This came up on my recommendations watch list. As a subscriber I must say you have improved immensely in your presentation skills lol. As an owner of a Cayman 981 I agree with your conclusion of the car. I have mine just over 4 years and I love it. I describe it as the Smart man’s 911.
I love that I found your channel through the viral attention your 911 issues update video got, and I'm now enjoying your very well-done review of the Cayman. You've earned a new fan today, keep up the good work! And, I hope they give you a GT3 for you troubles.
Just stumbled onto your channel. I'm looking at a new Cayman (or slightly-used 911) this summer - I currently have a 1982 924 in my garage, which I'm slowly restoring. After experiencing a ride, watching this video, and reading about the Cayman, I have to admit the Cayman is looking like the likely candidate for my purchase. For some reason, and I don't know why, the Cayman style and driving evoke the way things used to be with Porsche. I feel like it marries the foundation of the brand with the future of the brand in a very attractive package. Finally, love, love, love your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
This is the first video of yours that l ever saw, and I kept watching and now I'm your biggest fan. I had hoped one day to have a Cayman. I love the styling. I sat in my friends car & it was love at first sight. I knew I wanted one. Thats how I bumped into your channel.
Nice balanced review. I've seen all your other videos and you stay pretty calm and clear about all the problems you had with the new 911. I've had around 12 911's (currently have a 1972 and a 2001 996 grocery-getter / beater) and mostly they have been fairly trouble free for the 600k or more miles I have covered in them.
Great review Nick, really enjoy your reviews. I owned a 981 Cayman S. Lovely car but ultimately the cabin acoustics got to me (the cabin traps tire and engine noise in an unpleasant way). I ordered a loaded 981 Boxster S to replace it. Awesome car and not a single regret "downgrading" to the Boxster. The Boxster's cabin is far quieter and refined than you might expect from a rag top. It does not suffer the same sonic characteristics as the Cayman (the "cabin" terminates on top of the engine instead of behind it and the in front of the rear wheel wells instead of over them). The net result between the cabin acoustics and the ability to bring the top down when it's nice out like today makes it a winner, acknowledging mileages vary. Cheers.
Yes totally agree , had the 911s gen2 PDK . Drove the cayman s after mines went in for a service . I couldn't BELIVE how much better the Cayman s felt 😩 sold my 911now so looking to buy a Cayman s with pse and pdk plus some other must options !😜
Amir Amdard Aha! I always thoughts I was the only person in the world who thought so. Would much rather get a nice Cayman S than a 911 any day, mid engine, 2 seats, lower weight, only rwd, and it even looks better than a 911 I think.
+Minutemadex Looks just depends the 911 4s is just awesome from the rear, however, the cayman s has the side scoop and both are very close from the front. Both are nice! For price the CAYMAN S is it (cheaper) not cheap! PS: Most people dont even know or care about the difference between the two just the fact its a PORSCHE late model gets you into the CLUB! WHat a SMALL CLUB!
Great Video Nick and also some very Valid points of view with regard to the Cayman .. keep up the good work and I also hope you get the 911 sorted soon .
Great review!!, Just got my used 2015 Cayman 3 weeks ago, super low milage and for a bargain, I always wanted one and the wife finally let me get one ( after completing a long honey-do-list for the house!!) The car handles like a dream, I have never been a sport car fanatic but the boxter/cayman have been a dream car since I was kid, especially for the looks and handling. It is my second car since it is a 2-seater but when I drive her (of course my Cayman is female!) I feel happy.
Hi Nick - enjoy your videos! I've owned Carreras and a 987S, and driven the 991 and 981S, and you're spot on. Cayman is a great car for all the reasons you cite. However if you're buying a second car, or a fun weekend car if you're like me and live in a city, most people likely go all for the Cabriolet. The Boxster is a classic sports car package. So the cayman will appeal mostly to hard core coupe enthusiasts, where it's down on power and features compared with say an M4. Personally I think the lack of a moonroof also turns off potential buyers, as the small cabin feels even smaller. They should offer a fixed glass roof (tilt only) similar to BMW's 640 or the Jag F type. It also doesn't help that Porsche hasn't invested in the Cayman brand so that the car doesn't have an identify to match it's position as the 911's more focused little brother. That I suspect is changing now with the Gt4. (All of the above are why I voted w my wallet and went with an M4. Best all around package IMHO)
loveyour videos. i honestly think porsche will do the right thing and take care of you since you had so many issues with your new 991. best of luck and thanks
A good, honest review Nick.......well done. Totally agree with your thoughts on the sales figures and I like it that way. I couldn't care less what other people think about me and my 2006 Cayman S...........they're only jealous!
I watched all your newest reviews are I must say you are doing a brilliant job. I like your style. Maybe you should review other interesting cars as well. Anyway, you earned yourself another subscriber.
Holy shit Nick Murray, I just decided to watch this video again, and what a difference a year can make. I watch all your video's and they're getting better and better. This video makes me wonder what you did in the last year, because you look about 5 million times more happy in your current video's than in this one! haha! Tell us your secret
Wow, I've been following you for 11 years. I came to this video because a 2014 Cayman came up near me. Nick, you were either in a deep depression over your 911 when you made this video, or you have really come out of your shell. I never noticed because I watch every video you release, so it's been a natural progression.
Nick you look so down trodden and troubled at this time in your life....so good you kept you chin up mate. The difference between the 2014 and 2016 981vids.... awesome.
Hi Nick I am big fan of Porsche brand and finally bought one (911 991 Carrera S). I had many cars before, but always dreamed about Porsche and 2 months ago finally get one. Last I had Audi R8 before this car and think Porsche is much better in comparison. I saw your videos and felt sorry about your problems with your 911. My is OK till now (only problem was scratching noise from passangers door side, but it was solved by one of my friends very easily) - I have only 6000 km on it, manual transmission, because I love to drive and think only with this transmission you have real drivers car and feel you are driving it completely. I have very similar equipment as you had. I tried Cayman S before I decided to buy Carrera S and it is really great car. If I havent small son (1 year old) who I need to trasnport with me I would buy Cayman for sure. So it is maybe 4th reason why people buying 911 and Cayman is not so succesful regarding sell:) Anyhow I would like to have so opportunities to try cars like you have, because I am from Slovakia and here you have problem to get testdrive from Porsche seller. So what was your decision regarding car change instead of problematic 911? If you want you can write to my personal email: advokat@kunec.sk... If not no problem. P.S. you are very sympathic man and forgot about people who wrote this not very nice emails to you:). And sorry for my english, I know it is weak:)
you did not mention road noise during highway driving. i heard it was very loud. Is this true. I'm probably going to getting a car in that range and I love 1-2 hour driving stints. Is it quiet enough. It is , for example one of the reasons I sold my FRS after only one year. thx for producing video
Great video, thanks for making it! That's interesting what you say about it not selling well. I'm just discovering what a great car the cayman is and it's really made me want to make a plan to get one! As such, every review I've watch so far has had raving reviews for it and a few of them even pointed out some areas where they liked it a little more than the carrera, as you yourself did. Since all that positivity is my first real exposure to the model its crazy to hear about the sales. I personally prefer the hard top so the appeal of the convertible boxster is lost on me. As to the 2 seats, the amount of times I've had more than one other passenger in my honda civic coupe could be counted on one hand so if anything I prefer the two seats since they're just wasted space for me. For the people looking for more than two seats, have they seen the size of the back seats? If that's their priority then I have no idea why they'd be looking at anything other than the Panamera. To your third point of the cayman being the poor mans 911, that's what I've heard the boxster referred to my whole life: the poor mans porsche. To the credit of that statement I have seen plenty of them treated and driven like they were just an old MR2 spider so that thats another reason why the boxter doesnt appeal to me. The 911 turbo has been my dream car since boyhood so when I found out that I can get the Cayman S for half the price and it's still amazing I was sold on it instantly. Obviously I'm just one man so my opinions dont reflect the market but I still submit them to the board for consideration. Long story short, I love the Cayman S exactly how it is. It was built for me! (until I get some kind of rich and can get the 911 turbo that I still have a poster of hanging on my wall.)
Just watched your 911 videos, nicely done. Despite the issues of your 911 I still like the car and hope your issues are not indicative of the line. Miss my 911 Carerra Cab as I traded it for a 2009 R8 big mistake.
Excellent video and review Nick. The Cayman is a great car, and most people would love to own one. Every review of the Cayman have lavished many plaudits on this car, and I think you will not be the last to do so. Good luck too on your issues with Porsche over the your 911.
nice rev....i got mine last week and have never been so thrilled to drive a car in my life. fyi i could have bought a 911 but just loved look and feel of cayman s more.
Man I was so sad 4 you. you obviously love your 911, and for you to be going thru this sucks. Anyway I'm happy your finally getting to a resolution I hope porsche gives you a new car with a few gifts. Keep the vids coming, there real informative.
I own a 2013 Boxster S. It is a great car. A porsche is a porsche. No matter what jealous people say. Just ignore them and buy a boxster/cayman. You will not regret it.
My business partner has a 2012 Cayman S - such a nice car, especially on the track - totally agree it's very forgiving to bad drivers like me! Would be good with more power though, my G6E turbo is noticeably faster in a straight line which just doesn't seem right somehow. I'd love to give the new model a go some time as they seem to have made some big improvements over what was already a good car.
