MadMaxzh55

Hey guys, I have been browsing this forum for some time but just created an account. A local dealer has a 2013 Cayenne Diesel for sale with 73k miles in a good price range. Is it worth it with that many miles or should I save up for one with fewer miles? Test driving it on Monday and is there things I should look for? I plan on purchasing a service coverage plan for any major mechanical issues and just do the small stuff (oil changes, brake pads, etc.) at my father's garage shop.

Thanks in advance! I've never owned a Porsche but I love the 958 Cayennes.

RS-America

Our 2013 CD was on the first boatload that came to North America. 87k miles so far principally off-road rally and overlanding.
No real issues so far. Would check the 'Diesel Gate' thread pined here.
Other than that would want to know if has been 'fixed' aka neutered. We chose to not have ours 'fixed' as we need the low end torque and range.
Next see how much of VW-Porsche monetary & warranty compensation you may be entitled to. ie how much extended warranty is left. Then there is an upfront payment from Porsche and Bosch -then- there is an additional payment from them after getting the 'fix'. If these have not already been claimed you could be entitled to them.
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Kayaknfly

mlange1970

Bought my 2013 CD in August as a CPO with ~60k for $31k if that helps from a price perspective. Pretty basic options.

Not worried about the mileage on a diesel so I was more focused on other things - condition of the int/ext, maintenance records via carfax, etc...

If it's clean and comes with a good warranty and a fair price the mileage wouldn't bother me.

Spyerx

I've a 2013 with 65k miles (and will drive it until the warranty is up in 2021, into the ground!). It's been very reliable. The biggest issues:
--adblue heater failure. super common, supposedly the later part fixes the issue
--And a leak on the timing shaft (top, back of engine as you look at the engine bay). this shows itself as oil on the bell housing between the engine and transmission under the car. Several of the 2013 had an assembly error that would cause this very minor seeping. Fixed under warranty, but a huge job - pull engine, disassemble top end, reassemble, etc. Car has been great since. If it wasn't under warranty I wouldn't have bothered with it.

I think you'll find MOSt issues folks have had are with the above two issues, also the DEF injector, and the sports chronology clock second hands like to fall off

Kris Murphy

For reference, I just bought a 2013 CD last Monday from a local Porsche dealer. 72,000 Miles. Fairly well optioned with 14 way seats, tow hitch, premium package, bose, etc. (original MSRP of $79K).

Has CPO until end of May, and the fairly impressive diesel warranty. Paid $26k. I feel like it is a ton of car for the money, and the fact that it is under warranty for anything that causes a check engine light until 125K is pretty great.

assyrianme

Flew out to pick up a 80k diesel panoramic and it had a leak. He just left me in the middle of a small town and had to find a way back. He got it resealed at the dealership and I flew out again. Best vehicle ever for 24k. Check for oil leaks. If you ever run into a resealed Cayenne, grab it!!
Changed transmission fluid (dark) and filter. Do it right away (not flush) and then the next year just empty the pan and fill up for the rest of the fluid. Every two years after.

Eskimo1

What did you use to fill the trans / make sure it was at the right level?

assyrianme

I followed these instructions and used a thermometer laser to get the right temperature. I also created this pump.

Instructions
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Pump