2018 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS vs Boxster GTS Review

[@TheStraightPipes]

Cayman or Boxster? Or something else... Also thanks to our early video access Patreon supporters Michael H, Somark L, Sean R, Oliver U, Arthur E, David C, Israel C, Luke M, De Kun L, James M, Paul B, Julian M, Graeme P, Ethan L, Charles E, Pavo B, LeaseCosts Canada, Stephen Y, Edgarson R, Ryan J, Curtis K, Kevin D, Robert P, Ben M, Allen G, Andrew R, Nick L, Joe, Waleed M, Hyogo M, Omar, J, Paul B, Matt W, Bill B, Kelvin K, Carlos L, Forrest W, Carlos S, Kevin S, Jeremy S, Brad M, Eli G, 10ShapedFist, Phuong N, Santhosh B, Peter S, MK, Andy B, Casey A, Rob J, Andrew L, Jayjay S, Emil, Christopher K, Alex S, Artur N, Alexander M, Edward A, Carlin M, Pablo O, Kevin J, Jim G, Kirk H, Brylon E, Matt P, Johnson L, Glenn K, James S, Rohit S, Grant H, Jim W, Henry K, Sean F, Kim H, Joel P, larusso, Dallon H, Nealon Y, Giliar D, Matthew G, Paul F, Jesse Y, John D, Devin B, Eric W, Brian H, Jonathan P, Aaron A, Fei D, Chad S, Cameron P, Derek R, Justin M, Nelson C, Eric Z, Griffin O, Daniel R, James B, Doanh L, Aaron B, Christopher S, Jayjay S, Armel M, Jordan R, David, Maciej S, Nihilia, Dante A, Geoffrey G, Jeff M, Christopher B, David G! Check out the cool rewards at www.patreon.com/thestraightpipes

[@davidbest1]

911 lol

[@shahulusman3372]

Boxster, w/manual.. GTS/SPYDER.. NON 718 edition top down and NA flat six

[@gordontheman6151]

I just really love the look of the new cayman(looks like a modern 360 at the front)

[@yashdeo8047]

Saying I have a Cayman 718 GTS is alot cooler then just I have a 911

[@volodymyrshoniia2424]

Boxster! I mean 987 Boxster/Cayman. I mean Lotus Elise.

[@NA-du5vm]

Moral of the story is buy any Porsche and you'll be happy.

[@NA-du5vm]

@Jeremy Stig *or* it's the car of choice for established men who can afford and appreciate it.

[@mexykpietrov]

@Jeremy Stig that's the thing that all dudes that can't afford Porsche say... xD

[@mexykpietrov]

Jeremy Stig oh, good old „that was a joke, don’t be so serious” bullshit, that basicly all dudes like you use, when realise others don’t agree with them... lol

[@mexykpietrov]

Jeremy Stig bro, don’t be so sensitive, it’s just a random yt comment... 🤣

[@nickrubien7365]

Cayman is best value tho

[@FrankOsman]

15:16 Jakub captured my reaction process to too many things in life so perfectly

[@harrismi7]

The 911 will always have the name recognition, but these might be the better sports car.

[@JAnx01]

The charm of the 911 isn't necessarilly being the most ballanced platform on the market. Even when driving an old 996 Carrera, the progressive understeer at the limit that's communicated through the steering feel, the weight transitions you can feel....all these things make the 911 a special car.

[@terrybigmango2434]

911 is that girl you can never get in high school. And then one day you grew up; realizing her little sister was the better choice.

[@MrZane-bl8qm]

@@terrybigmango2434 lol

[@beefbroth6539]

@@terrybigmango2434 lmao, great analogy. I guess it's cz I'm old now so now I'm back to wanting the 911 more because it's more of a "wife material" (more practical with the backseats and AWD)

[@malicalik]

911 still has the flat 6 howl tho

[@davidranderson4831]

That intro! Swapping cars to the beat is so good!

[@danielecke8584]

Y’all are the best car channel on KZbin. Thanks so much for putting these videos together!

