I have spent some 15 years or more overlanding in an 80-series land cruiser, then bought another one, then my son bought a 100-series and I bought a Cayenne. I must admit that I am surprised. Of course, that thing is smaller but it handles like a train on rails, it is very comfortable and actually capable off-road. My son destroys absolutely everything (he's been through a few surrons, dirt bikes, a Silverado etc) and after 30K miles driving the Cayenne and doing absolutely poor/ghetto maintenance, it works great. That's a keeper and a welcome surprise. The base trim, which I have, is kind of slow but much more simple and more than enough for overlanding.
Please make a video with your impressions of driving the Porsche. How does it feel on the road compared to the Toyota, cruising, wind noise, fuel consumption, at high speed, on a twisty road, etc. What about in town driving. Does it struggle while overlanding ? What are the things you like and dislike about the Porsche? I am really interested about this topic. Thanks.
Hey bud, While I may not be into overlanding, I am in love with my 958 Cayenne S. Easy to maintain, Crazy good performance, and So damn comfortable. Your 957 will treat you well! She looks incredible.
I just found your channel after purchasing a 955 Cayenne S that I'm thinking of converting to a mild offroad build. Your footage is fantastic! Really beautiful work. Very inspiring. The build looks great, too!! As of now I'm leaning toward a little lift and wheels/tires that won't require cutting fenders or removing bumpers. It's going to be a daily and a work vehicle so don't want it to be too aggressive. Again, great job.
Incredibly well made video man! the only gripe I have is that the audio seemed extremely soft through my headphones at max volume (even though the ad before it was loud). I really liked the whole no nonsense vibe with just straight storytelling. Keep it up man and I hope to see more videos from you in the future!
I’m about to do the same! I have fallen in love with these over lander builds. I’m probably going to get an 04-08 S or turbo S with steel springs and added horsepower. I didn’t realize that base models were just as capable as the S and turbo models. Great video by the way and as a fellow videographer your shots were amazing. I look forward to seeing your other videos. Keep up the great work 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
that rig looks absolutely badass, like a rally car. But I trust Porsche reliability about as far as I can throw it. Hopefully it's got you home in one piece.
First Gen Porsche Cayenne is a legend in the making in the off road world. Super capable and luxurious drive on pavement. Neither Toyota or Jeep can touch that.
@@Samoffgridtotally agree. And I have owned multiple versions of all 3. Jeep is a one trick pony… Toyota is better on highway but still miles away from a Porsche drive on pavement.
Sick build! Don’t listen to the haters. Most do not understand that Cayenne ownership isn’t as costly as they think. Also that money put into making a good rig is just about the same as all of the other common builds out there.
GREAT CHOICE! If you can locate them, Porsche made steel suspension arms and lower subframe parts in steel for the Transsyberia variant of this 2nd gen Cayenne. I like the choice of boring V6 vs V8 S & Turbo model on account of mileage, simplicity of the engine, and the fact that it’s the relatively common world wide VR6 from VW. The V8’s have myriad maintenance upkeep items and just overall complexity that I image the V6 simplifies. Awesome example! You inspire me. Please take it many places and don’t be afraid to break it, the Porsche community is amazing for alterations and upgrades, find the weak links and tell us about it. I love the Cayenne but never really appreciated it until I realized how attainable they are, and how capable they always have been. Great choice. Many many safe journeys for you in the Cayenne.
Great choice in putting money into upgrading the BOLT ON brakes from a Turbo. Porsche has great interchangeability with parts, with lots of upgrade potential when it comes time to service it. Porsche parts are the best, go aftermarket only in extremes.
Great video I got a 2009 Cayenne with 3.6 motor and I am getting ready to install eurowise 2.5” lift but I am second guessing if I should go with a 2008 Cayenne S instead
Subbed. Most wouldn't do what you did just because of the thought of maintenance costs on that ting. Genuinely interested to see how that rig performs for you.
reaching the end of the tunnel on my road less traveled 2012 Q7 TDi build with Eurowise stuff. Mounting the a SuperWinch 12k this weekend on a Eurowise winch mount bumper.
