Still the ultimate attainable driver’s car? (Porsche 718 Cayman 2024 Review)

[@BaconSandwich72]

Interior is a plus in my book. No giant dollar store iPad bolted to the dash, and real buttons and dials. Just enough tech that it doesn’t take away from the experience.

[@inflatable2]

100% agree.. It still is the same as the 991 911 interior which was/is peak Porsche interior imho.. The new more digital ones are a step back in ergonomics and sportscar feel..

[@theanthonyv]

Couldn’t agree more. Getting in one of these interiors is incredibly refreshing after becoming used to the typical superfluous digitization of other current cars.

[@bradnelson4778]

I have a 718 2.0 base 2017 and it is all I need. Amazing performance, understated, and not a show off. Whatever makes you happy as it is your life - just don’t expect people to agree with you.

[@Miroslav-v9m]

I cannot agree with you more. Owner of Cayman T here:)

[@johngilbert7933]

The “dated” interior just works - very well. Real buttons and knobs you can operate by feel without having to scroll through touchscreen menus. 😊

[@Somchai007]

Exactly. I have a 718 manual cayman s and love the interior's simplicity. I don't want or need anything more.

[@Miroslav-v9m]

And it much safer to Drive in Cayman than in other “modern” cars which are full of iPads in interior.

[@floating6329]

I got my 718 Cayman S a few months ago, I have to say that the sound of the engine starting is amazing.. I always look forward when I wake up everyday. I didnt bother with getting the GPS since we all use apple carplay now (atleast at where Im from). It does get abit uncomfortable when you go on long drives but the active cruise control will save you. Thanks for the video man I enjoyed it!❤

[@DontTellMeMore]

Great choice of car, one that can both sing and dance. The sound keeps me on ICE along with the analog tach, the baton to conduct the music right. Last year I did 1,147 miles in one day on I-40 in my Cayman S, Sport PASM, 18-way seats and LED headlights. Tire pressure set to comfort, 30 psi. Cruise set at 89 mph for most of the drive. Car feels more comfortable at higher speeds. A 2,500 mile drive in 3 days, nothing but smiles. Planning on a 5,000 mile 2 week drive in my 2.0 Boxster. Both fun cars, Cayman is the better looker by far. Enjoy your car.

[@smiffyLevel6]

2018 718 Cayman GTS 2.5L owner and I wouldn’t change a thing, it’s a superb all rounder with awesome build quality. 🇳🇿

[@peterj5751]

I seriously looked at one of these and even put an order in but then a perfect condition 981 series Boxter S came up and I purchased it instead. That flat 6 engine is soooo addictive I couldn’t resist.

[@123antimiro]

Mayby sounds better but it is ooooold

[@peterj5751]

@@123antimiro the 981 is very similar to the 718 but I agree they are all getting older. In my case though, the one I purchased had only done 4300 kilometres and really was like new.

[@a64738]

Now it is to late anyway... Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;(

[@peterj5751]

@@a64738 yep. This may be another long regretted decision from within the Volkswagen / Audi group to go all in on electrification before the technology or the customers are ready. I don’t see them selling many of the new electric ones, especially if the price rices by 30%+ like the new electric Macan.

[@grahambooth8799]

​@@a64738 all models other than T are still available to order in the UK

[@final_mile_music9713]

I just got back from a blast round the white mountains with friends in my 718 cayman manual. We had 2 911’s, a 914 and me with spectacular fall foliage. All manuals. Perfect.

[@chrisnelson1712]

2020 Cayman T driver here, and it is a perfect sports car with plenty of power. I drive it daily with no issues. It’ll keep you limber too as you roll out of it - it’s low so not the best if you have mobility issues.

[@harunibrahimli2300]

What is the difference between s and t?

[@123antimiro]

@@harunibrahimli2300it is engine mainly. T is 2,0 and S is 2,5 and both are 4 cylinders. T is for purist, slip differntial and weight saving package.

