If you’re looking for ‘bang for your buck’, Porsche probably isn’t going to be your brand. You pay a lot for Porsches compared to equivalent vehicles from other brands, but on the other hand you do get a that badge. How much value that brings is naturally up to you. You could argue that it is worth it in many cases, but sometimes the numbers don’t lie.
If you want to start entry level, the 718 chassis is going to be launching point in the low $60,000 range; the base 911 is $40,000 more. However, buying a 718 for that $60,000 and change is nearly impossible given the options and how quickly they add up, and the dealer probably won’t order you one unless you are the best customer they have. The solution? Looks in the used market and hope something turns up. That is what we have today in a 2019 Cayman that had an MSRP of $73,000. Three years and 20,000 miles later? Well, I bet the used car discount isn’t going to seem as much as you’d think.
CLICK FOR DETAILS: 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman on eBay
Year: 2019
Model: 718 Cayman
VIN: WP0AA29943S620776
Engine: 2.0 turbocharged liter flat-4
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Mileage: 19,701 mi
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Price: $66,987 Buy It Now
This 2019 718 Cayman is a recent addition to our Certified Pre-Owned inventory here at Porsche St. Louis. It is a one-owner vehicle and is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission for a more engaging driving experience. Both the exterior and interior are finished in Black, while the interior also features the Carbon Fiber Trim package for a sportier look. This gorgeous 718 Cayman is an excellent driver’s car and will thrill you every time you get behind the wheel. Stop by today to experience this pure sports car for yourself!
Options include:
Wheels: 20″ Carrera S
2 Way Sport Seats Plus
Black, Leather Seat Trim
Porsche Active Suspension Management (Pasm)
Sport Chrono Package
Wheels Painted In Platinum Satin
Sport Tailpipes In Silver
Deletion Of Model Designation
Apple Carplay
Bose Surround Sound System
Carbon Fiber Interior Package
Lane Change Assist
Luggage Net In Passenger Footwell
Porsche Crest On Headrests
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Dial In Guards Red
The math works out to about $12,000 in options here, but only a $5,000 discount off of the sticker price. Would you trade 20,000 miles for $5,000? I don’t know if that is a great deal. This seems to be an example of really strong prices for all used cars right now, even the lowly base 718 Cayman. I’m sure that doesn’t help as it is at a Porsche dealer as well, and they certainly aren’t begging people to buy cars. I think you have to love this fairly basic spec with a few goodies for it to make sense for you, but the majority of us? Probably a quick pass. Your thoughts?
– Andrew
The engine alone makes it a pass. It’s too bad Porsche built a car that sounds like a Subaru.
not even an S…way too high priced…