2010-2016 Porsche Panamera Buyer's Guide - Reliability & Common Problems

[@MeynMotorGroup]

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[@4thaluvofjay116]

Coming from a Panamara owner your review was amazing. Yes! You’re absolutely right they are expensive to maintain. Even basic maintenance like brakes, spark plugs, tires etc with an independent mechanic aren’t cheap at all. The cheapest thing I pay for is an oil change that’s around $120. I recently replaced all 4 tires on my car that ran 450 per tire. I just got the brakes done last week was $2500. Got the starter replaced a year ago that was 1500. Up until the starter went out I didn’t have any major issues other than basic maintenance. I have a 2016 got it in 2019. I’ve had it for 5 years now & she’s been pretty reliable. I duel residency between Vegas & Phoenix sometimes I’ll drive the car between states & absolutely love it. I’ve been taking my car to the same mechanic for 5 years. Who specialize in Porsche & Audi. No that wasn’t easy to find because a lot of mechanics are afraid to touch my car outside of replacing tires. Other than that I absolutely love my car. I’ve had a BMW 5 series, Jaguar xf, & Maserati in the past & my Porsche by far is my favorite. Whenever I have to part ways I’m definitely getting another one. Hopefully that won’t be the case because I plan on passing it down to my Daughter.

[@AKIKAWASAKI08]

What kind of panamera do you have?

[@4thaluvofjay116]

@@AKIKAWASAKI08 mine is a 4S

[@AKIKAWASAKI08]

@@4thaluvofjay116 yo that's same panamera i drove and as a kid who doesn't have license yet i can say its perfect car for me, its easy to drive even at high speeds, it has very good handling and sound, what's the mileage of your Porsche?

[@4thaluvofjay116]

@@AKIKAWASAKI08 I just reached 80k but I drive it to and from AZ for work

[@4thaluvofjay116]

@@AKIKAWASAKI08 it’s been really reliable. I’ve been thinking if trading it for a new model but I’m just going to customize it and garage it in the future get an SUV

[@CecilBrian]

I have to take some issue with the commentary about ownership. Sure, I’m justifying my recent purchase of a 2014 Turbo. But these things are hard to beat post depreciation. The sticker on mine was $163k new and I purchased it with 33k miles for $42k. And yes, I paid more because I sought out a “good one”, not the cheapest one. Parts do not have to be expensive if you do your research. Porsche isn’t manufacturing spark plugs, oil, filters, brakes, etc… One can usually find the OEM parts sans the Porsche logo for 1/3rd the price if not less. NGK, Mahle, and others are their suppliers. Also, DIY is not as hard as you might think on these cars. I truly believe that part of their staggering price tag is due to engineering. I also own a 2008 Cayman S that has been incredibly easy to work on. Oil changes, plugs, filters, AOS, coil packs, battery, brakes, wheels, belts, all easy to DIY. I realize the Panamera is a more complex beast. But I bet that same engineering is there. Ironic that Porsche techs command the highest rates when the cars are easier to work on. I intend on doing a PDK service myself, oil change, plugs, and filters within the next few weeks. DIY can save you big when owning these cars. And also, maybe it’s the DIYer who is best suited to them. Because they will likely stay up on maintenance. Which is the critical factor here, isn’t it? If you’re the owner who doesn’t check the oil until the service light comes on, this car is not for you. Stay after it. Do the logical maintenance. Do it more often than Porsche tells you to. You will get the 200k miles out of the vehicle. That said, the air shocks are definitely going to fail. So just set money aside for that inevitable occurrence.

[@InternetDude]

I called Porsche this week, their shop rate is $199/hr for service. My local mechanic charges $150 and works on everything. It's worth the premium.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

If it’s a marginal difference like that then of course go with Porsche but some dealers are apparently charging 400 an hour

[@thomashelm6931]

​@@MeynMotorGroupI have a warranty on my 2010 Panamera S and took it to the dealership. They are horrible, as I found out from my, now, independent mechanic. Using bolts more than once (valve covers, oil pan and timing chain cover. Coming up with "problems" that didn't exist.. The same story applies to mechanics at a stealership.. maybe 2 are qualified, the rest came from Jiffy Lube. They aren't difficult aircraft to work on, they're cars with computers running many systems.

[@BikeLifewithRob]

Love my Panamera

[@timw2083]

I've always liked the look of these over the RS7

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I have to agree always thought these were unique and the 2014 refresh was great

[@grayparatrooper]

Ive been looking at the 3.6 v6 the more basic the easier to maintain imo

[@SRKNFL34]

South Florida Porsche dealers charge over $400-$500 an hour 😂 definitely not $100-$200 an hour

[@Opium64]

I could only imagine places up north where it’s not a target market for might be more than 500 a hour

[@MeynMotorGroup]

That’s just stupid

[@redsucks]

Learn to do your own repairs.

