| rev:text
| - I came here to check out a silver 2007 Porsche Cayman, VIN WP0AA29877U760256. It's got mid 60k miles, standard gearbox. I have to give some caution with this vehicle for any prospective buyers. I know how much Porsche repairs can be, and extensive research is important.
I knew going in that at this price, there has to be something up.
-The rattling sound at idle is a tip to an IMS (intermediate shaft) issue. The 2006-2008 have much lower occurrences than the previous years, but theres a reason Porsche did away with it for 2009+. I'm not an expert, but I do know an engine replacement is over 10k. Please factor in the cost of a decent drivetrain warranty if you decide on this car.
-I'm also concerned about the amount of smoke that came out from a cold start. I doubt it's cylinder scoring, more likely the vapor oil separator, but factor that in. Extra oil use, VOS, or another engine. *A friend of mine has informed me that he definitely thinks it's bore scoring, but I think it's more likely poor maintenance in it's life so far.
-On the plus side, I got underneath and it doesn't show any signs of issue for the rear seal.
-On the down side, the cars front end has been up a few curbs. The scratching is apparent. This kicks into my research. From what I've seen, this car was taken care of in the most "budget friendly" way possible. That's fine on a Camry, but I'd exercise caution. It may be a 20k car, but it's got 60k car repair costs.
-These cars also can need the clutch cable replaced. When it goes, you don't go until it's replaced. Go aftermarket for a lifelong fix. From all the Caymans (and Boxters) I've driven, that'd be the first thing we look at replacing when he checks into the VOS.
-There was a warning light hidden, if you go into the cars on board system it'll pop the exclamation point. They mentioned it was the fog light, an out bulb. When I checked all the lamps and bulbs, it was on and working, so be mindful that that may be a little electrical gremlin.
Overall, with a warranty it isn't the worst thing in the world, but know your stuff, comb through that contract. Please factor in that price if this will be a primary driver, or it might become a flashy lawn ornament.
For the employees- quick change people were courteous, that's where we had the lift. Scott (sales) spent his time with me, and was great. He went at my pace, let me check and probe everything I wanted to, and was honest when he didn't have an answer for me. From my limited experience there, if recommend the dealership, but be careful with this car. There's a reason (or a few) this great price has been on the lot for over two months.
|
![[RDF Data]](/fct/images/sw-rdf-blue.png)
![[cxml]](/fct/images/cxml_doc.png)
![[csv]](/fct/images/csv_doc.png)
![[text]](/fct/images/ntriples_doc.png)
![[turtle]](/fct/images/n3turtle_doc.png)
![[ld+json]](/fct/images/jsonld_doc.png)
![[rdf+json]](/fct/images/json_doc.png)
![[rdf+xml]](/fct/images/xml_doc.png)
![[atom+xml]](/fct/images/atom_doc.png)
![[html]](/fct/images/html_doc.png)