Porsche Cayenne 958.2 advice!
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Hoping for some advice with a 958.2 purchase! Will be my first foray into Porsche ownership. Need some space and seats, so the dream of 911 ownership is on hold for a few years.
Thinking of a 958.2 3.0d as a relatively sensible way in, although a petrol model is preferable the prices are a fair bit higher. Budget is up to 17k but can stretch a bit for something exceptional.
Hoping for owners/enthusiasts to share their experiences please! Am I being sensible or will I regret it?? The reading I have done seems to suggest that these are pretty good in terms of reliability. Spec and prices seem to be all over the place though.
Are transfer cases still a problem on the 958.2 even in the 3.0d? I'm hoping the NVH isn't too 'diesely' - I had a TDV8 RR previously and this was fabulous in that regard.
Finally (sorry for all the questions!) any advice for good Porsche specialists in the Oxfordshire/Buckinghamshire/Berkshire area?
Many thanks in advance!
Thinking of a 958.2 3.0d as a relatively sensible way in, although a petrol model is preferable the prices are a fair bit higher. Budget is up to 17k but can stretch a bit for something exceptional.
Hoping for owners/enthusiasts to share their experiences please! Am I being sensible or will I regret it?? The reading I have done seems to suggest that these are pretty good in terms of reliability. Spec and prices seem to be all over the place though.
Are transfer cases still a problem on the 958.2 even in the 3.0d? I'm hoping the NVH isn't too 'diesely' - I had a TDV8 RR previously and this was fabulous in that regard.
Finally (sorry for all the questions!) any advice for good Porsche specialists in the Oxfordshire/Buckinghamshire/Berkshire area?
Many thanks in advance!
A petrol 958.2 for £17k is incredibly rare in the current market. At that age, its going to be a very very leggy example and I have only ever seen one in the last year.
3.0D is a solid choice and is a common fitment across many VAG products although Porsche do turn it up to 300bhp.
Just be cautious of the usual diesel issues such as injectors, DPFs, EGRs.
I'm also on the hunt for a Cayenne too.
3.0D is a solid choice and is a common fitment across many VAG products although Porsche do turn it up to 300bhp.
Just be cautious of the usual diesel issues such as injectors, DPFs, EGRs.
I'm also on the hunt for a Cayenne too.
Many thanks! From what I have read the 3.0d seems to be quite a robust unit. The whole package seems to be fairly reliable. I parked next to one a few days ago, which just re-enforced that it's going to have to be a 958.2 next for me.
From what I have researched, my main concern which is the transfer case, still seem to be somewhat of an issue even on the late model 3.0d, but the failure rate is apparently less than the 4.2d. Regardless, I'll drive it and enjoy it and if it needs doing I'll just have it done.
Very much on the look out for a sub 17k (ideally 15k-ish) 3.0d 958.2, so if any good ones out there please do let me know!
Best
ChickenWire
From what I have researched, my main concern which is the transfer case, still seem to be somewhat of an issue even on the late model 3.0d, but the failure rate is apparently less than the 4.2d. Regardless, I'll drive it and enjoy it and if it needs doing I'll just have it done.
Very much on the look out for a sub 17k (ideally 15k-ish) 3.0d 958.2, so if any good ones out there please do let me know!
Best
ChickenWire
A purchase has been made, and I am over the moon! A 2015 3.0d, bang on budget. It is absolutely fabulous and clearly been well looked after. Certainly the best thing I've ever driven/owned!
I have a couple of questions, which I am hoping someone far more experienced than I can answer:
1. Any recommendations for tyres? Or best to stick to Michelin Latitudes that apparently was standard fitment? It has Nexens at the moment which are very worn.
2. I just had the existing tyres looked at today, and the tyre-guy was testing it out and put the car on full lock whilst stationary and the outside wheel had a very fine shake/vibration when it is almost at full lock. He said he hasn't seen this before and that I should get it checked out. For context it drives perfect, so is he right? I've done some online research, isn't this just the Ackermann effect?
3. Is it possible to retro-fit AppleCar Play?
Thanks!
I have a couple of questions, which I am hoping someone far more experienced than I can answer:
1. Any recommendations for tyres? Or best to stick to Michelin Latitudes that apparently was standard fitment? It has Nexens at the moment which are very worn.