[@ColinProcter-v5d]

Having just bought my entry level 718, i agree with all your comments, its probably the best handling sports car I’ve owned and ill be keeping this for a long time, also keeping up the optional warranty just incase. Thanks for your review, thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@JohnThomas-tc5rf]

I have a 718 cayman T, best car I've ever owned, superb handling and plenty of power

[@123antimiro]

Cayman T owner here too. I agree with you the best sports car money can buy.

[@MikeS-hs7lu]

Took delivery of my Cayman Style Edition at the end of July. Yes, the tyre noise at motorway speeds is noticeable but in all other respects I've been very impressed. The ride quality is excellent for a sports car with 20in wheels; the driving dynamics are a joy; the quality of the interior (with real buttons!) is at least as good as most of the Mercedes that I've had; and the pace is more than enough for public roads. Oh, and it looks drop-dead gorgeous.

[@nomdeplume2724]

Ditto. Same model here 🤓 I run on 19” “Boxster S” design wheels with winter tyres over the winter here in the uk. Much prefer the ride. Might consider leaving them on and changing tyres next Spring 🤔 But it’s a great car and plenty fast enough. Previously had a 2.5 gts which was very quick. Sold through illness, but now loving my new 2.0, For me, less is more…. It’s a keeper 😊

[@grahambooth8799]

Tyre noise, change for better tyres.

[@grahambooth8799]

​​@@nomdeplume2724we have two 718 neither has adaptive suspension, one has 20 inch and the other 19 inch and there is no difference in compliance and comfort but the 20 inch has faster turn in probably due to much better tyres, Goodyear Eagle F1 asymmetric vs Yokohama

[@davemillen007]

I own a Cayman GTS 4.0 Best car I ever bought ! very soon to be not available so I will hang on to this forever its superb in every aspect

[@a64738]

Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on.

[@donjohn2239]

@@a64738😢 will i be able to buy a second hand cayman in two years. Saving for it. Hope it will atleast depreciate 10k in two years atleast.

[@morganvon5664]

I just traded in my 2012 911 for the same car. It's more nimble than the 911. And this motor is just amazing. I actually feel like it is a bargain. It is equal to the 911 in every way.

[@davemillen007]

@@a64738 what country are you in ?

[@davemillen007]

@@morganvon5664 agreed ! It's so drivable

[@final_mile_music9713]

The interior isn’t ’dated’. Its peak. Perfect. Everything that has followed is shit.

[@Schaufelor]

Exactly. Just classy and quality. Look at a current Mercedes interior and my head explodes..

[@Miroslav-v9m]

@@Schaufeloror BMWs it is awfull and dangerous to Drive cars without physical buttons!

[@stedy142]

I recently considered one of these and an M2, but instead opted for the MKV Supra. The Supra is softer out of the box and has an equally dated tech stack but with the $60k I saved I've upgraded sway bars, steering wheel and a few other things that have made it a perfect sports car for me. Comfortable enough as a GT, yet, sharp enough in sports mode to have an absolute blast. Last but not least, that B58 engine is sooo addictive 🤤

[@WalterMitty-n7b]

Nice review. I have a 6MT 2L Cayman with 19s and PASM - ride quality is excellent, and I suspect you’re right about 19s being preferable to 20s in this regard. I believe the 20s also result in more road noise, but don’t know for sure, and I think this will be a bit of an issue regardless of wheel size. Engine noise-wise, these things have an electronic ‘Soundaktor’ which doesn’t really help but just makes things more droney. A lot of owners pull the fuse and never put it back. I’m quite happy with the sound - not the howling flat 6 of the 981, but then nor is the 4 litre 982 either, really. And no, it’s not cheap - but then the roughly equivalent 968 was also around $140k - 30 years ago! So by that standard it’s a bargain….

[@johnbambo9036]

I'd question the statement that the Cayman is more for the enthusiast than the Boxster on anything other than the racetrack and even then it's fractions. I've got a 24 Boxster GTS Manual. She goes ok! Get one before they're gone. They are that good.