[@jaysekhon8014]

Cayman/Boxster is what Porsche wants to make, 911 is what Porsche has to make.

[@aviator-kn8zq]

that dont make sense.

[@flashallen2298]

@@aviator-kn8zq yes it does

[@abstract0014]

@@aviator-kn8zq So what hes saying is that Porsche want's to make Cayman's and Boxster's but Porsche needs to continue to make the 911.

[@kristofferrummelhoff2403]

@@aviator-kn8zq A lot of people would be angry if the 911 was discontinued

[@pet3r387]

@@kristofferrummelhoff2403 i mean that isn't that important, if people who would buy 911's would be mad, now that would be a problem for Porsche.

[@andrewt5421]

This is one of my favorite reviews that you guys have done. Rapid fire of info of the cars and sprinkled with some laughs. Fantastic work!

[@VG22.]

yuri seems to be one of the nicest people out there

[@YuriTereshyn]

Vikram Goswami I’m actually kinda of a dick ❤️ sorry

[@DrMcMoist]

@@YuriTereshyn You're a sweetheart and you know it.

[@dominikplucinski4755]

He's sooo pretencious ;)...and this makes the show...two totally different guys, perfect balance no push for image...and no, I8 is not the new Prowler...it's not just unique in it's own way...it goes ahead of other cars cause it uses/promotes new technology...which justifies it's futuristic style...while Prowler has a retro styling...and has been made...because of reasons ;)

[@chahalpawanpreet]

Nice guys finish last

[@carterbarker930]

He's a candian

[@JamalPennant]

Great video as always. Highlight of the vid " The FType is like a girl you meet at a Iron maiden concert, the Porsche is like a girl you take to your parents. Was the girl ( porsche) at the concert also. Nope. You sure cause this girl can sure scream" hahah!! I applaud whoever came up with that one 👏🏾

[@TheStraightPipes]

We made it all up on the spot

[@Kerleem]

I don’t think I laugh while watching any other auto KZbinrs...you guys are hilarious!

[@karlveinsongcheng2992]

Both of them are cute and funny... Hahahaaa. Every times when they Commons .

[@ian_b8477]

Hey guys, love your reviews... FYI The ugly water marks behind the left front wheel is from overfilling the windshield washer bottle. What you see on the side of the car comes out of the overflow.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Actually?

[@ian_b8477]

@@TheStraightPipes Yeah, for real. My track buddy had the same issue with his GT4. When you fill the tank, you cant see when its full.

[@GoldPlatedCheese]

Yeah the dealership has told me that on 718/911s they’ve seen this issue cause of the windshield washer fluid. They currently don’t have a fix for it

[@TheStraightPipes]

That's really funny

[@KingDowgg]

No, no, no. It's excess blinker fluid.

[@vivamia]

I’m happy with my 718 Cayman GTS, manual. I also like the 911, but there is something about the modern styling and mid engine design of the Cayman that appeals to me. If I had a 911, it would possibly be the Carrera T manual. The Cayman caught my attention ever since the first generation. Your neighbors green Cayman looks great!

[@_nisty]

LOVE that camera angle in the boxter while yuri is talking about his love of driving. Very well done review.

[@BLBBOY99]

Just got a 2006 cayman s-manual-sport chrono. They are the best car for the price. 3.4 liter flat six. Pulls in any gear and handles so well.

[@kylehood1347]

Porsche Carrera T and the Caymen GTS are the reasons I try in school. The dream car

[@07wrxtr1]

That's awesome. Make sure you finish school and that it's in a field that actually pays enough. I look at peoples student loans all day long and it's alarming how much people make vs. how much they owe = no nice car/house for 10-15 years for most of 'em.

[@Peanutdenver]

Once you first drive your very own Porsche (911/Cayman) your life will have changed for the better.

[@vladis4]

better open your business than be a 9/5 slave. I would recommend you to move to Czech Republic , there is only 21 procent taxes, cheap living and huge opportunities. And you will become king with your boxster.

[@vladis4]

better open your business than be a 9/5 slave. I would recommend you to move to Czech Republic , there is only 21 procent taxes, cheap living and huge opportunities. And you will become king with your boxster.

