I’m looking into getting this 2009. I had a mechanic do a PPi for me since I am not in the same state as the vehicle. How does the exhaust sound to you? He was not able to send a bore scope inside but said it sounds like it could have an exhaust leak. Mechanic stated there was no smoke upon cold start. Only two previous owners.
Wanted to get the communitie’s opinion on which vehicle to get. I probably wouldn’t daily it but it’s something i’m gonna drive too often to call a “weekend car” if that makes any sense🤷🏻♂️. Maybe something i take on a longer trip. This would be my first Porsche. Thanks in advance.
Which of these is going to be more reliable?
Better for a forever car?
Better parts availability?
Better for DIY?
2009-2012 Porsche Cayman (987.2)
2.9L NA Flat Six
RWD
Manual
2013-2016 Porsche Cayman (981)
2.7 NA Flat Six
RWD
Manual
Wanted to get the communities opinion on which vehicle to get. All three options are under Volkswagen technically but that’s just a coincidence. I don’t have any brand preference at the moment. I probably wouldn’t daily it but it’s something i’m gonna drive too often to call a “weekend car” if that makes any sense🤷🏻♂️. Maybe something i take on a longer trip. I don’t really care about initial cost.
Which of these is going to be more reliable?
Better parts availability?
Better for DIY?
2008-2012 Audi S5
4.2L NA V8
AWD
Manual
2009-2012 Porsche Cayman (987.2)
2.9L NA Flat Six, Mid engine
RWD
Manual
2013-2016 Porsche Cayman (981)
2.7 NA Flat Six, Mid Engine
RWD
Manual