2. I just had the existing tyres looked at today, and the tyre-guy was testing it out and put the car on full lock whilst stationary and the outside wheel had a very fine shake/vibration when it is almost at full lock. He said he hasn't seen this before and that I should get it checked out. For context it drives perfect, so is he right? I've done some online research, isn't this just the Ackermann effect?
3. Is it possible to retro-fit AppleCar Play?
Thanks!
ChickenWire said:
A purchase has been made, and I am over the moon! A 2015 3.0d, bang on budget. It is absolutely fabulous and clearly been well looked after. Certainly the best thing I've ever driven/owned!
I have a couple of questions, which I am hoping someone far more experienced than I can answer:
1. Any recommendations for tyres? Or best to stick to Michelin Latitudes that apparently was standard fitment? It has Nexens at the moment which are very worn.
2. I just had the existing tyres looked at today, and the tyre-guy was testing it out and put the car on full lock whilst stationary and the outside wheel had a very fine shake/vibration when it is almost at full lock. He said he hasn't seen this before and that I should get it checked out. For context it drives perfect, so is he right? I've done some online research, isn't this just the Ackermann effect?
3. Is it possible to retro-fit AppleCar Play?
Thanks!
How many miles does the new car have on it? I only ask as our cayenne 958.1 has just hit 208000 miles....it's a 2010 3.0d and the only things of note that have gone wrong is the EGR sensor and valve. Its required a new alternator and suspension parts is just wear and tear. Currently debating whether to get another brand or go for a 958.2 again and maybe surpass 250k this time...I have a couple of questions, which I am hoping someone far more experienced than I can answer:
1. Any recommendations for tyres? Or best to stick to Michelin Latitudes that apparently was standard fitment? It has Nexens at the moment which are very worn.
2. I just had the existing tyres looked at today, and the tyre-guy was testing it out and put the car on full lock whilst stationary and the outside wheel had a very fine shake/vibration when it is almost at full lock. He said he hasn't seen this before and that I should get it checked out. For context it drives perfect, so is he right? I've done some online research, isn't this just the Ackermann effect?
3. Is it possible to retro-fit AppleCar Play?
Thanks!
I have 20 inch all weather on mine, we have other cars so whilst it is used for running around in the summer. It get more use in the winter. On full lock this morning mine also felt like the Ackerman effect. The Boxster displays this more as never really noticed it on the cayenne.
jrinns said:
ChickenWire said:
A purchase has been made, and I am over the moon! A 2015 3.0d, bang on budget. It is absolutely fabulous and clearly been well looked after. Certainly the best thing I've ever driven/owned!
I have a couple of questions, which I am hoping someone far more experienced than I can answer:
1. Any recommendations for tyres? Or best to stick to Michelin Latitudes that apparently was standard fitment? It has Nexens at the moment which are very worn.
2. I just had the existing tyres looked at today, and the tyre-guy was testing it out and put the car on full lock whilst stationary and the outside wheel had a very fine shake/vibration when it is almost at full lock. He said he hasn't seen this before and that I should get it checked out. For context it drives perfect, so is he right? I've done some online research, isn't this just the Ackermann effect?
3. Is it possible to retro-fit AppleCar Play?
Thanks!
How many miles does the new car have on it? I only ask as our cayenne 958.1 has just hit 208000 miles....it's a 2010 3.0d and the only things of note that have gone wrong is the EGR sensor and valve. Its required a new alternator and suspension parts is just wear and tear. Currently debating whether to get another brand or go for a 958.2 again and maybe surpass 250k this time...I have a couple of questions, which I am hoping someone far more experienced than I can answer:
1. Any recommendations for tyres? Or best to stick to Michelin Latitudes that apparently was standard fitment? It has Nexens at the moment which are very worn.
2. I just had the existing tyres looked at today, and the tyre-guy was testing it out and put the car on full lock whilst stationary and the outside wheel had a very fine shake/vibration when it is almost at full lock. He said he hasn't seen this before and that I should get it checked out. For context it drives perfect, so is he right? I've done some online research, isn't this just the Ackermann effect?
3. Is it possible to retro-fit AppleCar Play?
Thanks!
I have 20 inch all weather on mine, we have other cars so whilst it is used for running around in the summer. It get more use in the winter. On full lock this morning mine also felt like the Ackerman effect. The Boxster displays this more as never really noticed it on the cayenne.
Good to know how reliable they are! Hopefully I see as many miles out of mine. Happy motoring!
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