[@vladis4]

better open your business than be a 9/5 slave. I would recommend you to move to Czech Republic , there is only 21 procent taxes, cheap living and huge opportunities. And you will become king with your boxster.

[@mikenormandy9250]

I see a new SraightPipes video, I click immediately - I could be dying in the hospital, I click. Dying in a helicopter crash, I click. Stranded on a dessert island, I click! Question for you guys...Are Donny and Kevskipops' the only Patreon supporters with boxes? lol - I love you guys!

[@cfreaper23]

Ever since the Cayman came out, it has been one of my favourite cars. They haven't changed the look too much, so it would be the car of my choice. The Boxster looks really good too, but I prefer the lines of the coupe. Great review as always and I love you are reviewing my favourite car company!

[@Dunkovau9823]

Waited tooo long for you all to do a review on the cayman GTS 🙌🏽

[@Mc88Flyy]

Top down. Tunes way up. I used to have my top down in my S2000 in the winter (heater on though lol). Great vid again guys.

[@TheStraightPipes]

You understand me :-)

[@dhj-i8g]

Perfect excuse to don some exquisite leather driving gloves. And a scarf.

[@nickminir56]

TouaregTormentor I did the same thing in my MCS convertible. 28F top down with heater on + big smile on my face.

[@Mc88Flyy]

@@nickminir56 i loved the looks i got with the top down in cold weather. Made me laugh lol

[@Larmondra]

When on the track, switch to “Gear shift assistant” in the gauge cluster. It turns colors near redline so you can see peripherally when it’s time to shift without taking your eyes off the road. I have a ‘17 C2S and didn’t know that feature until after my first track day. Now it’s a huge plus.

[@aneebaba06]

Do appreciate the conversion guys! I was typing this comment as you started saying that lol. My friend back home, relatively new family physician, bought a Caymen GT4 ,mostly for track use (Portland International Raceway, in Oregon), but he drives an A3 as his daily. I sat in it, but it was at a family dinner at night, so didn't get to rid in it. As for these two...convertible would be fun honestly..

[@varnster9438]

Had a 911 and now a 718 Boxster S. much prefer the boxster both in looks and pure fun factor.

[@derae1636]

Solid review. I recently bought a 2018 with 20k miles on it. The PADM failed immediately after I drove it off the lot, but fortunately the dealer is repairing it. I'm really looking forward to living with the car and getting it on the track. It's my first Porsche.

[@90s-Rain]

Congrats! Hope i'll get my Porsche 718 next year. Wish me luck:) greetings from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@seinsmeld13]

My 09 Boxster S manual was near perfect. I recently traded it for my 16 GT4. The Boxster never failed me in the 100,000 km that I owned it. You gotta love a Porsche.

[@Roo-n9j]

Great review guys!!, but I own both a 2017 Cayman 718 with sport exhaust and a 2018 Subaru WRX STi Type RA, and no the exhaust note idle nor wide open is not even remotely similar. Awesome content. I watch every episode. Cheers.

[@colejackson3968]

moonw5 Your STI has unequal length headers giving it the rumble, listen to the new gen WRX with a boxer 4 and equal length headers. Sounds pretty similar to the cayman.

[@JohnThePA]

YES YES YES these are the type of cars I like seeing on this show! More Porsche please :)

[@zumajevs]

I’ve had a discussion other day with my friend exactly about these two cars and which each of us would choose, and next day-BAM. and STRAIGHT PIPES made video about it, thank you!!!

[@KJWGNOW]

so proud to have a Canadian car youtube channel that rocks, big shout out from Vancouver

[@ForgetfulFoot]

987.2 Cayman owner here. The Cayman looks better. But as soon as the weather gets nice, it made me miss my ND Miata. Then you wish you had the Boxster. Boxster is also much cheaper used, you can get a low mileage Boxster S for the same price as a low mileage base Cayman. Get a used Boxster. And make sure it’s gen2 to avoid potential IMS issues.

