What it's like to Own a Porsche Cayman for 3 Years

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[@wahoo5]

Nice review. I have owned a ‘15 Cayman GTS for 3 years as well. Mine had 14xxx mile on it when I got it. I now have 49xxx on it. My wife and I took it on a 5,700 mile road trip the summer after I bought it. We drove from VA to Denver, out to Vail, and the down through the 14k ft. mountains through Ouray, the Million Dollar Highway, to Santa Fe, West TX, Houston, New Orleans, Atlanta, and back home. It is amazing how much stuff you can fit in the two trunks if you use soft-sided luggage. I change the oil twice as often as recommended and do recommended maintenance at a local independent. I have had no issues with it. I have done several track days at VIR, but it is not my primary track car. As you said, it does great in the snow with winter tires. I don’t drive the summer tires below 38 degrees if at all possible. Keep up the good work.

[@Mechonomist]

What a wonderful story! Sounds like an unforgettable experience. Thanks for your comment!

[@mr.terwilliger5728]

The overly frequent oil changes are an under recognized necessity not just in Porsche’s but all cars. When oil is a little dirty it’s dirty. I change my 2002 bitter every 3k on the spot. I give the used oil to my crazy neighbor who uses it for his old truck.

[@jonathanl2748]

I would imagine that when you pick up a woman for a date, she is quite impressed. Not too many young guys are rocking a Porsche.

[@retro-wreck]

Pick them up my friend. Sadly I am married. 😂

[@alangottlieb1315]

thank you. for your video. I just bought one 15 minutes ago. 2007 Cayman, 52,000 miles silver color, it looks sharp.

[@seinsmeld13]

I sold my Boxster S as I wanted to improve on the exhaust. The wife surprisingly said why don't you just get a new one. That's how I ended up with the GT4. These cars are very reliable, however, maintenance isn't cheap. Long live the manual!

[@Ice-Fall]

The comment about still enjoying this car, after three years, says it all! If you enjoy it, you will maintain it, and fix whatever needs to be fix.

[@air_]

Ice Fall Until you can’t afford to fix it anymore

[@gromit368]

Thanks for these videos. You're comments have greatly influenced my decision to purchase a 2006 Cayman S. Glad to see you got that headliner fixed.

[@Mechonomist]

Thank you! Hope you’re loving that Cayman S!!

[@ronin120]

how has your S held up. I am looking into getting an 06 to 08 cayman as well.

[@gromit368]

@@ronin120 its fantastic! I love driving it and I have had no issues at all! Get one!! :-)

[@Salvaba]

I’m currently around the same place as you were 3 years ago, and this was an awesome video! I’m teetering between a 2015 Mustang gt premium or one of these, but really it comes down to reliability. Most gts are bulletproof, and from what I can tell in the caymans some are gold, some aren’t as good. Your car looks like it’s in great condition- you truly take care of it!

[@andresdiego8354]

Just bought one today & love it! - Got a 2006 Cayman S Grey/Red interior (beautiful!) bc good price 21K. Caymans are an absolute pleasure to drive! You won’t regret it. Test one at least & see if you can resist its charm ~ - I continually watch your videos bc I feel like they’ RE great & steered me in the right direction ~

[@Joseph-zh7fm]

Loved your vid man, wish there were more videos like this

[@steady747]

Nice video. I was in the market, so I started watching your videos. You do a good job and you’re very humble. Your parents should be proud. I bought a 2012 base

[@desertbee08]

Thank you for your videos. You were a HUGE influence in me buying a 2011 Cayman. Loving every day of it. I'm also in Houston, by the way.

[@Mechonomist]

That’s so awesome! Thanks for watching!! I’m so glad you’re enjoying your 2011. Great car.

[@hsghatora]

I just bought one last week and I love it . Great video

[@phillipfrankreid]

I never want to give up my S2000 but I deeply respect this car for most of the same reasons I respect mine. In fact, if I wanted a coupe it would be the only contender. You have a perfect color combo and you're absolutely right about the base engine bring all you need for the teal world. Love the wheels too. This special a car for this kind of money of where it's at, and with no frippery. We need more case reviews like this out there.

