tlarocque

2010 Cayman S, 6MT with 130k on the clock. Seller asking $20k. Appears to have been street-driven only. I am waiting for maintenance history.

I am all over the place trying to figure out my next track car (944, 968, Cayman/Boxster, M3s, etc). Only looking to DE at this point.

Not too many examples of DFI cars with this many miles, but, given I would probably only add a couple thousand miles/year anyway, wondering what people think of a car like this as starting point for a track car?
I'd probably just refresh/upgrade the suspension, add seat/bar/harness, pads and some R-comps and go play.

Thoughts?

ProCoach

Do it. If it's well maintained, it should be fine. And it is the best platform and the best value for a track car, IMO.

dgrobs

Do it. I did the same thing with a slightly newer Cayman with a few less miles a couple years ago. Haven't looked back since. Love tracking it. Love it!!

Peter is spot on. As long as it's been well maintained and hasn't been tracked, that mid engine platform is awesome, and I think you can get that $20K down a few bucks as well because of the mileage.

A PPI and some maintenance history are a must, but if that all checks out.....

Agree with the Coach. Do it!! Good luck...

amso3

The DFI (09 and later) engine is very tough. I wouldn't worry about mileage

Frank 993 C4S

Brian C in Az

There were and are some issues with DFI causing premature cylinder wear due to the direct injection spraying the fuel into the cylinders and washing away the oil from the cylinder walls. Check to see if the injectors were ever changed. Bore scope the cylinders to verify there isn't a problem.

tlarocque

Thanks all. I got a lead on a local car... 2010 Cayman S, PDK with cooler, suspension, rear cage, seats/harnesses, etc. Awaiting all details. Twice the money but 1/4 of the miles. I figure even the high mile car is going to need $10k in parts/labor to be track ready so maybe a $10k spread by the time its all said and done. I think I'm going to explore this one first.

Brian- I have heard about that. Worth investigating in a PPI.

Sounds like people really like the Cayman platform for a track car. Also looked at a 2004 GT3 (I have previously owned 3 of them) and I LOVE that car but not sure my pockets are deep enough to run one these days.

dgrobs

A PPI is a must regardless of which car you buy. The 2010 S sounds promising. You'll love the platform. Good luck...