Would you buy this 2009 Cayenne with 49k miles?

[rhl]

Hi guys,

 

I've been searching for a 957 over the last few months and I think i finally found the right car. The car is being sold through Shift.com and has a 200 point check. The reports look good, except for the minor cosmetic damages. I followed up with the service centers to see if the car is in good shape and everything checks out. One concern, is the mileage being around 50k. I was told that I should expect to replace the drive shaft over the next few thousand miles. Porsche service quote $2k for labor and parts--does that seem reasonable or would be closer to half of that at an independent service center? Also, this would be my first Porsche. Until now, I've been driving BMWs, so maintenance was covered. What can I expect in maintenance costs for 50k,60k, 70k?.. for you Orange County members, any good recommendations on an independent service center?

 

FWIW, this car seems like a good deal with low mileage and no visible problems--at least to me. The more important question is, would you guys buy this if you were in the market for a 957? Any concerns? 

 

Thanks in advance!

 

https://shift.com/car/c196617

 

[lewisweller]

44 minutes ago, rhl said:

Hi guys,

 

I've been searching for a 957 over the last few months and I think i finally found the right car. The car is being sold through Shift.com and has a 200 point check. The reports look good, except for the minor cosmetic damages. I followed up with the service centers to see if the car is in good shape and everything checks out. One concern, is the mileage being around 50k. I was told that I should expect to replace the drive shaft over the next few thousand miles. Porsche service quote $2k for labor and parts--does that seem reasonable or would be closer to half of that at an independent service center? Also, this would be my first Porsche. Until now, I've been driving BMWs, so maintenance was covered. What can I expect in maintenance costs for 50k,60k, 70k?.. for you Orange County members, any good recommendations on an independent service center?

 

FWIW, this car seems like a good deal with low mileage and no visible problems--at least to me. The more important question is, would you guys buy this if you were in the market for a 957? Any concerns? 

 

Thanks in advance!

 

https://shift.com/car/c196617

 

Looks clean enough but I would be looking over the past 8 years of service history and receipts with a fine tooth comb. Although low mileage the components which may become problematic over time could well be the biggest potential cost hindrance for your maintenance and up keep budget. This is certainly a smarter buy than a 955 v8 in my opinion.  Needs a set of rims to fill those arches! 

[rhl]

Thanks for the advice. Do you think it's worth it to buy the $4k "bumper to bumper" ally warranty over 3 years or just roll the dice?

[ttocs]

Great looking vehicle! . . . but I gotta agree with lewisweller, bigger rims.

 

A friend bought a very low mileage and well maintained older Boxster 3 years ago and got the 4 year warranty for $2400. Over $10,000 in repairs later, he's happy! Two repairs account for most of the $10k, the radio which had a mysterious fault that resulted in just about the entire audio system being replaced by Porsche, and the transmission which was done by a independent which resulted in a lower bill to the insurance company. I'm a fan of warranties for vehicles with possible high dollar fixes.

 

Good luck!

 

edit: just noticed this, in the first photo it looks as though there might be something hanging below the rear axle area, kinda looks like wires maybe ?? not sure.

Edited February 1, 2017 by ttocs

[lewisweller]

For 4k I would have there arm off for a 3year no quibble warranty. Read the small print first. 

[phatz]

sure looks like it has been wrecked