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2012 Porsche Cayman Review

By KBB.com Editors
You'll Like This Car If...

If a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car is consistently occupying the number one spot on your automotive wish list, but you can't afford the lofty sticker prices of the exotics, the Porsche Cayma

You May Not Like This Car If...

If you favor high levels of luxury and comfort over dynamic performance in your next 2-door sports car, the compliant road manners and lushly-appointed cabins of the Mercedes-Benz SLK and the BMW Z4 w

How it Drives

Even among the range of legendary Porsche models, we find it difficult to recall a car that feels so utterly terrific under virtually all dynamic conditions. A very rigid body structure and renowned capabilities in suspension tuning endow the Cayman with the ability to deal with the most demanding roads – or racetracks – with remarkably impeccable poise and control. The conventional hydraulic-assisted steering transmits a quick, responsive feel, while shifts from the manual gearbox are direct and concise. Each of the three Cayman mo

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2012 Porsche Cayman Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating
8.7
Out of 10

Based on 15 Ratings for the 2009 - 2014 models.

Review this car
  • Value
    8.5/10
    Quality
    8.9/10
  • Reliability
    8.9/10
    Performance
    9.5/10
  • Comfort
    8.7/10
    Styling
    9.4/10

The Affordable Porsche; The Base Cayman

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

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

10 9.0
overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating
9/10
Value
9/10
Reliability
9/10
Quality
10/10
Performance
10/10
Styling
10/10
Comfort
7/10

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!"

1 person out of 1 found this review helpful

exceptional handling, a sensual profile

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

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

10 10.0
overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating
10/10
Value
10/10
Reliability
10/10
Quality
10/10
Performance
10/10
Styling
10/10
Comfort
8/10

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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