[@G-ym9vs]

I own a 2018 718 GTS Boxster. Love it to death and I wouldn't change anything

[@thecraiglett1]

718 GT4 here. I'll never sell it because if I did, what could I ever replace it with ?

[@Schaufelor]

With a rolling microwave

[@grahambooth8799]

We have both a 718BS and a 718B and they are both terrific cars with perfect cabins and top road feel

[@joidarsponas7499]

I have a -24 Cayman Style Edition, and I love the car :)

[@oliverthorne1653]

For me, top down Boxster. The 16 981s was my previous and it was great. I've owned a 19 GTS 2.5 Boxster for some years now. I don't think I'll ever get rid of it. It just suits me all the way around, even with the different sound, not the flat six. 🤗

[@VK6AB-]

The 981/982/991 interiors are the most liked amongst Porsche owners, combination of quality materials and right blend of analogue and digital. Also will save buyers sometime (1) 981 3.4L NA GTS with PTV (2) 982 GTS 4L (3) 981 S with SC, PTV, PSE, PASM, 20 in wheels with leather interior.

[@grahambooth8799]

The 981 steering wheel is badly dated but if you swap it out for a 718 wheel the cabin is just as modern feeling

[@VK6AB-]

@@grahambooth8799 Not really, I have a 991.2 GT3 RS which has the wheel from the 918, they are very similar. Thin, covered in Alcantara and no buttons.

[@NunyaBusinss-pl2mp]

Perfect car in every way,no need to change.

[@final_mile_music9713]

Safety? Dated? I tell you what, other than tractions control and ABS, you don’t need ANY of that modern tech when you have all the passive safety this vehicle has. You can FEEL what’s going on. And that means you are driving. You are actively involved. And that’s a safety feature that trumps all the tech.

[@armaanchowdhury1690]

Car itself is tech...

[@final_mile_music9713]

@@armaanchowdhury1690 🤦‍♂️ I think you know what I mean. Or maybe you don’t. I’m talking about all the extra driver aids cars have these days, mostly because the cars themselves have isolated the driver from the physics and feel of driving itself.

[@fanaticvandal472]

Watching from Cape Town, i'm about to order the 718 GTS 4.0, you vid helped me to conclude that i'm on the right track, thanks mate!

[@joevecchio4687]

Ordered my first sports car 2025 boxster S Manual I’m getting mine while they’re still here

[@a64738]

How are you able to order that? Porsche stores in USA and Europe closed all sales this summer because they are going electric... Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on.

[@joevecchio4687]

@@a64738ordered August 12

[@KickingTires]

These cars are incredible to drive. I was super impressed!

[@CarsWatches]

The interior is soo damn interesting. Perfect blend of tech,shine and knobs

[@dp2901]

Spring for the GTS 4L but if it’s too expensive then go for a 981S. I’m speaking from experience. The 4 cylinder is still a great motor but that exhaust noise just isn’t for some.

[@joeharris2892]

squeaking at the rear adjust the adjustment on rear lid

[@MrRaitzi]

Best days are behind. Get 6 cyl Cayman s while you can find one.

[@982SharkBlue]

2024 718 CS. Flat 4, 2.5T is the best platform for the Cayman. Lighter, quicker, and nothing better than a turbo. Need more? You're 1 tune away from Supercar territory. Bye bye flat sixers.

[@123antimiro]

Cayman with 2,5 4 cylinďer is faster and more flexible at any speed than GT4 not many people knows that. It is torque beast.

[@982SharkBlue]

@123antimiro ppl are hung up on the 4.0 GTS because of the sound. It's laughable. I can't hear their sound because they're behind me. I built my Turbo S to have everything the 4.0 GTS has, and it's a better Cayman than the flat 6. IF the flat 6 had low end torque, I would've considered it, but the Turbo is so much more tunable.

