It used to be possible to get a large luxury SUV with a manual transmission, but those days are long gone. One of the last such models was the Porsche Cayenne, an SUV that has typically been more engaging than its peers. But after the 2014 model year, the second-generation Cayenne resorted to a full lineup of automatics only, a good couple of years after BMW dropped the manual gearbox from its X5. When a neat manual Cayenne comes up for sale, it usually gets a fair amount of attention, and that’s precisely the case with this 2014 Porsche Cayenne on Cars & Bids. Its restrained design and manual shifter are a reminder of simpler times—and a stark contrast to the new Cayenne Electric.
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Desirable Spec Sweetens The Deal
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This 2014 Cayenne is finished in Jet Green Metallic, a particularly attractive color when paired with the Umber and Cream interior. No accidents or mileage discrepancies are noted in the Carfax report, and it’s been registered to the same owner since new.Â
Under the hood is a 3.6-liter V6 engine with 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque—it’s currently sitting on 82,000 miles. In this case, it’s paired to the six-speed manual gearbox, but an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic was available optionally. By today’s standards, this Cayenne V6 manual’s performance is merely average, with the 0-60 run taking 7.1 seconds. But the tactile pleasure of rowing your own gears in something so large and luxurious is now a novelty.
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This unmodified Cayenne features some desirable options, including a heated windshield, heated front seats, the Driver Memory Package, an electric sunroof, running boards, and an Exterior Package with glossy black trim.Â
The listing does note a few chips and scratches, some wear on the seats, and some corrosion on the underbody and exhaust components, but it appears to be in great overall shape, given its age.
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How Much Should You Pay?
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According to the documentation provided in the ad, this Cayenne V6 manual had an MSRP of $66,970 when purchased by the owner in August 2013. Kelley Blue Book shows the fair purchase price for the base 2014 Cayenne today is a lowly $10,933. However, the high bid for this example is already sitting at $36,000, with the auction only set to end on December 8.
On Bring A Trailer, a 2011 Cayenne manual sold for just under $30k earlier this week, and another one sold for $42k on Cars & Bids in October. A few of the more powerful Cayenne GTS manuals also pop up every now and again, with these generally commanding higher prices.
Besides the cool factor of the manual and this Jet Green example’s desirable spec, it’s also a second-gen Cayenne, which looks like a beauty queen alongside the first-gen model. At under $40k, it’s a lot of SUV for the money, provided you’re willing to live with the expectedly high maintenance costs.
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