Cayman S order - Thoughts...

[Custard Beast]

Hi all,

Have just ordered an S to replace my recently departed 997.1 C4S..... Have been deliberating long and hard over the spec, but have settled on the following. Any thoughts appreciated while I still have the opportunity to make adjustments....

Spec:

White
Black leather int.
Park assist front and rear
Elec folding mirrors
Dimming mirrors and rain sensors
PTV with LSD
6 speed manual
Sports chrono
Sports chassis 20mm lower
Sports exhaust
20inch carrera s wheels painted black
Cruise control
Floor mats
Sports seats plus
Guards red seat belts
Crest on headrests
Gear level in alcantara
Sport design steering wheel in alcantara
Sound package plus
Prep for mobile phone
DAB
PCM nav

Any thoughts recommendations?

Many thanks in advance!

[Custard Beast]

Thanks for the responses so far!

Agreed on the PTV/LSD. A performance car such as this should really have a LSD as standard! May do a bit of track work but mainly road driving.

Had sport chassis on my 911 and the ride was hard, but I think it improves the stance as well as the obvious. Can live with the ride. A mate has a Cayman R which I'm assuming is similar and that is acceptable.

I was told the coloured crests on the wheels is standard with this configuration, can anyone confirm?

[Custard Beast]

Heated seats don't do anything for me personally! Haven't had them in any car I've ever had!

Not too worried on the sound. Had Bose in my 911 and didn't rate it tbh. Think the SPP will suffice for what I need.

Thanks again!

[Custard Beast]

KenC said:

Yes, I have the same wheels on my 981 Boxster S and the coloured crests came with them.

Thanks Ken.

[Custard Beast]

Delbox said:

Custard Beast, I've updated my comments above.

Del, thanks for your help!

I originally had PDLS on the spec but removed it when I realised that Xenon's were standard. Can you confirm the lights are definitely more powerful? Understand the cornering function, but thought money was better spent on other things.

Good tip with the smokers package, will look into this.

Again originally had white dials, as I thought they looked excellent. However including the stopwatch it seemed too much money!

I did want the interior carbon also but you have to draw a line somewhere! It's very easy to get a little out of control!

Edited by Custard Beast on Saturday 30th November 22:38

[Custard Beast]

Sounds like I need to add PDLS!

Thanks for all your comments.

[Custard Beast]

mrdemon said:

Have you driven a sports chassis car ?

I have not , very hard to find one, but if it's any thing like the R it will be awesome .

Would love to try one with sports chassis.
I would def add heated seats, very cheap option and great for resale, seems daft not to spec it at the cost.
With a very sporty set up though you may as well go bucket seats :-)

Edited by mrdemon on Sunday 1st December 10:39

I cannot find a Sport Chassis anywhere! Cayman R/my old 997 are both accpectable for an occasional car, and I like the lower look.

[Custard Beast]

Thanks for everyone's input.

I've added PDLS to the spec after everyone's comments. Have the adapative lights on my everyday Merc and they are excellent, so hope these are as good. Have stuck with the sport chassis, so hope it's not too uncomfortable!!

Here's to a painful couple of months of waiting! ;-)

[Custard Beast]

SFO said:

PDLS does not have high beam assist.

I did wonder, will be grateful for the brighter lights however. It's a surprisingly handy feature on the Merc, works brilliantly!

[Custard Beast]

My car is on the boat on the way from germany so I hope to be able to report on the sports chassis soon.

I had no luck finding any info on it, but specced it on previous experience with other models. Fingers crossed it was the right choice.

[Custard Beast]

Well it's here!

I have to say I am chuffed to bits with the stance with Sports Chassis. Looks very low and purposeful...

Can't wait till the 1st now!

[Custard Beast]

As soon as get a good side on shot I will post it!

Hope to pick up next sat!!

[Custard Beast]

As soon as get a good side on shot I will post it!

Hope to pick up next sat!!

[Custard Beast]

[Custard Beast]

[Custard Beast]

Interior shot as requested!

[Custard Beast]

Right, well I did 100 miles or so yesterday so impressions are brief but fair to say I am over the moon with the car and the spec. One of the things I am most happy with is the sports chassis.

The ride is firm but it is hugely better damped and less crashy than my old 997 with sports chassis. There is a bit of compliance with a sure footed planted firm feel which is what I want from an occasional sports car.

In my eyes it drastically improves the stance and everyone comments on that. Clearly I'm biased but it looks fantastic.

And another thing! The PSE is quite lairy! Much louder than my old 997, and noise is brilliant inside. It pops and bangs on the over run like crazy! Love it!

Overall I am delighted and I can't say enough about the service at Porsche Portsmouth. They have been great!

If anyone wants to know more, just say......

Cheers

Nick

Edited by Custard Beast on Sunday 2nd March 18:17

[Custard Beast]

Right, well I did 100 miles or so yesterday so impressions are brief but fair to say I am over the moon with the car and the spec. One of the things I am most happy with is the sports chassis.

The ride is firm but it is hugely better damped and less crashy than my old 997 with sports chassis. There is a bit of compliance with a sure footed planted firm feel which is what I want from an occasional sports car.

In my eyes it drastically improves the stance and everyone comments on that. Clearly I'm biased but it looks fantastic.

And another thing! The PSE is quite lairy! Much louder than my old 997, and noise is brilliant inside. It pops and bangs on the over run like crazy! Love it!

Overall I am delighted and I can't say enough about the service at Porsche Portsmouth. They have been great!

If anyone wants to know more, just say......

Cheers

Nick

Edited by Custard Beast on Sunday 2nd March 18:19

[Custard Beast]

Sorry for the late reply.

Getting on well with the SC. It is very firm, but I find it perfectly acceptable and am glad I chose it.

As I've said before the improvement in stance is very noticeable and welcome.

Hope this helps!