[@BobC59]

Amazing to just run into this comment! I am selling my S2000 because I just bought a Cayman S, and so I agree with you 100%. I was looking for a Boxster to be more S2000-like (convertible), only more leg and shoulder room which I what I need, but one drive in a Cayman S and I was hooked. (I was hooked on the Boxster too but ran across a Cayman that checked all the boxes... and more)

[@Ryan-Louis]

Great video, and you're insight have given me more confidence in the Cayman. Will hopefully have one next year!

[@marc-oy5we]

Awesome. Please keep up the videos on the Cayman. I plan on getting a Cayman in a 3 years to give me time to save up for it as my current car will be paid off in a few months. PS- You have a great media/video/TV presence.

[@colourmefrank]

Awesome :) Buy the Porsche Cayman S if you can find a clean one ;)

[@steve2133]

Looks good and clean. Make a video of cleaning/detailing the car 😊

[@bigtimeposters5963]

Aaah to be single with no children. I would have bought a cayman if I was in your shoes too my friend. But I bought a used 2015 Macan Turbo last year and simply love it. Fast, great handling and room for kids. I can't recommend the Porsche brand highly enough. Great video!

[@doriangray2347]

You have the most honest and real cayman videos. No puffed up bro no care at all just honest. Wonderful help buddy. I will buy one new now just due to this video of a real young man owning one and being reasonable

[@maj0raw3s0m3]

Hey man I love your videos and I’ve been watching since you had the Miata. I was only like 18 or 19 back then and I was in the market for a Miata. 3 years later I love my 2006 Miata but I’m actually looking into getting a cayman now that I’m done with college and have a decent job. I really want to get a 987.2 with the PDK. Keep up the great work

[@Mechonomist]

Thanks for the loyal viewership!! The 06 Miata sounds like fun. You’ll love the Cayman if you get it! Good luck and congrats on the graduation and job!

[@7royboy]

Oohwee look for an R or a black edition if that’s your color

[@montystinson5019]

I have a very similar car, same exterior color with black interior. I downvote the black wheels! Mine didn’t have the Bose, but I did upgrade the stereo. I bought mine in 2011, it was a CPO with 28k miles. When I pulled into the garage today it has exactly 54.5k miles. I enjoyed the video and subscribed.

[@LilyerT]

2004 mustang mach 1 is my dream ford car that is super similar to the Porsche Cayman . It's a two seater and its ready to go !!! Love your vids !!

[@bikeninja956]

nice review! keep it up! I LOVE this car man. Been eyeing them for a while but ultimately I needed something that was good for all seasons and deep snow as a daily, so ended up going with a 2013 BMW X1 and OMG am I happy with it. I swear, the X1 does EVERYTHING well lol... but is at home in winter conditions, with the rear wheel biased xdrive, it's more of a snowmobile than car.... but now my plan is to pay it off and hopefully get a Cayman for summer driving :)

[@josephcraig8652]

I’m 15 and I got a 2007 Porsche Cayman with 70000 miles yes it’s a lot but I’ve had it for a week and I love it.

[@kenle3419]

Porsche enthusiasts always know that the centre-caps point toward the valve stem - need to fix that.

[@haroldparker87]

thats too much work.. lol

[@fourwheeltrader]

Nice real world review. I fully agree, if you are looking for a performance car in this price segment, the Cayman is one of the best ways to go. I also did a video where I show the results of some statistical analysis on the current and future Cayman prices. They are and will hold up quite well. Also liked the fact that you emphasized that you don't need necessarily all the options. I subscribed.

[@minnaala-mantila929]

☝️👌

[@Mechonomist]

I checked out your video, really insightful! Thanks for the sub, you've got mine now too!

