2009 Porsche Cayman

The Affordable Porsche; The Base Cayman

By trackfaster (CA) on Saturday, March 16, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 27,500

Pros: "Performance, Handling, Styling & Affordability!"

Cons: "None worth mentioning, its a Porsche!"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Upgrading from my 2005 RX8 & not wanting a convertible, i searched all exceptional sports car replacements that were also affordable. I was shocked to discover that a used 2009 base Porsche Cayman was within my reach. On average, $10k less then the S class Caymans w/only 40 less HSP. Debuting in 2006, the 2nd generation 09 Caymans received significant upgrades inside & out. Performance, handling, horsepower, styling, prestige & affordability exceeded all my expectations. My RX8's value was $12.5 w/31k miles. The base Cayman was $36k w/26k. Subtract that trade-in value & you'll see why i'm smiling along PCH unable to drive 55! Go test drive your Cayman today, you won't be disappointed!"

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exceptional handling, a sensual profile

By bharatondabayou (LA) on Monday, December 03, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 7,000

Pros: "looks, handling , fun"

Cons: "none really"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"The curvaceous, elegantly sensual shape of this car especially in black - is mind boggling! People just stare it. The handling is exceptional - usually drive a mercedes CLK500. What a winner!!"

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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

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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great handling

By Steve (MD) on Tuesday, January 24, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 16,000

Pros: "fun to drive"

Cons: "none"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Have been a 911 owner before. Cayman S performs as well as 911 and has better handling."

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Dream Car

By Laopesillo75 (International) on Wednesday, October 19, 2011

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 12,500

Pros: "Gets your day going"

Cons: "None"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"In reply to a review I read here about the engine blowing up and having smoke on a start up. This means that either the car was not driven correctly for the first 500 miles under 4,200 RPMs as stated in the manual and just went all out as you first received the car. Also this can happen when the car is driven in excess of speeds of 160-220kmhs (100-130mphs) for long period of times and doing without letting the engine to warm up properly. This causes the parts to reached tremendous temperatures and expand, as it cools down and the parts retracts; oil seaps into the combustion chambers and when you start it BAMMM you get your POOF of smoke at the start up. If this what your inner child is dying to drive then go and get it and enjoy it! I have no regrets with my purchase, waiting to see the new changes when the 3rd generation comes out soon. Just look at what they did to the new 911 models..."

7 people out of 8 found this review helpful

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