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Old 02-23-2005, 06:38 PM
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Default POLL: Do you like the name "Cayman?"

Porsche's new mid-engined 2-seater coupe will be called the "Cayman." Do you like this name?
Old 02-23-2005, 08:14 PM
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Does Porsche understand that the average Cayman spends its life lying around?
Old 02-23-2005, 10:53 PM
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Originally Posted by earlyapex
Does Porsche understand that the average Cayman spends its life lying around?
sounds like a good description of the radar revenue enhancers in my neck of the woods...

http://www3.us.porsche.com/english/u...05-02-23-1.htm
Old 02-25-2005, 12:19 AM
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What are the differences between alligators, crocodiles and cayman?

Crocodiles differ from alligators in that they have a narrower, more pointed snout and their fourth tooth on the lower jaw can always be seen, even when their mouth is shut. They are also generally larger. The head of the cayman is more like that of the alligator but is not so broad. Alligators and caymans are greenish-black in general colouration.
Old 02-25-2005, 11:25 AM
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I bet the "delete model designation" option is more popular than any other model...
Old 02-25-2005, 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by rod j
I bet the "delete model designation" option is more popular than any other model...
For sure.

Cayman: Cayenne for a Man.

I think they want to give the cute little coupe a macho profile.
Old 02-26-2005, 10:04 AM
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Come to think of it they should have just called it "Crocodile". That would have been cool.
Old 03-01-2005, 03:15 PM
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i like the name cayman, the spy photos look pretty cool also. I think it looks a lot better than the 968, that thing looked almost like a mazda miata.
Old 03-02-2005, 12:55 AM
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Originally Posted by spyderman
i like the name cayman, the spy photos look pretty cool also. I think it looks a lot better than the 968, that thing looked almost like a mazda miata.
I sure as hell hope you mean the 986, unless youre ready for a beating
Old 03-02-2005, 01:49 PM
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nope, I did mean the 968. The first one I saw was a purple one, and after that they never really did anything for me. I like agressive looking cars, and ive never seen one of them that looked anything like agressive.
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p.s. im always ready for a beating
Old 03-02-2005, 11:10 PM
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I'm not crazy about the name, but I get the distinct feeling I'm going to be crazy about the car. If it looks and drives like the sexy beast described here and elsewhere, there will be one in my garage.

'Nuff said.
Old 03-03-2005, 01:34 AM
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Yeah the 968 is a chick car like the beatle... Not agressive at all.... PAHLEASE!


Here are a few *cute* 968 photos... remember this is a 13 year old car. I think you are going to find many of the characteristics similar between the two. I am with M Danger on this one. The 968 is a great car timeless design and fantastic performance. Priced to high during it's short production run. Sounding familiar?







Old 03-03-2005, 04:24 AM
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Hej Sandoval,

that first 968 is a Turbo and htere were only 13 of them !!! that doesn't count.
However I have to agree with you, whoever thinks the 968 is a "bit like a mazda" deserves at least a flaming !!!

As for the Cay-Person, I'm betting that kids (grandmothers, babysitters etc., etc.,) will get a great kick adjusting the C to a G on every car they find unattended.

Delete the name !!! (maybe this was the Porsche Plan - extra money for removing the name!)
Old 03-03-2005, 11:02 AM
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fully aware of what is in the picture. Other then a larger wing, Naca Ducts, larger bumper duct, and splitter it's still a 968. I know the 968 is one of the greatest Porsche's ever built. Those who disrespect the 968 probably have never driven one. As for the topic I don't really care about the name as long as she performs!
Old 03-04-2005, 03:28 PM
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cayman....

READS LIKE GAYMAN....No the best


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