What are the typical mechanical problems with the Cayman S and cost of repair? I was told there are oil leak issues, but would like to hear from someone that knows them well. Thank you.
How is stick shift of this car that of compared to s2000? I like manual but only the good ones, otherwise it actually ruins the fun factor. It becomes more of a chore than fun like my E90 M3s shifter, I absolutely hate it, too long too rubbery. Thanks!
I agree with Nick. But in my opinion the main reason Cayman's don't sell is because these cars are overpriced or we could also say that there is plenty of competition (performance/sports cars) in this price range. If the Cayman would have stayed in the 40's you will see plenty of them on the street.
I am with u on this, it's just my personal preference, I like the Cayman more than the 911, ordered mine last week - 2015 Cayman GTS. Now the wait begins.
Yeah I actually have a BMW Z4 Coupe, which is a few notches below the Cayman, but less on price. However, that is part of the reason I want a Cayman next! Because I like the small, maneuverable, and balanced, car. the 911 is just to big and heavy. Yeah they might have added all the electronics so it handles good. But the Cayman's balance is still better.
@@ex0gen I love Porsche found a way to sell us a vintage 911 sized car with more power and much more usable. Going to be my wife and I's 4th car but my daily!! And the sad thing is the 911 was my hero until I drove the Cayman and a 4s and base 996 back to back.....
Nick, really enjoyed your review. You should really do more, if at all possible. "Agree with Nick on the perception placed on the cayman with respect to the 911. This perception is stronger in the U.S than Europe. Perhaps the Cayman GTS will help change that perception and be a much sought after model in the U.S."
Hi Nick. I like the porsche Cayman. The new model 2017 will probably have a 4 cylinder2.5bwith turbo in themodel S and GTS. They will probably stop the production in febuary 2016 for the 6 cylinder. Do yourecommand to waith th e turbo?
Hi Nick, is the cayman actually much noisier (tyre noise, wind noise) inside the cabine at higher speeds cruising on the highway compared to your last 911? What is your impression... Best wishes from switzerland
i drive a boxster and have heard the ''poor man's porsche'' comment numerous times. at the end of the day, i drive a car that i thoroughly enjoy driving so the comments don't annoy me. my usual response is: ''true. just couldn't afford a real porsche.'' then i smile and wait for the reaction. in terms of using the gorilla to demonstrate storage space, i think you've missed a great opportunity to use a toy sheep. i was going to say ''stuffed'' but, well, i imagine you understand why. ;-) keep up the great reviews.
Thanks Nick, I like your common sense approach its refreshing. For the record I defy any 911 driver to drive a Boxter s with a sports exhaust and not be moved by the pure elemental nature of the experience. These cars are now in their own league a different experience. If porsche put the price of these cars to equal 911 prices the stigma wouldn't exist, its only because they are cheaper that materialistic mine is bigger than yours thinking creeps in. If they cost the same these same people would be touting the slightly less power as advantageous to good corner speed. Buy what moves you forget what others say they didn't pay for your car you did.
Hi Nick, Have you driven the previous generation of Cayman S? I am considering buying it versus the e92 M3. Since you owned M3, how would you compare those cars? Both are known to be driver's cars and strictly from driving dynamics which one would you recommend?
steaksaretasty yes I have driven the first generation and I would pick the Cayman S over the E92 for driving dynamics. It is a very well balanced car, as well as being light and predicable. The E92 on the other hand is much easier to live with having 4 seats and a big trunk. If I were looking at this price bracket I would take the Boxster in the end however, even though I am not a big fan of convertibles the Boxster is the very best of all worlds.
Escort Passport 9500CI. The good news it they just updated it last week so good time to get one. Don't pay $1999 as priced on their site, most dealers or installers will get it for you for $1500
Yes I have driven both the Boxtser and the Cayman with the PDK and I much prefer it because it makes the car feel more powerful. That said I have a friend with a Boxtser and he much prefers the MT.
Hello Nick, I'm thinking of getting a Porsche 911 4S, and I'm concerned about the issues you've had with your 911. I'm thinking you've owned Porsches in the past, have you ever had an issue like this with any of your previous cars?
This seems to be a one off problem just with my car. I don't know of any other 991 owners that have had so many issues. Over all I think the 991 is a very reliable car.
Well frankly both the 911 and the Cayman are small cars that are low to the ground so if you fell claustrophobic in the 911 you will in the Cayman. However between the two there is little difference so long as you don't look behind you!
totally agree. ppl who thinking that cayman is for those who can't afford 911 are IDIOTS! because cayman is the best of it's class (where are lotuses, aflas 4c, bmw m3s, camaros, basic corvettes etc). and cayman is a dream for most of us. and a car that you still buying even if you're a millionaire. thank you for good thoughs, i hope it helps ppl to realize something.
