When did the Porsche Cayman mid engine come out?
Back in 2005 I stumbled across news that Porsche would soon offer a new two seat mid engine sport coupe. As a long time Porsche fan, and someone who was between Porsches at the time, I was instantly intrigued.
Is the Porsche Cayman’s a good car?
The Cayman S was pretty near perfection to start with, and now it’s even closer. The new engine feels a lot stronger than the additional 25bhp Porsche claims, particularly through the mid range. In the new 911, direct injection has detracted from the flat six’s character, making it quieter and less meaty.
What kind of gearbox does a Porsche Cayman have?
Both engines are from the same family of new flat-sixes recently introduced on the 911. The Cayman also now gets Porsche’s dual-clutch seven-speed PDK gearbox, along with the option of launch control. For those wishing to change gear themselves, both models get a six-speed manual.
What kind of brakes does a Cayman’s have?
The 2006 Cayman S gets the ‘Big Red’ brakes from the Boxster S, sporting 12.5″ rotors up front, 11.8″ rotors in the rear, both clamped by patented 4 piston monobloc calipers made for Porsche by Brembo. The open top design of the calipers makes brake pad swaps possible without removing the caliper.
Is the 2008 Porsche Cayman a good car?
The 2008 Porsche Cayman is great in almost any situation, and practically peerless on twisting roads. When it comes to performance, the 2008 Porsche Cayman receives rave reviews. It may not be the fastest off the line, but in terms of overall driving experience, few cars can match the Cayman Porsche.
What kind of engine does a Porsche Cayman have?
The 2008 Porsche Cayman slots between the Boxster and the 911 in Porsche’s sportscar lineup. Mechanically, it’s closely related to the Boxster roadster. Two different horizontally opposed (“flat”) six-cylinder engines power the 2008 Porsche Cayman.
What kind of styling does a Porsche Cayman have?
Dramatic yet familiar exterior styling on the 2008 Porsche Cayman makes for one beautiful (and lustworthy) vehicle. The Porsche silhouette is one of the most instantly recognizable on the road today, and the 2008 Porsche Cayman carries all the best cues of classic Porsche styling.
How often do you change the spark plug on a Porsche Cayman?
As with the Boxster and 911, the Cayman now offers a new, lightweight sport bucket seat with folding backrest. Service intervals for oil changes are set every 12,000 miles, while spark plug replacement is recommended every 36,000 miles or four years.