Love the build man! Glad you chose the VR6. Definitely the most reliable option and even though it's a base model (290hp) it still has more power than your old Tacoma lol. I have the exact same spec :)
Thank you! It 100% was the best choice, VR6 on coils! With gear and 33x12.5s I was getting 17mpg😂 and I can actually pass people on the hwy lol very happy with how this turned out
If you dont have oil spells from the engine, your next check point is the transfer case; which need to be strengthened to coop with harsh offroading; usually this part internalls are already cooked if not maintained and lubraicated properly
How good are these actually offroad? I have been considering getting rid of my Disco 4 for one but don't want to go backwards in towing/offroad capability.. Sweet video by the way
Nice work dude , I am not much into over landing as much as in mountain pass driving but this video introduced me to this new thing with nice presentation , you are getting a new subscriber and I am gaining a new intrest. Best of luck
Hey man, great build! I'm wondering if you could show the electircal work/wiring for the lights a bit? I'm struggling with that on my build. I would be pleased if you could help out, since there isn't that much information about that in the internet. Greetings from Germany.
This looks so cool! Well done. I was thinking about putting a spacer lift on my unibody SUV but I read that it causes extra wear on the ball joints and can cause the suspension to fail. Probably fine for riding around town but risky for overloading/offroading. Is this a real concern or is it overblown?
Hey cool build, now show us some trips you do in it and show the performance of the build. The builds are good and all but the trip is what you built it for 😎
Don’t listen to these naysayers. I have run both and honestly the Porsche is more solid, reliable, and easier to work on plus the driving experience is greatly enhanced. The Toyota had more diabolical engineering mysteries, sloppy fitment troubles, and more things to scratch my head over or curse about. You made a good decision
Really cool looking vehicle, not sure however that the Porsche's chassis and body are made to survive such "Real Off-Road" challenges. It's a Sports Utility Vehicle which was never really meant to see anything off-road apart from your front lawn. Hope it works out for you. I really like it 👍
Hey mate thanks for the video, could you please tell me which models had the transfer case and diff locks? Also aren't these Cayenne inherently unreliable?? Cheers Steve.
I could do that! The quick synopsis however is that Toyota doesn’t compare even slightly to the driving experience that the Porsche offers. The Tacoma is overly built and will take you literally anywhere you need to go but is almost a chore to drive.
1:48 how much smaller wheel/tire diameter would you have been limited to if you decided not to cut anything? I never recommend cutting, what was the alternative wheel choice which would have fit the 2” lift with no cutting?
Thanks! The wheels are 18x9, +25 offset and those are Mesh’s from EF wheels (owned by Eurowise). The tires are true 33x12.5” Toyo RT trails! Not sure what year yours is but I’m sure you’d have to relocate intercoolers and do some trimming to fit them
I havent even watched the video, but when i saw the title I was like, what are the odds. I have a 2005 Sequoia and have been trying to figure out something a little "nicer" to drive daily or on trips while still being able to go offroad with little concern. The Cayenne or LX570 is where I'm at. Its hard to not want to take plunge into a Cayenne Turbo too, but price might make that decision for me. I'm curious of what you think about the build quality - fit/finish - etc between the two. My guess is the "feel" inside the Porsche is far superior to the Toyota.......
What was the tire size on this? I’ve in a 2010 S trim. It’s been great. Endless maintenance and repair but never left me stranded. 160,000kms and runs like new still. I’m on the fence of freshening up with a new look or upgrade to newer.
Hey dude what size wheels did you go with? Love the stance and look of yours. I'm currently building a wrecked cayenne I picked up and am already looking at wheels/tires 😂
Yes, correct! This had 130k miles on it and I went with the VR6 for reliability vs the turbos and parts availability being that it's a VW engine. It still makes about 300 hp and hasn't felt underpowered at all! If I were to do it again id probably go with the S, so the NA V8.
Fantastic Build! I like the vision you had for the stock Porsche. Your cinematography artform you have with the camera eye also shows in your build of the Porsche. Subscribe for more? Hell yeah!