How's the ride quality and tire noise compared to the 911? Also, I'm surprised by the sales numbers too, The press seems to be in love with the 981. However, I've daily driven to two seater before, and even if you don't transport people, it sucks not having the back seats for cargo.
I drive a 988.1 Cayman S and really happy with the car. It has great handling and may not be as quick to accelerate as a 997 s it is better cornering and often allows later braking. My wife life the two seats as it does not have rear seats that are not really able to be used. It is so convenient with the 2 boots. We use if for going away for awhile Vs our SUV or sedan.
My 981 Cayman S had the ecu remapped to 364hp, 420Nm, 0-100km/h 3.89sec.... plenty fast, pulls very strongly to redline. Hair-trigger throttle response makes the car such a blast to drive. Cost of remap? A$1900. Best option Porsche never offered lol.
goons123flofy Go for Carmine red mate, try to go check the colours out in real life, like in garages. The carmine red looks INSANE irl, we had a sapphire blue one, was nice aswell. Would not go with the silver, not a fan of it. But the carmine red is just hmmmmmmm
sorry if you answered this already. Do you think Porsche North America has seen any of your previous videos? They could obviously learn a lot about their quality control ect. Not just with your 991.
Excellent review and i like that you gave some thought as to why the cayman doesn't sell well. My guess, which is all that it is, would be that the car is underpowered for the money relative to the 911. That combined with your thoughts about the boxster being the natural alternative to the 911. I mean...only track or car aficionados are going to appreciate the handling prowess of the cayman. It is a cool car. I owed a 2009 S and it was a very good handling car. Not as fast or "radical" as my 911 4S though (which I still have). Hmmmm... that says something doesn't it.
As someone who purchased a Cayman S, I can only state my personal opinion that I found the car to be gorgeous. Once I drove it, I was hooked. A friend owns a 911 S and had the chance to drive the new Cayman S and agreed...it is a better handling car. Not pure 911 for speed, but handling. As far as the rigid top, some folks (like me) do not like driving convertibles...its too damn HOT where I live. Also consider the long-term value of owning a car that years down the road will be considered a bit more "rare" than other models. Drove them all...bought the Cayman S. Trust me...I have NO regrets! Be well.
Great video Nick, but you seemed a little "down" in this video. Were you coming down with something? You didn't have your usual energy.
One of the most unbiased, objective and enjoyable reviews of this car. I enjoyed it. Thank you!
This came up on my recommendations watch list.
As a subscriber I must say you have improved immensely in your presentation skills lol.
As an owner of a Cayman 981 I agree with your conclusion of the car.
I have mine just over 4 years and I love it.
I describe it as the Smart man’s 911.
I love that I found your channel through the viral attention your 911 issues update video got, and I'm now enjoying your very well-done review of the Cayman. You've earned a new fan today, keep up the good work! And, I hope they give you a GT3 for you troubles.
These reviews are excellent
I completely agree. Someone should give Nick a Ferrari to review! : D
If I had one I would definitely oblige!
Nick Murray Please stick to Porsche; ;)
Just stumbled onto your channel. I'm looking at a new Cayman (or slightly-used 911) this summer - I currently have a 1982 924 in my garage, which I'm slowly restoring. After experiencing a ride, watching this video, and reading about the Cayman, I have to admit the Cayman is looking like the likely candidate for my purchase. For some reason, and I don't know why, the Cayman style and driving evoke the way things used to be with Porsche. I feel like it marries the foundation of the brand with the future of the brand in a very attractive package. Finally, love, love, love your videos. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
This is the first video of yours that l ever saw, and I kept watching and now I'm your biggest fan.
I had hoped one day to have a Cayman. I love the styling. I sat in my friends car & it was love at first sight. I knew I wanted one. Thats how I bumped into your channel.
Man, love your reviews!! I wish you did more.
Nice to see you haven't rolled over with the problems with your car. Can't wait for the Cayman *GTS*
Enjoyed this review. Nick speaks from the heart and is a genuine car guy. Thanks.
Nice balanced review. I've seen all your other videos and you stay pretty calm and clear about all the problems you had with the new 911. I've had around 12 911's (currently have a 1972 and a 2001 996 grocery-getter / beater) and mostly they have been fairly trouble free for the 600k or more miles I have covered in them.
