Porsche 24 hour invite

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 09:04 AM

Received a letter from Porsche UK inviting me to take a 24hr test drive in a Cayman. Are they not selling well or something? Anyway, just spoken to them and booked 24hrs in a Cayman S. Well, it would be rude not to, particularly as I'm on holiday and have the chance to blast about a bit.

Quite excited actually, as a Porsche 911, (particularly older 993 or new 997), has always been on my wishlist. By all accounts the Cayman S is a solid performer though.

Will post impressions after the drive, which is on Wed 29th August.

NFS · 08-07-2007, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by RockIt

Received a letter from Porsche UK inviting me to take a 24hr test drive in a Cayman. Are they not selling well or something? Anyway, just spoken to them and booked 24hrs in a Cayman S. Well, it would be rude not to, particularly as I'm on holiday and have the chance to blast about a bit.

Quite excited actually, as a Porsche 911, (particularly older 993 or new 997), has always been on my wishlist. By all accounts the Cayman S is a solid performer though.

Will post impressions after the drive, which is on Wed 29th August.

It would be rude not to take them up on the offer really.

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by needforspeed

It would be rude not to take them up on the offer really.

Quite so. Looking forward to hearing that flat 6 scream a bit. :rocks: Do Porsche make diesel sports cars...

DervFan · 08-07-2007, 09:23 AM

I had a 'go' in a flappy-paddle 997 recently

enjoy the Cayman and remember to post some

1stKnight · 08-07-2007, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by RockIt

Do Porsche make diesel sports cars...

This is the closest you'll get : http://www.porschetractors.com/ap133.html

I suppose those who chose diesel BMW's can rest assured their 'tractor's' are slightly faster...

DervFan · 08-07-2007, 09:46 AM

Now if we're talking tractors - I'd prefer a Lamborghini over a Porsche any day!

Lambo even do an R8 version - 262Bhp

1stKnight · 08-07-2007, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DervFan

Now if we're talking tractors - I'd prefer a Lamborghini over a Porsche any day!

Lambo even do an R8 version - 262Bhp

Clarkson should've used THAT for his North Pole trip!!

The Toyota he used was sweet but the 262bhp Lambo tractor...wow!

squeezebm · 08-07-2007, 09:53 AM

I really like them Caymans,let us know what you think

vivekk · 08-07-2007, 09:55 AM

Lawn mower racing- it's the way to go!

"A Group 4 mower is a lawn tractor with chassis designed for 18hp, which has been designed to cut grass for domestic purposes. It will have the engine situated in front of the operator, covered by an obvious bonnet. A rotary blade cutting deck will be suspended under the chassis between the front and rear wheels. The original tyre sizes will have an obvious size difference front to rear offering a profile of a ‘baby’ agricultural tractor.Anyone preparing a new Group 4 mower must contact the race committee.
Do not assume that your type of machine is homologated even if you think you have seen something similar racing"

It could be 'the clincher' for attracting members to UK4!

Viv

dxb335d · 08-07-2007, 09:55 AM

i wouldnt mind a test drive

vivekk · 08-07-2007, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

i wouldnt mind a test drive

Of what, Carmela..the Cayman or the lawn mowers?

Viv

dxb335d · 08-07-2007, 10:00 AM

the new caveman, i mean cayman

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by DervFan

I had a 'go' in a flappy-paddle 997 recently

enjoy the Cayman and remember to post some

I shall indeed. If I can find the time to stop driving and take out the camera! Can't decide where to go yet. Lots of great drives close by. Went up to Emley Moor Mast yesterday. (See pics), Or could go up into the Dales, or maybe across to the East Coast. Hope there's not limited mileage!

NFS · 08-07-2007, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by RockIt

Quite so. Looking forward to hearing that flat 6 scream a bit. :rocks: Do Porsche make diesel sports cars...

One of my colleagues has a Cayman S.

He was following me into a car park recently and I had the windows down ... his flat six totally drowned out the noise from my engine.

It sounded VERY nice indeed.

I'd definitely get one if I didn't have kids.

(actually that's a lie I'd get a Lotus Exige)

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by needforspeed

One of my colleagues has a Cayman S.

He was following me into a car park recently and I had the windows down ... his flat six totally drowned out the noise from my engine.

It sounded VERY nice indeed.

I'd definitely get one if I didn't have kids.

(actually that's a lie I'd get a Lotus Exige)

That's the problem of course, limited space. I'd love a Porsche but there are times that the extra seats and the practicality of being able to load the boot is essential. Unless I can persuade the wife to sell her Mini and get something more practical for those occasions that we need the space. Thing is, I'd always be wanting to take the Porsche though. Maybe this test drive isn't a good idea, as I'll probably end up buying one!

dxb335d · 08-07-2007, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RockIt

That's the problem of course, limited space. I'd love a Porsche but there are times that the extra seats and the practicality of being able to load the boot is essential. Unless I can persuade the wife to sell her Mini and get something more practical for those occasions that we need the space. Thing is, I'd always be wanting to take the Porsche though. Maybe this test drive isn't a good idea, as I'll probably end up buying one!

not a prob bud. what time that morning it being delivered shall i get to yours??!!! ill have the test drive instead

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by dxb335d

not a prob bud. what time that morning it being delivered shall i get to yours??!!! ill have the test drive instead

Thanks for the offer, but I'd rather eat my own liver. And I'm a vegetarian.

Z4 Beemer · 08-07-2007, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by RockIt

That's the problem of course, limited space. I'd love a Porsche but there are times that the extra seats and the practicality of being able to load the boot is essential. Unless I can persuade the wife to sell her Mini and get something more practical for those occasions that we need the space. Thing is, I'd always be wanting to take the Porsche though. Maybe this test drive isn't a good idea, as I'll probably end up buying one!

Your wife really needs to get rid of the MINI and buy something more sensible to let you get the Porker

Look forward to seeing/hearing about the Caymen S - I can really see me owning one at some point in the future (probably not the S but definitely Cobalt Blue) - no kids you see so that makes the decision much easier for me.

though Porsche servicing costs can be horrendous!

Oli · 08-07-2007, 12:53 PM

How did you get the 24hr test drive?

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by OliH

How did you get the 24hr test drive?

I received an unsolicited letter from Porsche GB with a pamphlet. When I rang them they had me down as still owning a Mazda RX8. The letter stated that they had received my details from a 3rd party.

Oli · 08-07-2007, 01:02 PM

Im ringing them tomorrow then, I fancy a Cayman, as a play toy!!

RockIt · 08-07-2007, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Z4 Beemer

Your wife really needs to get rid of the MINI and buy something more sensible to let you get the Porker

Look forward to seeing/hearing about the Caymen S - I can really see me owning one at some point in the future (probably not the S but definitely Cobalt Blue) - no kids you see so that makes the decision much easier for me.

though Porsche servicing costs can be horrendous!

She's just read your post!

We don't need to haul kids on a regular basis, but it is useful to have the space for when I need to drag my keyboards and amp around the place for gigs, or to take friends out.

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