[@brodyeskelsen4389]

Ha ha, thank you. I came across a few of these for sub 20k in my area. One claiming to have 600 horsepower. I was surprised at how cheap they were since it's Porsche. Small part of me was like maybe just maybe let's do a little research. Watched your video and it snapped me back to reality.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea my friend epic cars but outside of a warranty, it can be a nightmare. I did research more regarding warranties and found route 66, fidelity, freedom, and portfolio apparently offer some of the best warranties for used cars according to the leasehackr forum

[@staceypayton5159]

your reviews are awesome man!👌🙏✊

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I'm humbled, thank you so much for your kind words!

[@Petrolawe_Q8]

Porsche is one of the most reliable cars if only you maintain it carefully in time and drive it gently not like you stole it

[@AKIKAWASAKI08]

It doesn't matter how you drive it, my friend has porsche panamera v8 n/a and always drives it full speed on autobahn, 250000km and no major issues, just maintentance for wearable material and essentials

[@lboogie3171]

I luv my 970 Turbo S as one of my favorite grand touring. Mines is heavily modified to keep up with today’s AMGs and current models Pan. Fun fact, bet people don’t know that there was a manual version only for the Euro market. 😮

[@vladandrei51]

How is the reliability of the biturbo V6? Any turbos issues? Bore scoring? Any common issues to be mindful of? I'm in the market for one, switching from a pre-facelift 4S

[@relic2279]

I can't speak to this specific model but it's Porsche - they're literally known for being the turbo car company. If I want a turbo charged car, I'm gonna buy Porsche.

[@stephenpato5524]

Any "disasters" with the 970.1 turbo motor?

[@Excalabur50]

Very Good Mate!

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks a lot!

[@jabariallen4518]

The 2014 model didn't take a break on the Turbo S...? I have a 2014 Turbo S Executive

[@RossEnzo]

Put it this way my Indy shop had a Panamera with the entire drivetrain out last I saw one getting work done. These are very complex and hard to own cars

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Not surprised these things are known for having engine, transmission, electrical, well every type of problem you can imagine 😅😂

[@stevenrussi5973]

pictures of this car are deceiving. it looks much smaller in person. the front quarter view displays the very attractive rear haunches. when you drive it with the s v8, wow, it moves out--the fit and finish are first rate. the side view is not its forte, looks-wize, but very other angle shows how gorgeous this car actually is. this is from an auto detailer. looks great in white.

[@shaunmiller3342]

Can you do a video like this on the Range Rover Velar

[@queennuruinvestisment4099]

how much doest it cost now this series ??

[@fahlafelqueensbabiib]

What do you use to edit your videos

[@MeynMotorGroup]

lumafusion on macbook

[@ReneNYG1]

I had a 2014 turbo S it was awesome and I only had it for a year because I was scared of repairs but I love my time with it,the seat position memory didn't work but otherwise fine.It did have a turbo sensor problem i had fixed it showed it going to high maybe a rev sensor,but it was covered under the 30 day warranty.I bought it with only 34K on the clock and put 9,000 miles before I flipped it.The brakes were ceramic and it was loaded.I never used the additional button for extra 28 HP since the 550 and horses was enough for me.

[@salimrandall]

I always liked this car from the beginning. I read used ones aren’t reliable and cost a ton to fix. That might not be true I don’t know anybody with one.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Yea great cars but can be very problematic all kinds of drivetrain and electrical issues

[@kidpizz]

In your research we're you able to find the most reliable years and models of the Panamera ?

[@mikeoz01]

good review but IMHO overly pessimistic. Maintenance frequency and expense no more than any high end performance car; in my experience less than bmw, range rover, corvette....

[@christofonobrown3659]

🤘🏼

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Thanks for dropping in!

[@Loachie90]

Everything but the taillights 😩

[@MeynMotorGroup]

😅 Yea I hear you many don't like the taillights

[@Loachie90]

@@MeynMotorGroup i bet if i could afford one i would have a different opinion 😂

[@theodoreyoung8777]

👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@devongee1776]

Yeah not these ones lol

[@MeynMotorGroup]

😅

[@devongee1776]

@@MeynMotorGroupthey’re just frumpy lookin idk

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@devongee1776 I totally understand it does have some awkwardness but I guess that to me is what makes it unique since it doesn’t look “perfect” causes the vehicle to stand out but I can see why a lot of people didn’t like it

[@devongee1776]

@@MeynMotorGroup to me it just looks like they had to make a vehicle that wasn’t a 911 in order to gain more market share but they just couldn’t fathom making something that doesn’t look like a 911 so it’s just a 911 that’s been massaged for too long, already bust its nut and is just there, defeated. You know what I mean.

[@MeynMotorGroup]

@@devongee1776 🤣 yea I do know what you mean that’s a valid point for sure 😂

[@theodoreyoung8777]

Good morning bro now I got two videos ima comment on today lol 🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾🫡

[@MeynMotorGroup]

Can’t wait to get your thoughts on the new and used Panameras brother!

[@theodoreyoung8777]

@@MeynMotorGroup Been very busy bro but soon as I get a chance as usual ima drop those comments 🤝😎👍🏾👍🏾🫡