Great review Nick, really enjoy your reviews. I owned a 981 Cayman S. Lovely car but ultimately the cabin acoustics got to me (the cabin traps tire and engine noise in an unpleasant way). I ordered a loaded 981 Boxster S to replace it. Awesome car and not a single regret "downgrading" to the Boxster. The Boxster's cabin is far quieter and refined than you might expect from a rag top. It does not suffer the same sonic characteristics as the Cayman (the "cabin" terminates on top of the engine instead of behind it and the in front of the rear wheel wells instead of over them). The net result between the cabin acoustics and the ability to bring the top down when it's nice out like today makes it a winner, acknowledging mileages vary. Cheers.
You are extremely composed and thorough. I really enjoyed listening to this video, more than watching it.
I think I'd rather have this car over a 911
good so it is not only me after all
Yes totally agree , had the 911s gen2 PDK . Drove the cayman s after mines went in for a service . I couldn't BELIVE how much better the Cayman s felt 😩 sold my 911now so looking to buy a Cayman s with pse and pdk plus some other must options !😜
Amir Amdard Aha! I always thoughts I was the only person in the world who thought so. Would much rather get a nice Cayman S than a 911 any day, mid engine, 2 seats, lower weight, only rwd, and it even looks better than a 911 I think.
Minutemadex I agree! and now especially in GTS form (or even GT4 ;)), its just a perfect recipe for a great car!
+Minutemadex Looks just depends the 911 4s is just awesome from the rear, however, the cayman s has the side scoop and both are very close from the front. Both are nice! For price the CAYMAN S is it (cheaper) not cheap! PS: Most people dont even know or care about the difference between the two just the fact its a PORSCHE late model gets you into the CLUB! WHat a SMALL CLUB!
Thank you Nick very much for the review, really appreciate you candidness and detail
Real guy! Real review! no BS.. Sub!!
I like your review on Porsches, 911 , Cayman. very detail. ive learned a lot
Glad that you got this sorted out! Your dogs are awesome BTW!
How can they not detail cars before switching them with customers for service...
Great Video Nick and also some very Valid points of view with regard to the Cayman .. keep up the good work and I also hope you get the 911 sorted soon .
Fantastic review, this is what I needed to finally make my decision . Thanks
congrats on your 911 progress, another nice review too!
Great to hear about the progress to get your car issues resolved .Fingers Crossed
Great review Nick, thank you.
Great review!!, Just got my used 2015 Cayman 3 weeks ago, super low milage and for a bargain, I always wanted one and the wife finally let me get one ( after completing a long honey-do-list for the house!!) The car handles like a dream, I have never been a sport car fanatic but the boxter/cayman have been a dream car since I was kid, especially for the looks and handling. It is my second car since it is a 2-seater but when I drive her (of course my Cayman is female!) I feel happy.
Hi Nick - enjoy your videos! I've owned Carreras and a 987S, and driven the 991 and 981S, and you're spot on. Cayman is a great car for all the reasons you cite. However if you're buying a second car, or a fun weekend car if you're like me and live in a city, most people likely go all for the Cabriolet. The Boxster is a classic sports car package. So the cayman will appeal mostly to hard core coupe enthusiasts, where it's down on power and features compared with say an M4. Personally I think the lack of a moonroof also turns off potential buyers, as the small cabin feels even smaller. They should offer a fixed glass roof (tilt only) similar to BMW's 640 or the Jag F type. It also doesn't help that Porsche hasn't invested in the Cayman brand so that the car doesn't have an identify to match it's position as the 911's more focused little brother. That I suspect is changing now with the Gt4. (All of the above are why I voted w my wallet and went with an M4. Best all around package IMHO)
Love that you tested the 6spd, Nick. Good on you mate
loveyour videos. i honestly think porsche will do the right thing and take care of you
since you had so many issues with your new 991. best of luck and thanks
What an awesome looking car
Excellent review! Different than all the other popular journalist reviews. My dad has two 911 and I'm planning to buy one of these later maybe...
A good, honest review Nick.......well done. Totally agree with your thoughts on the sales figures and I like it that way. I couldn't care less what other people think about me and my 2006 Cayman S...........they're only jealous!
I watched all your newest reviews are I must say you are doing a brilliant job. I like your style. Maybe you should review other interesting cars as well. Anyway, you earned yourself another subscriber.
Good video. Good information. I hope to get one this year.
good review. i like your vids. keep it up
Holy shit Nick Murray, I just decided to watch this video again, and what a difference a year can make. I watch all your video's and they're getting better and better. This video makes me wonder what you did in the last year, because you look about 5 million times more happy in your current video's than in this one! haha! Tell us your secret
Excellent review and your on point comparing to the 911. I leased the 2014 Cayman and it's such a fun car to drive.
Thanks a lot for video (especially for head-cam) :)
Wow, I've been following you for 11 years. I came to this video because a 2014 Cayman came up near me. Nick, you were either in a deep depression over your 911 when you made this video, or you have really come out of your shell. I never noticed because I watch every video you release, so it's been a natural progression.
