997 vs Cayman.. Is this a good Buy?
#31
05-25-2007, 04:11 AM
Originally Posted by 171mph
There's a reason Ruf chose the Cayman for its new supercar.
No brainer, unless you really like saying you drive a 911!
No brainer, unless you really like saying you drive a 911!
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05-25-2007, 05:56 AM
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Originally Posted by 171mph
I also posted this in the Cayman links. Did I mention u can fit 2 sets of golf clubs in a Cayman S and still have the whole front boot to use?!
Get a 2006 Cayman S - cost about $50k. use the ~$10k you save to buy a header/exhaust upgrade and Bilstein pss9 suspension. If you ever have an engine issue just swap back the headers and take it in. No warranty issue then.
Trust me, you will knock the pants of equal ability 2005 or 2006 Carrera drivers.
You get a better handling car (mid engine + PSS9 suspension) over the 997 carrera with near equal hp (Millteks add about 20hp).
There's a reason Ruf chose the Cayman for its new supercar.
No brainer, unless you really like saying you drive a 911!
Get a 2006 Cayman S - cost about $50k. use the ~$10k you save to buy a header/exhaust upgrade and Bilstein pss9 suspension. If you ever have an engine issue just swap back the headers and take it in. No warranty issue then.
Trust me, you will knock the pants of equal ability 2005 or 2006 Carrera drivers.
You get a better handling car (mid engine + PSS9 suspension) over the 997 carrera with near equal hp (Millteks add about 20hp).
There's a reason Ruf chose the Cayman for its new supercar.
No brainer, unless you really like saying you drive a 911!
I liket o say i drive a 911 the cayman has everything the 911 does except the history.
hence the 911 is more appealing to most people.
the cayman & cayman S are awesome cars. I will have it in my garage oneday.
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05-25-2007, 07:43 AM
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sounds 911~~~ I want to buy them but cant find one in my price range... Do you guys this 2006 Porsche 911 with 9k miles Navi, 6 speed, partial power seats, heated seats, 19" carrera S wheels for $63k good deal??
bi xenon and sport steering wheels an option or does it come with the car?
bi xenon and sport steering wheels an option or does it come with the car?
#35
05-25-2007, 08:29 AM
Originally Posted by lig
Plus - the wifey in her infinite wisdom said "if you get a Cayman you'll probably regret not getting a 911!"
If trovan's were white or black - I'd buy his!
for today only, you can have it for 76K, then you can paint the car...
#36
05-25-2007, 12:24 PM
Originally Posted by Chris from Cali
Uh, the CTR3 is built off a 911 floorplan with custom engine placement, bodywork, etc. It is NOT based on the Cayman.
The 911 rear-engine is an old concept - I agree they have done a GREAT job given the difficulties of such a rear-weight biased car. But it seems now they (along with Ruf) are making it better by moving the engine forward.
BTW i would gladly trade my Cayman S in for a GT3 but nothing less!
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05-25-2007, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by MSCaymanS
I test drove both and liked the Cayman S better as far as driving feel and looks. Definitely liked the power in the C2S better. After having my car for over a year I drove another C2S and still walked away with the same feelings. Drive both and get which one puts the biggest smile on your face.
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Originally Posted by david7979
sounds 911~~~ I want to buy them but cant find one in my price range... Do you guys this 2006 Porsche 911 with 9k miles Navi, 6 speed, partial power seats, heated seats, 19" carrera S wheels for $63k good deal??
bi xenon and sport steering wheels an option or does it come with the car?
bi xenon and sport steering wheels an option or does it come with the car?
for me that would be deal breaker.
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05-25-2007, 12:58 PM
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Raja,
i don't think the 08 will have the new updates including the new look but i'm 50/50 on it. maybe 09?
xenon, PASM, 19'' wheel, brakes etc. are standard on S. S is a much better buy.
i don't think the 08 will have the new updates including the new look but i'm 50/50 on it. maybe 09?
xenon, PASM, 19'' wheel, brakes etc. are standard on S. S is a much better buy.
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05-25-2007, 02:51 PM
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Arling,
Yeah i know. but i am just being wishful. I finally put the order in for the S. if they come up with 08 1/2 model with dfi and leds then i will just have to mod it to compensate. :-)
Yeah i know. but i am just being wishful. I finally put the order in for the S. if they come up with 08 1/2 model with dfi and leds then i will just have to mod it to compensate. :-)
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05-25-2007, 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by LIL RAJA
the cayman has everything the 911 does except the history.
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05-26-2007, 11:02 AM
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I test drove the car again and I think I m going to go with Carrera... Cayman feels more like a toy car... but still was impressed with Cayman S. Thank you all for your comments...
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