Porsche Cayman (987) BUYER'S GUIDE

[@Terminus1962]

Mark. Your videos of your Cayman are spot on. As you said on another video concerning the base model, one word encapsulates the 987 Porsche Cayman; "sublime". I owned one very similar to yours for 3 years. Selling it was the sorriest day of my automotive life. I have had many great sports cars in my 60 years. Many of them far more powerful and expensive. Not one of them compares to the Cayman base model. They are made to be driven and if anything, over engineered. There are no negatives. Issues are minor, and looking after one is actually a joy. When I parked it, I always looked back at it as I was walking away. I always had a smile driving it, and it never let me down. I would never dream of owning a newer model and the 987s are the last of the great accessible Porsches. My advice to all who view this channel is to find a good one that was loved and driven. Pour over the service records, and if you need peace of mind of having it professionally evaluated, then by all means do so. You find a good one, just pull the trigger and take it home. You will never, ever regret it.

[@popeye9048]

Bought myself a 2008 base cayman a couple of weeks ago. 2 owners, full history with 13k miles on the clock. Absolutely love driving it!! Thanks for the vids, Mark 👍🏻👍🏻

[@rezamotin7305]

13k!!!! Nice find 😎

[@popeye9048]

@@rezamotin7305 turned 14k yesterday 😱😂

[@rezamotin7305]

@@popeye9048 🤣🤣🤣 go on boy. Great thing is. At this price they can just be used. Probably not gonna go up in value bc it’s not a 911 but really who cares?

[@damonstevens6771]

Ive just bought a 987 tiptronic after not owning a car ( always in a work van) for about 10 years. Absolutely in love with it 😍.

[@renesanchez5333]

I plan on buying a 987 boxster 2005 in the next couple of weeks. Going to be my first car, any tips?

[@lukebatchelor-fretwell376]

Probably the best car buyers guide video I’ve watched

[@willyg6995]

Hats off to the editor/film/production crew for putting together another brilliant video! I consulted a well known specialist in the States before purchasing mine and they stated they have yet to see an IMS failure or bore scoring issue on the BASE 987 Cayman. Apparently the internal bits and pieces of the base motor differ from the “S” variant.

[@MarkCup70]

I wish I had a crew...this one took weeks of both pre and post production 🤣

[@TheJonnybee33]

Absolutely loved this video. I’m just looking to get the same car and this video sealed it. May even goto mortimers :) great to hear the real world costs and detail. Thanks so much!

[@Cupra376r]

Mark I've been following your channel for a long time now (when you first got the RS). LOVE IT BUDDY ALWAYS INFORMATIVE!

[@MarkCup70]

Thanks Joe, I appreciate that!

[@keirreeves766]

Just bought a 30k miles 2007 2.7, running on 18's, valved sports exhaust & sports filter fitted. The sound is blood curdling, the handling awesome. I tried the S, the base is just as quick if worked hard & it loves being pushed. 240 bhp is plenty on the Welsh mountain passes where I live. I've owned 3 911's, this is so much more fun.

[@MarkCup70]

Nailed it 👍 I have slight envy of your exhaust though 🤣

[@keirreeves766]

@@MarkCup70 Your videos are spot on, I lived near Horsham up until October last year so I know all the roads well. The valved exhaust was only £800 + VAT + fitting. It was done by Spyder Performance/Eporsch in Bisley, my mate Roly owns the company, I'm sure he would give you a discount if you did a video on it. Roly has measured over a 20bhp gain if fitted with the sports filter, it really does make a big difference & no droning with the valves closed even on my 5 speeder. Worth every penny.

[@whiskeyriver516]

Gen 1 Cayman's are destined to to be future classics. At 4400 rpm's in 2nd gear, the car begins to sing. It's said that 85% of Porsche owners, will never experience what the car is capable of.

