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I'm a new owner and a long, long, long time lurker here at Planet-9 aka CaymanClub for a few years now. I would first like to thank everyone on the boards who contributes in any manner, because I can honestly say- without this site, I would not have bought a Cayman. Here is my story. I had a custom 2006 Cayman S on order which I did not take delivery on because of change in plans for work (medical resident). Never forgot about the CS, got busy with residency and recently started looking around for the "right" Cayman. My familiarity with Porsche comes via a 964 Carrera 2 my father still owns (35K miles, mint).
Because there was now the newer DFI variant CS, I considered ordering a brand new CS. But while looking at various websites (cars, autotrader, ebaymotors ) I began to see that the Cayman has taken a serious hit on depreciation since I ordered my 2006 Cayman. Weighing the options, I decided to look for a pristine, single owner vehicle with the desired options I wanted. The must haves for me were: Xenon Headlamps, Full Leather, Sport Chrono, Heated Seats, Auto Climate Control (seriously, why is this an option?), 19inch wheels (not Carerra S, personal taste), Bose (not an audiophile). Nice to have would have been PASM, sport seats, self dim/ rain sensor, and any other options on Porsche’s endless list. Steering wheel, sport shifter, and other items could be added afterwards, albeit more expensive than in Finland
. As I’m sure many on this board have done, I began running through EVERY possible vehicle in the US. After about 4 months of searching, I was able to find the beauty which is on its way to me in California as we speak.
Details: 2006 CS w/ 9,500 miles. Warranty until November 31, 2010. Single owner, 65 yo male, Porsche enthusiast (owns a 356, 993, and the CS). Car has been garaged since delivery at 25 miles. 10K service completed (oil change and brake fluid). PPI completed at a local Porsche dealer. DME was clear. Spoke to the tech who inspected the vehicle and he was reassured me the car was in great condition and emailed me the inspection report. Btw, car is in NC and I am in California.
Options: Basalt Black Metallic, Black Full Leather, Adaptive Sport Seats, Black Mats-Porsche Lettering, Self Dim Mirrors/Rain Sensor, Bi-Xenon Headlamp Package, Heated Front Seats, 19” Sport Design Wheels, Automatic Climate Control, Sport Chrono Package, Bose Surround Sound, CD Changer- 6 disc.
Exclusive Options: Spoiler Lips Aluminum Look, Storage Cmpt Lid w/ Model Logo, Stainless Steel Illuminated Sills, Sport Shifter, Porsche Crest in Headrest, Foot Rest in Aluminum
Price: MSRP $75,570 . Price paid: $37,000. I was able to secure enclosed, top load, insured shipping for $1000.
The car is to be delivered in about 10 days. I'm glad I'll be working, did I just say that??? I will post pictures after I get the car and install my clear corners, GT3 brake ducts, lower mirror arms in Aluminum look, and tint. I look forward to meeting up with some Porsche fanatics in the Bay Area as well. Once again, to the few that have made it through this, I would like to say thanks for everything. Drive Safely and Happy Motoring.
-VelociRaptor :cheers:
Because there was now the newer DFI variant CS, I considered ordering a brand new CS. But while looking at various websites (cars, autotrader, ebaymotors ) I began to see that the Cayman has taken a serious hit on depreciation since I ordered my 2006 Cayman. Weighing the options, I decided to look for a pristine, single owner vehicle with the desired options I wanted. The must haves for me were: Xenon Headlamps, Full Leather, Sport Chrono, Heated Seats, Auto Climate Control (seriously, why is this an option?), 19inch wheels (not Carerra S, personal taste), Bose (not an audiophile). Nice to have would have been PASM, sport seats, self dim/ rain sensor, and any other options on Porsche’s endless list. Steering wheel, sport shifter, and other items could be added afterwards, albeit more expensive than in Finland
. As I’m sure many on this board have done, I began running through EVERY possible vehicle in the US. After about 4 months of searching, I was able to find the beauty which is on its way to me in California as we speak. Details: 2006 CS w/ 9,500 miles. Warranty until November 31, 2010. Single owner, 65 yo male, Porsche enthusiast (owns a 356, 993, and the CS). Car has been garaged since delivery at 25 miles. 10K service completed (oil change and brake fluid). PPI completed at a local Porsche dealer. DME was clear. Spoke to the tech who inspected the vehicle and he was reassured me the car was in great condition and emailed me the inspection report. Btw, car is in NC and I am in California.
Options: Basalt Black Metallic, Black Full Leather, Adaptive Sport Seats, Black Mats-Porsche Lettering, Self Dim Mirrors/Rain Sensor, Bi-Xenon Headlamp Package, Heated Front Seats, 19” Sport Design Wheels, Automatic Climate Control, Sport Chrono Package, Bose Surround Sound, CD Changer- 6 disc.
Exclusive Options: Spoiler Lips Aluminum Look, Storage Cmpt Lid w/ Model Logo, Stainless Steel Illuminated Sills, Sport Shifter, Porsche Crest in Headrest, Foot Rest in Aluminum
Price: MSRP $75,570 . Price paid: $37,000. I was able to secure enclosed, top load, insured shipping for $1000.
The car is to be delivered in about 10 days. I'm glad I'll be working, did I just say that??? I will post pictures after I get the car and install my clear corners, GT3 brake ducts, lower mirror arms in Aluminum look, and tint. I look forward to meeting up with some Porsche fanatics in the Bay Area as well. Once again, to the few that have made it through this, I would like to say thanks for everything. Drive Safely and Happy Motoring.
-VelociRaptor :cheers:
