Any Cayenne owners former or current 911 owners?
03-16-2016, 11:46 PM
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I have had a 79 911SC, an 87 Cab, a 95 C2, a 2000 C4 Cab and now a 2008 CTT with PDCC. I love the 911 and having just sold my C4 Cab, I will be adding another 911 to the stable soon. It will probably a 2005 911 Turbo S.
I love the Cayenne Turbo and have never once gotten bored driving it. On the other hand, the 911 has a special feeling to it that really gets in your blood. It is definitively addictive...28 years of 911 ownership is proof enough!
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TomF
I love the Cayenne Turbo and have never once gotten bored driving it. On the other hand, the 911 has a special feeling to it that really gets in your blood. It is definitively addictive...28 years of 911 ownership is proof enough!
Cheers,
TomF
03-17-2016, 01:22 PM
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A Cayenne GTS has been my only street driver. It's my 3rd Cayenne and my 18th Porsche. The last daily driver 911 I had was a 99 996, which I sold at 145k miles and replaced with a Cayman. I only miss my 911s due to nostalgic reasons (especially my early 911s), and this passes quickly when I drive my present cars including the Cayenne.
Long story short, I thoroughly enjoy my Cayenne GTS as an only street driver. It's more than enough for US roads and I can share the fun drive with friends/family/dog. Mind you, I have race cars if I really want to get my fix, which a street 911 can't provide anyway.
Long story short, I thoroughly enjoy my Cayenne GTS as an only street driver. It's more than enough for US roads and I can share the fun drive with friends/family/dog. Mind you, I have race cars if I really want to get my fix, which a street 911 can't provide anyway.
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03-18-2016, 10:57 PM
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I have 991 GT3 and '11 CTT. I used to daily the GT3 for 2 years - driving it 6-7 days a week. Now I drive CTT 3 days a week or so. I also drive on a track ~2 times a month.
CTT is still an exciting car for me to drive. I enjoy it on a twisty road MORE than I enjoyed Cayman loaners I was getting when taking cars to service. It's slightly more difficult to drive precisely and thus more fun than you achieve that. With PDCC, it's pretty awesome in corners. The gearbox is sometimes frustrating and the engine is laggy though. But it's fun to work with these limitations.
So, it's not as flawless a car as a 911 might be, but as a whole package it's still very entertaining. And its go-anywhere attitude expands the range of fun to be had. Once I was driving through Oregon with wife and kids, and we were passing by some coastal area. On a whim turned off-road, drove over rocks and sand and had a nice sunset picnic on a wild beach (I made sure there were some bigger trucks not too far doing the same, in case I get stuck, though - sand dunes are treacherous).
Regarding maintenance vs. 911 - it's comparable. Some parts are cheaper (e.g., pads) some are more expensive (oil, because more of it), but in general the maintenance interval is longer, so it's probably cheaper in total.
I would definitely recommend it (only with PDCC), although it's not an equivalent replacement for a 911, of course.
CTT is still an exciting car for me to drive. I enjoy it on a twisty road MORE than I enjoyed Cayman loaners I was getting when taking cars to service. It's slightly more difficult to drive precisely and thus more fun than you achieve that. With PDCC, it's pretty awesome in corners. The gearbox is sometimes frustrating and the engine is laggy though. But it's fun to work with these limitations.
So, it's not as flawless a car as a 911 might be, but as a whole package it's still very entertaining. And its go-anywhere attitude expands the range of fun to be had. Once I was driving through Oregon with wife and kids, and we were passing by some coastal area. On a whim turned off-road, drove over rocks and sand and had a nice sunset picnic on a wild beach (I made sure there were some bigger trucks not too far doing the same, in case I get stuck, though - sand dunes are treacherous).
Regarding maintenance vs. 911 - it's comparable. Some parts are cheaper (e.g., pads) some are more expensive (oil, because more of it), but in general the maintenance interval is longer, so it's probably cheaper in total.
I would definitely recommend it (only with PDCC), although it's not an equivalent replacement for a 911, of course.
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03-19-2016, 10:33 AM
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I have 991 GT3 and '11 CTT. I used to daily the GT3 for 2 years - driving it 6-7 days a week. Now I drive CTT 3 days a week or so. I also drive on a track ~2 times a month. CTT is still an exciting car for me to drive. I enjoy it on a twisty road MORE than I enjoyed Cayman loaners I was getting when taking cars to service. It's slightly more difficult to drive precisely and thus more fun than you achieve that. With PDCC, it's pretty awesome in corners. The gearbox is sometimes frustrating and the engine is laggy though. But it's fun to work with these limitations. So, it's not as flawless a car as a 911 might be, but as a whole package it's still very entertaining. And it's go-anywhere attitude expands the range of fun to be had. Once I was driving through Oregon with wife and kids, and we were passing by some coastal area. On a whim turned off-road, drove over rocks and sand and had a nice sunset picnic on a wild beach (I made sure there were some bigger trucks not too far doing the same, in case I get stuck, though - sand dunes are treacherous). Regarding maintenance vs. 911 - it's comparable. Some parts are cheaper (e.g., pads) some are more expensive (oil, because more of it), but in general the maintenance interval is longer, so it's probably cheaper in total. I would definitely recommend it (only with PDCC), although it's not an equivalent replacement for a 911, of course.
