Self maintenance 955 Cayenne Turbo
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For some reason a 955 Cayenne Turbo is my dream car, they came out when I was still at school and I don't know why but I've always wanted one.
Anyway I've been thinking about buying a cheaper example to go alongside my 981, so a second car to knock about it, tow a jet ski and something which I can be less concerned about where I park etc.
So my question is, are these relatively easy to look after and could I fix most faults on my driveway? I know parts are expensive but I am fairly competent with cars, have most tools, and have even done a few gearbox/clutch jobs on my driveway in the freezing cold.
Not saying I enjoy it, but the last thing I want to do is buy a money pit that needs a dealer to fix.
Something like this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Porsche-Cayenne-TURBO-EN...
Anyway I've been thinking about buying a cheaper example to go alongside my 981, so a second car to knock about it, tow a jet ski and something which I can be less concerned about where I park etc.
So my question is, are these relatively easy to look after and could I fix most faults on my driveway? I know parts are expensive but I am fairly competent with cars, have most tools, and have even done a few gearbox/clutch jobs on my driveway in the freezing cold.
Not saying I enjoy it, but the last thing I want to do is buy a money pit that needs a dealer to fix.
Something like this:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Porsche-Cayenne-TURBO-EN...
if you're handy, I can't see it being impossible.
access to some of the specific Porsche code reading stuff may be tricky tho.
I did a bit of work on my turbo - it is still just a car - and there is a lot of info out there to help fix them.
Just ry and get the biggies sorted before you purchase (water leak from pipes in V, centre propshaft bearing) - and try out all the electrics !
access to some of the specific Porsche code reading stuff may be tricky tho.
I did a bit of work on my turbo - it is still just a car - and there is a lot of info out there to help fix them.
Just ry and get the biggies sorted before you purchase (water leak from pipes in V, centre propshaft bearing) - and try out all the electrics !
Biggest issue with 9PA Cayenne is water getting in; once the carpets are wet the electrics start to suffer - make sure on any prospective purchase that you check in the driver and passenger footwells (under the seat bases).
Engines are strong; some issues with early NA V8's but turbos reliable. Higher mileages see some chain stretch and lumpy idle/CEL randomly coming on is a BIG job.
100 litre fuel tank takes some filling...... but 12-15mpg drains it nicely!
Engines are strong; some issues with early NA V8's but turbos reliable. Higher mileages see some chain stretch and lumpy idle/CEL randomly coming on is a BIG job.
100 litre fuel tank takes some filling...... but 12-15mpg drains it nicely!
red997 said:
if you're handy, I can't see it being impossible.
access to some of the specific Porsche code reading stuff may be tricky tho.
I did a bit of work on my turbo - it is still just a car - and there is a lot of info out there to help fix them.
Just ry and get the biggies sorted before you purchase (water leak from pipes in V, centre propshaft bearing) - and try out all the electrics !
I'd add to this check the tailgate struts, not too cheap, also check all the dash vents work.access to some of the specific Porsche code reading stuff may be tricky tho.
I did a bit of work on my turbo - it is still just a car - and there is a lot of info out there to help fix them.
Just ry and get the biggies sorted before you purchase (water leak from pipes in V, centre propshaft bearing) - and try out all the electrics !
Coolant pipes changed to metal is £1k+ and a must do but most gen 1 will be done
Turbo uses standard brakes, Turbo S are different and more cash
Also you need a black one with dechrome
My boss offered me his 2004 full spec 70,000 miles for £9k a few years ago, I declined as I couldn't stomach the MPG.
Got an Evoque for £31k instead and reckon I'm at the break even point now!!!
Turbo uses standard brakes, Turbo S are different and more cash
Also you need a black one with dechrome
My boss offered me his 2004 full spec 70,000 miles for £9k a few years ago, I declined as I couldn't stomach the MPG.
Got an Evoque for £31k instead and reckon I'm at the break even point now!!!
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