Omg I love this car so much, it just looks so good omg.. Dream car... :D
Great update!
Fab as always Nick.
My dream car!
My too!
Nick you look so down trodden and troubled at this time in your life....so good you kept you chin up mate. The difference between the 2014 and 2016 981vids.... awesome.
Hi Nick
I am big fan of Porsche brand and finally bought one (911 991 Carrera S). I had many cars before, but always dreamed about Porsche and 2 months ago finally get one. Last I had Audi R8 before this car and think Porsche is much better in comparison.
I saw your videos and felt sorry about your problems with your 911. My is OK till now (only problem was scratching noise from passangers door side, but it was solved by one of my friends very easily) - I have only 6000 km on it, manual transmission, because I love to drive and think only with this transmission you have real drivers car and feel you are driving it completely. I have very similar equipment as you had.
I tried Cayman S before I decided to buy Carrera S and it is really great car. If I havent small son (1 year old) who I need to trasnport with me I would buy Cayman for sure. So it is maybe 4th reason why people buying 911 and Cayman is not so succesful regarding sell:)
Anyhow I would like to have so opportunities to try cars like you have, because I am from Slovakia and here you have problem to get testdrive from Porsche seller.
So what was your decision regarding car change instead of problematic 911?
If you want you can write to my personal email: advokat@kunec.sk...
If not no problem.
P.S. you are very sympathic man and forgot about people who wrote this not very nice emails to you:). And sorry for my english, I know it is weak:)
Keep up the good work
you did not mention road noise during highway driving. i heard it was very loud. Is this true. I'm probably going to getting a car in that range and I love 1-2 hour driving stints. Is it quiet enough. It is , for example one of the reasons I sold my FRS after only one year.
thx for producing video
Great video yet again! Can't believe the dealer let the car go out in that state though!
Great video, thanks for making it! That's interesting what you say about it not selling well. I'm just discovering what a great car the cayman is and it's really made me want to make a plan to get one! As such, every review I've watch so far has had raving reviews for it and a few of them even pointed out some areas where they liked it a little more than the carrera, as you yourself did. Since all that positivity is my first real exposure to the model its crazy to hear about the sales. I personally prefer the hard top so the appeal of the convertible boxster is lost on me. As to the 2 seats, the amount of times I've had more than one other passenger in my honda civic coupe could be counted on one hand so if anything I prefer the two seats since they're just wasted space for me. For the people looking for more than two seats, have they seen the size of the back seats? If that's their priority then I have no idea why they'd be looking at anything other than the Panamera. To your third point of the cayman being the poor mans 911, that's what I've heard the boxster referred to my whole life: the poor mans porsche. To the credit of that statement I have seen plenty of them treated and driven like they were just an old MR2 spider so that thats another reason why the boxter doesnt appeal to me. The 911 turbo has been my dream car since boyhood so when I found out that I can get the Cayman S for half the price and it's still amazing I was sold on it instantly. Obviously I'm just one man so my opinions dont reflect the market but I still submit them to the board for consideration. Long story short, I love the Cayman S exactly how it is. It was built for me! (until I get some kind of rich and can get the 911 turbo that I still have a poster of hanging on my wall.)
Thanks, keep up the good work :-)
Just watched your 911 videos, nicely done. Despite the issues of your 911 I still like the car and hope your issues are not indicative of the line. Miss my 911 Carerra Cab as I traded it for a 2009 R8 big mistake.
Excellent video and review Nick. The Cayman is a great car, and most people would love to own one. Every review of the Cayman have lavished many plaudits on this car, and I think you will not be the last to do so. Good luck too on your issues with Porsche over the your 911.
great review
nice rev....i got mine last week and have never been so thrilled to drive a car in my life. fyi i could have bought a 911 but just loved look and feel of cayman s more.
man, its tough to see Nick this bummed out. Glad this video is 6 years old.
Cayman S 981 is awesome, I love mine!
Great review . Who cares what someone else thinks I'm getting one !!
Man I was so sad 4 you. you obviously love your 911, and for you to be going thru this sucks. Anyway I'm happy your finally getting to a resolution I hope porsche gives you a new car with a few gifts. Keep the vids coming, there real informative.
I own a 2013 Boxster S. It is a great car. A porsche is a porsche. No matter what jealous people say. Just ignore them and buy a boxster/cayman. You will not regret it.
My business partner has a 2012 Cayman S - such a nice car, especially on the track - totally agree it's very forgiving to bad drivers like me! Would be good with more power though, my G6E turbo is noticeably faster in a straight line which just doesn't seem right somehow.