[@7royboy]

@mechonomist I wish almost every time I drive my car that I had the Bose system. Mine’s got the sound package plus but without the sub, it’s a bit lacking in the low range... I wonder if the Bose system can be installed (or at least just the woofer) in the same spot in the passenger’s footwell

[@ratherrapid]

good point on the size. i saw a late model 911 on the road few days ago. So big to me it looks almost obnoxious on a small road in the city.

[@Thomasleejr1971]

I actually bought a 07 Cayman S. It really is a great car! Insurance isn’t really that much different from my 3 series BMW. Mine is a black with black interior. When I bought it, it only had 27000 miles. It seemed practically brand new. I did install an IPD plenum and GT3 throttle body. I want to also do magnaflow or Borla exhaust, but have not done the exhaust yet.

[@idrivearttabletennis]

Love my 09 base Cayman with PDK. I got it with 55K miles on it 16 months ago. They really are remarkable cars. No plans to ever replace it. Enjoyed the video. Routine service is somewhat expensive but considering the long intervals between service, it's not that bad.

[@maj0raw3s0m3]

David Roddick that’s exactly what I’m looking for right now. If you don’t mind me asking, how much did you pay?

[@BillyBJohnson]

Justin Sanchez Id estimate 18-25k

[@BillyBJohnson]

Justin Sanchez a 08 cayman that I’m considering buying has 70k miles and is 18k

[@idrivearttabletennis]

@@maj0raw3s0m3 - I paid $27K 16 months ago but it is a very clean car. Sorry I did not respond earlier.

[@idrivearttabletennis]

@@BillyBJohnson Be sure the ILS issue has been dealt with on the 08. 09 and up no ILS issue. But still do a PPI before buying one.

[@Foxie635]

Great review. I am looking for a car for myself like going shopping, going to work and just visiting people in it vs. driving my 7 seater Volvo that is huge. So, what do you think about the outgoing SLC 300 for a girl vs. this? I can't decide.

[@PorscheTech]

Loved my Cayman S. Hope to get another one soon.

[@colourmefrank]

Don't delay and do it ;)

[@barryung8172]

Thanks for your honest review Mate….

[@7royboy]

I’ve been wondering where you been mate?? Good to see you back!

[@richardshiggins704]

Very good video . I love the midnight blue on tan . My dream car . A 2.9l ?

[@maxloyd9682]

Is the boxster just as fun and does it feel the same? Isn’t it the same car but convertible? Also how many miles do you think it will last you before it starts needing expensive repairs . Do you spray the bottom of the car to make resist rust for the winter ?

[@alexanderson2228]

Great video I have a same year boxster with the same interior and exterior color and it’s cool to see what it’s like to own the caymene

[@Mechonomist]

Thank you!

[@kenleedome4526]

Hey man do you work at Ford? I was there earlier today working on the Bronco. Lmk, id love to see your Cayman sometime if you’re around.

[@postalpancho]

Thanks for the vid. I'm looking for a fun daily but I'm worried about getting a Cayman or Z4

[@cameronfell4415]

Woulod recommend swapping out the center console for something more modern or is the OEM console fine enough to work with?

[@TrackSlayers]

More than welcome to come rip my 987S around to compare and contrast to the base if you’re ever out east. Aside from the lesser power (trivial) a manual base is way more fun on street. Wicked vid lad

[@Mechonomist]

Thanks man! I’ve enjoyed a lot your your vids as well. I’ll be sure to hit you up if I’m up east!

