[8833]

Does anyone know if longer-run maintenance costs are higher on the 718/Previous Cayman than a same-age 911? Someone stated that the 718 would likely be more expensive than the 911 because working on the 718 requires removing more components due to the mid-engine location.

I know Lotus Evora drivers dread maintenance that requires removing the rear clam-shell to access the inner mechanical bits. Could the 718 have a similar issue?

 

[Viffermike]

Does anyone know if longer-run maintenance costs are higher on the 718/Previous Cayman than a same-age 911? Someone stated that the 718 would likely be more expensive than the 911 because working on the 718 requires removing more components due to the mid-engine location.

I know Lotus Evora drivers dread maintenance that requires removing the rear clam-shell to access the inner mechanical bits. Could the 718 have a similar issue?

Both the 911 and the 718 feature engines that require component removal to service. (Don't let that rear bonnet fool you; almost nothing is accessible behind it, from what i understand.)

Thing is, the 911, as you may or may not know, has had this reputation for decades. I'm old enough to remember when Porschephiles considered it a point of pride that the 911 engine needed to be pulled to change the spark plugs. (Yes, you read that right.)

Why am I mentioning this? Because Porsches have never been about making maintenance easy or inexpensive -- and if you're asking this question, well, the difference in maintenance cost shouldn't be a primary concern. It's going to be expensive, whether you own a 718, a 911, or a 918.

All that said ... I can't answer your question. I'll leave that to the members who have owned both 911s and Boxsters/Caymans for extended lengths of time (There are a few here.) I just question (with cheerfulness) why it's a concern when the brand's never had a reputation for anything otherwise.

 

[My718isPorsche#5]

Before purchasing my 718 C I asked about the big one at 4 years and was told about $2000. The solution is to trade it in at 3 years.

 

[wriggly]

Before purchasing my 718 C I asked about the big one at 4 years and was told about $2000. The solution is to trade it in at 3 years.

That's my plan also. Back when I was a smoker I'd trade em when the ashtray got full.

 

[duegatti]

You folks need to put some miles on a Ducati for some perspective.

 

[RGM718]

Or a Maserati, Ferrari.........I remember when Team Rafanelli was at the Miami Grand Prix (ALMS) and we hosted the Ferrari Club. One person had just gotten an Enzo and was lamenting the service bulletin to change rotors et al at 1200 miles for $32,000. I said, sorry, if you can afford an Enzo, you can afford the brake service...

 

[Porsche2018]

There must be some Porsche owners on this website that have had other other models with high mileage and if they could give their opinion that would be helpful. My Cayman was my first experience but I have communicated with other Cayman and Boxster owners that had 200K/250K and are doing just fine keeping Porsche long term. I would hate for people to have the impression that Porsches are only a viable car while under warranty.

 

[RussellHodgson]

There must be some Porsche owners on this website that have had other other models with high mileage and if they could give their opinion that would be helpful. My Cayman was my first experience but I have communicated with other Cayman and Boxster owners that had 200K/250K and are doing just fine keeping Porsche long term. I would hate for people to have the impression that Porsches are only a viable car while under warranty.

In the long term it comes down to how much does it cost to maintain/repair the car versus buying a new one. If you are spending 2-3K a year in repairs or maintenance on a car you have paid off (so let's say more than 4-5 years old) then to me that is worth it as buying a new one would cost more than that.

 

[Viffermike]

You folks need to put some miles on a Ducati for some perspective.

Which is part of the reason why, in my sportbiking days, I owned an Aprilia instead ...

:: ducking ::

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[8833]

Thanks for the feedback! I guess my 23 years with my 944 turbo has spoiled me. I would say I've spent $500 per year on the car.

 

[ZuffenHouseRules]

Had my 987 Boxster S for 12 years. At some point (likely after the standard 3-year warranty expired) I switched servicing to a local independent shop specializing in German cars, where we'd been taking my wife's Benz and totally trusted the owner. Also drop-shipped there from Tire Rack for new shoes.

I honestly don't recall ever having a maintenance service cost $1000. Cost of non-routine mechanical fixes over 12 years: $0. (okay right at the end I paid a few hundred to fix the lower/raise top function, but as far as problems that could have left me stranded roadside: nada).

Truth be told I probably skimped on the factory service schedule and mostly went by ECU service reminders. Averaged less than one service per year. Now, it was a very low miles car yet still driven regularly, so probably an ideal combination from maintenance perspective....

But still, get a grip people! We've paid a premium for one of the most reliable automobiles on the planet. Dealer services visits are pricey (as are my wife's Mercedes dealer services) but in line with this class of car. Find a good independent shop to take over from the dealer post-warranty (or maybe even sooner....not sure how that works) and costs will be much lower.

Now stop worrying, just get in your 718 and enjoy driving the car as it was intended...hard.

 

[GTS]

I own a 2004 Cayenne S with over 207,000 miles. I'm its 2nd owner and I have every service record since new. The car has had more than $30,000 in maintenance related work over 14 years to keep it on the road, the vast majority invested by the first owner. Admittedly, my first year Cayenne has never been Porsche's most reliable model, but it may provide a little perspective on Porsche service costs over the long run.

I expect my 718 to be equally costly to maintain over that many miles or years, too. It's all just part of the cost of entry.

 

[Kipu0001]

Both the 911 and the 718 feature engines that require component removal to service. (Don't let that rear bonnet fool you; almost nothing is accessible behind it, from what i understand.)

Thing is, the 911, as you may or may not know, has had this reputation for decades. I'm old enough to remember when Porschephiles considered it a point of pride that the 911 engine needed to be pulled to change the spark plugs. (Yes, you read that right.)

Why am I mentioning this? Because Porsches have never been about making maintenance easy or inexpensive -- and if you're asking this question, well, the difference in maintenance cost shouldn't be a primary concern. It's going to be expensive, whether you own a 718, a 911, or a 918.

All that said ... I can't answer your question. I'll leave that to the members who have owned both 911s and Boxsters/Caymans for extended lengths of time (There are a few here.) I just question (with cheerfulness) why it's a concern when the brand's never had a reputation for anything otherwise.

I owned a 914-6 and a 912 as daily drivers.. Never had to bring in for maintenance in under a year in Calif.