[@alliejr]

Best. Car(s). Ever. I have 2011 987.2 Boxster PDK and it still makes me smile every time I drive it. Golf clubs fit in the trunk (up to 2 sets assuming modest bag size) and folding push cart fits in the frunk. The top is always down. GTS is cool but you get 99% of the enjoyment from a base model.

[@mattmiller1136]

Props for not hopping on the T4-hating bandwagon. I know it's lonely, but it's right.

[@CianMcsweeney]

Been waiting so long for ye to do a Cayman review 😍

[@John-ds3kj]

Jasus what's th craic cian

[@mikezerker6925]

18:48 - The look of surprise, then sudden disappointment! Priceless!

[@beno.9952]

Yuri looking dapper

[@themza912]

yea i have a 2007 Cayman S and it is amazing, priced well nowadays too. I had the same feeling about the manual trans being a little spongy, it seems they haven't changed that even with the new one. i put in an aftermarket set of shifter cables from Numeric racing since they are very commonly used as a mod, and it makes it so much more rifle-y. if you ever buy an older cayman , get those cables.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Your generation of Cayman S is the exact one I would get. Lots of value there. Have you had any problems with it? Reliable? - Jakub

[@themza912]

@@TheStraightPipes After 7 months and 6k miles as my daily driver I've had zero issues. Had a pre purchase inspection done for over rev report and such. Had to have coil and plugs done which I did myself, not too bad. I did the shifter cables both for feel and as a preventative maintenance item as the OEM ones are known to snap on really hard downshifts over time. Leaves you stranded so I preferred to replace them ahead of time

[@TheStraightPipes]

Awesome! Thanks

[@KennyRavelo]

I have a 2007 CS as well. I straight-piped it ;) Check my channel if you wanna hear. I'll definitely have to look into those Numeric racing cables too

[@themza912]

yo, sounds dope, my CS is black too. love the wheels. i have the stock 18s but i want to get a new set...cant decide if i want to go all black or do something funky

[@isaiahcat3523]

Once more Yuri and Jakob excel! Kudos!!

[@mattwilson5383]

Saying “911” is better than saying anything else besides “Porsche”

[@TKmotivation-]

How could anyone give these guys a thumbs down? Most entertaining car channel on youtube. Kudos guys!

[@Meatwad650]

Chalk/Crayon on works for me on the GT3 for some reason. But I got Lava Orange.

[@guilhermecampagnaro1021]

I’ve got a Mini JCW and tried the “gas tap pop” technique and it WORKS! Thanks!

[@MrAbrasive9012]

My question for you guys is would you rather have one of these or the M2 Comp?

[@hydrocarbonish]

The parking brake situation I think is to mimic a pedal-style parking brake. Pulling the tab would be how you release the parking brake.

[@BroVCam]

Just saying "I have a Porsche" is amazing, regardless the Model, lol. But 911 is extra!!!!

[@garvitbajaj613]

Perfect comment

[@vulander23]

Enjoy the comparison section where you point out similarities, differences, quirks of the car. Should do this on all car reviews in my opinion. Keep up the good work. Would like to help on video editing for you guys but my skills arent quite up there

[@mehdimohamed6291]

Caymans have always been the best Porsche.

[@efrosvovelu9076]

911

[@ThomasNing]

11:35 that shot with the narration/commentary is absolutely perfect. Sounds weird, but felt so satisfying :3

[@johny1127]

Yuri is dressed to impress 🔥

[@DeiHarper9361]

I've be waiting for this. I think I'd take the Cayman...or Boxster..which ever is given to me lol.

[@jmelidor]

The intro and editing in the beginning was superb.

[@nyikomaluleke7411]

You guys are my favorite car review channel

[@TheStraightPipes]

Sweet

[@richa9073]

Best Boxster GTS review I have seen - Thank You!!

[@garysandhu5082]

Great video! Personally I’d go for the old 6cyl Boxster gts! Sounds way better.

[@kowpowwow]

Man, I can't decide if I like the content or the editing better. Straight Pipes Killing It.

[@tims9294]

It will be interesting to see the comparison between this and the C8 when it comes out.

