RE: Driven: Porsche Cayman S
Discussion
6th Gear said:
I've noticed the Burmester sound system is now offered on the Cayman configurator.
An option on the 991.
Review
http://www.whathifi.com/blog/hands-on-with-the-por...
I never have and never will understand the point of spending a lot of money to reproduce a sound stage in one of the worst acoustic environments to listen to music. Burmester make some sublime hi-fi equipment though.An option on the 991.
Review
http://www.whathifi.com/blog/hands-on-with-the-por...
Still not what I'd call beautiful, it just doesn't have that "last look over the shoulder" factor for me but it's definitely a huge improvement over the last one.
This car IS the reason why so many other sports cars in this price range fail. Brilliant handling, powerful bespoke V6 engine which loves to rev and build quality that other manufactures can only dream of. Lotus and Alfa et al, take note!
This car IS the reason why so many other sports cars in this price range fail. Brilliant handling, powerful bespoke V6 engine which loves to rev and build quality that other manufactures can only dream of. Lotus and Alfa et al, take note!
Not even a Porsche fan but this seems to be the most complete sports car on sale from any manufacturer and by quite some margin.
And does it really need more power? You want to work a car somewhat on a British road. I almost think that now the 911 is becoming ever more 'premium', and with variants becoming ever more focused on laptimes and 'beating' other marques' efforts, that Porsche concentrate harder on the Cayman's dynamics because the engine isn't the get-out clause for lack of resolution in other areas.
And does it really need more power? You want to work a car somewhat on a British road. I almost think that now the 911 is becoming ever more 'premium', and with variants becoming ever more focused on laptimes and 'beating' other marques' efforts, that Porsche concentrate harder on the Cayman's dynamics because the engine isn't the get-out clause for lack of resolution in other areas.
Guvernator said:
Still not what I'd call beautiful, it just doesn't have that "last look over the shoulder" factor for me but it's definitely a huge improvement over the last one.
This car IS the reason why so many other sports cars in this price range fail. Brilliant handling, powerful bespoke V6 engine which loves to rev and build quality that other manufactures can only dream of. Lotus and Alfa et al, take note!
When did they put a V6 in it?This car IS the reason why so many other sports cars in this price range fail. Brilliant handling, powerful bespoke V6 engine which loves to rev and build quality that other manufactures can only dream of. Lotus and Alfa et al, take note!
Guvernator said:
Still not what I'd call beautiful, it just doesn't have that "last look over the shoulder" factor for me but it's definitely a huge improvement over the last one.
This car IS the reason why so many other sports cars in this price range fail. Brilliant handling, powerful bespoke V6 engine which loves to rev and build quality that other manufactures can only dream of. Lotus and Alfa et al, take note!
Engine in the Cayman/Boxster is a flat 6, no?This car IS the reason why so many other sports cars in this price range fail. Brilliant handling, powerful bespoke V6 engine which loves to rev and build quality that other manufactures can only dream of. Lotus and Alfa et al, take note!
Chris Harris said:
Ecosseven said:
Looks great. I wonder if the 2.7 will be the better car for UK roads. 275bhp in a relatively light, relatively compact chassis sounds plenty to me.
What I'm wondering. Currently pondering what a 2.7 manual with a few options would be like. Must resist. I had a gen 1 Cayman S for 4 years and did 50,000 miles in including several European trips.
As an all rounder it was brilliant but mine unfortunately suffered from the scored cylinder liner issue which resulted in a £7k engine rebuilt which left a sour taste.
Lets hope the new one doesn't suffer similar issues.
As an all rounder it was brilliant but mine unfortunately suffered from the scored cylinder liner issue which resulted in a £7k engine rebuilt which left a sour taste.
Lets hope the new one doesn't suffer similar issues.
Chris Harris said:
Ecosseven said:
Looks great. I wonder if the 2.7 will be the better car for UK roads. 275bhp in a relatively light, relatively compact chassis sounds plenty to me.
What I'm wondering. Currently pondering what a 2.7 manual with a few options would be like. Must resist. Only problem: I'll have to wait for at least £10k depreciation before I can even think about doing it.
Can I be the first person to ask why not just save a few grand, buy a Boxster and enjoy the wind in your hair 
I know it has 5bhp more, some thinner metal in its construction and a roof but I do find some of the superlatives being thrown at the new Cayman a bit "Emporer's new clothes". Does it *really* drive so differently to its little sister?
It's not so many weeks ago Chris was lusting over the new Boxster in his excellent video.
I still struggle to think of any other car where the convertible model is cheaper than the hatchback, Porsche's greatest demonstration here is in the genius of its marketing.
I was loaned this for a few days a couple of weeks ago, certainly didn't seem to lack any form of structural rigidity, it drove very well indeed.
I know it has 5bhp more, some thinner metal in its construction and a roof but I do find some of the superlatives being thrown at the new Cayman a bit "Emporer's new clothes". Does it *really* drive so differently to its little sister?
It's not so many weeks ago Chris was lusting over the new Boxster in his excellent video.
I still struggle to think of any other car where the convertible model is cheaper than the hatchback, Porsche's greatest demonstration here is in the genius of its marketing.
I was loaned this for a few days a couple of weeks ago, certainly didn't seem to lack any form of structural rigidity, it drove very well indeed.
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