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The Cayman R is at the OPC having its major service done and I've just had "the call". Apparently they won't renew the warranty as it's got non-N rated PSS tyres fitted. So this may be more of an opportunity than a problem We're going to be building a house later this year and I'm toying with the idea of selling the R and replacing it with something boring until the build is complete and then getting another in a year or so. The problem is that I love the car and I'd be gutted to see it go so I'm wondering whether to just keep hold and see how I get on. The only thing missing from it is PSE and although the R is better sounding than the S I'm seeing this an a green light to get the Carnewal GT. What say PH? As an aside, the loaner from the OPC is a Panamera Diesel. Bloody hell it's ugly but boy is it good! If I needed 4 seats I've have one in a heartbeat. I'm converted!

If you are selling I'd renew the warranty to make selling easier. You could always put the right N rated tyres on and sell your current used ones to recover some funds. However, if you're really going to buy another Cayman R, don't sell unless you need the cash as it's often hard to find the right car and you're just wasting time.

I would keep hold of it and see how things unfold. You could always use it as a p/x for your 'boring' car if need be and if so, there would be no need for the warranty.

Take a loan out against the car if you have to but based on what you've said I'd definitely try to avoid selling it.

Figure out the selling costs (what it is worth versus what you get) and the buying costs (what it is worth compared to what you have to pay). Only once in more than 40 car swaps did I come out anywhere where I didn't lose big time. If you are worried about the warranty, buy a set of N-rated wheels and tires from someone. People are always "upgrading". Sell yours or keep em for when the warranty doesn't matter. I'd think you'd come out closer to even doing that sort of thing than selling and buying a car. Lots less hassle.

To be honest, the reason for potentially selling it is more down to not having to worry about it getting filthy on site visits (it's my daily) rather than any financial concerns and in my mind keeping the warranty may make a private sale easier (although it doesn't bother me at all not having one). I can't really see the point on spending out on a set of tyres that aren't needed for the sake of Porsche-tax and it's making me think 'sod it' - keep it. If I do keep it, do I Carnewal it? I'll probably keep it another couple of years

I believe you could cash in now and pick up another cheaper in a couple of years (if something else doesn't appeal more, GT4). There were a lot more 987 R's than say the rarer 987 Spyders and I think the introduction of the new 981 Cayman GT4 will moves the Cayman game on. Sell it or keep it is a win/win situation!

You're not making this easy,are you?

Two questions. What's your R WORTH? Does it have buckets Wtf does tyres make to the warranty? It's not like Porsche cover the tyres.

thegoose said: Take a loan out against the car if you have to but based on what you've said I'd definitely try to avoid selling it. Best advice, avoid selling now if you don't really want to.

I cant believe my ears!, thats a car that should be kept for a life time, if you feel happier in the gaylord 4 door diesel, off you go! lol

Any excuse eh? Pretty pathetic. What other manufacturers are anywhere near as bad in that regard?

worldwidewebs said: The Cayman R is at the OPC having its major service done and I've just had "the call". Apparently they won't renew the warranty as it's got non-N rated PSS tyres fitted. So this may be more of an opportunity than a problem We're going to be building a house later this year and I'm toying with the idea of selling the R and replacing it with something boring until the build is complete and then getting another in a year or so. The problem is that I love the car and I'd be gutted to see it go so I'm wondering whether to just keep hold and see how I get on. The only thing missing from it is PSE and although the R is better sounding than the S I'm seeing this an a green light to get the Carnewal GT. What say PH? As an aside, the loaner from the OPC is a Panamera Diesel. Bloody hell it's ugly but boy is it good! If I needed 4 seats I've have one in a heartbeat. I'm converted! Keep the car. Tell the OPC to f k themselves in the arse with a baseball bat. Then find a good indy. Sorted.

mollytherocker said: Keep the car. Tell the OPC to f k themselves in the arse with a baseball bat. Then find a good indy. Sorted. I like your style!, well said

Beanoir said: thegoose said: Take a loan out against the car if you have to but based on what you've said I'd definitely try to avoid selling it. Best advice, avoid selling now if you don't really want to. It's not a money issue, just scared of ruining it

aceparts said: Two questions. What's your R WORTH? Does it have buckets Wtf does tyres make to the warranty? It's not like Porsche cover the tyres. No idea what it's worth tbh, but yes it has buckets, spiders, PCM, a few other bits and bobs and the all important Peridot finish!

mollytherocker said: worldwidewebs said: The Cayman R is at the OPC having its major service done and I've just had "the call". Apparently they won't renew the warranty as it's got non-N rated PSS tyres fitted. So this may be more of an opportunity than a problem We're going to be building a house later this year and I'm toying with the idea of selling the R and replacing it with something boring until the build is complete and then getting another in a year or so. The problem is that I love the car and I'd be gutted to see it go so I'm wondering whether to just keep hold and see how I get on. The only thing missing from it is PSE and although the R is better sounding than the S I'm seeing this an a green light to get the Carnewal GT. What say PH? As an aside, the loaner from the OPC is a Panamera Diesel. Bloody hell it's ugly but boy is it good! If I needed 4 seats I've have one in a heartbeat. I'm converted! Keep the car. Tell the OPC to f k themselves in the arse with a baseball bat. Then find a good indy. Sorted. Have you been reading my mind? Tbh, the only reason I ended up using the OPC was due to renewing the warranty. I would have gone to Unit11 otherwise I didn't realise a set of tyres could have such a devastating effect on an engine

