Panamera purchase advise
#1
Panamera purchase advise
I am new to Porsche. I have been a luxury owner of America autos for the 20 years. I am seriously searching to purchase a 2014 Panamera. I hear and see awesome reviews and experiences of the Panamera. Would you all be so kind as to tell me what are the typical issues and things I should look out for in my purchase?
Thank you for having me as a member and I look forward to sharing my experiences in the future
Thank you for having me as a member and I look forward to sharing my experiences in the future
#3
advice
As a 2 time Panamera owner, my thoughts are to make sure you have either CPO warranty or after-market warranty on your Panamera.
I purchased my first Panamera 2 years ago, I wanted a GTS but could not phantom spending $80k-$90k for a used one. So I purchased a Panamera hybrid with all the options, it had a $125k sticker price and I bought it for less than half with 24k miles. Although I loved the interior (18way sport seats...), the V6 hybrid engine felt very non-Porsche, it felt like driving a Camry.
So I bit the bullet in fall and traded it for a GTS. Never looked back. What a fantastic car. It completely eliminated my desire for a second car (was thinking for a long time about a weekender 911) and every time I start up the GTS, the roof in my garage rattles, the dogs bark and I have a big smile on my face.
I purchased 3rd party after market warranty, and 3 months after purchase, the fronts struts failed, $3k repair job, but just $250 out of pocket.
I will drive this GTS till the end of the warranty, then trade for another one.
Best car I have had. But make sure you have some sort of coverage.
I purchased my first Panamera 2 years ago, I wanted a GTS but could not phantom spending $80k-$90k for a used one. So I purchased a Panamera hybrid with all the options, it had a $125k sticker price and I bought it for less than half with 24k miles. Although I loved the interior (18way sport seats...), the V6 hybrid engine felt very non-Porsche, it felt like driving a Camry.
So I bit the bullet in fall and traded it for a GTS. Never looked back. What a fantastic car. It completely eliminated my desire for a second car (was thinking for a long time about a weekender 911) and every time I start up the GTS, the roof in my garage rattles, the dogs bark and I have a big smile on my face.
I purchased 3rd party after market warranty, and 3 months after purchase, the fronts struts failed, $3k repair job, but just $250 out of pocket.
I will drive this GTS till the end of the warranty, then trade for another one.
Best car I have had. But make sure you have some sort of coverage.
#5
I had a Panamera Turbo (2014) for a short time, bought at a pretty high discount. Ended up going back to 911 just to downsize because I didn't need 4 seats. That said-
Panamera Turbo is a fantastic car- but I recommend PDCC. In fact, I recommend PDCC on even a 4S. Also, Lane-change assist is a good feature.
Get a PPI done on any used one you get- I'd advise a CPO one from a dealer with a documented maintenance history!
IMO the best one is either the GTS or Turbo S. 4S also good! Very good torque from the 4S turbos. GTS and Turbo S have the air suspension, and most of the 4S cars don't.
Good luck in your hunt! If I was you, start at used GTS and then see if other model types can match it.
Panamera Turbo is a fantastic car- but I recommend PDCC. In fact, I recommend PDCC on even a 4S. Also, Lane-change assist is a good feature.
Get a PPI done on any used one you get- I'd advise a CPO one from a dealer with a documented maintenance history!
IMO the best one is either the GTS or Turbo S. 4S also good! Very good torque from the 4S turbos. GTS and Turbo S have the air suspension, and most of the 4S cars don't.
Good luck in your hunt! If I was you, start at used GTS and then see if other model types can match it.
#6
I bought my 4S from a dealer friend who had the car completely checked prior to the purchased, a true PPI. We found some things that we addressed including new engine mounts and typical tune up. I would add having PSAM to the list of wants in a Panny...although mine is on springs and not air suspension. I would also ensure you get as many of the features that YOU desire in the car. A nice sorted example of the 4S, Turbo S, or GTS will keep you smiling EVERY single time you drive it.
#7
Agreed. My PTT has PDCC and it is great. Where in FL are you? I'd be happy to show my car to you if you're local.