Why you need a Base CAYMAN ride along/talk.

[@leonardos.1538]

I think this car - especially with the smaller engine - comes pretty close to the original Porsche philosophy and embodies for me what the 911 once was: a compact sports car without excess weight. "The last car that will be built will be a sports car." (Ferdinand Porsche) Greetings from Stuttgart ;)

[@rickortman4897]

I love mine. These are faster than the air-cooled Porsches of my youthful dreams. Plenty of car for me and fun every day.

[@2kviper877]

I love going fast but these cars are so much more...

[@UKCarReview]

Great content and completely agree, the base Cayman is everything you could want. I bought the 981 GTS purely because I had the money and I hoped it wouldn't lose a dime (still hasn't). I had the 987.2 before. I'll never fully use the total extent of the car's capability and I'll run out of talent before the car does! :) Keep going with the channel, great video!

[@2kviper877]

Thanks for the kind words! I checked out your channel as well. good stuff Subscribed!

[@dre32pitt]

.2 base is a smart play for sure.. I rolled the dice on a .1 S, but it had the last 10 years of service history (all done at the same shop).. owner was in PCA.. it had 78k miles (means it's been driven and the IMSB has been lubed) and 0 smoke on start up (bore score tell).. Best car I've owned (#33, lol.. i go through em like Leo does with models)

[@boredalchemist]

the cayman 06 -12 is the best looking Porsche, it has classic lines with all the right features

[@losxlakers]

I really needed to watch and listen to this. I’m a changed man. In all seriousness, I really appreciate and admire this advice. I feel like this applies to other situations in life. I’m subscribing. I can’t believe this channel only has 92 subscribers.

[@2kviper877]

lol Some like em some don't

[@losxlakers]

@@2kviper877 True that. Some like BS

[@steveowens913]

Your car exterior looks terrific!! Good effort goes into that appearance. A+!

[@2kviper877]

Thanks! It was in great shape when I purchased it so, just keeping it up.

[@kamronseeram3488]

I picked up a base 09 cayman PDK in January and 6 months later I absolutely love it as my daily. I've been fortunate to drive a decent amount of newer supercars (720s, 488, Huracan), and this is the closest experience I've ever had to driving one of those minus power of course. I definitely see what Porsche is all about now and I'm hooked!

[@2kviper877]

Totally agree! There is just something about these carsand the Cayman looks like nothing else! Congrats on a great choice in cars!

[@etilhcir4645]

I Agree it took me awhile to learn how to use all the horsepower. It keeps getting faster and faster.

[@_ArsNova]

Have the same car in silver, it's great. Perfect fun car with practical amounts of space. People will tell you the S is better, but it suffers from bore scoring, the base 2.7 does not.

[@2kviper877]

2.9 has been an amazing car so far.

[@_ArsNova]

@@2kviper877 Sorry idk why I thought it was a 2.7. I don't think the 2.9L engine has the spray-coat that causes scoring either though. Super fun little cars, mine's an '08.

[@2kviper877]

@@_ArsNova never expected so much fun. And the looks are perfect.

[@niceMange]

​@@_ArsNovathey all had the coated bores but the s models and 911 variants all came with coated forged aluminum pistons while the base 986 and 987 boxsters and caymans came with cast pistons...the differing wear properties will not score so by saving money porsche made better engines lol

[@jayjohn2749]

I bought the same car in black but with the pdk after losing my leg in a motorcycle accident and I absolutely love it. Get the soul performance muffler, I did and the sound is amazing and makes the experience even better. Enjoy it💪🏾👊🏾

[@2kviper877]

Beautiful car! Congrats. My next 2 mods are shifter cables/shifter and changing the exhaust.

[@brianOmaha]

Keep that DIY video going!!! I also have a 09 base manual! Shifter cable did snap and I was able to drive home in third gear! Installed Numeric. Very very happy with it!

[@2kviper877]

Thanks! I will be installing the Numeric shift cables and shifter myself shortly. Loving my Base Cayman. This car has really surprised me!!

[@BradleyMcCartney]

Great video, and beautiful Florida roads! Those back country roads are getting harder to come by with all the development happening.

[@rudfil]

Wow. The car is in immaculate shape. You really found a gem with a 2009 that hasn't got the bore scoring or IMS issues. Btw driving the mid-engined Cayman is unbeatable on twisty roads.

[@2kviper877]

Thanks! I was really happy to find one in a color that isn't seen that often. really enjoying this car. As a horsepower junkie I thought 265 hp would be a letdown. It isn't!!

[@brandobatel]

Just picked up a 2021 cayman t. And its the best feeling car ive ever driven. Its my daily driver, and imo its better than a 911 for me. I get a frunk and trunk. A mid engine sports car. And enough power to satisfy on realistic roads. Its perfect

[@2kviper877]

Congrats! Those are beautiful cars. Drive and enjoy. Fantastic car for a Daily!

[@kevinsamuels5868]

Top man you know ya cars ! 2.9 and love is all you need ❤️ Best wishes great video. 👍

[@2kviper877]

Thanks! This car is unappreciated and misunderstood by the masses. I love it.

[@mattandallthings]

I got a 2008 base last year. Love the thing and use it as my weekender. Over 5k RPM, it turns into a different beast.

