I need to decide which options I want to spec for the Cayman S that i've just ordered. From my previous experience with a Boxster, I know that i'll get virtually nothing back in resale value from the options. Equally, I want to keep the car for a few years and, hence, want it kitted out exactly to my spec, within reason! In reality I don't want to regret not having an option like I did with my Boxster.
The 'must-have' options for me are:
- Metallic paint - Arctic Silver (£543)
- PCM (£1,933)
- BOSE (£859)
- CDC-4 CD autochanger (£348)
- Park assist (£325)
- Thicker sports steering wheel (£570)
- Wheel centre set (free from dealer)
- Mats (free from dealer)
The options that are up for grabs (including prices) are as follows:
- Full leather interior - Stone Grey (£1,879)
- Bi-xenon lighting system (£705)
- Automaticlly dimming mirrors (£353)
- Stainless steel tailpipe (£278)
- Short shifter (£380)
- 19-inch SportDesign wheels (£1,258)
- Heated seats (£269)
- Seat belts in Silver-Grey (£163)
- Porsch crest on headrests (£126)
- Door entry guards in carbon (£269)
With all of those options, the price comes in at around £53,500 - more than £10K above the base price of £43,133, but it would be an awesome spec. I would probably only get back £1-£2K on the options in a few years time. So, what are the pros and cons of the options above from your experiences in a Boxster or a Cayman?
The car will not be garaged and will be used at every opportunity as a daily driver!
Taz
The 'must-have' options for me are:
- Metallic paint - Arctic Silver (£543)
- PCM (£1,933)
- BOSE (£859)
- CDC-4 CD autochanger (£348)
- Park assist (£325)
- Thicker sports steering wheel (£570)
- Wheel centre set (free from dealer)
- Mats (free from dealer)
The options that are up for grabs (including prices) are as follows:
- Full leather interior - Stone Grey (£1,879)
- Bi-xenon lighting system (£705)
- Automaticlly dimming mirrors (£353)
- Stainless steel tailpipe (£278)
- Short shifter (£380)
- 19-inch SportDesign wheels (£1,258)
- Heated seats (£269)
- Seat belts in Silver-Grey (£163)
- Porsch crest on headrests (£126)
- Door entry guards in carbon (£269)
With all of those options, the price comes in at around £53,500 - more than £10K above the base price of £43,133, but it would be an awesome spec. I would probably only get back £1-£2K on the options in a few years time. So, what are the pros and cons of the options above from your experiences in a Boxster or a Cayman?
The car will not be garaged and will be used at every opportunity as a daily driver!
Taz