[@cesargonzalez8081]

You should install the glass engine cover makes the car look more exotic lol

[@sterlingmoss27]

Used to live in the building connected to this garage on the Boulevard STL, we used to park up on top and hang out all the time. Crazy to randomly see a car vid there, we did a couple car scenes with my 2000 3 series coupe with red leather for our senior film project at Clayton😂 too random not to share

[@lesmurray2000]

I would counter your statement about the Bose sound system. Reason - the PCM on these older Porsches are miserably out of date. The Bose sound system is a fiber optic system where the Bose amp converts those light signals into electrical signals to the speakers. When you go to upgrade your head unit, the Bose system adds around $300-$500 to that expense. You either have to replace the Bose amp with a regular amp or you will need a conversion harness that connects your new head unit to the Bose amp. The cost is about the same either way. This does not include upgrading the speakers if you go that route. I would also add that if you can make the stretch financial-wise to an S model you should get one. These platforms take additional power very well because of how well balanced they are. I replaced my S engine with a 3.8 L Carrera engine and now I get all the power of a 911 Carrera with the balance and handling of a mid-engine Boxster. Win-win.

[@Mechonomist]

Yo a 911 engine in a Cayman is a dream. You’re living the dream!!!

[@stephenauty2402]

Your Cayman looks huge when you're stood in front of it. Did they make an XL version?

[@applepieclub5012]

Nice video!

[@luismanrique5373]

How often do you change your oil? I have a Yellow Cayman Base btw my insurance is $127 a month full coverage lol + I live in DFW! + I just had my CAT replaced for racing headers and new exhaust too from TopSpeed! hows Austin treating you, I hope you have not gotten tired of all the hipsters lmfao

[@jasonwang1772]

@Mechonomist 5year 08cayman owner totally agree everything you said, but one more thing: 09 PDK makes huge difference from 08 laggy automatic, @David Roddick how luck are you having 09 pdk cayman

[@keefthepro1]

Amazing car, what color it is? It looks like midnight blue instead of black!

[@Mechonomist]

Midnight blue is correct! Good eye!

[@tylerwheeler4821]

Would you recommend a newer still flat 6 Cayman?

[@gmonsen]

I drive a 1993 Rx7 and have always thought the other car I would love is a Cayman. They are a 4 inches longer and 4 inches taller and weigh 200 pounds or so more, but they are the closest thing made these days to the Rx7 FD's.

[@HMAnetwork]

Nice, man. What do you do for Ford?

[@sidneybear]

As a proud owner of a Porsche Cayman 2008 ( bought it new) , I agree with your comments totally. It's been a pleasure to drive and feel what real stability and power means. I literally have ALWAYS had comments about how nice my car looks every time I take it out...always. As I have always said, anyone can own a corvette but not everyone can own a Porsche !! ENJOY !!!!

[@roddydykes7053]

sidneybear yikes, what a car to buy new, does it bother you that you’ve lost about $60,000 or 3/4 of its value since then?

[@johns5493]

Agree with everything you say. I've had my Cayman S 987.1 for 2yrs now and every time I walk towards it, it is like my 1st day again! I love it and hope to keep it for a long, long time 😊

[@loveitorscrapit6673]

Great car I would love one. Thumbs up.

[@xmodMAN76]

I have a 718, but I had a 981 before, and a 987 before that too. They’re all great cars honestly

[@Mechonomist]

That’s awesome. The fact that you’ve stuck with the same model through 3 generations says a lot about how good they must be! Thanks for tuning in.

[@xmodMAN76]

Mechonomist I got the 987 after watching your first videos on yours

[@paulschmidt5847]

Daniel Blake - Why would you trade a 981 for a 718 ? - unless you just lease.

[@xmodMAN76]

Paul Schmidt My friend got one, he drove me in it and I loved the torque. It feels so much faster.

[@xmodMAN76]

Paul Schmidt sounds pretty good too, contrary to what most internet experts think

[@seinsmeld13]

My 09 Boxster S was extremely reliable. I recently traded it in when I bought a 2016 Cayman GT4. My GT4 is used from spring until fall/autumn. I can't wait for spring to arrive.

[@BillyBJohnson]

david dykeman the cayman gt4 is a beautiful car. Hopefully you enjoy it during spring

[@seinsmeld13]

@@BillyBJohnson I had her out today for a short ride but brought her back home as it started to snow.

[@charlese.duncanjr.2341]

I have a choice of buying a 2010 Cayman or 2003 Boxster. I thought I wanted a convertible but I enjoy the styling of the Carmen more. What’s your opinion and what was the top up driving experience of the Boxster?

