More power, more aerodynamic grip, more performance, and more usability—we've heard all of the new Cayman GT4's strengths already. However, few automotive journalists can test those claims like Steve Sutcliffe. Though he might not look like a superlative athlete, the man is arguably the best driver among his peers. Ten years ago, he was given the …
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A Straightforward Take on the New 718 Cayman GT4 and Boxster Spyder
A motoring journalist worth their salt ought to verge on being salty. Fair judgement and an understanding of what a sports car should offer is what Dan Prosser brings to the table, and through his sharpened lens we learn how the quickest variants of the 718 lineup differ from their predecessors. Since most YouTubers attention spans are limited …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Shows Off New Faster 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport Ahead Of Daytona Race Debut
Despite the fact that Porsche's Cayman GT4 is no longer available through your local Porsche dealership, the nameplate and naturally aspirated engine continue to be offered as a track day toy or motorsport weapon. The GT4 Clubsport has been in competition for a few seasons now, and has proven quite competent in the hands of numerous privateers. …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Cayman GT4 Flogged At The Nurburgring By Pro Driver
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU_uwczT9Vw&t=270s Would you hand the keys of your Porsche Cayman GT4 over to a pro driver for a ride-along lap of the Nurburgring? That's exactly what this intrepid owner did, and he was given the ride of a lifetime. The joy of watching this onboard video is entirely in the owner's reaction to the driver's …
Continue to the full articleRomain Dumas Drives a Rally-Spec Cayman GT4 Past the Limit of Adhesion
Getting to see a Le Mans ace and outright record holder at Pikes Peak behind the wheel of anything is special. It's even better when those visuals are complemented by one of the most glorious exhaust notes in the world of motorsport. Romain Dumas has mastered most vehicles with four wheels, and as he's a curious, old-school kind of driver …
Continue to the full articleIs Porsche’s 718 Cayman GTS Better Than The Old GT4?
The steady march of progress often comes with some compromises. In Porsche's case, the naturally aspirated 981-generation GT4 has given way to faster and more capable turbocharged 718-generation mid-engine monsters. With a flatter torque curve and an earlier power delivery, the 718 Cayman GTS puts up a faster lap-time at nearly any track than the …
Continue to the full articleBad Track Etiquette: McLaren Blocks Cayman GT4
There are occasional track days when some people don't give way to those who clearly deserve to run ahead. The governing bodies try to filter the fast from the slow, but introducing lots of horsepower, conceit, and a narrow track can complicate things further. In these cases, a quick lap can easily be ruined by an oblivious driver in a faster …
Continue to the full articleProject Boxster Clubsport: Part 21 – Driving Impressions
We've been wrenching on "Project Boxster Clubsport" for quite a while now, and it just keeps getting better. We purchased the Porsche for a song, and have been slowly making some moves to drop the car's weight and add a little more fun. We're really happy with where this Boxster ended up, even though there were some fits and starts along the …
Continue to the full articlePorsche Boxster and Cayman – The Complete Story Book Review
When it comes to books about Porsche, the numbers written about the company, its racing history, the venerable 911, and all its variants, are almost immeasurable. That's not the case, however, when it comes to the Boxster and Cayman. Sure, you have the basics we've come to expect with any model like Adrian Streather's "Buyer's Guides" and …
Continue to the full articleOne Year With Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Tires
Let me begin by saying that this report on my experience with the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire is entirely based on subjective feedback. When we purchased our Boxster, the tires were already well worn, and certainly were not even in the same category of performance as the Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires we have now. Not only that, but the old Sumitomo …
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