Boxster/Cayman (987) [Official] Porsche Cayman GT4

[hoffmeister_fan]

Depends on how limited production is. If they do limit the number, I think manual only. Other wise, I think they'll offer both a manual and the PDK.

 

[tristatez28lt1]

Here's The New 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

These are the first spy shots showing Porsche’s work on a hardcore version of the 718 Cayman, which is either going to replace the GT4 or is aiming to adopt the more provocative GT4 RS name tag.
stick to naturally aspirated six-cylinder goodness as we reported earlier on the matter.

The original Cayman GT4 was propelled by a 911-sourced 3.8-litre flat-six unit and our intel tells us that Porsche is probably going to up the ante with a detuned version of the 4.0-litre unit found in the new 911 GT3.

The spy shots show us an early prototype doing some laps at the Nurburgring, probably testing new suspension parts and an exhaust system that’s not that well fitted, indicating at a new engine providing the power.

With the previous Cayman GT4 getting 385hp, it’s safe to expect over 400hp from the new version. One other thing that can’t go unnoticed is the wheel arches that are filled with foam, making the car look wider.

The new hot iteration of the 718 Cayman will also continue using a good old-fashioned six-speed manual gearbox, with the option of a PDK dual-clutch transmission a possibility.

Stay tuned for more on the upcoming hardcore Porsche 718 Cayman as there are many questions still waiting for an answer.

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[sako97]

^ It'll loose it's mystique with the addition of PDK, methinks.

Haven't driven the GT4 yet, but i think it's safe to assume it'll be too good with the new 6 Speed from the GT3 judging by some of the early GT4 reviews I've read.

 

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He beat his previous best with a passenger. I don't know if I'm more amazed at the balls-to-the-wall driving skill or her ability to not flinch one bit. Amazing lap.

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I've always found it odd that the Cayman isn't far more popular. I love it. And it's relatively affordable as well.

 

[martinbo]

I've always found it odd that the Cayman isn't far more popular. I love it. And it's relatively affordable as well.

Manual only. That's its biggest lack of appeal because the last stick-shifting, hardcore Porsche purists are few and far between now. Most people with money couldn't be bothered with a manual anymore.

 

[Giannis]

Manual only. That's its biggest lack of appeal because the last stick-shifting, hardcore Porsche purists are few and far between now. Most people with money couldn't be bothered with a manual anymore.

The local used car market is weird. You can't find a descent Tiguan in the whole country (looking for a friend) but there are tens of lightly used Caymans going for entry level 316i money. There are many manual as well.

It's in my "to do" list for the next five years.

 

[POVERTY750]

Manual only. That's its biggest lack of appeal because the last stick-shifting, hardcore Porsche purists are few and far between now. Most people with money couldn't be bothered with a manual anymore.

Not sure I agree. The gt3 manual seems to be selling well.

And 90% of lotus exige models are sold with a manual and not the flappy paddle box

 

[Sunny]

Manual only. That's its biggest lack of appeal because the last stick-shifting, hardcore Porsche purists are few and far between now. Most people with money couldn't be bothered with a manual anymore.

Martin, dDo you mean the Cayman GT4 (cause other Caymans are available with PDK as well)? If so, I would say GT4 has been a big sales hit for a GT car. I think they finally sold ~5000 cars globally - a big number for a GT car built for a single model year.

As for the manual, again, was a big hit for th .2 GT3. Take rate is about 70% in US and 50% globally.

I've always found it odd that the Cayman isn't far more popular. I love it. And it's relatively affordable as well.

The latest Cyaman, 718 been a sales dud for Porsche cause of the 4 cylinder engine. Not many want a $80k 4 cylinder car.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

Martin, dDo you mean the Cayman GT4 (cause other Caymans are available with PDK as well)? If so, I would say GT4 has been a big sales hit for a GT car. I think they finally sold ~5000 cars globally - a big number for a GT car built for a single model year.

As for the manual, again, was a big hit for th .2 GT3. Take rate is about 70% in US and 50% globally...

When I went to the local Porsche dealer, they've been less-than-enthused regarding the 718's sales. It's damn shame, because I really do think it's a great looking car, either in Boxster or Cayman guise.

 

[martinbo]

Martin, dDo you mean the Cayman GT4 (cause other Caymans are available with PDK as well)? If so, I would say GT4 has been a big sales hit for a GT car. I think they finally sold ~5000 cars globally - a big number for a GT car built for a single model year.

As for the manual, again, was a big hit for th .2 GT3. Take rate is about 70% in US and 50% globally...

Hi Sunny, not sure about the numbers regarding splits for manual vs PDK in GT3 on a global basis but down here Porsche SA will strongly discourage one when ordering a manual GT3 as the take up is so low here.
As for GT4 - sure it sold like hotcakes here too but what was amazing to see was how so many came back into Porsche showrooms within 12 - 24 months. Having spoken to many people (salesmen, owners, friends with Porsches) a lot of them stated that the manual was an inconvenience to many of those early buyers. At least down here, the GT4 is very much a non-keeper for all but the most dedicated of stick shifters.

 

[POVERTY750]

Hi Sunny, not sure about the numbers regarding splits for manual vs PDK in GT3 on a global basis but down here Porsche SA will strongly discourage one when ordering a manual GT3 as the take up is so low here.
As for GT4 - sure it sold like hotcakes here too but what was amazing to see was how so many came back into Porsche showrooms within 12 - 24 months...

I know quiet a few people who quickly sold their GT4’s and all of them mentioned the lack of straight line pace as the reason. I hope porsche address this on the new one

 

[Porsche Guy]

I know quiet a few people who quickly sold their GT4’s and all of them mentioned the lack of straight line pace as the reason. I hope porsche address this on the new one

I have a Boxster Spyder which uses the same engine. Under what context was straight line pace an issue?

 

[POVERTY750]

I have a Boxster Spyder which uses the same engine. Under what context was straight line pace an issue?

On track they said its fine.

But day to day on public roads the fact that hot hatches are faster is an issue. Evo mag themselves wrote that they car wasnt as quick as they were expecting

 

[mihc]

On track they said its fine.

But day to day on public roads the fact that hot hatches are faster is an issue. Evo mag themselves wrote that they car wasnt as quick as they were expecting

Yeah but of course!? It has to be slower, Porsche doesn't want that it comes too close to the GT3. I bet you with the same drivetrain and same specifications, it would be faster than the GT3.

 

[POVERTY750]

A gt3 is alot faster than a hot hatch