my 2021 Cayman S
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Conventional manual, 6 speed I think. They also offer a PDK, I think - 7 speed.
You know, despite the Cayman being a rear-mid engined car - I have to wonder whether the service-items are actually more accessible than the service items in a 911. The sloped back of the 911 I think make service access poor. I think the front-end of the Cayman engine, i.e. for a serpentine belt change, and top of the engine for a plug change... are accessible by way of removable panels in the Cayman. I may be mistaken, but...
If I were looking for a Porsche (which I really do like) - I would have to give the Cayman a good look-see. Also the "frunk" is a surprisingly deep and decently large space...
This is a traditional
This is a traditional 6spd and clutch. It is also strictly a two seater it has a trunk and a "frunk" and can hold quite a bit of groceries, luggage etc as long as it is soft sided and not excessively long. Think of a C3 corvette , actually the dimensions are pretty close to the 1980 corvette I once had. As for service it looks like the 911 are easier. Oil change easier on the 911 by far. I did the plugs on the 911 and they weren't bad you just need some odd length extensions if you want to get a torque wrench on each one. To service Cayman plugs and belt I believe you need to remove the engine cover which requires some interior disassembly. There is a video and it looks doable. As for a 25# dog as long as he is riding shotgun he will fit. At the 11:30 mark is a guy driving withhis buddy in video below:
Ray
Congrats and what year is the 911? Really like the interior of the Cayman esp if they normally come in all black.
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Congrats & enjoy!
Happy Birthday!
Fantastic car!
So, this is a 2.5L boxer 4, right? It would be interesting to compare this design to a Subaru boxer 4, to see what different paths Porsche and Subaru took to arrive at a similar engine.
What’s the HP & torque?
I had a WRX, which has been called a “poor man’s Porsche”.
Fantastic car!
So, this is a 2.5L boxer 4, right? It would be interesting to compare this design to a Subaru boxer 4, to see what different paths Porsche and Subaru took to arrive at a similar engine.
What’s the HP & torque?
I had a WRX, which has been called a “poor man’s Porsche”.
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I spy a proper standard transmission in your sweet car, right on! 
And you 991 is gorgeous in white!
And you 991 is gorgeous in white!Thank You..the 2.5 is basically the old 6 cylinder with 2 cylinders removed and a turbo added
350hp 309tq
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a...porsche-718-boxsters-turbocharged-flat-fours/
who knows, I never thought I would own a Porsche but I always lived below my means and was a diligent saver always investing in the stock market in mutual funds and it payed off. In retirement I bought myself a gift.
Great gift.....way to go.
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Lays down some really good numbers too! I was surprised at what they cost, not too bad. If I didn't spend a small fortune camping as often as I do (gas, truck, trailer and all the other stuff) I could probably have one of those and a Corvette. I need to reevaluate my hobbies. 
Beautiful car! Enjoy!
Beautiful car! Enjoy!
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You gotta sacrifice to have the nice things later on.
Happy Belated Birthday! Excellent choice!
How to buy a manual transmission car available in Europe but not here?
Happy Birthday and congrats on your new ride! ??? How tall are you and please tell us how you fit in the Cayman.
It is a great car, and after reading about all the added tech of the flat four, it seems that Porsche did their homework as usual.
It is a great car, and after reading about all the added tech of the flat four, it seems that Porsche did their homework as usual.
I am 6'1" and fit fine in it. I really wanted a 2008-2013 Z06 last naturally aspirated 6sp corvette but my sightline out the windshield was blocked by the roof and I would have to duck to see the red light. No issues in cayman great view out the windshield. This car handling is incredible, mid-engine is the way to go!
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