Not everyone realises that the Cayenne is a Q7 and a Touareg and an Urus… and you are doing work yourself, so you know which parts to get and where… I am in South Africa ….had 2 Touaregs….albeit the mk1 2.5 diesel And then mk 2. v6 diesel…not a worry ever….crossed South Africa and Namibia…with both ….. have fun…on and off the road… in comfort…
@@Samoffgrid After seeing Talons' Video, def want to see it in more detail, IE, what case, what burners, what you love about it, what you would change, ETC.. Really get a in depth nerdy deep dive into it, maybe wrap that into your full interior build out? I know for me I want to replicate that exact kitchen set-up since I've gotten something similar but that looks so much more dialed
I have spent some 15 years or more overlanding in an 80-series land cruiser, then bought another one, then my son bought a 100-series and I bought a Cayenne. I must admit that I am surprised. Of course, that thing is smaller but it handles like a train on rails, it is very comfortable and actually capable off-road. My son destroys absolutely everything (he's been through a few surrons, dirt bikes, a Silverado etc) and after 30K miles driving the Cayenne and doing absolutely poor/ghetto maintenance, it works great. That's a keeper and a welcome surprise. The base trim, which I have, is kind of slow but much more simple and more than enough for overlanding.
Welcome to the Cayenne community. Looks great so far.
Hey, thanks! Loving it so far
I am about to buy a Cayenne and make it my whole personality after watching this holy moly great work Sam!!
Please make a video with your impressions of driving the Porsche. How does it feel on the road compared to the Toyota, cruising, wind noise, fuel consumption, at high speed, on a twisty road, etc. What about in town driving. Does it struggle while overlanding ? What are the things you like and dislike about the Porsche? I am really interested about this topic. Thanks.
Great car to explore the world, one breakdown at the time. Good luck!
Dude. This video HITS. Great job, the effort you put into everything from the Porsche to the videography really shows.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that, it means a ton!
Hey bud, While I may not be into overlanding, I am in love with my 958 Cayenne S. Easy to maintain, Crazy good performance, and So damn comfortable. Your 957 will treat you well! She looks incredible.
This is a frickin masterpiece, you need to make content weekly, million subs.
I just found your channel after purchasing a 955 Cayenne S that I'm thinking of converting to a mild offroad build. Your footage is fantastic! Really beautiful work. Very inspiring. The build looks great, too!! As of now I'm leaning toward a little lift and wheels/tires that won't require cutting fenders or removing bumpers. It's going to be a daily and a work vehicle so don't want it to be too aggressive. Again, great job.
Congrats on the new build! These things are so capable and comfortable, you can’t go wrong.
Thank you! Absolutely, I’m siked on it!
This is my father's dream car. I'm in the process of getting him one and yours looks amazing!
Videography and angles are amazing !!!
you are a hidden gem you really deserve way more keep going
Thank you so much! That truly helps with motivation!
Turned out so good, well done Sam.
Incredibly well made video man! the only gripe I have is that the audio seemed extremely soft through my headphones at max volume (even though the ad before it was loud). I really liked the whole no nonsense vibe with just straight storytelling. Keep it up man and I hope to see more videos from you in the future!
I’m about to do the same! I have fallen in love with these over lander builds. I’m probably going to get an 04-08 S or turbo S with steel springs and added horsepower. I didn’t realize that base models were just as capable as the S and turbo models. Great video by the way and as a fellow videographer your shots were amazing. I look forward to seeing your other videos. Keep up the great work 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Great cinematography! I can hardly wait for you next vid!
Wow, thank you so much! I can’t wait to get one out there!
that rig looks absolutely badass, like a rally car.
But I trust Porsche reliability about as far as I can throw it. Hopefully it's got you home in one piece.
First Gen Porsche Cayenne is a legend in the making in the off road world. Super capable and luxurious drive on pavement. Neither Toyota or Jeep can touch that.
This is facts! I say it all the time but a little less reliability for a better driving experience is well worth it imo
@@Samoffgridtotally agree. And I have owned multiple versions of all 3. Jeep is a one trick pony… Toyota is better on highway but still miles away from a Porsche drive on pavement.
