Would you run fast in the opposite direction? 06 CTTS
03-22-2019, 12:54 AM
#1
Would you run fast in the opposite direction? 06 CTTS
Hey guys, longtime lurker in the forum. Wanted to get some input and feedback. Came across what seems to be a great deal on a 2006 CTTS but it has 169k miles. I can purchase it for $6,500. Current owner has owned it for over 9 years. Maintenance was done at a dealer regularly. Looking to get service records from owner and a PPI done at the local Porsche dealer. He does say it needs new front tires but that’s it. Seems to be pretty loaded with pano roof, and backup cam. Exterior and interior look to be immaculate. Shows some wear on the wheels but nothing major. I had a 04 CTT that had the transmission issue but wasn’t a huge deal, so I’m use to spending some money on repairs. Not expecting this one to be perfect with that mileage, but don’t want to buy it and immediately dump double the purchase price on it right out of the gate. Regretted selling my 04 ever since the day I did. Just looking for a fun weekend car, won’t get driven a ton. There’s just something I miss about a Cayenne Turbo. Should I run or pick it up for what seems to be a steal?
03-22-2019, 01:07 AM
#2
Instructor
Here's the thing. For $6,500 plus a set of tires, you break even driving it for about a year compared to buying or leasing a comparable car, which will depreciate in value by that same amount as soon as you drive it off the lot. If money isn't a major concern, buy and enjoy it for as long as you can for what it is. These aren't ever going to be a collector car and with 169k miles, this certainly isn't going to be a cream puff. But for that price, I'd do it in a heartbeat if there aren't any major mechanical issues that come up in the PPI. You had a '04 so you know what to expect in terms of basic maintenance costs and traditional issues with the original 955's. If I had the room, I'd park an older 955 next to my 958 just for some off-roading fun. Good luck.
03-22-2019, 10:04 AM
#3
Rennlist Member
I'd go for it, especially considering that you already had a CTT.
03-22-2019, 10:12 AM
#4
Rennlist Member
As a weekend cruiser it sounds like a VG deal.
03-22-2019, 11:07 AM
#5
Just know the pitfalls of the pano roof, repairs to that would exceed what you paid. The other issue with a TTS is very expensive brake jobs. The parts for those brakes are obscenely priced.
03-22-2019, 11:45 AM
#6
Nordschleife Master
Those are the only two big red flags.
Get a good inspection, understand that it's a 13 year old car with a lot of miles.
Since you already owned one, you have a good idea what you are in for (both good & bad).
Trending Topics
03-22-2019, 03:58 PM
#8
I've used r1 concepts for brakes on non race cars and I've been very happy with them. Far less than $1k for all four corners, rotors and pads.
https://www.r1concepts.com/detail_ca...otor+silver+++
https://www.r1concepts.com/detail_ca...otor+silver+++
03-22-2019, 05:42 PM
#9
Burning Brakes
I've used r1 concepts for brakes on non race cars and I've been very happy with them. Far less than $1k for all four corners, rotors and pads.
https://www.r1concepts.com/detail_ca...otor+silver+++
https://www.r1concepts.com/detail_ca...otor+silver+++
03-22-2019, 05:52 PM
#10
03-22-2019, 06:25 PM
#11
Rennlist Member
Agree with others. Seems like it's at the bottom of the depreciation curve at that price and your downside is limited, especially if well maintained. If you've owned one, you already know the joys, sorrows, and expense of these beasts. Just need to budget for brakes and/or be willing to part it out or sell it to a breaker if you have the misfortune of losing the pano or engine.
03-22-2019, 08:23 PM
#13
I agree with jtakhtalian's analysis in post #2. Also, It would be sitting in my driveway right now awaiting its transformation into a TransSyberia-like bad *** off-road Cayenne.
Last edited by CTTS520; 03-22-2019 at 08:43 PM. Reason: Spelling
