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In 1978, while living down in Barraquilla, Colombia, I had to drive to Cartagena, about 3 hours west, only 120 miles or so. The highway is called Carretera de Americas, and it is full of potholes, some 1 ft deep, some 4 feet across. You really cannot go 200 ft without slowing down or else you get your fillings knocked out.You really need a 4x4 but don't need the acceleration nor top speed( unless you need to evade the cocaine cartels) Gas is expensive, and you know what car was considered a luxury car ??(they do have mercedes and BMWs, but what other car?) Ford Grenada !!LOL...LOL. When my dad imported it, the mayor and police chief requested a ride in it.. In 1979 grenadas went for 6000-$7000, when he sold it used he got $12000 for it...LOL. The point of my story is: our perception of what is needed or good or standards in general only apply to the US. We are about 5% of the world population. The rest of the world (95%) have a greater need for a V6 or turbo 4cylinder 4x4 than we do. By the way, in tropical Colombia, there are torrential rains, but no rain/sewage gutters. Once I had to drive through town after heavy rains, and it was like a 2ft deep river everywhere, going maybe 30 mph. I tried to cross perpendicular to the flow in a Renault station wagon, and nearly got carried down stream!! Scared me to hell. Wish I had a SUV back then.
In the Middle East, gas can be had for a song, but no real freeways to do any extended 130 mph runs, but a lot of sand drifts, so need true 4x4 ability. Plus they can afford the price tag, the 30,000+ royals and their entourage have ALLOWANCES of millions per month.
I am honored that they even considered it an offroad car.
Regarding the V6, I'm sure it makes sense for other places like Europe with high gas prices. I guess we'll see how it does in the U.S.
4Wheel &Offroad, Oct.2003, said "fear this 4x4". (as a compliment). and they gave rave reviews of the Toureg.
Truckin'SUV, Oct.2003 said " this Cay S raises the bar for other luxury SUV's.....and raises it by quite a lot."
I just feel that those who ding/complain about the Cay's lack of laser cruise, styling, or 13 mpg city, are missing the point. Its engine is state of art.....more in the realm of super exotic sports cars(a la MB SLR, carrera GT). In the streets, it is the speed....SPEED...period. No ands,ifs,ors,or buts,just accelerator to the metal, see you at the finish line adrenaline. See FAST and FURIOUS.
jrkim, I'm glad you are enjoying your car. I love driving it, and know that if need be, we could traverse rivers and boulders and mud, etc. What an amazing , do all , car !!!
I changed the air filters, put clear side markers on, and am waiting an exhaust change.
On the S the filter change is dramatic especially on low end pickup, not so noticable on the TT I understand.
Mine is a daily driver, but I do have a periodic 3.5 hr college run. I get 14.6 around town, 19 on the longer range runs, mostly at 80 plus mph.
The fastest I have been is 130 so far, absolutely stable and with some legs left. No one beats me on the TP (jeff this means TurnPike), the 60 to 100 acceleration is wild.
I still do not have my hitch fitted, cannot get a solid price.
Rear drip was fixed, 1 air suspension error (no fault found).
A great experience just gets better all the time.
I thought about the filter change, and I know BMC makes good hi flow filters. I think K&N filters are better, but what do you guys think ? What did you use ?
I read that Porsche placed 2 stage catalytic converters and a very restrictive muffler which made all Cayennes' satisfy the Low Emission Vehicle criteria. However, this restricts the power. Changing air filter and exhaust may net you some extra horses, (20-30 ?) .
Still considering the wider wheels, but decided not to get the sport techno , maybe the BBS. Still thinking. I am waiting for the 15,000 mile marker before I change the air filter. Exhaust or Powerchip may come later. They want anywhere from 2000 to $2400 for the power chip, so I'm still thinking.
Mine is a daily driver too. I'm getting about 13 mpg in city, but astounding 19 mpg on freeway. This is close to a Toyota Previa 4 cylinder minivan, and better than a lot of V6 or V8 SUVs. Simply awesome, considering the capabilities of this car. The people who complain about the mileage have not looked at this objectively..... It is no Toyota corolla, and should be compared with like SUVs in terms of fuel economy. I was looking at the new Mazda RX8, 2980 lbs, rotary engine, aerodynamic, but got only 19 to 21 mpg !!!!!!!!! This cayenne does wonders....!
I used the BMC filters, got them from Fabspeed where I will get either cat bypass or full exhaust.
Chips are to much at the moment, I will wait for that I think.
