Cayman as both daily driver and track car?
07-12-2012, 06:21 PM
#16
Three Wheelin'
Rad,
The transmission cooler w/pump - do you consider that required for the 9A1 with manual tranny, pdk or both?
And who's would you recommend?
Thanks!
The transmission cooler w/pump - do you consider that required for the 9A1 with manual tranny, pdk or both?
And who's would you recommend?
Thanks!
Last edited by stevecolletti; 07-15-2012 at 04:49 PM.
07-22-2012, 09:55 AM
#17
Rennlist Member
Thanks to all for the great information. I had been told of the pre-'09 engine issues, so it's good to have that confirmed. I'm limiting my search to '09 or later.
I am relatively new to track days (5 so far, in my current car, which is NOT a Porsche!) so am unlikely to drive a Porsche to its limit very soon. Sounds like I'd be able to start out stock, then add mods as I get faster.
@Bill Lehman: what are "DEs"?
Thanks again!
I am relatively new to track days (5 so far, in my current car, which is NOT a Porsche!) so am unlikely to drive a Porsche to its limit very soon. Sounds like I'd be able to start out stock, then add mods as I get faster.
@Bill Lehman: what are "DEs"?
Thanks again!
I used to track cars a lot but you will ruin your nice car, even more so if you crash or someone crashes into you. You will crash sooner or later.
Better to run a dedicated track that you can load up with R-compound tires, roll cage, suspension, etc. and if you crash at the track you'll have the cash to buy another one since its not your daily driver
08-19-2013, 09:29 AM
#18
I know this is an old thread, but I was looking for some of the info that NJ-GT posted, and it might help some newer members.
My 1st Gen Cayman has been great, but I've wondered if I should go with Gen 2 when the CPO runs out next year. After reading all of this, and taking into account the difference in cost between the cars, it seems I'm better off keeping the Gen 1 car, and making the requisite reliability mods.
My 1st Gen Cayman has been great, but I've wondered if I should go with Gen 2 when the CPO runs out next year. After reading all of this, and taking into account the difference in cost between the cars, it seems I'm better off keeping the Gen 1 car, and making the requisite reliability mods.
08-19-2013, 01:08 PM
#19
Rennlist Member
I know this is an old thread, but I was looking for some of the info that NJ-GT posted, and it might help some newer members.
My 1st Gen Cayman has been great, but I've wondered if I should go with Gen 2 when the CPO runs out next year. After reading all of this, and taking into account the difference in cost between the cars, it seems I'm better off keeping the Gen 1 car, and making the requisite reliability mods.
My 1st Gen Cayman has been great, but I've wondered if I should go with Gen 2 when the CPO runs out next year. After reading all of this, and taking into account the difference in cost between the cars, it seems I'm better off keeping the Gen 1 car, and making the requisite reliability mods.
I don't drive mine daily, but I would. Dealing with oiling issues is not that expensive, and upgrade as you learn. Oh, and you don't have to crash at the track
08-20-2013, 10:23 AM
#20
I'm a big fan of my Gen 1 Cayman S after one year- 9000 miles, 8 track days. GT3 seats, harnesses, PSS9's, brake upgrades, Fabspeed, IPD, Mantis Oil pan, Motorsports Air/Oil separator, Accusump, insulated steering lines, PSM override.
I don't drive mine daily, but I would. Dealing with oiling issues is not that expensive, and upgrade as you learn. Oh, and you don't have to crash at the track
I don't drive mine daily, but I would. Dealing with oiling issues is not that expensive, and upgrade as you learn. Oh, and you don't have to crash at the track
08-22-2013, 11:46 AM
#21
Rennlist Member
I was in the same boat but when you calculate everything. Its better off to just stick with the Gen 1.
Gen 2s are rarer and much pricier.
There were a bunch more Gen 1s made and the parts are getting somewhat cheaper..... keep it and slowly mod it...
If I upgrade, it would be a GT3, but then I would get scared of denting or crashing so.... I think I'll probably keep mine for a long time... eventually gut it, cage it, etc and get a nice, quick car for the road....
Its better off that way... the perfect dd/track car doesn't exist once you go down the slippery slope...
Gen 2s are rarer and much pricier.
There were a bunch more Gen 1s made and the parts are getting somewhat cheaper..... keep it and slowly mod it...
If I upgrade, it would be a GT3, but then I would get scared of denting or crashing so.... I think I'll probably keep mine for a long time... eventually gut it, cage it, etc and get a nice, quick car for the road....
Its better off that way... the perfect dd/track car doesn't exist once you go down the slippery slope...
08-24-2013, 12:22 PM
#22
Track Day
Just going to fly this out here, we have several Caymans and Boxsters with low miles. They would be a great base for a track/daily project, and we can arrange shipping for these cars if need be,
http://www.foreign-traffic.com/index.php
http://www.foreign-traffic.com/index.php
09-30-2013, 09:15 PM
#23
You will be able to start out using a stock Cayman as a double duty car, no problem. As your skills progress, you will want to modify the car for better performance and safety on the track. Each track modification will make the car a bit less suitable as a daily driver - stiffer suspension, altered alignment, more noise, etc.
In the long run, many who become hard-core track addicts will end up with a dedicated track car. In all honesty, it's far cheaper to start out with a dedicated track car and a dedicated street car instead of compromising on both fronts. Just another option. Many of us have discovered this the hard way.
In the long run, many who become hard-core track addicts will end up with a dedicated track car. In all honesty, it's far cheaper to start out with a dedicated track car and a dedicated street car instead of compromising on both fronts. Just another option. Many of us have discovered this the hard way.
11-06-2013, 09:22 AM
#26
At this point, I'm thinking I will just keep the Cayman past CPO expiration, and maybe just get an extended powertrain warranty (in addition to doing some of the items on NJGT's list).
Last edited by cds4402; 11-06-2013 at 09:44 AM.
11-06-2013, 10:42 AM
#29
I am close to making a deal on another car too far away for trade in so my 2010 cayman S 6spd manual will have to go. Anyone who can beat CarMax's offer on the car within the next week or two can likely steal it from me. It's just not enough time to place ads on auto trader and the like. 
11-06-2013, 10:58 AM
#30
Rennlist Member
All the safety, cooling, and oiling mods definitely agree with. Suspension upgrades for sticker r-comps or slicks are probable, but front brakes I feel are cooling and feel issue. GT3 master cylinder definitely helps, but I plan on removing the inside dust shield and later possibly taking out the fog lights and putting an air duct for the front brakes, but master cylinder change is definitely the right step.