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122 messages, Last post on Nov 08, 2009 at 11:08 AM
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Replying to: bibs1 (Jul 16, 2007 4:50 pm) Anyone who has a recent experience -- your feedback would be helpful! donc6
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Replying to: donc6 (Jul 16, 2007 9:25 pm) Second, on pricing, there is roughly a 12-13% markup between MSRP and invoice on the entire car, factory options included. I would think you should be able to get a 6-7% discount, although some geographic areas are more competitive than others. A 10% discount would be a great deal on a brand new car (not demo). You might be able to cut a slightly better deal in September, as the 2008's start to arrive, but now's a pretty good time as well. My dealer indicated that Porsche cut back production on most of its models starting in late 2006 to tighten up supply in anticipation of a bit of a recession in the US. So, in his case, he said he could not match the deal he gave me on a loaded 2005 911S Cab in September 2005 (10.3% discount). He indicated 6-7% is the most he would discount the same car today. That's only one dealer, and the Cayman may be in a different supply situation than the 911S, so shop around. Lastly, I had my best luck dealing directly with sales managers or general managers, rather than sales staff. And I did have to go outside my immediate area (to Baltimore, from DC) to get the best deal. Hasn't been a problem for service (done locally) or in any other way, and I saved at least $5k+ by driving 55 miles for the purchase.
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..has about 10 Cayman/Cayman S in stock... That seems like a lot... |
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Replying to: habitat1 (Jul 20, 2007 7:12 am) No buyers remorse! and I now have a car of my time gone by dreams.... Happy to part of the "club".. D
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Replying to: donc6 (Jul 20, 2007 9:35 pm) 
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Replying to: kyfdx (Jul 21, 2007 2:36 am) Some dealers had more CS's than standards.. others about 50/50. Even though I was only buying the standard (about the least expensive car on the lot), the sales staff treated me with respect, allocated as much time as I needed and seemed adequately fair. I mean, they still need to make a profit on the car. That's about it.. thanks to some nice virtual hand-holding from Edmunds and some very good background information.. see you all down the road!
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Replying to: donc6 (Jul 21, 2007 1:08 pm) This is my first Porsche and I am absolutely wild about this car, so much fun to drive! Just got back from a drive from LA to Monterey and back to catch the MotoGP race at Laguna Seca, took almost entirely back roads. Must admit that I could not keep up with the sport bikes in the real twisty sections of Pacific Coast Highway 1. Already have about 2,300 miles on the car, and I do not drive it every day. I find that I don't use the sound system much because I enjoy listening to the engine so much. So have fun with yours! |
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| Well...thanks for all your responses...I walked into my local dealer and test drove the car I had been eyeing on the net. After test driving it along with my wife...we walked into the salesman's office and I asked what type of discount he could give me on the sticker price. He gave me 10 % off right away. So I went a thousand lower and he gave it to us. We both knew that the '08's were on their way and they had 9 '07's on their lot. So I bought it. It's Atlas grey and the cayman stick. Grey leather int. So far I love the car. Think this is it for me forever. Again thanks to all of you who gave me your experiences to go on. | |
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I have a 2006 Cayman S and I recently had a problem with the rear left stroud. A friend informed me that it seems to happen to a lot of caymans. I lowered my car about 8 months ago with H&R springs, and the dealer doesn't want to be responsible for the repairs because I lower the car. Any comments. Thanks- Shane
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Replying to: shanemstr (Aug 15, 2007 6:13 pm) I'm not an expert on warranties, but if you modify the suspension, and then a related suspension part fails, then they are likely to deny coverage. Good luck with it..
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