[@Miroslav-v9m]

⁠@@982SharkBlueI am with you, you are right .

[@jeffbeaver4419]

I recently ordered a 2025 718 Boxster S(gasoline version). There is no way I want an EV sports car. I want the noise! 😁

[@JohnVanDuyne]

Since I'm watching your show on KZbin and from the USA, it would cause me to subscribe to your channel if you provided the corresponding figures for mpg and American dollars. Liked your review and agree that the base 19 inch wheels are a better choice. I would also get the taller base suspension; it is a Porsche after all and will still handle great. 👍🙋

[@telemaster]

It’s nice and all, but 150k plus for a 4 cylinder Porsche you’d almost struggle to be proud of makes me kinda sad :( Nicely presented review, Tom

[@a64738]

Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on. ++

[@bradnelson4778]

If you park your ego, you will find this is an amazing car, especially when pushed

[@telemaster]

@@bradnelson4778 I have no doubt it's fantastic - it's just too pricey in 4 banger configuration. Makes something like the Zupra look like incredible value

[@Miroslav-v9m]

@@telemasterSupra is Toyota. Cayman is Porsche. Toyota is A to B brand and Porsche is sport brand and Cayman exactly fill that way. Supra Behind the wheel is nothing special.

[@frednyberg7408]

The price per cylinder notion doesn't make any sense. It is about performance. Four cylinders are lighter than 6. Go buy a 2009 Aston Martin V-12, lots of cylinders per dollar if you like that meaningless concept.

[@pauljames970]

It's a nice car, but I'll stick with my 981 S 3.4 lt. The sound alone is just fantastic !!

[@a64738]

Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;(

[@grahambooth8799]

718 base car has 18 inch wheels in all markets 718S has 19 inch wheels as standard in all markets the Style and the defunct T have 20 inch wheels as standard

[@RichardPettit-r6p]

How does it cope with conventional street speed humps?

[@odinikita4821]

What do you think? Do you expect to fly over them? It ain't a tank mate

[@joeharris3810]

Not to bad but all speed bumps aren’t the same size so yeah

[@TheSushiandme]

... why electric? 😢😢😢

[@lisaplace-pv5ij]

Nicely presented, Tom

[@bubbleandcharlie]

Issues with GPF and will cost 15KAUD to replace.

[@JBOsurf]

981 GT4. Get one sub $200k while you can...

[@a64738]

Yes... Does anyone know how long until they stop making that also? Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

Wow. It’s got a cd player. Made for old people

[@dylan4972]

Was a toss up between this the M2 and a M240i. Ended up going with the M240i.

[@zaamuro8408]

All anyone needs

[@bradnelson4778]

I have the beemer and cayman, no comparison as the mid engine wins every time.

[@odinikita4821]

Eevee Boxster or Cayman is just not going to sell an electric Cayman or Boxster will have no soul no passion and no interest from the public

[@peterj5751]

We’ll see I suppose. It’s going to have to be very, very good to sell them though. It’s not just the lack of engine noise but light weight is also a key to these and batteries are heavy. You’d have to think that Porsche must be worried about their decision given how EV’s of all types are disappointing with sales at the moment.

[@smiffyLevel6]

I can’t see many people being interested in a EV Cayman or Boxster, just look at the Taycan depreciation this alone will put people off of purchasing with their hard earned money?

[@VK6AB-]

Agreed, its dead on arrival.

[@a64738]

Yes, here EV`s is useless because we have cold winters and long distances and electricity is expensive 20 times higher price in winter. Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on.

[@peterj5751]

@@a64738 I remember reading somewhere that the new Boxter is technically capable of taking a conventional ICE but they don’t plan on making one in the short term. I have no idea if that is accurate or not. It will depend on the structure used I suppose. If it is, I suspect that much like the 718 series which was 4 cylinder only, Porsche may change its mind if sales are low enough. I certainly hope for Porsche that they haven’t put all their eggs in the EV basket.

