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I have both. 2011 C2S and a 2009 Cayenne Turbo S. But this is how I got here:

Had an Audi A4 for approx a year and traded it for an Audi S4. Traded the Audi s4 for a 996 c2. The 996 was the best car I had owned to that point. While I had that I also had an F250 diesel. It really was fun having 2 vehicles at polar opposites.

For some reason I then sold the f250 and traded the c2 for an Audi A8L. That was just a bad decision. Got bored with it and traded it for a E60 M5.

Why do I tell u all this? Because ever since I got rid of the 996, I missed the feel of the Porsche. I would tell everyone that the 996 was the best car I had ever had, and I never should have gotten rid of it. Fast forward a little bit and I got married and we had 2 children. I sought out a new to me pre owned Cayenne that would bring back the magic. I found the cayenne turbo s with 15k miles on it and as soon as I took my first turn in it, I knew I wanted it. How could an SUV transmit so much more steering feel than my 500hp "Ultimate Driving Machine???"

Well, I still have the cayenne, and I have since added the c2s to the lineup. I love both and they serve completely different purposes. And I've added an Audi rs4 to the stable.

If I were u, I would strongly consider keeping the carrera. I think u will miss it dearly. While the cayenne is awesome, you will still yearn for that cut from that single piece of steel solidity of the carrera. Maybe consider adding a pre owned Audi Q7 with the S line package or even a touraeg?

pontifex4

I bought the Cayenne to tow my race car, but also because I was 'between 911s'. The driving experience is not particularly similar, but it's a seriously excellent vehicle.

eidolon

I am wholly in love with my Cayenne S (957) just as much as I am with my 911 (996C4)... I love have the option of Porsche choice.

malahhaor

Can anyone comment on 957 GTS handling vs 958? Both w/o PDCC

vbb

You are probably right. Here I am trying to be practical, but the reality is that I know I'm going to miss the 911 a lot... and if I sell it, chances are high I won't be jumping back in to one anytime soon.

Nothing is set in stone of course, and all of this is speculative, but perhaps the play here is to start shopping for less expensive daily drivers that have the family space and utility rather than trying to get a "do it all" vehicle in a Cayenne GTS or Turbo.

Jon Moeller

Sold my first 911 (996), and lived in regret before buying my second two years later. Soon-to-be-wife brought home her 2011 Cayenne S, last night, and we now have the best of both worlds. If you can keep the 911, do it.

mm86911

Felt like time for a change. . . sold my '05 997 C2 (and a really clean Honda Accord) and moved to a '14 Cayenne GTS as a daily driver. Great decision and still enjoying a Porsche. I've had 80's 911s and raced a widebody SC for a few years so my ultimate plan is to build a minimalist 911 (SC vintage widebody) and have the GTS for transport to the track. The GTS is fun to drive yet keeps me in check with the limits of an SUV - less likely to push the limits like I was doing with the 997.

2014 958 GTS
2005 997 (gone)
1979 911 widebody (gone)
1986 911 Targa (gone)

eidolon

It think you've answered your own question.... personally, I wouldn't not rule out a well optioned Cayenne S either.

garrett376

My 958 Turbo is a do it all: it gives the thrill of speed, handles incredibly, the whole family gets to come along in absolute comfort... it tows the race car effortlessly, it goes off-road with ease, is an incredible road trip car in the dry or blizzard conditions, holds lots of stuff, and is efficient for a car its size. I sold a 957 GTS AND an 03 C4S for my 958 TT and it was a fantastic choice that the entire family enjoys. It makes the 957 GTS feel like a bloated slug and at times I wonder if it could turn a faster lap time than even my 996 race car...

gnat

Have a diesel and a 996 C4. Both are entirely different vehicles and both an absolute blast to drive in their own ways. Best bet is to keep both if you can, but if not just go in not expecting the P!g to be a 911.

See the recent "Cayenne is not a Boxster" thread for what will happen if you come back complaining that it's not a 911

eidolon

+1 on that!

o'bluetouring

I sold my 2010 997.2 C2 after two years of owning the CPO'ed Carrera two weeks ago and picked up an used 2013 Cayenne GTS. No PDCC/PTV. Just the basic air suspension. Since I walk to work, we didn't need two cars and 997.2 was too small to be the only car in the family, therefore we got the GTS.

It felt like the take-off from a dead stop at the non-carpool on ramp to get onto the highway is equally fast as 997.2 C2, but it definitely doesn't corner as well if the ramp isn't straight.

The ride is VERY comfortable though compare to 997.2, even at Sport mode. The PSE note is beautiful (as the natural V8 sound). In two weeks of ownership, I think the Cayenne GTS gets more attention from other motorists than our old 997.2.

As someone above mentioned, some maintenance items are more on the Cayenne according to my trusty indy shop: oil change and brakes are more on Cayenne, major is slightly cheaper and minor is about the same. Insurance is more too.

Do I regret it? Not really. I would keep both cars if I have deeper pockets. This kind of play into my master plan: keep this Cayenne GTS as the family hauler and get myself a 993 down the road as a weekend car.

4ocious

My 10 CGTS (957) was a whale compared to my porpoise-like 11 CTT (958). Totally different SUV's. That's why I recommend a 958 or newer. Like a lot of other Rennlister's I too get bored with my rides after a while. And I've wasted a lot of money chasing the dream which really doesn't exist. I'm currently in my happy place and don't envision a change for a long time. IMO I think I have the right combo, 09 997.1TT 6MT for fun (and sun) and my 11 CTT for everything else!

stephen k

Former 997.1 S Cab and 987.1 S owner here and if you are consolidating into one + kids I'd go Cayenne Turbo. Its highly useful, quick, comfortable, and retains Porsche quality and feel. Do not expect it to feel like a overgrown 911 but rather the most athletic and precise SUV on the planet.

Stephen

ssun01

Own both currently, 997.2 4S and 958 CTS. I agree with most of the previous posters that if you can keep both then you have the best of all worlds. For one car only, Cayenne is such a great performer that you won’t be disappointed with it. Other than Cayenne I would also like to suggest you to test drive a Macan since you mentioned you would like to stay in the Porsche brand; not counting other factors between Macan and Cayenne, Macan is closer to 911 in term of the driving experience imho (may not be a popular one over here). At the end of the day, it’s your car and your choice, really you should drive them all then decide.