I'd love to give the new model a go some time as they seem to have made some big improvements over what was already a good car.
Outstanding news on your 911!!
Love your reviews still pondering 981s or 718s boxster.
Hi Nick, great review. Did you ever drive the base 2.7 Cayman? Thoughts?
Hi Nick, nice review. Quick, if slightly odd question - for the external walkaround scene, did you use a bicycle? Or do you just walk smoothly....?
I use a glidecam
The Cayman sells very well here in Australia...guess we aussies are too poor to afford the 911. Love your reviews Nick.
Do you enjoy it more than your 911?
What are the typical mechanical problems with the Cayman S and cost of repair? I was told there are oil leak issues, but would like to hear from someone that knows them well. Thank you.
I like your videos man :) What's your profession? I'm just curious :P
How is stick shift of this car that of compared to s2000? I like manual but only the good ones, otherwise it actually ruins the fun factor. It becomes more of a chore than fun like my E90 M3s shifter, I absolutely hate it, too long too rubbery. Thanks!
I agree with Nick. But in my opinion the main reason Cayman's don't sell is because these cars are overpriced or we could also say that there is plenty of competition (performance/sports cars) in this price range. If the Cayman would have stayed in the 40's you will see plenty of them on the street.
Great review mate, nice to have a relaxed point of view, drove one at Thruxton race track (in England) loved it but bought a BMW instead
This was great!
The cayman is my favorite porsche, I'm not a fan of the 911. I like the balance.
I am with u on this, it's just my personal preference, I like the Cayman more than the 911, ordered mine last week - 2015 Cayman GTS. Now the wait begins.
Yeah I actually have a BMW Z4 Coupe, which is a few notches below the Cayman, but less on price. However, that is part of the reason I want a Cayman next! Because I like the small, maneuverable, and balanced, car. the 911 is just to big and heavy. Yeah they might have added all the electronics so it handles good. But the Cayman's balance is still better.
@@ex0gen I love Porsche found a way to sell us a vintage 911 sized car with more power and much more usable. Going to be my wife and I's 4th car but my daily!! And the sad thing is the 911 was my hero until I drove the Cayman and a 4s and base 996 back to back.....
Nick, really enjoyed your review. You should really do more, if at all possible.
"Agree with Nick on the perception placed on the cayman with respect to the 911. This perception is stronger in the U.S than Europe. Perhaps the Cayman GTS will help change that perception and be a much sought after model in the U.S."
The ironic thing is the Cayman S is the best car Porsche have ever made.
If Porsche put one of the 911 engines in the Cayman then they might have one of the best cars ever made in my opinion.
It IS now a 911 engine.
It has a detuned version of the base Carrera engine. I mean like at least the engine from the Carrera S. That would be something special.
That's a popular opinion.
Hi Nick. I like the porsche Cayman. The new model 2017 will probably have a 4 cylinder2.5bwith turbo in themodel S and GTS.
They will probably stop the production in febuary 2016 for the 6 cylinder. Do yourecommand to waith th e turbo?
great review man ..
Great car!!! I love mines! As nice as a 911...just different. Comes down to personal preference.
Hi Nick, is the cayman actually much noisier (tyre noise, wind noise) inside the cabine at higher speeds cruising on the highway compared to your last 911? What is your impression...
Best wishes from switzerland
VASOEN I don't recall the cayman being noticeably noisier, certainly you can tell the engine is closer to you but otherwise much the same I think
i drive a boxster and have heard the ''poor man's porsche'' comment numerous times. at the end of the day, i drive a car that i thoroughly enjoy driving so the comments don't annoy me. my usual response is: ''true. just couldn't afford a real porsche.'' then i smile and wait for the reaction.
in terms of using the gorilla to demonstrate storage space, i think you've missed a great opportunity to use a toy sheep. i was going to say ''stuffed'' but, well, i imagine you understand why. ;-)
keep up the great reviews.
Thanks Nick, I like your common sense approach its refreshing. For the record I defy any 911 driver to drive a Boxter s with a sports exhaust and not be moved by the pure elemental nature of the experience. These cars are now in their own league a different experience. If porsche put the price of these cars to equal 911 prices the stigma wouldn't exist, its only because they are cheaper that materialistic mine is bigger than yours thinking creeps in. If they cost the same these same people would be touting the slightly less power as advantageous to good corner speed. Buy what moves you forget what others say they didn't pay for your car you did.