Sick build! Don’t listen to the haters. Most do not understand that Cayenne ownership isn’t as costly as they think. Also that money put into making a good rig is just about the same as all of the other common builds out there.
GREAT CHOICE! If you can locate them, Porsche made steel suspension arms and lower subframe parts in steel for the Transsyberia variant of this 2nd gen Cayenne. I like the choice of boring V6 vs V8 S & Turbo model on account of mileage, simplicity of the engine, and the fact that it’s the relatively common world wide VR6 from VW. The V8’s have myriad maintenance upkeep items and just overall complexity that I image the V6 simplifies.
Awesome example! You inspire me. Please take it many places and don’t be afraid to break it, the Porsche community is amazing for alterations and upgrades, find the weak links and tell us about it. I love the Cayenne but never really appreciated it until I realized how attainable they are, and how capable they always have been. Great choice. Many many safe journeys for you in the Cayenne.
Great choice in putting money into upgrading the BOLT ON brakes from a Turbo. Porsche has great interchangeability with parts, with lots of upgrade potential when it comes time to service it. Porsche parts are the best, go aftermarket only in extremes.
Great video I got a 2009 Cayenne with 3.6 motor and I am getting ready to install eurowise 2.5” lift but I am second guessing if I should go with a 2008 Cayenne S instead
First gen Cayenne is a hard core off road vehicle. Great choice.
Production value on this video goes crazy man. Earned a new sub for sure brother.
Porsche extended warranty can last for 15 years, my 2015 cayenne turbo is an epic drive and worry free, active sway bars are incredible
The Wheels look Amazing. Nice Build! Have fun!
your cayenne has the vr6? how do you like it? i here its more reliable but v8 seems like more fun. love the build
Subbed. Most wouldn't do what you did just because of the thought of maintenance costs on that ting. Genuinely interested to see how that rig performs for you.
Very high-quality edits, brother. Keep it up!
Cool car. Cool wheels. Cool spacers. You're so cool.
Thank you 🤗
Okay I need a Cayenne now! Love the build Sam!
Carrying gear and weight that's exceeding the spring weight. I have plans on upgrading the suspension next!
reaching the end of the tunnel on my road less traveled 2012 Q7 TDi build with Eurowise stuff. Mounting the a SuperWinch 12k this weekend on a Eurowise winch mount bumper.
Love the build man! Glad you chose the VR6. Definitely the most reliable option and even though it's a base model (290hp) it still has more power than your old Tacoma lol. I have the exact same spec :)
Thank you! It 100% was the best choice, VR6 on coils! With gear and 33x12.5s I was getting 17mpg😂 and I can actually pass people on the hwy lol very happy with how this turned out
Love it. But when they break… gotta have deep pockets. Been there with my 04 Cayenne…Now it’s back to the 4Runner for me.
However, best of luck.👊
Good thing I do all the work myself 😉 thanks much!
If you dont have oil spells from the engine, your next check point is the transfer case; which need to be strengthened to coop with harsh offroading; usually this part internalls are already cooked if not maintained and lubraicated properly
well done video and very nice optics! the build looks great so far. salute from switzerland
Cheers from the US! So glad you liked it!
We want more videos of this awesome build camping setup etc..
@@rishikarad8948 more coming soon!
Were you back in Hanksville this fall? Saw a sweet cayenne that looked really similar to this along with a built up 4th gen 4runner there last month…
How good are these actually offroad? I have been considering getting rid of my Disco 4 for one but don't want to go backwards in towing/offroad capability..
Sweet video by the way
Towing capacity is 7Klbs. There's a video of a bone stock Cayenne doing Hell's Gate in Moab - ruclips.net/video/sUevAlAjB_0/видео.html
Nice work dude , I am not much into over landing as much as in mountain pass driving but this video introduced me to this new thing with nice presentation , you are getting a new subscriber and I am gaining a new intrest. Best of luck
Hey man, great build! I'm wondering if you could show the electircal work/wiring for the lights a bit? I'm struggling with that on my build. I would be pleased if you could help out, since there isn't that much information about that in the internet.
Greetings from Germany.
That's next-level!