[@verygood7155]

The dirty front rocker panel is from the windshield wiper drain tubes that drip water out the body seam there.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Only if you drive hard. Which we always do

[@amarmusale730]

Want to see these against the new BMW Z4 M40i ! Or the just the boxter (since they're soft top convertibles) and then the third car as the Jaguar F type S ! Please make it happen :)

[@jareddrake619]

At work, so I can't watch this yet, but I wanted to drop in and give it a thumbs up right quick #NotificationSquad

[@alansmilealot]

Just go take a dump to watch it

[@doughnuts5364]

Flat 😂😂😂😂

[@93455Driver]

Those cup holders are risky! PDK, Boxster or Cayman GTS.....like manuals, but the PDK is awesome.

[@KreKeriS911]

Just a question if my car have bent pipes am I allowed to watch the Straight Pipes?

[@erikhertzer8434]

No...according to the small print under the description

[@realtalk7571]

Cannot

[@MrVara411]

Thumbs up for the US conversions! ... Actually, thumbs up because TheStraightPipes...

[@AryaJoooon]

Hey guys, love your reviews! I just wanted to give a suggestion. I think it would be really nice if you show more clips of the interior of the cars you review in the future. Keep up the good work! Also, loved the intro!

[@JohnSmith-nz4bn]

Watching other channels about cars The Straight Pipes have reviewed...stops due to boredom and re-watch The Straight Pipes episodr with the car in question.

[@Malcom2345]

I didnt think l would ever love a car more then my 981 C Gts. It took me a while to get it, l was so use to a different sound track and feel of my 981, but Jesus! What a car. I recently had it tuned. Stage 2 gets these pulling harder and faster then a gt3 over the quarter mile! Thats serious performance for the $$. This thing pulls out of corners like my 981 could only dream about 😂. Its crazy how easy it is to drive well and drive fast. Awesome 🎉

[@RedRUSSI4N]

I'm pretty sure that you still can have steering wheel controls with GT wheel. You just got configuration without them.

[@M00K335i]

I know this is an old video so they probably wont see this comment but god I love your videos guys!!!

[@teej05]

Y'all are goofy as hell lmao love it. Video style has great character!

[@jeffreysalzman1497]

I'm with you. I'd rather have an old Cayman not just becuase it's cheaper, but becuase it has a flat 6 which sounds way better.

[@sidneybear]

Sorry boys but I'm an old fart, just LOVE my Porsche Cayman 2008 with a flat 6, nothing compares to the sound and handling. I bought it new off the showroom floor after the first test drive and ALWAYS,ALWAYS get compliments every time I take it out. Anyone can buy a Corvette but not everyone can own a Porsche !!!

[@dennismccool8760]

👍 Love the Cayman. But I’ll keep the 911.

[@mikemush9741]

I absolutely love your videos guys! The most fun car reviews bar none. Also I really want this car. As much as I love the convertible, day in and day out I'd go Cayman with the manual.

[@christopherreicks2799]

Thanks for the conversion prices excellent video as usual

[@johns5493]

I love my 2007 Cayman S gen 1 and within that price range, nothing touches it for driving pleasure, its simple awesome 😀

[@laurenzdeganos9875]

I really enjoyed this video! It was relaxed and you guys went over the details thoroughly. #TeamBoxter

[@yd5016]

you guys are awesome!!! best car reviews ever, especially love your speedy back and forth sportscars lovers "nonsense", that is such a big part of us, sportscars fanatics, that only we can understand! :)

[@IvanBosnjak89]

Fantastic video as always boys. I myself had the massive pleasure of driving a Cayman S; I've never had more fun in my life. Just seeing this video is making me jealous and want to drive it again!

[@1972juankarlos]

Cannot believe you're not doing the 500k already, you guys are the best. Love both 917

[@Earlywinters09]

I love this comparison. Thanks

[@seinsmeld13]

That green is nice so nice the wife would never drive it which is perfect.

[@MaxSpeedMike]

Been waiting for this! The 718 looks nice. Always a head turner. Whether you get the pdk or the 6 speed manual, you can't go wrong!

