Officially official: The 2011 Porsche Cayman R to debut in Los Angeles
Nov 17, 2010 | 05:05 PM
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Nov 17, 2010 | 05:24 PM
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Autoblog: LA 2010: Porsche pulls the covers off 2011 Cayman R
Porsche has pulled the silk off its all-new 2011 Cayman R, the latest variant of the German automaker's two-seat coupe. Aside from the obligatory decals and badging designed to differentiate this new flagship Cayman from its siblings, the Cayman R boasts a chassis that has been lightened by about 120 pounds and a handful of other tweaks.
Inside the cabin, the Cayman R features Alcantara and leather upholstery, sport seats, strap door handles and a painted console color-keyed to the exterior. Under the skin, the suspension has been enhanced with shorter, more rigid springs and there are customized anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles (the ride height is about 20 millimeters lower than the Cayman S).
Motivation comes from Porsche's 3.4-liter flat-six, bumped up slightly to 330 horsepower, while transmission choices include Porsche's excellent PDK automatic gearbox or a traditional six-speed manual. According to the automaker, the 2,855-pound Cayman R will hit 62 miles per hour in less than five seconds and top out at 175 mph. Look for the Cayman R in dealers wearing a $66,000 price tag before the end of the year.
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Inside the cabin, the Cayman R features Alcantara and leather upholstery, sport seats, strap door handles and a painted console color-keyed to the exterior. Under the skin, the suspension has been enhanced with shorter, more rigid springs and there are customized anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles (the ride height is about 20 millimeters lower than the Cayman S).
Motivation comes from Porsche's 3.4-liter flat-six, bumped up slightly to 330 horsepower, while transmission choices include Porsche's excellent PDK automatic gearbox or a traditional six-speed manual. According to the automaker, the 2,855-pound Cayman R will hit 62 miles per hour in less than five seconds and top out at 175 mph. Look for the Cayman R in dealers wearing a $66,000 price tag before the end of the year.
Source [Autoblog]
Nov 17, 2010 | 05:56 PM
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I wonder what it'd look like in black or Carrara White, maybe with red leather? I'm really disappointed with the specs overall but at least the price isn't too outrageous. I thought it'd have at least 350 bhp though.
Won't the Audi TT-RS sticker for something around $60K? If that's the case, this car ought to be a clear winner.
Won't the Audi TT-RS sticker for something around $60K? If that's the case, this car ought to be a clear winner.
Nov 17, 2010 | 05:59 PM
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LOL @ all the haterade...
I love it. Consider it done. Carrara - want to P-shop me one in Gulf Blue with Gulf Orange "Porsche" stripes and black wheels? If you do the interior, do Gulf Blue stitching, please.
Thanks in advance - rep on the way.
I love it. Consider it done. Carrara - want to P-shop me one in Gulf Blue with Gulf Orange "Porsche" stripes and black wheels? If you do the interior, do Gulf Blue stitching, please.
Thanks in advance - rep on the way.
Nov 17, 2010 | 06:16 PM
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Looks like you and I are the minority. I love it. I just finished this pshop before I read your post. Here is my idea of the ultimate track car. I think it would also be a great combo for the standard Cayman R.I'll make the Gulf livery now.
Nov 17, 2010 | 07:06 PM
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I think it looks great.. It would always be tricky to bring out a cayman variation that would be faster than a cayman s but slower than a 911. I think they did a good job considering the market split.
With a mean spec and a 10-15% price increase over a cayman s, this might be a great hit !
With a mean spec and a 10-15% price increase over a cayman s, this might be a great hit !
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Nov 17, 2010 | 07:11 PM
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If you can get that color match, that'll be my new desktop!!!
My wife's not a fan of the orange, but I think it's just subtle enough, but makes the Gulf Blue pop! Nice work.