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What should I replace my Porsche Cayman with?
I received an unexpected text from my Porsche dealer asking if they could buy my 2006 34,800 mile Cayman. I responded and apparently they've had a run on used sales and are in need of stock, with a high demand for Caymans.
My car has metallic black paint and has been a brilliant, trouble-free car (as was the Boxster that preceded it for three years). They are offering £17-18,000 subject to inspection and condition. As I approach my 59th birthday, I'm thinking that something more interesting, but more comfortable might take my fancy, and if I accept the Porsche offer, and add about £4-5,000, I'm comfortably into an 2008 BMW 630 Convertible.
My wife and I have had several BMWs previously (she runs a 325i M Sport) and our local dealer give a truly fantastic service. I'm very tempted. What do you think?
My car has metallic black paint and has been a brilliant, trouble-free car (as was the Boxster that preceded it for three years). They are offering £17-18,000 subject to inspection and condition. As I approach my 59th birthday, I'm thinking that something more interesting, but more comfortable might take my fancy, and if I accept the Porsche offer, and add about £4-5,000, I'm comfortably into an 2008 BMW 630 Convertible.
My wife and I have had several BMWs previously (she runs a 325i M Sport) and our local dealer give a truly fantastic service. I'm very tempted. What do you think?
Asked on 5 December 2012 by DW, Lancaster
Answered by
Honest John
Possibly not to your taste, but the next hot thing will be the new Toyota GT86 and its Subaru clone (the car is a mix of Toyota and Subaru. Another possibility is a Nissan 350/370Z, but comfort is very tyre dependent.
Then there's the BMW Z4. I like the old shape coupe, but would need to find someone who could sort it out and give a bit of feel to the steering.
Then there's the BMW Z4. I like the old shape coupe, but would need to find someone who could sort it out and give a bit of feel to the steering.
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