I might get a set of 19's for summer and change the turbo's to winter tires.
fun fun fun
yes, maybe I'll get the BMC also, as K&N still does not have a filter for the Cay. I'll go to fabspeed and see. Yes, powerchips are a little too much at this moment too. I'm still trying to get a good price on the wheels.
Everybody:
Let us know what your newest adventure is in the Cay..........
Happy Cayenneing
Harry
I bet if I still lived over there, my local dealer in "Jarrow" would have one (yes this is a joke) but I can't get one here, I am going in tonight to argue about the price but I am betting the service manager has left for the weekend by the time I get there.... I think he sometimes avoids me...don't know why, must be the accent. I divent na !
Aren't all cars best enjoyed driving them rather than admiring their reflection in plate glass windows as you cruise past the store fronts? Unless you're a detail hound, don't you spend the vast majority of your time inside your ride?
/peeve :-)
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Steve, Host
http://www.btinternet.com/~harryrogers/Towbar.jpg
Really is neat.
Harry
Do you still have the full tow capacity ?
Mind you I'm still waiting for my mats. Got the car in June and still nothing.
Overall delighted with it. Best car I've ever had. (This is my 20th motor).
Harry
hehe
why ah divint naa
I say "oh ok I suppose I will run up and get you"
Dad = hero
motive 3.5 hrs alone on fast roads then 3.5 back the following morning with daughter asleep.
cool
The people at Porsche just did a Cayenne Crossing Drive for Hope, a road tour that benefits cancer research. They went with the roof rack and roof transport box, and still went 130mph (near Interstate 15), then went offroad in the Mojave Desert..!
Not just the Nav, but Radio, Phone etc
Harry
harry L.
So how was the long trips for you ? Was it a blast?
Contrary to what you might think from reading some magazines, everyone seems to like it, and I've even gotten waves from 911 owners.
I set my computer to warn me not to go over 65 mph, which was the recommendation of the mechanic. You can set the warning tones and speed at which they sound. No warning if over revving, though. I just went easy on the throttle, but like you, I easily went over 3500 rpm....(big smile on my face) a few times.
Like mudman, I am going to put a cloth filter , but once the 15,000 mile is reached. I think it would allow the engine to breath better...You may want to think about it, since these filters last forever.
Harry
happy cayenning
Harry
taking a left turn from a stop. The tranny seems to want to hold the gear longer when you are cornering so it didn't shift when I expected it to (~3800). Then I tried to hit the upshift button, but, since the wheel was turned, I hit the scan button instead. You set the warning for 65? You must have some self control :-).
Steve, Host
to my amazement, it is only $40,000. in that case, i ought to get the Cayenne instead of the Cayenne S.
does anyone know any information about the Cayenne? i am puzzled because you cannot "build your porsche" on the website; they only have the S and Turbo.
any feedback would be appreciated.
thanks!
I see you live in Rancho Santa Fe. In that case, you should go ahead and get the turbo.
I heard the V6 won't be available until sometime in 2004 but do you really want a Porsche that's slower than a Honda Odyssey or Toyota Sienna?
You must have alot of fun in the MB SL. The Cay can do a lot more. Iwould evaluate my goals before purchasing, but think it is a great car...............!
They tried to undercut a vehicle using underhanded ,dirty , unfair tactics that are unbecoming of a fair magazine. I was aghast at this unprofessional prank that they pulled with glee....I already wrote them to castigate this boorish behaviour (on par with childhood pranks).....I don't know if it is jealousy, repressed trauma, immaturity or what, but if you have something to say , then say it....don't stage something to fail and then report as if it is the genuine ......duhhhhhhhh !!
The main reason for this was an officer waving at me as he went by, instead of the normal side to side wave it was more of a downward motion. I found a new use for tiptronic, slowing down without showing brakelights.
On the way back I tested the versatility of the pepper.
Instead of only my daughter I carried her friend who lives in our area and just before we left another friend, this time a 6 ft guy arrived (she forgot to ask me first !)
So I pulled up the load screen and filled to the roof and squeezed everything else in between the 2 rear seat passengers.
Still managed to fly, but I did feel the weight.
Her friends said they loved the car and especially the surround sound system.
It does sound like a real problem you've got there, good luck.
By the way I suppose owners here all know of www.renntech.org, usefull place for questions.
are you serious? i must go there and see.
in SD, they are only offering $5,000 off a cay s.
Keep finding new things on the Turbo. Porsche really ought to supply you with a 12 year old that understands all these gizmos.
Harry