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For the 2012 model year, the Cayman lineup adds an Ipanema Blue paint finish to the color palette along with the new high-performance Cayman R, which offers a 330-horsepower version of Porsche's renowned 3.4-liter boxer engine, revised suspension componentry and additional weight-saving measures.
No major changes for the Porsche Cayman for 2010.
The Cayman receives a new 2.9-liter boxer engine, while the Cayman S receives a new 3.4-liter engine, both providing more horsepower and improved fuel economy over last year's units. A new PDK (Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe) double clutch auto-manual transmission is made available, while a six-speed manual gearbox is now standard on the base Cayman.
Introduced as a 2006 model, the Cayman S wasted no time in serving notice of its intentions to rivals such as the Audi TT Quattro Coupe, BMW Z4 M Coupe and Mercedes-Benz SLK 350. For 2007, it's joined by a slightly less potent but still remarkably engaging and considerably more affordable base Cayman. Both offer a close encounter with 911-style driving experiences for thousands of dollars less. While sharing a good deal of basic engineering with Porsche's entry-level Boxster line, the Cayman's more rigid, closed-body structure gives this mid-engine rear-wheel-drive two-seater even better handling and a more graceful appearance. Although a tad pricy, the 245-horsepower Cayman and 295-horsepower Cayman S still deliver a great return on your fun-to-drive investment.
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Cayman A Good Sports Car, But Cramped
By DEEM (Southern, California) on Sunday, April 18, 2010
overall rating 7 of 10rating details
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"The 2.9L Flat 6 sounds great, pulls great. This is plenty of power for everyday use and will easily help with passing cars and freeway onramps. This is also a pretty light car at just under 3000lb. Exterior design grows on you and the front is same as 911 (911 owners pay more for an older design and a "different" driving car with so much weight in the tail). The pop up spoiler is a little small (too cute), but the lip spoiler provides a nice visual touch. Interior fit and finish are excellent with the exception of a minor rattle from passenger side (not constant). Cabin can be claustrophobic on warm days and long drives. Materials are first class and the standard seats are firm, supportive, and look good with beautiful stitching. For a sports car, storage space is sufficient but not great. This car would be awesome on a track or closed course. The 19" low profile tires (235/35; 265/35) with the Cayman's suspension makes for a HARD ride on most California roads. I really wish I had 18" for a potentially better ride and good looks (17" standards are probably better for everyday, but they might look "too small." My car came with the 19" Carrera S II wheels and Pirelli P-Zeros, which give it a beautiful and aggressive look. Functionality versus Aesthetics is a tough battle with these cars. The lack of a spare tire is discomforting for longer trips - the foam stuff only works on some situations, not all. I'm sure the Road Side Assistance is not the quickest or most convenient. In this economy, you can get good deals on Porsche models. In this economy, it is not always that "cool" to be driving around in an impractical, exotic-looking, high-priced sports car. This is NOT a daily commuter car. It is a second or third car or weekend car. For most people, a BMW 335i or MB C350 would provide daily driver practicality, more passenger space, and lower-cost maintenance. For the purely emotional, there is no passing up Porsche racing history and that fulfillment of a boyhood dream."
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Best driving car I've ever owned!
By iCloud on Tuesday, January 24, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 15,000
overall rating 8 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "I drive it on a track and it handles great"
Cons: "stiff ride, options pricey"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"If you want a drivers car, buy a Cayman over the 911. Better handling car at a much cheaper price. Only complaint is it could use more horsepower."
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2010 cayman pdk trans
By qa (Ventura , CA) on Tuesday, April 05, 2011
overall rating 9 of 10rating details
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"Great car, super handle, love bluetooth and heated seat, a lot of torque for a performance car. specially PDK trans is the best. No clutch and super fast with paddle shifters."
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