Porsche Cayman

Whitey#1 · 03-13-2011, 07:54 PM

Hello again everybody,
Its been a long, long time since i have posted on here, hope everybody is doing well!

Anyway, I am still enjoying my 2009 Monterrey Blue 370Z with the polished aluminum wheels. However, I am thinking seriously about trading it in for a Porsche Cayman. Was just wondering if anybody had any thoughts on the Cayman or if anybody has had one or driven one.

Thanks, and I am looking forward to your comments.

Mike

Mt Tam I am · 03-13-2011, 08:01 PM

The car is well received here. It costs 50% or more. You will also get hammered on the trade in with your Z.

Red__Zed · 03-13-2011, 08:02 PM

Test drive the Cayman and figure out if it's worth it to you.

For some people it will be, for other it won't.

mdezz · 03-13-2011, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Whitey#1

Hello again everybody,
Its been a long, long time since i have posted on here, hope everybody is doing well!

Anyway, I am still enjoying my 2009 Monterrey Blue 370Z with the polished aluminum wheels. However, I am thinking seriously about trading it in for a Porsche Cayman. Was just wondering if anybody had any thoughts on the Cayman or if anybody has had one or driven one.

Thanks, and I am looking forward to your comments.

Mike

Funny timing. I have been looking at them myself. I decided on the 370z (which has more horse power btw) but now with the awful tragedy in Japan- Im not sure they will fill orders. I'm waiting a week or so to see if any news develops. If not I might buy a used Cayman.

Vegitto-kun · 03-13-2011, 08:07 PM

lol a cayman is not a porsche. just like the boxer.

porsches only start with 911s

Red__Zed · 03-13-2011, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun

lol a cayman is not a porsche. just like the boxer.

porsches only start with 911s

cfweber · 03-13-2011, 08:18 PM

I would consider a used Carrera or Boxter.

My big boss bought a Cayman. If he ever sold

that would be a solid choice.

If I could afford a Porsche, I'd be driving one.

Good luck and don't forget pics.

kenchan · 03-13-2011, 08:29 PM

I think the p-car is a natural step after the Z. But for me im probably going to get something else.

ProfessorDave · 03-13-2011, 08:37 PM

Cayman? No. Cayman S? Do it.

christian370z · 03-13-2011, 09:09 PM

I agree, I would not even consider a Cayman unless it is the S. While the base Cayman has impeccable manners, fit, and finesse, it would be a step down from the Z in my opinion.

spearfish25 · 03-13-2011, 10:31 PM

Agree with the Cayman S as a Cayman is a performance step downwards (quality step up obviously). The S is a mild step above the Z in performance NUMBERS, but a huge step in finesse and quality. The old "Caymans/Boxsters aren't Porsches" arguement is tired and stupid. The Cayman would trounce a 911 if they'd just give it the same engine.

If you have the cash, go for a test drive. There are good deals on used Cayman S's all over the place too.

zmyride · 03-13-2011, 11:34 PM

Honest, never buy sports car USED.

If you cant afford, get a Cayman. If you have money, go with S.

m4a1mustang · 03-14-2011, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zmyride

Honest, never buy sports car USED.

If you cant afford, get a Cayman. If you have money, go with S.

Nothing wrong with a used sports car as long as you do your due diligence and get the right one.

Vegitto-kun · 03-14-2011, 04:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

I think the p-car is a natural step after the Z. But for me im probably going to get something else.

I will never buy a porsche.

dem overpowered beetles.

Whitey#1 · 03-14-2011, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by christian370z

I agree, I would not even consider a Cayman unless it is the S. While the base Cayman has impeccable manners, fit, and finesse, it would be a step down from the Z in my opinion.

Why do you say that? Is it because the 370Z would be alot faster/quicker than a base Cayman?

Mike

03-13-2011, 07:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
Whitey#1 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Loogootee, IN Posts: 78 Drives: 09 MB/Frost 370Z AT Rep Power: 16	Porsche Cayman Hello again everybody, Its been a long, long time since i have posted on here, hope everybody is doing well! Anyway, I am still enjoying my 2009 Monterrey Blue 370Z with the polished aluminum wheels. However, I am thinking seriously about trading it in for a Porsche Cayman. Was just wondering if anybody had any thoughts on the Cayman or if anybody has had one or driven one. Thanks, and I am looking forward to your comments. Mike

03-13-2011, 08:01 PM	#2 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3843	The car is well received here. It costs 50% or more. You will also get hammered on the trade in with your Z. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

03-13-2011, 08:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
cfweber Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Independence Posts: 388 Drives: 10 370Z BS 6 SP Rep Power: 15	Porsche I would consider a used Carrera or Boxter. My big boss bought a Cayman. If he ever sold that would be a solid choice. If I could afford a Porsche, I'd be driving one. Good luck and don't forget pics.

03-13-2011, 08:37 PM	#9 (permalink)
ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 19	Cayman? No. Cayman S? Do it. __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT

03-13-2011, 09:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
christian370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Newport Beach Posts: 3,900 Drives: 2010 370Z/Saab 900se Rep Power: 432	I agree, I would not even consider a Cayman unless it is the S. While the base Cayman has impeccable manners, fit, and finesse, it would be a step down from the Z in my opinion. __________________ -320whp / 259wftlbs- SP Rays -- RE-11s -- SpecialtyZ Tune -- Swift Springs -- Stillen 25R Oil Cooler -- Stillen G3 Intakes -- Berk HFCs -- F.I. 12" CBE -- Stillen Sway Bars -- Es14 Spring -- INGS+1 lip -- CF Spoiler -- GTR Start Button -- VLED Parking Lights -- PWJDM V2 shift knob

03-13-2011, 08:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 120	Test drive the Cayman and figure out if it's worth it to you. For some people it will be, for other it won't.

03-13-2011, 08:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
Vegitto-kun A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: USA Posts: 2,011 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 262	lol a cayman is not a porsche. just like the boxer. porsches only start with 911s

03-13-2011, 08:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	I think the p-car is a natural step after the Z. But for me im probably going to get something else.

03-13-2011, 10:31 PM	#11 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	Agree with the Cayman S as a Cayman is a performance step downwards (quality step up obviously). The S is a mild step above the Z in performance NUMBERS, but a huge step in finesse and quality. The old "Caymans/Boxsters aren't Porsches" arguement is tired and stupid. The Cayman would trounce a 911 if they'd just give it the same engine. If you have the cash, go for a test drive. There are good deals on used Cayman S's all over the place too. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

03-13-2011, 11:34 PM	#12 (permalink)
zmyride Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 631 Drives: 10 Black Sports 7AT Rep Power: 17	Honest, never buy sports car USED. If you cant afford, get a Cayman. If you have money, go with S.

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