[@zaink7037]

Possibly the best in depth and well researched guide for these Caymans. Hopefully next year might save up for one 😁

[@ithinkamcool]

As an owner of a 987.1 for the last 4 years I can tell you it’s worth every penny and more

[@user-B-tastic]

Very helpful and insightful! Greatly appreciate your video. Thank you for being always so generous with your time and willing to share knowledge and information. 👍🏻

[@MarkCup70]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cb_triumph]

Just discovered your channel and have to say these are some of the most informative and well balanced porsche reviews I have seen. You do great work, thanks for taking the time. You are really solidifying my decision to seek out a Cayman instead of the 911.

[@MarkCup70]

Thanks for that Rich! If you're still looking and have any questions, fire away 👍

[@Izzy111R]

Decided to sell my lotus to look for either a Cayman or Boxster. Will probably end up in a 987.2 2.9. Prefer roof off motoring but the shape of the Cayman is nicer. Decisions, Decisions!

[@PointNemo9]

Very much appreciate the research that went into the video.

[@MarkCup70]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shughes911]

I just came across your channel and really enjoy it! So refreshing and informative!! I own a 05 997 but really wish i had bought a Cayman! I love how you are really getting out and enjoying the car as it sets! Not modifying the hell out of it! Not that thier is anything wrong with that but these cars are brilliant as they sit from the Factory!. When i got my 997 I was like man i am going to do this and that And honestly I was blown away on how good it is as abase 997c2! You just confirm that!! Especially with the base Cayman!! Itls ike most folks run to the S,GTS.GT4 Etc.. when in reality most are to much for public roads to enjoy..

[@josephlim8941]

Just picked up my 2005 Cayman S w/ 49k kms. Options include Sports Plus seats, sports Cronos, PASM, NAVI and Sports steering wheel. It’s so rare to find one fully loaded and was owned by an enthusiast who kept the car clean in a garage w/ records. Flat 6 purrs like a kitten. $37k cdn was more than some with 130k kms for $30k cdn. But well worth the premium price.

[@LordLauderdale]

Very nice reviews. Like the run through the options.

[@stevenfrench108]

My base 987 track car has 155K, highly modded suspension, but original drivetrain......still going STRONG (-:

[@MadMike991]

I just bought a 987.1 2007 base manual Cayman with 36,000 miles. It complements my tuned 991.2 PDK cab (with almost 500 crank hp). I had a 987.1 base manual Boxster that I owned for almost 10 years that loved but I traded in for the 911 in 2019. I love the 911 but missed the naturally aspirated manual hydraulic steering car. So now I have one! I really believe that the 987s are one the last truly analog Porsches. I think the values of well maintained ones will go up over the next 10+ years though I’m driving mine and it isn’t meant to be an investment.

[@mikeb3018]

This video has convinced me to go for one. Great review

[@evansanchez4767]

traded my 08 cayman for an 07 cayman. love the car! (traded for lower miles + better spec)

[@Jonathan-qz9kd]

I have driven a 997s,1976 2.7, 944s2,968,928,924,boxster 986 and I own a 987 at the moment they are incredible cars for the money! Basically 80 percent of a 911 for a fraction of the price!

[@ignaciocalvo748]

Hi Mark, I bought a 2007 Cayman 2.7 and I agree 100% with all your comments. However, what do you know about the 6305 non serviceable IMS? Should I be relaxed if the maintenance has been done strictly? No issues if I track it? Now mine is 150.000 kms = 93200 miles.

[@garyboag8681]

Very informative video. I follow another owner who has a 987 Cayman and he noticed smoke on startup and excessive oil consumption which turns out he had bore scoring. No noisy tapping from the engine and the smoke / oil was the only signs of the problem. Anyway, I am looking to buy either a boxter or cayman at some point in the near future and this has been really helpful. I've never been a fan of convertible cars hence the reason I'm leaning more towards a cayman. Do you prefer your cayman to the Focus & M140i? I've followed your channel since you had the Focus RS and I like the thoroughness of your information.

[@adebrade172]

Your seriously making me want one of these, thinking of a 2.9

[@MrRoyck10]

The 2.9 is the sweet spot within the Cayman range IMO?

