Hans-Jürgen Wöhler makes first comments about Cayman R's suspension!

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Dec 2, 2010 | 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris from Cali

Of course there'd be nothing stopping me from dropping a GT3 engine into a Cayman R....

Hey it was my idea first! Except, I thought of an 997 RS engine...

Dec 7, 2010 | 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by navanoD

I too have zero doubts that the R will out handle my Spyder.

I'm not going to lie, as a design director appearance is a factor. Other than decals and a special green color, the R is no different than the a Sport Design Package Cayman S (visually). Put it this way, do you think the Spyder would have as much appeal if they just picked a unique color and married it to the Sport Design Package Boxster? The Spyder has unique body work (Rear Hatch, Convertible Top, Front Intakes with LEDs and Side Intakes). The combo of handling and appearance make the package truly desirable. This is all subjective and my opinion... But keep in mind if the Spyder didn't exist... I would have bought a R

But thank god the it does! Because I LOVE IT!

Couldnt agree more.

Performance will prally be better on the Cayman R....but from a pure looks perspective, the Spyder dominates. In my mind, its one of the best looking Porsches - and cars for sale today.

Now if Porsche would have taken the design of the R and pushed it along further - "bubbled" roof like the Sport Classic, different bumpers/crazy exhaust exit (CGT like?) or something "crazy" like that - then this would be a different story.

Not hatin - just being real. The R, no matter what the susp/performance is - will not pull many away from their Spyders or Cayman S's with the right mods.

Dec 7, 2010 | 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris from Cali

Of course there'd be nothing stopping me from dropping a GT3 engine into a Cayman R....

Great idea!

Dec 8, 2010 | 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by navanoD

Why does the Cayman have to have the GT3 Engine? Personally I think it's more about offering a model above the 911 that is mid engined. Yes the 918 will be soon be here, but that is too much of a leap from the 911 GT3... Exotic territory. Porsche should offer a Mid-Engined True performance GT3. This will protect the 911 cult and offer a true performer!

Interesting discussion, but If I was going to the trouble of dropping in a GT3 motor, I would be looking seriously at the TPC Racing Turbo kit. For 10K, 485HP in a Spyder/Cayman would be incredible. Performance levels of a GT3RS in arguably the best handling car Porsche has for about 77k total investment. If the 485HP kit is not enough, go for the 550HP (S2 upgrade) kit for and additional $5200.00. Now your in the GT2 performance territory for around 83K total investment.

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Dec 8, 2010 | 06:49 PM

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I like the Boxster Spyder a lot, too, but NO WAY my wife is going for an open car in Northern VA. It's either too hot and muggy or too cold and nasty to drive. We made a bet that I'd count the number of "convertible friendly" days in 2011. She's out to prove a point.

Also, I generally prefer a closed car than an open car. The Cayman R touches the right bases for me. Thanks to Eduardo for keeping me posted on all the developments...