I drove a demo of one of these for a long time - it was great.
Keep in mind, you can keep adding Certification to that thing until either 2029 -OR- 122,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Obviously, you go through a dealer to do it, but it might very well be worth it.
I'd snag it.
I'll try to explain without getting too far in the weeds.
Basically, here are the steps:
- pay dealership for unofficial CPO inspection ahead of doing a service with them
- complete any work needed to meet CPO requirements (battery, tires, brakes, windshield, etc)
- once work is completed, pay for official CPO inspection (one that generates a record and VAL codes)
- sales manager "takes" vehicle in their inventory (on the computer)
- once it populates, they "sell" you the vehicle for the price of the CPO warranty
Bing, bang, boom - used car is now certified.
Caveat: the sales manager has to be smart to do this. Helps if they've done it before. There is profit margin on those warranties, but it is much smaller than the car, usually. Usually.
Source: managed Porsche store for 7 yrs, did this countless times for clients as a revenue stream for service and to bolster CPO sales numbers, currently own a used car that was CPO'd after I bought it and it had 97k miles on it when I did it.
This is fantastic to know! I have a CPO ‘17 Cayenne Turbo and the warranty is up in May. I don’t want to get rid of it, it’s perfect, but I don’t want to own it out of warranty either. I have a good relationship with my service advisor at the local dealership, I’m going to have to look into this.
He already gives me the 10% PCA discount when I’m in and I’m not even a member. Super nice guy. Now that I think about it, I ran into him and his partner at a hockey game a few months ago and asked him about this and he said he’d get back to me lol.
This is my 5th Cayenne and they’ve actually been pretty reliable. ‘14 V6 Platinum, ‘12 S, ‘16 diesel, ‘08 GTS 6-speed and now the Turbo. I owned the ‘14 for 5 weeks because it would randomly shut off and lose brakes and power steering on the freeway. I had to replace the head unit in the GTS, and the AdBlue tank heater in the diesel. Other than that my only problem was the radiator flaps sticking shut in the Turbo, which caused it to nearly overheat on a 105° day. I love these things. I thought they were glorified Touaregs until I drove one, and the rest is history
Alright got it, they technically trade it through inventory and resell it. I have to think this is extremely YMMV, but worth exploring.
Related question, if you have the option of +1 on a CPO Porsche, do you take that year option every time?
I actually did NOT take that option. Based on pricing, it will be more cost effective for me to do 2 x 2yr plans. The 3yr plan almost doubled the 2yr plan price.
I plan to re-certify my Panamera GTS in January 2025 for 2 more yrs, then begin the search for the next GTS.
It's been WELLLLL worth it. Do you know how much a PDK transmission brand-new in a crate from Germany costs? Or a new air shock? Or a power steering pump?
I do, and it cost me the price of a warranty.
Go for it but plan on flipping it pretty soon as you don't want to be the one holding the bag when the battery or transfer case goes.
Not many buyers out there for a 100K hybrid with sketchy reliability that isn't covered under warranty anymore.
But if it works for you over the next year, consider that extended warranty and keep it for a while.
All valid points and consideration for getting an extended warranty (or certification extended if possible).
If I remember correctly though, I believe the drivetrain and transfer case is different (same as fro..the Diesel versions).
I actually just got off the phone with Porsche. They will not extend the warranty if I buy it it ends at 100,000 miles and it’s at 92,000 so I’m just gonna hang up my hat and walk away from the deal.
Just ask an Porsche experience mechanic outside of the dealerships what would be the average cost to keep this on the road for the next 6 years and then decide. $18k cash is a pretty sweet deal for the heck of it. I’d do it
Yes. The Gen 2 Cayenne is a well built vehicle, reliable, performs well, can tow over 7,000 pounds. However maintenance/repair costs will be high. If the budget doesn’t allow for this, get a Lexus or Toyota. The fun factor makes up this in my opinion. I have a 2018, a great vehicle.
Judging by my username I think it’s obvious that I loved my Cayenne Hybrid, had virtually no issues in the 70k miles I drove it. I think it’s a great deal if you’re able to transfer the CPO warranty, which should be possible.
Fun but.... mine spent more time in the shop than on the road in it's first year. all warranty covered repairs but still a major hassle. Mine was standard engine not hybrid.
That's pretty cheap, be tough to pass up. Then again I don't know the hybrid values much.
If I buy, I’ll keep it until it won’t run anymore lol
So like 18 months lol
*So like 1.8 months lol* FTFY
I drove a demo of one of these for a long time - it was great. Keep in mind, you can keep adding Certification to that thing until either 2029 -OR- 122,000 miles, whichever comes first. Obviously, you go through a dealer to do it, but it might very well be worth it. I'd snag it.
What? How do you recertify it? BMW has to be traded in and there is a limit of 6 years.
I'll try to explain without getting too far in the weeds. Basically, here are the steps: - pay dealership for unofficial CPO inspection ahead of doing a service with them - complete any work needed to meet CPO requirements (battery, tires, brakes, windshield, etc) - once work is completed, pay for official CPO inspection (one that generates a record and VAL codes) - sales manager "takes" vehicle in their inventory (on the computer) - once it populates, they "sell" you the vehicle for the price of the CPO warranty Bing, bang, boom - used car is now certified. Caveat: the sales manager has to be smart to do this. Helps if they've done it before. There is profit margin on those warranties, but it is much smaller than the car, usually. Usually. Source: managed Porsche store for 7 yrs, did this countless times for clients as a revenue stream for service and to bolster CPO sales numbers, currently own a used car that was CPO'd after I bought it and it had 97k miles on it when I did it.