[@UrsRiggenbach]

I own a 2.9 since february 2022 and it‘s a dream to drive

[@anthonytan8751]

Hey Mark, very comprehensive buyers guide. May I ask if 987 cayman stiff and rigid steering while in stationary? Only when it drives, I can then feel the “rigid” steering release. Is 987 supposedly to be like that?

[@chrissimmons104]

Good video and review. I was going to buy one from Mortimer's too but ended up buying privately. It'll be serviced by Mortimer's though. Noted you use Tom at TLB too, ditto 👍

[@MarkCup70]

Right on, no bolt is too rusted or seized for Tom, he refuses to be beaten 😂

[@chrissimmons104]

@@MarkCup70 agreed! 😅

[@The_Stig2022]

Hi Mark, great video and very informative. Just looking into buying my first porsche and considering a cayman 2.9 gen 2. What are your thoughts of the 2.9 compared to the 2.7 and do you know if the 2.9 is more prone to the bore scoring & IMS bearing issues? Thanks in advance Phil

[@PointNemo9]

2.9 doesn't suffer from either of those issues

[@elliotthale1835]

Might need an updated vid on ownership costs?

[@parvinkukar1259]

Oh no!! I thought the key battery needed changing as after a few days I could not use the remote and so changed key battery which caused even more problems and now still had the same issue but you just stated the car is on sleep so just open the door handle and so I’ll try that next time. Quirks of the car I guess

[@LiamTapey]

Thank you this is what I need I’m going to go look at one in around 2 weeks just waiting for the person who is buy my car to pay the rest of the money

[@pitts3219]

Wonder if the same options are available in the USA?

[@Nova-uh9mo]

Thank you for this video Mark. I recently subscribed after finding all sorts of information about the car I plan to import from Japan. Quite certain now that it will be a 2.7 ! You’re really clear and honest about the life with this car and it’s a great service that you’re doing to us future buyers. Had friends that converted their boxster 987 to E85 (ethanol) did you had any informations about that ? Thanks Mark. Cheers. Marc.

[@MarkCup70]

A 987 on E85? I never even knew that was a thing. Sorry I can't help!

[@Nova-uh9mo]

@@MarkCup70 don’t worry ! It’s quite common on 986 in France because of the low price and enhanced performance that it brings. (+10hp in general). So it’s often done on 987 too. Cheers

[@IanReally1]

First off, I've been watching your videos for a few months now, originally while I was researching the 987 Cayman, and now as a new owner of a 2008 2.7L Cayman - partially because of your endorsement. Can you direct me to a source for the "Press Release" section from this video? I did pause the video to read all of it, but I'd love to find a way to download this for my records in the official Porsche font and such as it appears in the slides in your video. I'm loving my Cayman so far. A very fun and well engineered car! Keep up the good work!

[@MarkCup70]

Thanks Ian! DM me your email address on IG or FB, and I'll send the full PDFs.

[@IanReally1]

@@MarkCup70 I’m not on those platforms, but it’s a gmail address and the front bit is the same as my user name on here. Thanks so much!

[@ejokeregaming]

Open question to all. What's the 987 like over your standard speed bumps? Unfortunately where I live there are a few speed bumps, one being fairly nasty with a drop before the bump.

[@markadams1330]

No problem at all. Ride height has not caused me any issues.

[@ejokeregaming]

@@markadams1330 thanks for your reply Mark.

[@gbirving]

Question? I'm looking to buy a 2.7 2007 car the miles are at 124k. Has service history so anything at all you would highlight on car with said miles ? Thanks.

[@mihaiserbanescu8676]

I wonder if the S is just as reliable and trustworthy and well builth as this.

[@noggindoo]

Hi all Just thinking of may be getting one odf these but yave heard horror stories re bore score and coolant pipes ? Is there any truth in this

[@gnaegi444]

Another brilliant video ! Thanks Mark

[@MarkCup70]

Many thanks!

[@AR2Rcayman]

Very informative video. Thank you Mark

[@djanthonythomas]

Great cars, that are ment to be driven !informative content. 👍

[@MarkCup70]

Thanks! 👍

[@2many2say]

Mark, have your driven a Cayman S before? If so it would be good to hear your analysis of the S model in comparison to the non "S" model.