[@xosrovhuseynli2890]

The best and most clarifying review

[@JStuartofficial]

I have a 2018 Porsche Boxster GTS. Its the perfect Porsche. Except one thing, apple car play needs to be a standard feature along with blind spot monitoring. Other than that, perfect.

[@dominikplucinski4755]

''...slightly different, equally cool...this one's cooler...'' it's just little things like that, making this channel great...

[@Dejan_23Unlimited]

Great review, one advice and I know it's not your car At 7:11 on the video, there is only 72 km left for the fuel ! For good long run performance it's not good for the car To be driven for low fuel into the car, its proven. Just my 2 cents, I have my BMW for 9 years, following My 4 Rules at now 400.000 km without any problems. Love watching your reviews at all the time 👍🏼

[@urebhasan3061]

Yuir: "Because this girl can scream" LOL

[@Timtimzi]

I can’t tell how many times I’ve watched this video... looking forward to buying a used boxster 981 model year

[@colinmaynard2879]

And I was worried the GPF would be detrimental to the loudness of the exhaust! Heated multifunction steering wheel can be optioned if you're feeling a shortage of switches.

[@sleepeatdrive7619]

I have a Porsche Boxster with the naturally aspirated flat six and PDK. I love my car and your review of both summed up these two perfectly! Driving the car everyday it makes me smile and never has let me down. If you buy an 06 to 08 you might have the IMS bearing issue so buy an 09 and higher for piece of mind. I’ve driven my car on the track at the Sebring International Raceway and it’s limits were higher than mine. If you don’t mind not having the fastest car for your money, you will fall in love with the Cayman/Boxster. I live in Florida so I bought the convertible with no regrets!!

[@acchaladka]

I’m glad you guys like psi on the dash, and I’m glad you give torque numbers. How about using power:weight ratios to compare all the cars, and then telling us what you like out of the top ten? Power is all butt dyno in the end. Also, that dirt spot is the only place where rust happens on Porschae, it seems.

[@thatcopenguy]

I'm surprized nobody is talking about how the engine sounds compared to the flat 6.

[@oliverradcliffe7974]

Literally every review of this car has that discussion.

[@Gloky54]

You guys followed through on the request! legends, love your show!

[@guydudley9705]

Cayman with a 6 cylinder every time 👊🏼

[@CarltonGauss]

Not only does it have two trunks, but the frunk is actually bigger than the 911's frunk. 911 has rear seats for storage though.

[@jsnadrian]

"oh no i have to lift" yuri over here 10:32

[@aviator-kn8zq]

Porsche's are just amazing aren't they with the interior, fit and finish, styling, the practical stuff, options galore and the heritage. As for the first world problem between a 911 or a Cayman. 911 for me all day. For the price of a Cayman you can get into a used 997 and start your 911 journey from there.

[@driftattack11]

Thank you guys for adding the US conversions! I am always curious to know the prices of the cars you review and I really appreciate you both for appealing to both Canada and the US. Keep posting great videos as usual!

[@neiljoseph904]

Perfect car review, guys - insightful and entertaining, and it's made me just subscribe to your channel. Well done from the UK!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Awesome thanks

[@BB-dx7wb]

The 6 sounds way better

[@gsthree9534]

Yeah but the constant farting is such a huge improvement. Huh?

[@andrewkremer4285]

Sometimes I get tired of Jakub being know-it-all, or how he dismisses Yuri’s opinions and specialties as the “small stuff”... but then I see a video like this, where Jakub reviews something saying a ridiculous comment, complete deadpan face, looking all gigantic next to a tiny car, and all is forgiven 😁 MR Spyder absolutely an affordable, super fun midship car. My bro drove one for a while and it is a blast, known a few others to have them and daily drive them, even in the winters in Wisconsin. If you find a good one, go for it!

[@dittos7558]

Wow i don't know that cayman is cheaper than boxster. In my country (indonesia) cayman PDK (new) is about $144.000 and boxster PDK (new) is about $119.000. That's why im about to buy the boxster instead of cayman