I was the highest bidder of this particular 2018-porsche-718-cayman-s with a bid of $45250, which didn’t meet the reserve, but Cars & Bids reached out with a deal of $48500 + their 2.5% fees and I said the best I could do was $46200 + 2.5% fee considering they cut the fee from 4.5% to 2.5%, but it didn’t quite close the gap and the deal was off.
But the more I think about this the more I question myself should I just buy it at the suggested deal price? This Cayman S does have:
~ quite a bit mileage (I’m neutral about this as I thought I might get a better deal and I don’t have to cherish it as much considering it already has some mileage on it)
- a lot of modification, including exhaust
- meh color, I like exotic colors
- standard upholstery
+ Auto transmission (pls don’t judge me)
+ ventilated seats
+ southern owned
Is it worth reaching out again? It might have been sold anyway? Or do I need to calm down and wait lol.
Personally I think all the 718 models with the 4 cylinder turbo will keep dropping, I would wait.
AWE is a really good exhaust, and the 4-cylinder needs the help
I don’t see the market really dropping below $50k for these cars. When the next gen is all EV, either 4 or 6-cylinder variants are going to command a premium.
Can you reach out without cars and bids involved and get rid of that 2.5% fee?
How long have you been looking? How many have you seriously considered buying? My experience with folks buying cars is that the vast majority of buyers fall int o two categories. Either you are able to wait for the right one and you’ll know when that one comes through and you are satisfied with your purchase. Or, you are high on the ether to buy a Cayman. You’ll find another one in a short period of time that will work for you. Chances are high you’ll give up an option in exchange for another option, but it’ll be okay.
No judgement. Both types are great. You know which one you are. Enjoy! Let us know when you pull the trigger and post pics.
Great comment. I was high to buy my cayman. I wanted manual for sure, and not silver. Just for fun I drove a silver tiptronic S and bought it on the spot. I haven’t ever regretted it. It’s in my garage right now while my Panamera sits in the driveway. I’m going to go down and look at it before I go to sleep.
Man, the Cayman really needs the PDLS. I am currently looking for one, but I can’t buy one without it
Be careful what you wish for
Cars and bids is a joke
19-inch Porsche Cayman GT4-style forged wheels
Pretty sure those are Brooksmotos on eBay “forged“ wheels.
Not a bad wheel but also not really fully forged.
On your question re: regarding value, not a huge fan of the 4 Cyl Turbo engines. Especially when they are real close in price to a 997.2 and 991. Long term the 911 will hold its value better and offer a more dynamic drive.
I have a 997.2 C2 Manual and I rented a 718 Boxster S PDK a few years ago to rip through the canyons of Malibu. I also did the Porsche Experience in LA in a Cayman this summer.
They are capable but a bit boring as far as driving dynamics. In a 911 you feel weight transfer more and the rear engine dynamic is fun. The Flat 6 makes a great sound and is smoother.
I disagree. My base 718 was more engaging than my 991.1 S. (My opinion)
An automatic 4 cylinder for 50k? That’s a hard pass for me
People voting you down for your statement essentially doesn’t really understand the current market, nor do they understand Porsche. They’re just in love with the badge.
Or they’ve never driven a 718.
Unless you really want “this car”, I think you wait. The market has slowed down quite a bit this year, and sellers still think they’re in 2021 market values.
With that said, I wouldn’t wait more than a year. With the full EV model coming out for the 2025 MY, i think all prior Caymans will appreciate going forward.
Not sure all of them will appreciate. The automatic transmission models like this won’t likely go up. The people who believe ICE-model Porsches hold inherent emotional value likely (mostly) also want manual transmissions.
I’d say if you want it but it. You probably won’t find another 718 Cayman S under 55k any time soon
Carvana thinks mine is worth 38k. (2017S )
PPF with 49k miles already on it is an interesting choice. Was PDK service and spark plugs done recently? Those are some pricey services on a mid engine car.
Personally, I would drop 10-15k more for a CPO GTS.
You can’t buy CPO GTS for 60-65k right now.
None of the cars I have followed recently on CAB have met reserve. It is really something to see.
And yet, still consistently the highest sale rate of any auction house lol.
