Cayman S
03-10-2005, 07:04 PM
#66
Originally Posted by autobahnNY
This maybe closer to the final product.
I hope so. That is a good looking vehicle. I can't wait to find out specifics and get a chance to drive it. It looks like something I would be very interested in getting rid of the 996 for.
03-12-2005, 11:58 AM
#68
Originally Posted by Paul Marangoni
That's almost it, but I recall it looking a bit different/better....
03-14-2005, 01:22 AM
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Sorry if I offended anyone. I said that I consider it a "sidegrade" not that everyone does or should. They're both darn fine automobiles. For me, I'm hooked on the mid-engine layout but long for more power. Can't have it both ways unless I find a 1/2 million under the mattress somewhere for a Carerra GT. Also, the newer 987/997 are supposed to be considerable improvements over the previous generations. Congrats, riotgear, on your new 997! Enjoy...
03-14-2005, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by arenared
Sorry if I offended anyone. I said that I consider it a "sidegrade" not that everyone does or should. They're both darn fine automobiles. For me, I'm hooked on the mid-engine layout but long for more power. Can't have it both ways unless I find a 1/2 million under the mattress somewhere for a Carerra GT. Also, the newer 987/997 are supposed to be considerable improvements over the previous generations. Congrats, riotgear, on your new 997! Enjoy...
03-14-2005, 01:03 PM
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This weekend at our PCA DE (@ Barber Motorsports Park), I met a fellow who'd Ruf-tuned his 3.2L Boxster S. He said it's generating appx. 300 HP at the rear wheels.
There was a 997 S at this event, and the "Rufster" seemed its equal. He said he could pull away from the 997S if he started out in front, but conversely he had a hard time passing the 997S from behind. (Make of that what you will; I realize driver skill is of paramount importance.)
The point being that for a relatively small investment, you can build your own Boxster track/street car that will be very competitive. I'm considering doing this with my 2000 S.
An alternative would be to pick up a cheap '97 Boxster, and give it the full Ruf upgrade treatment.
There was a 997 S at this event, and the "Rufster" seemed its equal. He said he could pull away from the 997S if he started out in front, but conversely he had a hard time passing the 997S from behind. (Make of that what you will; I realize driver skill is of paramount importance.)
The point being that for a relatively small investment, you can build your own Boxster track/street car that will be very competitive. I'm considering doing this with my 2000 S.
An alternative would be to pick up a cheap '97 Boxster, and give it the full Ruf upgrade treatment.
03-14-2005, 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by JustinL
Is it me... or is anyone else terrified of that giant spider? Where is that?
http://www.barbermotorsports.com/
For your viewing pleasure:
http://www.weldart.com/giant_ants.htm
03-14-2005, 06:13 PM
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I think Porsche is heading the right thing with Cayman, it brings the 911 back to a fun, light , fast sport car just like they had with original 911.