2003 Porsche Cayenne

great vehicle like new after 9+ years and 125,000

By 610wash (VA) on Saturday, March 23, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 125,000

Pros: "sports car with room for dog and golf clubs"

Cons: "factory should step up re. cooling pipes"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I have enjoyed this vehicle since purchasing it new in 2003. Reliable, great handling, great tow vehicle and great on long trips. Still as tight and powerful as the day I bought it, 125,000 miles ago. I have used it to pull my trailer with GT3 to race tracks as far as Canada, strong up mountains. It is like the trailer is not even there. Great in snow with the correct wheel and tire set up. Handles great. While teaching high performance driving for the Porsche Club, I have passed Porsche 911's on race tracks with this Cayenne Turbo with 3 students on board!"

7 people out of 8 found this review helpful

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Very fast and handles extremely well

By Nemasis (TX) on Tuesday, December 04, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 80,300

Pros: "Handling, speed, fun to drive"

Cons: "fuel economy."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Very fun to drive. The only problems I have had were due to normal wear and tear (i.e. light bulb burns out, headliner sagging) but nothing major, except for one. Porsche installed plastic coolant pipes on pre 2008 models. So I had to spend over $2000 to replace the plastic pipes with aluminum to avoid a breakdown. There is hope that Porsche will offer a recall/settlement for those who had to expense these outside of the normal warranty. The car is expensive to maintain as far as required services but worth it if you want it to last. The only complaint that I have is that gas mileage is bad. But you're talking about feeding a twin turbo engine. I try to drive conservative as to save fuel. Also, because of the turbos, you will occasionally have to add oil. But this is not bad. As matter of fact, a good Porsche dealer will add oil for you for free. The ride is not the smoothest on this model but I can live with it."

13 people out of 13 found this review helpful

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Great performance. Definitely an expensive pony

By Meitja (TX) on Saturday, September 15, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 31,000

Pros: "Handles excellent, responsive, versatile, elegant"

Cons: "Software, electrical hiccups and $$$ maintenance"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Feeding and care is a considerable added expense above and beyond your purchase. However, this is a wonderful car overall, handles extremely well and typically has only minor issues that bring me into the dealer (mostly electrical, software or fuel flow systems.). The majority of the time, repairs are warranty but regular maintenance and gasoline is a consideration for those who are thinking about buying a Cayenne but are on a tighter budget. This is my second Cayenne. I like them and give up a bit to have this car."

10 people out of 10 found this review helpful

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I have the Transsiberia and wouldn't change it!

By Porsche Lover (Canada) on Wednesday, September 05, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 22,100

Pros: "Most versatile vehicle I have owned"

Cons: "None!"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

""Amazing machine. Excellent power, capacity, very luxurious interior with alcantara leather, Bose surround sound, amazing off road vehicle as well as on ashphalt. Looks classy going to a show or an evening out and a beast when going hunting in the country.""

5 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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Nightmare !

By Andy (FL) on Friday, March 30, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 47,800

Pros: "WOW ! It is a PORSCHE !"

Cons: "never ending for repair !"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 1

"Lot of trouble,got transfer case control problem on 18k/mi,replace seat motor at 22k mi,AC fan motor replace at 23k mi,Navigation system replace at 24k mi, shaft bearing replace at 38k mi,armrest center replace at 39k mi,CD changer replace at 42k mi,front control arm replace at 43k mi,cooling fan assembly replace at 44k mi,even I have extended warranty cover,but see the repair cost ,I feel sorry for them . SO ! what do you think about this expensive PORSCHE ."

55 people out of 57 found this review helpful

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Hap[py I didn't buy that Mercedes

By jack on Sunday, March 25, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 74,000

Pros: "responsive, classy, attention to detail"

Cons: "chugs premium gas, at $!00 per fillup. But yo"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"When I sold my ML430 I wanted to buy a ML500. My friend got me to try the Cayenne S first. Absolutely no comparison. When it comes to response, fit, finish the Porsche stands alone."

5 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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