718 Cayman, test drive

I recently had a GT3 in as a loaner vehicle for its one-year service.We were able to borrow a 718 Cayman for a day.I tried to ride each of them as a couple, so I was able toHow would you feel if your wife used Cayman on a regular basis?From a woman's perspective, her husband said, "Porsche rider who loves carsI would like to write down my impressions from the perspective of the "Mere Old Man.

The loaner car, a 718 Cayman, was a bare-bones Cayman with almost no options.No PASM, no sport exhaust, no sport chrono package, 18" standard tireswhich is really a base model 718 Cayman.

Bottom line.If your wife is a regular user, this bare-bones Cayman is more than enough for her!I felt that the "I'm a good person.

one's feeling while riding

The suspension was very solid, with no weird swaying left over.It was very good for a stiff.However, if your wife is used to driving luxury sedans from manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, and BMW, she may at first think thatNot smooth and not comfortable to ride.I think people will think, "Oh, no.

However, you will get used to it as you drive, and above all, once you experience the precise handling and the feeling of being able to drive the car the way you want, you will be able to enjoy it for years to come.Easy to drive, easy to rideI think that the impression of "I'm a good driver" will outweigh the impression of "I'm a good rider," and ride comfort will not be that much of a concern.

Properly, Porsche.

I took a test drive the other day.The 911 Carrera 4S (992) is still very advanced, and I was surprised at how quick the handling is.The engine sounded good and harmonious.

By comparison, the 718 Cayman was not as quick in its handliging as the 992. Nevertheless, the feeling of being able to drive the car the way you want, including handling, braking, and acceleration work, is unmistakably Porsche.Even with a plain Cayman, I could feel the Porsche in the car.

I once read in some article that "Cayman is an entry-level Porsche car," and I thought that might indeed be true if you ask me.

Large enough to go anywhere

The Cayman is compact, not large-bodied like the Panamera or Cayenne.I can go on normal roads and parking lots without any problems, and I don't have to worry about driving.

Also, the Boxster's color accentuated by the color of its top makes it stand out a bit in town, but in comparison, the Cayman's design is not as noticeable as the Boxster's. In this sense, too, I thought it was good because it could be used without concern.

Other

I've written about it many times on this blog.The Boxster Cayman is quite loaded for a two-seater sports car.because of ...(Trunk in front and back)I don't think I'll have any trouble going to the supermarket on a regular basis.

However, since it is a two-seater, you may feel a little confined. Actually, after driving the 718 Cayman, I had the opportunity to drive the 911 Carrera GTS (991.2)I still felt that the 2+2 seat 911 is very open.(I'll post my thoughts on GTS in a follow-up post)

That said, the bare-bones 718 Cayman was more than a great car. Frankly speaking, theMore favorable than the BMW M2 Competition that I was allowed to test drive before.It was.

Of course, the M2 Competition was a good car, but the price of the test car at that time was a little over 10 million including options... compared to that, "The 718 Cayman we tested this time costs about 3 million yen less than the M2 Competition and has this performance!When I thought about it, I felt that the 718 Cayman was definitely a better buy from a cost-effective point of view.

Having written so much in a cheeky way, I would now like to share with you my husband's impressions.

Porsche driver looks at the 718 Cayman.

Since my husband bought his first Porsche Boxster GTS a few years ago, he has bought several Porsches himself, often letting people he knows drive them, and these days he drives some new Porsche every month.

Thanks to.Some idea of the features of each Porsche model, grade differences, and option differences.He has also been working on improving his skills by going to driving school and practicing on a simulator for more accurate reviews.(Who are you really...?)

In such a situation, I decided to ask him to tell me what he felt after spending a day with the 718 Cayman, which has almost no options, without any discovery this time.

Is it really a good idea to buy a plain Cayman instead of an S? And for those who are not sure about the purchase.

My husband, regarding his 718 Cayman.

When buying a Porsche, the bare bones model(also called base model, standard model, or basic model)Many people are wondering whether to go for the S or the GTS, or whether to go for a higher-end model such as the S or GTS.
Especially given the budget.I really want the S, but I think I'll compromise with the bare bones model. No, I'm going to go out on a limb here and go with the S...I am sure that many of our readers have spent sleepless nights worrying night after night about what to do and how to do it, with thoughts going round and round in their heads.
I'd like to confidently say to those of you who do, in conclusion.I definitely recommend the bare model.And.I can say this with confidence from the standpoint of having driven various Porsches and high power models such as the GT3.

He said. "Yes, it was very well done and well-balanced, but does that mean that the bare bones are better than the S?I asked.

I am not saying that "S" is bad.Of course the S has more power than the barebones model and is better in that sense, but there is no doubt that the S has its advantages and you won't be disappointed if you buy the S. You will be absolutely satisfied. I know that very well.
But "So, is this bare-bones Cayman inferior and unsatisfactory compared to the S?If you ask me, "What do you mean?", I would say that I don't think so at all.

And.

Her husband continued.

I'd driven a bare-bones 718 Cayman before, but this time I drove it again and felt like, "This is totally fine.I did that.The cost performance is the strongest.
It is more than maneuverable enough in town, and if you take it on a winding road, you can rev the engine with just the right amount of power. The engine power is also quite fast once the turbo kicks in and the torque starts up.
If you're constantly driving 250 km/h in the overtaking lane on the autobahn, you might not be happy.It's not uncommon to feel underpowered leading the overtaking lane on Japanese highways.I think.

He said. Indeed, I too could see that the bare bones model is the strongest in terms of cost performance. My husband also said that the

The 718 is physically faster than the 981 Boxster GTS.I don't feel that the suspension of the standard 18-inch wheels is weak at all. In fact, I thinkThe balance between engine power and tires is just right.I was made to think.
If I go to the track with this, my times are not as good as the S.I'd rather have the feeling of being able to handle it in my own hands, and this would be more fun and practice.I even thought.

And.

Indeed...I used to be a "Cars are all about power, and fast is good.But recently, as I've been driving various cars, I've been thinking, "I'm not sure I'm ready for this.Cars are all about balance. That way, it's more comfortable and fun to drive.I'm starting to understand a little bit more about the "what if" thing.

I said, "I certainly felt the 718 Cayman was well balanced. So I was very satisfied.And I could feel the Porsche firmly.I'm not sure why..." and my husband

Stiffer suspension as well.and soft bushes of very good quality.The feeling of a perfect balance of suppleness and strength is typical of Porsche.I don't know.
The PDK shifts quickly, and if you drive aggressively in Sport mode, the car will downshift and upshift at just the right times without operating the paddle shifters, allowing you to concentrate on savoring its superb handling qualities.
If you don't care about the grade hierarchy, then the bare bones model will suffice. If I were to buy a 718 Cayman.I'm sure you'll want the bare bones model or the GTS 4.0.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

He said.

In the next issue, I would like to write about the ride quality of the suspension without PASM, differences from 981, etc.