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03-21-2016, 08:09 AM
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I went from a 997 TT to a cayenne diesel . I wanted a more useful vehicle . Neither car is my DD . In a perfect world I would have both ? But I am trying to simplify and its working . When I traded the 997 I had a 996 cabrio , MB GLK bluetec and a BMW cycle . Now just the cayenne D and it is easy. Now to complete my boat refit ?
04-05-2016, 03:23 AM
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I've owned a 993 911 (wish I still had it), the wife's 02" Boxster S is in the shop on the lift, it's her summer fun car. I currently have an 07" 911 tt (selling soon) and a 15" GT3. In 2006 we bought the wife an 06" Cayenne S which she drove up until 2014. It was a good daily driver for her and the grandkids but just to underpowered etc. for me to really want to drive it. I put her into a 14" Cayenne GTS and now I can say I love it too. It handles on the open road and back roads beautifully, plenty of power and the sound of that normally aspirated V8 is intocicating. I have friends that own the Cayenne tt and they also love it. For me the GTS still lets you feel as if your in a sport car, the sound the handling, just remember to secure the groceries in the back.
04-05-2016, 06:25 AM
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I have a 997.2 2012 911 GTS and a 2011 Cayenne Turbo. As you know, two completely different cars and if you like what the 911 offers in sports car feel you can't get that from the Cayenne.
My Cayenne turbo has PDCC, 21" wheels with low profile high-performance summer tires and corners like it's on rails especially when the air suspension is dropped to the lowest level. The handling is superb for a SUV and second to no other SUV but due to the weight and height you will feel the heft when cornering no matter how well it grips.
The 911 is pure sport and precision - there is no substitute. Personally, if I were you I would keep the 911 and just get another average SUV for the family duties. With an average SUV you will not expect sport performance out of it and it's simply a tool. And you will be exhilarated once you have a chance to get into your 911. If all you have is a Cayenne, then you may be expecting and looking for that sports car performance which will leave you wanting.
My Cayenne turbo has PDCC, 21" wheels with low profile high-performance summer tires and corners like it's on rails especially when the air suspension is dropped to the lowest level. The handling is superb for a SUV and second to no other SUV but due to the weight and height you will feel the heft when cornering no matter how well it grips.
The 911 is pure sport and precision - there is no substitute. Personally, if I were you I would keep the 911 and just get another average SUV for the family duties. With an average SUV you will not expect sport performance out of it and it's simply a tool. And you will be exhilarated once you have a chance to get into your 911. If all you have is a Cayenne, then you may be expecting and looking for that sports car performance which will leave you wanting.
04-05-2016, 02:15 PM
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I agree with ahimanic. I would get a cheaper SUV just for hauling. I have the 911 and the CTT and the CTT is close, but it is not the same. I am not sure about the Cayenne GTS with the V6 Turbo. I think the NA V8 would be a nice ride
04-05-2016, 05:34 PM
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I have a 2012 997 S Cab and a 2015 Cayenne S. My Cayenne has PDCC, PTV and Air Susp.
The Cayenne handles fantastic for a SUV and is a hoot to drive. It is faster 0-60 and with a stated top end of 160 than my 1999 996 that I owned. However after driving it all winter and then getting in the 997 well lets face it there is a world of difference. If I was only allowed one car it would probably be the Cayenne because of its great range of capabilities. But I would be sad.
The Cayenne handles fantastic for a SUV and is a hoot to drive. It is faster 0-60 and with a stated top end of 160 than my 1999 996 that I owned. However after driving it all winter and then getting in the 997 well lets face it there is a world of difference. If I was only allowed one car it would probably be the Cayenne because of its great range of capabilities. But I would be sad.
04-05-2016, 09:54 PM
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I replaced my 09 GTS with 13 GTS...it puts a smile on my face every time I get behind the wheel. I drive the 04 Cab the most but I love them all. It's hard for me to justify driving the 993 for fear of an accident or putting miles on it. I know ....just drive the damm car and don't worry about the resale value on it. I am really looking forward to the redesign of the Panamera and hope to scratch that itch next year.