This looks so cool! Well done. I was thinking about putting a spacer lift on my unibody SUV but I read that it causes extra wear on the ball joints and can cause the suspension to fail. Probably fine for riding around town but risky for overloading/offroading. Is this a real concern or is it overblown?
Hey cool build, now show us some trips you do in it and show the performance of the build. The builds are good and all but the trip is what you built it for 😎
Fun video mate. Keep up the good work.
Don’t listen to these naysayers. I have run both and honestly the Porsche is more solid, reliable, and easier to work on plus the driving experience is greatly enhanced. The Toyota had more diabolical engineering mysteries, sloppy fitment troubles, and more things to scratch my head over or curse about. You made a good decision
Do what makes you happy, haters gonna hate 😊
Duuuuude what a video! looking good, Im installing my eurowise lift this week and also the toyo rt trail
Let’s gooo!🔥 thank you! And you’re going to love it!
Great contents and build. What size tires/rims are you running?
You’ll be spending more on maintenance..you know that right..I have an fj and two cayennes.. but they are good fun 😊
That’s why I went with the VR6 and steel springs:) way less to worry about and way more reliable!
That rig looks great!
Really cool looking vehicle, not sure however that the Porsche's chassis and body are made to survive such "Real Off-Road" challenges. It's a Sports Utility Vehicle which was never really meant to see anything off-road apart from your front lawn. Hope it works out for you. I really like it 👍
@@robertw.1499 I guess we will find out!😉
Great build so far. Why did you decide on the base model vs S vs Turbo? Fuel economy? Cheers
Hey mate thanks for the video, could you please tell me which models had the transfer case and diff locks? Also aren't these Cayenne inherently unreliable?? Cheers Steve.
Great story/video
What wheels did you chose? I'm currently building a Cayenne Overlander and also got the Eurowise lift.
These are the Meshs from EF wheels (owned by Eurowise) my favorite wheel by far. If you call them, tell them I sent you!
Can you do a video explaining the difference of the driving quality between the two vehicles and what you are experienced is going to porsche
I could do that! The quick synopsis however is that Toyota doesn’t compare even slightly to the driving experience that the Porsche offers. The Tacoma is overly built and will take you literally anywhere you need to go but is almost a chore to drive.
How big are those tires that you had to chop the body after 2.5” of lift?
Hey bro - I did the same in Cape Town , South Africa with a 2007 cayenne diesel!
Broooooo, that's pretty awesome) and picture are amazing )!
Glad you like it!
How hard was it to install the spacer lift?
I drive a ‘14 Touareg and thought about doing it myself.
1:48 how much smaller wheel/tire diameter would you have been limited to if you decided not to cut anything? I never recommend cutting, what was the alternative wheel choice which would have fit the 2” lift with no cutting?
Clean build need more off-roading and commentary on performance and where it could be improved further.
What size wheels and tyres are you running to fit over those calipers? 👍🏻
Did it come with the off-road pack? Are there Cayennes without PDCC that had the rear locker?
Gorgeous video and build. Are you planning on sleeping in it, or just ground tenting? Cheers!
Thank you so much! The seats in this lay completely flat actually so I am able to sleep inside!
What a damn good video 🤘🏼
I really like it - keep on going 🤝🏼
Greetings from Germany
Thanks a ton! It means a lot to me!🫶🏽
I wanna see the Porsche at wheeler lake 😮💨
Is that by cherry creek?
Not a Cay-fan but the videography and editing is lit!
It looks amazing!
Thank you! ☺️
The tax alone here in England is nearly $900 per year. They want SUVs and older cars off the road for sure.
Porsche off road 😊
I like what I see! Congrats Samuel! :-)
Looks great! What are the specs of the wheels and tire setup. Curious because I have a turbo s with some 20 in rotiforms currently
Thanks! The wheels are 18x9, +25 offset and those are Mesh’s from EF wheels (owned by Eurowise). The tires are true 33x12.5” Toyo RT trails! Not sure what year yours is but I’m sure you’d have to relocate intercoolers and do some trimming to fit them
So sick!!!
Прекрасный автомобиль! Удачи!
Danggg look at that thing!
