Yahoo Autos You Absolutely Can and Should Off-Road a Used Porsche Cayenne Turbo
Back in 2002, Porsche did something that, at the time, was unthinkable. It began selling an SUV called the Cayenne. Such a major departure from tradition was a huge risk, but it paid off, and the Cayenne quickly became the best-selling vehicle in Porsche's lineup.
Compared to most other luxury SUVs at the time, the Cayenne wasn't necessarily quicker or more luxurious. But it was a comfortable cruiser that proved popular with buyers. And if they wanted a little extra grunt, they could always spring for the 444-horsepower Cayenne Turbo.
What you rarely saw anyone do, however, is take their Cayennes off-road. They were too prestigious and fancy for that. But as people are figuring out, used versions make surprisingly capable off-roaders.
Not only did the first-generation Cayenne Turbo have an adjustable air suspension that provides excellent ground clearance, it also offered a center locking differential. With off-road tires and and a rear winch like the guys in this video added, this luxury SUV will go pretty darn far off the beaten path.
Even better, if it gets scratched up or dinged, who cares? The Cayenne Turbo featured in this video only cost $13,000.
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