[@seinsmeld13]

@@charlese.duncanjr.2341 I enjoyed my Boxster S and my Cayman GT4. I missed having a convertible so I sold the GT4 and now have a 718 Spyder. The Boxster you're looking at. Is it an S? If so I'd go for the Boxster.

[@charlese.duncanjr.2341]

@@seinsmeld13 No the car i’m looking at is not an S it’s the 2.7L. Was the top up experience noisy on the Boxster?

[@maxxweber4336]

The Cayman S is a geometric progression from the base model.

[@alabamahouseflippers4480]

Great Vid .

[@esotarek6174]

Worth buying an 06 Cayman S that’s been borescoped and has 6 months warranty at 136k miles for

[@AStanton1966]

Does your Porsche have room for a spare tire or have one? I agree with you on the Bose Sound System. I had it in 2 different Silverados that I have owned. They sound nice.

[@Mechonomist]

No room for a full sized spare unfortunately. Bose is awesome!

[@dallastoodessa166]

Beautiful eclipse

[@aussie8114]

Do you still have it 5 years later?

[@karltrinkwasser3076]

Thanks for your content. I appreciate your work and opinion. But i cannot agree on the WRX STI is not a beauty. Love it but still considering the Cayman as my next car. Greetings from germany

[@BadMannerKorea]

I really want a Porsche, but I own a 2024 GR Corolla and we get snow here, so unless I buy a 911 with AWD, it doesn't make sense.

[@logicalmisery3737]

Why this over an S2000?

[@MichaelMartinez-ee9jv]

Good review. ; )

[@hwyfools]

Small and light always good in a Sports Car. No need to compare to American Muscle.

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

Oh it's not a crocodile it's an old Cayman? Is this why they used the fake puppet finger Cayman yesterday? 😭

[@Xterium]

Should I trade my 2016 X5 for the new Cayman?

[@argg.x]

how many miles have you done with it?

[@yoffy2]

Should I get Manual or Automatic?! Not planning on tracking the car.

[@ddarthos6390]

I'm french. Sorry for my english. Question : Can you try to fit a byke inside, not utside the Roof, inside the cayman. I see a picture so I think it's possible. But I'm not sure. Can you try please ? Thanks. Because I want to buy a Cayman only if l can fit the byke. Bye !

[@Mechonomist]

Have not tried! This is a great video idea though!

[@Floatacious]

I never really looked at your sub count, I thought this was a 100k sub channel lol, great work, keep it up!

[@Mechonomist]

Hey thanks I’m glad you think it has that potential! Share around and maybe we’ll get there someday :)

[@flightguy32]

Good review, I’m in the market for one

[@elenarobert]

Dont forget the sound my dear friend!!!!!!

[@colourmefrank]

The flat six is the best :D

[@dachanist]

So your saying, I could buy an old but still functional camper van or for the same money... Cayman 987 with a rooftop tent...

[@thijsiezandvliet]

e46 M3 is probably the only car that can rival the cayman in that price range, both superb cars!

[@Mechonomist]

Man I’d love to have a go at one of those.

[@petrusstrydom2073]

I really want a cayman right now

[@colourmefrank]

When you do, definitely get yourself the Porsche Cayman S :)

[@Ti-sq8jm]

In your embarrassing things I didn’t know video, what time piece is on your wrist please?

[@th3coupl3]

Hopefully its reliable for rarely driving it.

[@TOPDOTA1337]

hey man, what the boots? looks dope

[@Mechonomist]

Thanks! They’re just these random boots I found at Macy’s. I literally wear them every day I’m not wearing shorts though. They’re amazing.

[@alex112151]

@@Mechonomist y

[@marshallzaid521]

3:15 , what about the Ford EXP?

[@TheWalterHWhite]

This dude is a total chad. Think he likes Patagonia?

