numbers for me. At that point (first time seeing the numbers), it was $4k down and monthly payment of around $750 for a MSRP $51k Porsche Cayenne. Long story short...I walked out as I couldn't afford these payments or the down payment. However, as I immediately fell in love with this vehicle and I noticed it had been sitting on the lot for over 5 months (it was a manual which is what I wanted), I began a process of going into this dealership about once a week for the next 2 months. It was pretty funny as I think they thought I was crazy, but I tell you what, each time I went in the price got lower and lower. I even got to the point twice where they washed the car and had it ready for me, but I didn't sign the docs as I still was trying to get it a bit lower. I did a ton of research on this forum and also just gathered info about how leases worked so I could mush numbers with my salesperson. So anyway, one day they called and said you got to come in as they just "discovered" a new finance leasing deal via a national bank on the car and I couldn't pass this up. It was of course the last day of the month:) So I went in and drove away with my brand new 2006 Porsche Cayenne for $2k down and only $498 per month (not including tax). So in a little over 2 months of time, I was able to save over $11k in payments and down payment for my 39 month lease. So the moral of this story, and I know not everyone can walk into their dealership every week like I did, is that these dealerships have plenty of room to bargain and a ton of back-end deals to make almost any sale profitable, especially in today's economy. So do your homework and be patient and you will save some serious $$$. *Kudos to the dealership in north Scottsdale for putting up with me!
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Replying to: statman1 (Jun 08, 2008 12:18 pm) First of all did you buy this cayenne in 2006 or recently. The sales people pretty much ignored me (I was 32, but looked like 22) but once they did come over, I told them I was just looking LOL thats funny  I began a process of going into this dealership about once a week for the next 2 months. It was pretty funny as I think they thought I was crazy, but I tell you what, each time I went in the price got lower and lower. Every week  hahaha any1 would think that you are crazy. Thats interesting that every time you went in the price got lower at least it was worth it. I even got to the point twice where they washed the car and had it ready for me, but I didn't sign the docs as I still was trying to get it a bit lower That doesn't sound nice they must have been mad at you. So in a little over 2 months of time, I was able to save over $11k in payments and down payment for my 39 month lease. So the moral of this story, and I know not everyone can walk into their dealership every week like I did When I am ready to purchase I might give it a try going every week  Not all the dealerships are nice. I remember reading sometime ago a very rude bmw sales guy told a lady go back to volkswagen your not worth getting a bmw 
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Replying to: 5terre (Jun 05, 2008 9:38 pm) Yes it caught my eyes as well the looks IMO is better than the S.. As far as comfort goes, the Cayenne GTS is not like my Landcruiser. It's not made for comfort. It's built for speed and the GTS Sport seats are rigid (to keep you in). The Sport Seat Package is standard on the GTS and the Turbo. I read in another forum where a guy had some of the stiff foam from the side bolsters removed because it was pinching his ribs!! That doesn't sound comfy. pinching his ribs You may want to consider getting the soft leather seat option on a Cayenne S if you want comfort, or buy a new Landcruiser. That SUV is hard to beat. The powerful 383 hp ride is so comfortable it'll put you to sleep! In sum, I wanted an SUV that flies, not one that cradles me. I took it on a side road (without my wife, of course) and went as fast as 100mph and it felt like I was shot like an arrow on a windless day. The steering wheel didn't even jitter in the least bit and the engine roared (especially in the Sport mode). It'll take your breath away. That sounds like the car is very stable at high speeds after all its a porsche! Well yes I do like comfort. Cruiser is nice but too big for me. I'll have to take the GTS on a longer ride before I can truly comment on comfort Al rite. can tell you though that my wife is complaining that the seats are not as soft as the one found in our Landcruiser. If your significant other is like my wife and you don't want to hear constant complaining from your passenger, you may really want to consider getting the Cayenne S with the soft leather seats. In fact I insist! Why did you not consider the soft leathers Yes I would get the soft leather but I am not purchasing anytime soon. There are so much to choose from!!! Good luck shopping and I hope I answered some of your questions! By the way, did you see yesterday's JD Power and Associates survey? Porsche #1 ... Yes I did thank you BTW have you seen the new X6 its very interesting.
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