Hi Nick, Have you driven the previous generation of Cayman S? I am considering buying it versus the e92 M3. Since you owned M3, how would you compare those cars? Both are known to be driver's cars and strictly from driving dynamics which one would you recommend?
steaksaretasty yes I have driven the first generation and I would pick the Cayman S over the E92 for driving dynamics. It is a very well balanced car, as well as being light and predicable. The E92 on the other hand is much easier to live with having 4 seats and a big trunk. If I were looking at this price bracket I would take the Boxster in the end however, even though I am not a big fan of convertibles the Boxster is the very best of all worlds.
Thanks for your reply, Nick I have one other question what was the name of the escort radar detector you installed on your 911?
Escort Passport 9500CI. The good news it they just updated it last week so good time to get one. Don't pay $1999 as priced on their site, most dealers or installers will get it for you for $1500
Hello Nick, I ended up getting a 911 Turbo S.
In Jet black. Thanks for the advice last week.
Worth the upgrade from 987.2?
M2 or Cayman for fun, since you have driven both?
Do you prefer the PDK in your 991 over the stick in the cayman? Do you think the cayman would be even better with the PDK?
Yes I have driven both the Boxtser and the Cayman with the PDK and I much prefer it because it makes the car feel more powerful. That said I have a friend with a Boxtser and he much prefers the MT.
Hello Nick,
I'm thinking of getting a Porsche 911 4S, and I'm concerned about the issues you've had with your 911. I'm thinking you've owned Porsches in the past, have you ever had an issue like this with any of your previous cars?
This seems to be a one off problem just with my car. I don't know of any other 991 owners that have had so many issues. Over all I think the 991 is a very reliable car.
does the cayman feel claustrophobic? I know its smaller inside than the 991...but does the cayman really feel tight inside during your drive?
Well frankly both the 911 and the Cayman are small cars that are low to the ground so if you fell claustrophobic in the 911 you will in the Cayman. However between the two there is little difference so long as you don't look behind you!
totally agree.
ppl who thinking that cayman is for those who can't afford 911 are IDIOTS!
because cayman is the best of it's class (where are lotuses, aflas 4c, bmw m3s, camaros, basic corvettes etc). and cayman is a dream for most of us. and a car that you still buying even if you're a millionaire.
thank you for good thoughs, i hope it helps ppl to realize something.
Nick, has your 911 ever overheated? That would be my biggest concern if I were to buy a rear or mid engine car..
No, even in the 100+ heat crawling in traffic the engine stays at 200f so I think the cooling system is excellent
How's the ride quality and tire noise compared to the 911?
Also, I'm surprised by the sales numbers too, The press seems to be in love with the 981. However, I've daily driven to two seater before, and even if you don't transport people, it sucks not having the back seats for cargo.
Do you have track videos?
I drive a 988.1 Cayman S and really happy with the car. It has great handling and may not be as quick to accelerate as a 997 s it is better cornering and often allows later braking. My wife life the two seats as it does not have rear seats that are not really able to be used. It is so convenient with the 2 boots. We use if for going away for awhile Vs our SUV or sedan.
My 981 Cayman S had the ecu remapped to 364hp, 420Nm, 0-100km/h 3.89sec.... plenty fast, pulls very strongly to redline. Hair-trigger throttle response makes the car such a blast to drive. Cost of remap? A$1900. Best option Porsche never offered lol.
what colour would you get it in? I am torn between guards red, rhodium silver or sapphire blue?
goons123flofy Go for Carmine red mate, try to go check the colours out in real life, like in garages. The carmine red looks INSANE irl, we had a sapphire blue one, was nice aswell. Would not go with the silver, not a fan of it. But the carmine red is just hmmmmmmm
Do you own all the cars you review ?
sorry if you answered this already. Do you think Porsche North America has seen any of your previous videos? They could obviously learn a lot about their quality control ect. Not just with your 991.
i really like the cayman
Thanks Nick
Excellent review and i like that you gave some thought as to why the cayman doesn't sell well. My guess, which is all that it is, would be that the car is underpowered for the money relative to the 911. That combined with your thoughts about the boxster being the natural alternative to the 911. I mean...only track or car aficionados are going to appreciate the handling prowess of the cayman. It is a cool car. I owed a 2009 S and it was a very good handling car. Not as fast or "radical" as my 911 4S though (which I still have). Hmmmm... that says something doesn't it.
As someone who purchased a Cayman S, I can only state my personal opinion that I found the car to be gorgeous. Once I drove it, I was hooked. A friend owns a 911 S and had the chance to drive the new Cayman S and agreed...it is a better handling car. Not pure 911 for speed, but handling. As far as the rigid top, some folks (like me) do not like driving convertibles...its too damn HOT where I live. Also consider the long-term value of owning a car that years down the road will be considered a bit more "rare" than other models. Drove them all...bought the Cayman S. Trust me...I have NO regrets! Be well.
the younger nick.... Wow it's really been a long time coming.