I had new Pirelli tyres fitted by Kwik Fit and when it went to OPC for service, they said KwikFit had put BMW Pirellis on it, not Porsche Pirellis and my warranty was invalid! Went back to Kwik Fit who changed them without too much fuss! Thinks it's nonsense but I'm sure they have their reasons.

worldwidewebs said: As an aside, the loaner from the OPC is a Panamera Diesel. Bloody hell it's ugly but boy is it good! If I needed 4 seats I've have one in a heartbeat. I'm converted! I had the same - Panamera diesel when my Cayman R was in for some work. Ugly as sin, but I don't know how Porsche have made a car that's so good on a long cruise and yet still handles. And the sound system in the one I had was epic! Wanted to hate the Panamera, but ended up rather liking it. On topic, if (hypothetically) you said to your OPC 'fit some N-rated tyres then', will they then let you extend the warranty?

worldwidewebs said: I'm seeing this an a green light to get the Carnewal GT. What say PH? He say yes... ...and b ks to the warranty. Hopefully the more people that say it, the more Porsche will think about why people aren't using it and maybe stop being such almighty s. Edited by juansolo on Friday 24th April 08:55

worldwidewebs said: It's not a money issue, just scared of ruining it I think you'd be mad to sell it! Prices aren't going down very fast and you could even end up paying more for a similar spec'd car when the time comes to re buy. If you are worried about 'ruining it' buy a cheap daily. Keep the R and enjoy it at weekends and on non work related trips. Sod the warranty and get the exhaust system! You'll never regret it.

PaulD86 said: On topic, if (hypothetically) you said to your OPC 'fit some N-rated tyres then', will they then let you extend the warranty? Yes, I think so as it was the only thing they mentioned. Funny though, they didn't offer this up as an option, not that I would have gone for it (the tyres do have plenty of tread left though)

V800MJH said: worldwidewebs said: It's not a money issue, just scared of ruining it I think you'd be mad to sell it! Prices aren't going down very fast and you could even end up paying more for a similar spec'd car when the time comes to re buy. If you are worried about 'ruining it' buy a cheap daily. Keep the R and enjoy it at weekends and on non work related trips. Sod the warranty and get the exhaust system! You'll never regret it. This is where my thinking is at too. The only real issue with getting another car is that we'd have 4 between the 2 of us then (I also have an Elise, the OH has a Mini) and during the build we'll be in rented accommodation and probably won't have the parking space

worldwidewebs said: This is where my thinking is at too. The only real issue with getting another car is that we'd have 4 between the 2 of us then (I also have an Elise, the OH has a Mini) and during the build we'll be in rented accommodation and probably won't have the parking space Nought wrong with that. I keep my R in the garage and use it at weekends. Sits next to my XR2 that gets used rarely at the moment until its repaired. I have a £500 mondeo that I run to the station every day, used for shopping and tip runs etc, my other half has an MX-5 which I occasionaly steal if I want a slightly more fun trip to the station that day. Admiral multi policy saved me a huge amount of money on the insurance and my R stays nice and un-molested. So a 4 car household is fine IMO

worldwidewebs said: I didn't realise a set of tyres could have such a devastating effect on an engine Tell that to the people on that French Concorde. But seriously, keep the car and buy a snotter for a year. It'll be like a sorbet to clear the palate and will make the R feel even more special when you go back to it.

Beanoir said: I have a £500 mondeo that I run to the station every day, used for shopping and tip runs etc You flash b@stard! My daily Mondeo was only £200 while the 'R' sits in the garage waiting for nice weather and weekends.

I can't believe you guys don't use the R every day. I'm up to 30k miles

worldwidewebs said: I can't believe you guys don't use the R every day. I'm up to 30k miles I don't need to drive every day, and journeys I would do are only s tty stop start short ones. I save my R for when I actually want to drive and enjoy it much more.

V800MJH said: worldwidewebs said: I can't believe you guys don't use the R every day. I'm up to 30k miles I don't need to drive every day, and journeys I would do are only s tty stop start short ones. I save my R for when I actually want to drive and enjoy it much more.

worldwidewebs said: I can't believe you guys don't use the R every day. I'm up to 30k miles If I could drive it everyday and leave it somewhere it wouldn't be abused by morons then I would, station car parks are not great for keeping your car in decent order. I' did it with my last Cayman and after 18months it was peppered with dents and scratches.

PaulD86 said: Beanoir said: I have a £500 mondeo that I run to the station every day, used for shopping and tip runs etc You flash b@stard! My daily Mondeo was only £200 while the 'R' sits in the garage waiting for nice weather and weekends. Actually I lied, I'm just estimating current market value on mine, my brother actually gave it to me

Keep it, its a beautiful car. Laura

taylor172 said: Keep it, its a beautiful car. Laura It is, yes But I hope to build a beautiful house too. And then I can have another beautiful car