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12-13-2006, 01:50 PM
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I'm probably not the best person to give 'Dear Abby' advice on a Cayenne 
But, a CaymanS/open trailer configuration, 25hp +/- will mean nothing. You'll still hardly ever be able to use 6th, you'll be driving the TipS in Manual mode, you'll get the same mileage (9-11mpg).
You may be better of getting an 05 or 06 CPO with 6/100K warranty for less money/less MA excise tax/less insurance and using that $$ for track time/lodging/tires/expendables/etc. But, if you like the new styling, then go ahead.
But, a CaymanS/open trailer configuration, 25hp +/- will mean nothing. You'll still hardly ever be able to use 6th, you'll be driving the TipS in Manual mode, you'll get the same mileage (9-11mpg).
You may be better of getting an 05 or 06 CPO with 6/100K warranty for less money/less MA excise tax/less insurance and using that $$ for track time/lodging/tires/expendables/etc. But, if you like the new styling, then go ahead.
12-13-2006, 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by ltc
I'm probably not the best person to give 'Dear Abby' advice on a Cayenne
But, a CaymanS/open trailer configuration, 25hp +/- will mean nothing. You'll still hardly ever be able to use 6th, you'll be driving the TipS in Manual mode, you'll get the same mileage (9-11mpg).
You may be better of getting an 05 or 06 CPO with 6/100K warranty for less money/less MA excise tax/less insurance and using that $$ for track time/lodging/tires/expendables/etc. But, if you like the new styling, then go ahead.
But, a CaymanS/open trailer configuration, 25hp +/- will mean nothing. You'll still hardly ever be able to use 6th, you'll be driving the TipS in Manual mode, you'll get the same mileage (9-11mpg).
You may be better of getting an 05 or 06 CPO with 6/100K warranty for less money/less MA excise tax/less insurance and using that $$ for track time/lodging/tires/expendables/etc. But, if you like the new styling, then go ahead.
I will definetly look at the CPO Cayenne....
12-13-2006, 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by BostonDMD
The new model will not be 15% off sticker though.......
12-13-2006, 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by BostonDMD
Thanks Lewis, I have the distinct feeling that you know what you are talking about. ....
...."A one eyed man is a leader in the valley of the blind"
Originally Posted by BostonDMD
I will definetly look at the CPO Cayenne....
12-13-2006, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by ltc
Remember:
"A one eyed man is a leader in the valley of the blind"
"A one eyed man is a leader in the valley of the blind"
Lewis, talk to me, should I just look at the touareg instead?
12-13-2006, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by JFScheck
True BUT you will get 380+ horses vice my current 340ish... That's not too bad and has got to be felt in the ole' "**** in the pants driving"...
12-13-2006, 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by BostonDMD
Lewis, talk to me, should I just look at the touareg instead?
In general, it has been reported that Porsche service is superior to Volkswagen service (re: the $80K VW Phaeton and its demise).
So, the Cayenne has that going for it.
In general, diesels are preferred for towing (more torque, better mileage/range), Porsche will never have a diesel, the Touareg V10 TDI is back in 2007, so the Touareg has that going for it.
I'll skip styling (very subjective), since one man's Cayenne is another man's pig in a dress.
In general, in towing, wheelbase is king. Since the Touareg and Cayenne are the same vehicle, it's a wash. For an open aluminum trailer, either would be passable.
I eventually came to the conclusion that a dedicated tow vehicle (wife's Excursion diesel), a daily driver (Ford Hybrid Escape AWD) and some toys (996, 968Cab and the 964 Euro Cup) was better than a compromised daily driver/tow vehicle (Cayenne). Granted, ! had some help along the way.
If I were to do it all over again (and I never will), a diesel Touareg or a diesel Q7 would be the most likely candidate for a compromise daily driver/tow vehicle.
12-13-2006, 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted by ltc
In a Cayenne forum? Cayenne/Touareg.....what's the difference? 65% common parts, 85% VW assembled.
In general, it has been reported that Porsche service is superior to Volkswagen service (re: the $80K VW Phaeton and its demise).
So, the Cayenne has that going for it.
In general, diesels are preferred for towing (more torque, better mileage/range), Porsche will never have a diesel, the Touareg V10 TDI is back in 2007, so the Touareg has that going for it.
I'll skip styling (very subjective), since one man's Cayenne is another man's pig in a dress.
In general, in towing, wheelbase is king. Since the Touareg and Cayenne are the same vehicle, it's a wash. For an open aluminum trailer, either would be passable.
I eventually came to the conclusion that a dedicated tow vehicle (wife's Excursion diesel), a daily driver (Ford Hybrid Escape AWD) and some toys (996, 968Cab and the 964 Euro Cup) was better than a compromised daily driver/tow vehicle (Cayenne). Granted, ! had some help along the way.
If I were to do it all over again (and I never will), a diesel Touareg or a diesel Q7 would be the most likely candidate for a compromise daily driver/tow vehicle.
In general, it has been reported that Porsche service is superior to Volkswagen service (re: the $80K VW Phaeton and its demise).
So, the Cayenne has that going for it.
In general, diesels are preferred for towing (more torque, better mileage/range), Porsche will never have a diesel, the Touareg V10 TDI is back in 2007, so the Touareg has that going for it.
I'll skip styling (very subjective), since one man's Cayenne is another man's pig in a dress.
In general, in towing, wheelbase is king. Since the Touareg and Cayenne are the same vehicle, it's a wash. For an open aluminum trailer, either would be passable.
I eventually came to the conclusion that a dedicated tow vehicle (wife's Excursion diesel), a daily driver (Ford Hybrid Escape AWD) and some toys (996, 968Cab and the 964 Euro Cup) was better than a compromised daily driver/tow vehicle (Cayenne). Granted, ! had some help along the way.
If I were to do it all over again (and I never will), a diesel Touareg or a diesel Q7 would be the most likely candidate for a compromise daily driver/tow vehicle.