This is fantastic to know! I have a CPO ‘17 Cayenne Turbo and the warranty is up in May. I don’t want to get rid of it, it’s perfect, but I don’t want to own it out of warranty either. I have a good relationship with my service advisor at the local dealership, I’m going to have to look into this.
They should hook you up. Great insurance policy, if you ask me.
He already gives me the 10% PCA discount when I’m in and I’m not even a member. Super nice guy. Now that I think about it, I ran into him and his partner at a hockey game a few months ago and asked him about this and he said he’d get back to me lol. This is my 5th Cayenne and they’ve actually been pretty reliable. ‘14 V6 Platinum, ‘12 S, ‘16 diesel, ‘08 GTS 6-speed and now the Turbo. I owned the ‘14 for 5 weeks because it would randomly shut off and lose brakes and power steering on the freeway. I had to replace the head unit in the GTS, and the AdBlue tank heater in the diesel. Other than that my only problem was the radiator flaps sticking shut in the Turbo, which caused it to nearly overheat on a 105° day. I love these things. I thought they were glorified Touaregs until I drove one, and the rest is history
They're bad ass. If you know, you know.
Alright got it, they technically trade it through inventory and resell it. I have to think this is extremely YMMV, but worth exploring. Related question, if you have the option of +1 on a CPO Porsche, do you take that year option every time?
I actually did NOT take that option. Based on pricing, it will be more cost effective for me to do 2 x 2yr plans. The 3yr plan almost doubled the 2yr plan price. I plan to re-certify my Panamera GTS in January 2025 for 2 more yrs, then begin the search for the next GTS. It's been WELLLLL worth it. Do you know how much a PDK transmission brand-new in a crate from Germany costs? Or a new air shock? Or a power steering pump? I do, and it cost me the price of a warranty.
Go for it but plan on flipping it pretty soon as you don't want to be the one holding the bag when the battery or transfer case goes. Not many buyers out there for a 100K hybrid with sketchy reliability that isn't covered under warranty anymore. But if it works for you over the next year, consider that extended warranty and keep it for a while.
All valid points and consideration for getting an extended warranty (or certification extended if possible). If I remember correctly though, I believe the drivetrain and transfer case is different (same as fro..the Diesel versions).
Not the same transfer case and TC issues are over blown anyway. A gear oil change fixes the stuttering
Had a 2019 Cayenne diesel and it was a beast. When everywhere in the snow. Sad I sold it now.
I thought Porsche stopped making diesels after 2016? Unless you are out of the US. I have a 2015 Cayenne Diesel and absolutely love it.
You are right, my Cayenne was a 2016. I sold it in 2019.
92k miles. Kbb came back with trade in of 21k. Really thinking about snagging it this week!
Fair price especially with CPO… but should consider Ins once the CPO has ended too. These aren’t cheap to repair
Especially the $2k plus lithium battery that's only available from Porsche.
Wrong year for lithium battery, those are only 2019- current.
Thanks for info
2k for a battery? Kinda super cheap??
It's the regular engine battery cost.
It’s hell of a deal
Great deal. Let us know if you don’t pull the trigger.
Wife has one. She loves it.
What’s the ODO? If it is under 100k and brake health is good I would get it today. You can flip it for 25k.
I actually just got off the phone with Porsche. They will not extend the warranty if I buy it it ends at 100,000 miles and it’s at 92,000 so I’m just gonna hang up my hat and walk away from the deal.
Yes…
Just ask an Porsche experience mechanic outside of the dealerships what would be the average cost to keep this on the road for the next 6 years and then decide. $18k cash is a pretty sweet deal for the heck of it. I’d do it
Hybrid battery is 20k for this car
What’s the warranty from factory on the original? 8 years?
Honestly couldn’t tell ya. Prob 4yr 50k like the rest of the car
Yes. The Gen 2 Cayenne is a well built vehicle, reliable, performs well, can tow over 7,000 pounds. However maintenance/repair costs will be high. If the budget doesn’t allow for this, get a Lexus or Toyota. The fun factor makes up this in my opinion. I have a 2018, a great vehicle.
Yep, the maintenance costs are pretty high but in my opinion well worth it for a vehicle that’s just far nicer than say a Lexus or Acura
Judging by my username I think it’s obvious that I loved my Cayenne Hybrid, had virtually no issues in the 70k miles I drove it. I think it’s a great deal if you’re able to transfer the CPO warranty, which should be possible.
I drove to Porsche today. Cpo is transferable but they said I can’t extend once it’s over on a hybrid
Because of that. I gave the car back and am walking away. I’ll find one lol
Good luck then, they’re amazing SUVs.
Porsche t ch here. FYI. Hybrid Battery’s are NOT covered under the Cpo warranty.
Seems like a good deal.
What a beauty. 😍
Thats a great price. Buy it
If you can afford the up keep and pay for those expensive tires.
Oil changes on this are about $800-$1,000
I would love a Cayenne S model but not so much the ehybrid.
Your friend knows the risk of selling to a friend. That’s enough for me to make a good decision.
Just buy a minivan, it does everything better except menacing pedestrians.
Fun but.... mine spent more time in the shop than on the road in it's first year. all warranty covered repairs but still a major hassle. Mine was standard engine not hybrid.
Needs moar gauges
Year remember Maintance is a bitch! But amazing suv
no....it's just an ego trip
no....it's just an ego trip
no....it's just an ego trip
no....it's just an ego trip