[@xToNy843]

Damn ive been subscribed since when you own the miata yuh

[@Mechonomist]

Thank you!! You rock!

[@JBsC6]

Ford mustang gt500 is an awesome new performance machine..,,that said your cayman is a cool ride as well. Thanks for the ownership update. I enjoy your videos ..

[@BillyBJohnson]

I’m 16 and just got my license. Would you recommend this for my first car. If not I would likely get a 2016 Audi A4

[@Gobbersmack]

Neither of those are good choices you brat. Get a civic.

[@Mechonomist]

I don’t think I would recommend a Cayman as a first car. An A4 would be a better choice as a first car in my opinion - even better if it’s a manual. I think the perfect first car for most kids who like sports cars is a Miata or a small reliable hatchback with a manual.

[@poucent6994]

@@Gobbersmack what wrong with you? Are you jealous or something?

[@swaqvalley]

Congrats on 3 years of ownership! We just passed 1 year on our 981 Cayman S and are still very in love with it.

[@ericmeurs9021]

A Porsche Cayman is my dream car, my goal is to own one at some point in my life. I drive a Subaru Tribeca which is a piece of crap but I'm going to keep on it until it gives so I can save as much money as possible to put towards a Cayman.

[@ornatehammer661]

I had a debate in my head if to chose the Cayman or the toyota GT 86 / FRS/ BRZ but i may chose the GT 86 becouse of better reliability, cheaper insurance, back seats wich can fold down so you can carry a set of tyres.. In two days i'll go for my first drive with the gt86, holefully i'll have just as much fun as I had with the Porsche, in all other aspects the GT 86 beats the Porsche, but i have to admit the fun factor will be hard to beat!

[@Mechonomist]

GT86 is a great car. Can’t blame anyone for picking it over a Cayman. I think it just comes down to personal preference and what’s available in your market.

[@Angry-Lynx]

Gt so much better and cheaper than any porsche... But you gotta get turbo or supercharged version With about 300hp. Unbeatable value

[@hasanz5259]

How many miles in it for 21k? Was it 1 owner?

[@Willster7471]

What do u do for work at ford?

[@mencobagear5874]

Im thinking to buy a 2011 cayman, but here in indonesia it's about 54k USD.

[@soulforge297]

I agree with everything you said. Especially about American sports cars being to large. Large sports car are just not as fun as a small fast car you can throw into a corner. Carroll Shelby had it right with the cobra V8 in a small light car. I want to buy an American sports car but they refuse to make a sports car that's smaller than a Cadillac so I'm looking at a Porsche.

[@146qualitytony4]

How much is the insurance?

[@-Sev]

I forget if you've mentioned in the past. But roughly how many miles do you put on it per year. Just trying to get an idea on the cost if it was daily driven.

[@Mechonomist]

~5k miles per year. Would be more but I have a company car for work.

[@jorgebaquerizo4806]

Mechonomist I got my 09 cayman as my first car and within 6 months I’ve already put 7k miles, love every bit of it though :)

[@-Sev]

@@Mechonomist Nice. That's a pretty decent amount of seat time for weekend driver.

[@-Sev]

@@jorgebaquerizo4806 That's going to be a hard car to top. I'll admit I'm a little jelly at the moment. Within the year I'll probably be able to get a fun car again though

[@mindyg8134]

Your the Univ of Michigan guy?

[@nabucotri]

Great joyce

[@lech000]

London spend bumps are killing me , feels like seating on the stool

[@rashman763]

If u dont mind how much insurance thanks

[@fredgarv79]

I just looked it up for me since I'm 59 I guess, the insurance for a 2009 base one is the same as for my 2015 VW Golf TDI. amazing, course if you are 23 it's going to hurt. $1100 a year for me

[@therecanbeonly1sharpe554]

How tall are you?

[@56squadron]

LOL.... only a single young man could stare into a camera and say (without flinching) that he bought a high performance, 2 seat sports car for it's "practicality"... and mean it. I say again... LOL.