[@PelicanIslandLabs]

I'm considering ordering a 2025 Cayman. Test drove a 2024 an liked the car. I'm still on the fence mainly because of the scary maintenance/problems associated with Porsche. My backup plan is a late year S2000 which I can get for less than half (~$40K vs $100K USD) the cost of a Cayman. The S2000 likely has zero depreciation while the Cayman/Boxster will have a 20% immediate depreciation.

[@a64738]

To late... Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on.

[@guser7137]

I have owned a couple of 911 and have a 981 Boxster S. The maintenance is basically no worse than any other car. None of my cars have had any problems. The S2000 is now a pretty old car and that will cost you money to keep it running it's best - don't expect parts for it to be always available - it was a low volume seller.

[@nanashiboyz]

I literally bought this car BECAUSE of the 'dated" interior (actual dials and physical buttons instead of some sht chinese touch screen)...and of course the (mid) engine (4.0 liter) and the manual gear box. One of the last proper sports cars that will be made before the electric shtstorm...

[@Miroslav-v9m]

Just to add Cayman is proper sports car and it was not considered to be grand turismo. 911 is grand turismo these days.

[@Mazalgn9]

In forza this car is so nice to drive. Wish I could drive a real one!

[@chileshemubanga3594]

One element I don't like bout the Cayman is the interior!.,it's just outright outdated!.

[@chasingcars]

It’s definitely a bit on the older side but some will see charm in that

[@peterj5751]

Classic, well thought out and very functional. Give me this over a Tesla Model 3 interior with the it’s touch screen only operation any day, especially in a sports car.

[@dmalcantara]

@@peterj5751same. I sold my M3 perfomance for one. Loving the simplicity

[@arboghast8505]

Yeah that's right, review some real cars instead of Chinese shitbox EVs with ripoff faces, have some self-respect

[@muffinman4353]

Four cylinder.....No thanks.

[@a64738]

Be careful for what you wish for ... Now you can not get the 4 cylinder anymore. Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on.

[@muffinman4353]

@@a64738 So now you go for the 911...

[@GTZZTG]

718 spyder owner here. One of the best cars ever made.

[@SB-hk2lk]

Cheap plastic interior with that price tag. I’ll probably go for a m4 competition.

[@Miroslav-v9m]

Where have you seen cheap plastics in Porsche Cayman? Go to showroom and do not judge from keyboard. As owner of Cayman I have not found any cheap plastics there. On the other hand BMW has cheap plastics in all models. Comparable with Dacia:)

[@philipethier9136]

@@Miroslav-v9m The front trunk release located in the sill in my 2011 Cayman might be called cheap plastic. It broke. I can now either use the fob or reach into the space with a pencil and push the white button.

[@allnighterist]

Overrated overpriced

[@eugenechong2473]

Lol😂 have you driven or own one? Get a Toyota 86 for value of money 😂

[@a64738]

Yes you can get very fun and good cars for half the price, and now 1/5 the price... Porsche stopped making and selling the 718 Boxter / Cayman this summer, now you can only buy the Spyder / GT4 model that is 2,5 times more expensive ;( Porsche say they will only make electric Cayman / Boxter from now on. But a lot of people say the Cayman / Boxter is worth double the money. And some prefer the much cheaper Zubaru BRZ and Toyota 86 and similar cars, and some "upgrade" from Porsche to BRZ and 86 and similar, it comes down to what you like, test drive all of them if you can :) I did test a older Miata with 150hp, it was surprisingly fast for such a little engine, but it was to much of a sportscar Go-cart for me so I am going for a older Porsche that is more of a sports cruiser and less tiresome to drive.

[@eugenechong2473]

I track both my brz and gts4.0. One for casual tracking and the gts is for more serious tracking events with faster sports car. I’ve changed the suspension, brakes, wheels etc to make it better on track whereas the gts is straight out of box on track.. both drives differently but the gts4.0 is seriously more refined n drives like a Porsche.