2008 Porsche Cayman S
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
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The Cayman's price point--as it has been since day one--is bizarre, driven by marketing that says, "We don't want to sell a car that's cheaper than a Boxster." So buyers face the interesting situation of two versions of a car where the convertible is actually less expensive than the coupe. Yes, yes, Porsche will tell you that the Cayman is not identical to the Boxster under its skin, but virtually anyone who looks at the two cars will feel that the two are essentially the same.
But if you aren't concerned with the price, the Cayman S is one of the best, most fun-to-drive cars for the street. Say hello to perfect balance, steering so sharp and accurate that it feels as though you could use it to perform cataract surgery and that sweet-sounding flat-six engine that could come only from Porsche. And the body design is one of the market's most appealing, a timeless classic like so many Porsches before it.
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What stands out every time we drive this car is that the Cayman is quick but not overwhelmingly fast. In fact, its 295 horses feel just about right for a road car that tempts you to drive it hard, and this car's great handling certainly does tempt you.
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