[@MarkCup70]

Nope. No Cayman S nor a 911, although I'm hoping to sort the latter out in the not too distant future.

[@wayneschroeder6099]

Hi Mark, thanks for your all help. I would have bought one but realised I need to wait until I can afford to run it properly. So thank you. Also the PPI . You said what happens if you buy from a specialist but what if you don’t? Who does them and what to have checked ? Thanks 😊

[@jamescollier847]

Thank you!🙂👍

[@ssssahek]

Is that a pulsar on your wrist?

[@DTJ2024]

Would you recommend Mortimer’s? And did you have it checked for bore scoring before you bought it?

[@MarkCup70]

Yes to Mortimer's, no to bore scoring check. On the 2.7, bore score really isn't a thing.

[@gbirving]

Great video thanks 👍🏻

[@chrissimmons104]

Where did you source the press release docs in the intro. Googled but couldn't find.. 👍

[@MarkCup70]

I have a few PDFs that provided that info. DM your email address and I'll fire them over.

[@davidlinsky2423]

Hi Mark. Fellow 2.7 owner. Excellent review. Would you be able to send me the same please?

[@MarkCup70]

Of course David, I just need your email address then I'll get them sent.

[@ryanoneill2352]

Thanks 4 the video Mr Cup.

[@MarkCup70]

Any time, thanks for sticking around so long!

[@borinvlogs]

Hi, Mark what screen is it and does it work with Apple or Android navs without using cable?

[@MarkCup70]

It's a Pioneer SPH-DA160DAB, Android Auto only (I think they do an Apple Carplay version) and cable connection only...I have the USB lead routed into my glovebox which is where my phone stays.

[@elliotthale1835]

Have you driven an S, maybe a comparison?

[@roblanger5546]

Hi Mark - ive been considering a Cayman, currently have an M140i (as I know you also had one previously). How do you find the Cayman in comparison to the M140i?

[@MarkCup70]

They're kind of incomparable Rob. The 140 is a very fast 1-series with a ton of power and some blue brakes, the Cayman is a sports car designed to be great to drive from the outset. If you need back seats, not much beats the 140 in my opinion. If I did, I would have another. If you don't, for what they cost to buy and run, not much beats the Cayman.

[@roblanger5546]

@@MarkCup70 Thank you Mark I do imagine the Porsche is obviously more driver focussed - will definitely consider for my next car, Im sure a test drive will convince me! Thanks for the info 👍

[@MarkCup70]

No problem at all, happy to help.

[@lukasp7406]

How tall are you? 😄 I am pretty tall and afraid that my head will constantly brush the ceiling.

[@MarkCup70]

I'm 6ft 1in or 182cms and fit in just fine even with a helmet on. The cabin is really quite spacious!

[@lukasp7406]

@@MarkCup70 Do you reckon it will still work with 6 ft 4 and over?

[@MarkCup70]

I can confirm a friend of mine who measures 6ft 5in has passengered in my car on track with a helmet, and he had headroom to spare.

[@lukasp7406]

@@MarkCup70 Thank you for the great and helpful answers! 👌

[@boiga1966]

thanks man.

[@ZoltarSoulFunk]

So buy a 5 speed car, and put in a 6 speed box with the money you save on tax

[@spacedust2270]

Clutch life

[@MarkCup70]

The clutch suffers no excess wear when it's side-stepped, the friction plates lock together immediately!

[@rebirthofthecool5619]

Buyers guide.. buy the gen 2

[@willyg6995]

Hard to tell from the video if you like the car. LoL.

[@bigeein]

Your an accountant aren’t you 😂

[@bigeein]

Joking aside, probably the best review I’ve seen on “you tub” thank you

[@MarkCup70]

How did you guess 🤣

[@vintagemotoseattle]

Gonna hurt someone on that road. way too many people and cycles.

[@MarkCup70]

I disagree. I was driving comfortably within my limit point at all times.

[@kirkbuz6645]

Bout to get me my 1st one S model 2008

[@kirkbuz6645]

😁😁