You see your reflection or somethin?
I havent even watched the video, but when i saw the title I was like, what are the odds. I have a 2005 Sequoia and have been trying to figure out something a little "nicer" to drive daily or on trips while still being able to go offroad with little concern. The Cayenne or LX570 is where I'm at. Its hard to not want to take plunge into a Cayenne Turbo too, but price might make that decision for me.
I'm curious of what you think about the build quality - fit/finish - etc between the two. My guess is the "feel" inside the Porsche is far superior to the Toyota.......
I am no offroad expert, but what about locking diffs and stuff like that?
These 957s actually have a center locker and low range. You'd definitely add more Offroad capability by adding a rear or front locker
How have its handling and overall behavior changed when on asphalt?
Beautiful shots and non typical car change! ) What lens did you used via r5?
Thank you! I primarily use the 15-35 2.8 and a 50mm 1.2
@@Samoffgrid thanks a lot! Keep up the great works. We will be waiting for new adventures
What's 1/4 mile time on that build?
Probably just a tad slower than the GTR
Amazing! Good job! 👏 ❤
Out of curiosity, what made you decide on the base motor Cayenne over the V8?
Availability with the car and engine parts availability being that it's a VW motor! If I were to do it again id probably go with an S and the NA V8
You can't sleep on a PIG. Nice rig hope you can keep your headlights.
@@VieweronRUclips me too 😂
What was the tire size on this? I’ve in a 2010 S trim. It’s been great. Endless maintenance and repair but never left me stranded. 160,000kms and runs like new still. I’m on the fence of freshening up with a new look or upgrade to newer.
That'd be great! I chose 33x12.5s, they require a bit if trimming as you saw but they look fantastic
Feel like I’m watching the American off road version of Jeremy Clarkson.
Amazing! cool car and color! Is the stock color? Or what color code is it?
Thank you! It is, it’s olive green metallic, code M6U!
Hey dude what size wheels did you go with? Love the stance and look of yours. I'm currently building a wrecked cayenne I picked up and am already looking at wheels/tires 😂
Oh awesome! These are EF Mesh wheels, 18x9 +25 offset! My favorite Cayenne wheels by far
Hello Samuel, how many miles did the Cayenne has when you bought it? I see it is the V6, right? Happy with that engine?
Yes, correct! This had 130k miles on it and I went with the VR6 for reliability vs the turbos and parts availability being that it's a VW engine. It still makes about 300 hp and hasn't felt underpowered at all! If I were to do it again id probably go with the S, so the NA V8.
Correct me if I’m wrong but with the 2.5” lift, ground clearance improved but wheel articulation suffered?
Oh absolutely correct. I have the travel of a go kart but I still have plans to do full suspension
@@Samoffgrid can’t wait to watch it!! Good luck on your adventures!
Waiting for Ferrari Purosangue & Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Fantastic Build! I like the vision you had for the stock Porsche. Your cinematography artform you have with the camera eye also shows in your build of the Porsche. Subscribe for more? Hell yeah!
That means so much! Thank you for the kind words! The Cayenne came such a long way😂 but it turned out!
I would've change the lights too
Not everyone realises that the Cayenne is a Q7 and a Touareg and an Urus… and you are doing work yourself, so you know which parts to get and where…
I am in South Africa ….had 2 Touaregs….albeit the mk1 2.5 diesel And then mk 2. v6 diesel…not a worry ever….crossed South Africa and Namibia…with both …..
have fun…on and off the road… in comfort…
would love to get a Kitchen box video if that hasnt been made yet!
I’ll definitely add it to the list! What is the biggest thing you’d want to see on that?
@@Samoffgrid After seeing Talons' Video, def want to see it in more detail, IE, what case, what burners, what you love about it, what you would change, ETC..
Really get a in depth nerdy deep dive into it, maybe wrap that into your full interior build out?
I know for me I want to replicate that exact kitchen set-up since I've gotten something similar but that looks so much more dialed
Sheeeshhh I dig it !!! 🤘🤘
Thank you!
Lets see how this age!
Looks awesome. Tons and 40’s! Hahaha
Killer Sam