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Old 12-20-2008, 06:28 PM
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I think they like it http://wrmag.nextautos.com/issue/41

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Old 12-20-2008, 09:09 PM
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I like it, too. But, too bad Porsche couldn't find a way to incorporate some new colors and options into the basic car. The thought of a $95k Cayman is ridiculous in my opinion.
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Originally Posted by dertub
The thought of a $95k Cayman is ridiculous in my opinion.
Anyone with some discipline with the options and good negotiating skills when ordering (in this economy) should be able to get a very nice new Cayman S in the low $60k's...
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The press release said that the neat colors are the 4k 'color-to-sample' variation. Also, with 19" wheels, various interior options, etc. a typical Cayman S easily surpasses the price of a 911. For $90k+, I'll take a 911 S any day.
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Originally Posted by dertub
The press release said that the neat colors are the 4k 'color-to-sample' variation. Also, with 19" wheels, various interior options, etc. a typical Cayman easily surpasses the price of a 911. For $90k+, I'll take a 911 S any day.
The only options I consider mandatory are 19" wheels, LSD, Sport Chrono and Climate control. That car has an MSRP of about $65k and should be bought for about $61k. Throw in Paint to Sample and you're up to $64k negotiated price.

If you want a funky 70's style color, get Porsche Racing Green, Macadamia Metallic or Aqua Blue (each costs only $710) and save a bunch of money. In one of these colors, you can add Heated Sport Seats and new Xenon turning headlights and still be in the low/mid $60k's.

For $2,250 more (before negotiating lower) you can get the coolest option on the guide - Euro Delivery and drive your new Cayman S on the Nordschliefe!
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Great article ! and great magazine for that matter .I have never heard of it before is it just an online publication? I found myself reading for over 45 minutes .+1 GrantG , Porsche better do something to the 911 otherwise I think its days are Numbered
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Dunno if its available in other formats; it just appears magically every month in the inbox !!

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U can easily save $4K with an actual manual rather than the PDK.
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Originally Posted by GrantG
The only options I consider mandatory are 19" wheels, LSD, Sport Chrono and Climate control. That car has an MSRP of about $65k and should be bought for about $61k. Throw in Paint to Sample and you're up to $64k negotiated price.

If you want a funky 70's style color, get Porsche Racing Green, Macadamia Metallic or Aqua Blue (each costs only $710) and save a bunch of money. In one of these colors, you can add Heated Sport Seats and new Xenon turning headlights and still be in the low/mid $60k's.

For $2,250 more (before negotiating lower) you can get the coolest option on the guide - Euro Delivery and drive your new Cayman S on the Nordschliefe!
Don't know about your neighborhood, but I've never experienced custom ordering anything from Porsche and getting a discount at the same time.
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Originally Posted by dertub
Don't know about your neighborhood, but I've never experienced custom ordering anything from Porsche and getting a discount at the same time.
If you try to order anything other than a GT3RS (or maybe GT3), be sure to get a discount. The market is BAD right now and deep discounts will be available on inventory as well as ordered cars. I know someone who was just given 7% off a newly ordered 997.2 and I think it's only going to get better for the buyer.

Once you have your spec, email or fax it to a few dealerships and ask for their best price - you'll be pleasantly surprised...
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Default IMPROVEMENTS IN CAYMAN ENGINE 3.4

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...rovements.html

looks like enough "failures" happened for Porsche tomake serious changes to 3.4 a la 997.2 technology...

lets see how it holds out.. .
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The 997.2 drivetrain is "supposed" to be Porsche's race platform of the future. I'm optimistic this represents a big step forward.

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Any driving reports re the A91 block with a manny tranny in the cayman ??
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Still eagerly awaiting any listers feedback on the new car and new block.
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Originally Posted by dertub
The press release said that the neat colors are the 4k 'color-to-sample' variation. Also, with 19" wheels, various interior options, etc. a typical Cayman S easily surpasses the price of a 911. For $90k+, I'll take a 911 S any day.
hun....
unless it's a CGT, GT3, GT2, TT, i would take a cayman S over any other variant of the current porsche line up.

well, if you need the back seat, then you will have to talk to the wife so she can move the luggage and kids around in her SUV.


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