[@2kviper877]

Totally agree. These engines love to rev!

[@rayborg7378]

First class review on one of the best sports cars there is.This car is really good to have next to classic 911.The Cayman is the closest rival the 911 ever had.

[@2kviper877]

Thank you! I love this car. So underrated.

[@stillevan1908]

The Florida roadkill cutaway was KZbin gold

[@2kviper877]

Lol. I'm sure someone will complain about it!

[@joaorodrigues-dy9rm]

I lersonally believe every porsche is fast enough, even the lower end ones. I believe the looks, driving feel, quality, sound, steering feel, gearbox feel exceed the performance i would get from an eletric vehicle. Their all slower than teslas, but they have a soul, a sound a smell that gives us car guys the chills. Beautiful car, beautiful spec man😃👌

[@2kviper877]

A porsche is so much more than the sum of all the parts. Never understood it until I fell in love with one.

[@thomasgavigan6870]

Egggzactly

[@twrecks4598]

Got my first ride in a base Boxster with the 2.7 couple days ago: it pulled a LOT more than I expected... I was pleasantly surprised. Bonus I guess is that the 2.7 seems more reliable than the three liter engines. So whereas I was like everyone else totally discounting the base model... they are on my radar now.

[@2kviper877]

I discounted them at first, based on all the info I saw online. Glad I didn't listen. My 2.9 is way more fun than it looks like on paper! So glad I bought this car.

[@uweheinrich6784]

so true.....the base Cayman is still a true Porsche. Yes, there can be always the request for "more power / more torque" but in terms of happiness and driver engagement, the base is still 10 out of 10.

[@2kviper877]

Agree 100% running this car at the limits is way more entertaining than it should be!

[@stephenfoster6940]

Not sure if it’s the case with the 987, but an advantage of the base 981 6MT is that 1st and 2nd gears are lower(as well as 5th and 6th), meaning that you can get into the higher part of the rev range easier and at lower speeds compared to the S, GTS etc with their longer gearing. And with the sport exhaust fitted the 2.7 sings really sweetly! Great, real world review.

[@2kviper877]

Thanks. My Cayman needs a sport exhaust. One more for the list!

[@rembo183]

I love the idea of a Base Cayman but all I can afford is a used one like yours. This makes sense as a toy second car ONLY. As a daily it could get very expensive if not under warranty as repairs are probably very expensive. Finding a pristine used one is difficult. I prefer a used Miata just as much fun but way more affordable to live with with likes stress. Mileage is not an issue with a Miata no need to keep in garage. I’m drive mine every day and it’s great! No issues after 3 years of daily driving. It’s a 2008 Miata and I got it with 78k miles now 96k miles.

[@2000viperrt]

Agree. New Cayman as a daily.

[@2kviper877]

I like the Miata. great car for a budget and lots of fun!

[@gnaegi444]

Love the base Cayman. Daily a 987.2 base awesome machine for the money

[@jmorrison146]

Porsche introduced the Cayman S first. I waited for the 2007 “base” 2.7 Cayman and loved it. 90% of the S performance for 80% of the price, an even $50K. Cruised at 130 mph for several minutes on several occasions without a problem. Put 112K very fun miles on it, took a few cross-country trips, sold it to a very close friend, and it’s still going strong.

[@2kviper877]

Love the fact you actually drove it. Those memories will last forever. Congrats. Cool story.

[@Fundaykidzz]

Beautiful car I dream of one .. but as you said wants vs needs .. one day ..

[@2kviper877]

The dream is where it starts. you'll get there and it will be worth it!

[@MK-su6eg]

I was you. ,l dreamed as a kid, back in the 60s and afte r30 + years, public high school teacher , a wife ,2 daughters, and I retired in 2016, in 2019 I bought a 2006 boxster S, 1 owner well maintained, every day driver and no major problems! Driving home for the first time after purchasing it, I was almost in a stupor, disbelief but realizing, scratch that off the bucket list, every day driving is a joy, !! Stay focused, work for it to happen and you will,can do it!! I'm looking for a Cayman next. Topdown 24/7 inparadise,Hawaii.

[@alpascarella8794]

The key to this 2009 Cayman 987 is that it's a "dot 2" which is the first year of the completely new and improved engine that doesn't suffer from the IMS issue (11%), and other improvements. He's right about 1st gear. I shift to 2nd as soon as I can. It doesn't bother me at all. Top speed is 162 mph; something I will never come close to reaching. The chassis is solid. I have a 2010 base Boxster and love it.

[@GALTwarrior]

Congratulations on a gorgeous car! I'm hoping to get into a Cayman or Boxster in about 4 years after I save up about half the cost. I am guilty of wanting the S model for the extra power and painted calipers... but it seems like the older ones had less problems with the base engines and they still do scoot pretty damn good!

[@altonbryson1966]

Had my 2009 for 10 years liked it so much got a 2019 718 and both cars were and are 10’s.

[@2kviper877]

I am considering a 718 as well. Only thing is, I really want a Vert being in SWFL.

[@drunvert]

I've got a 2016 base 6 speed Love it. I live in an area with lots of turns and it kicks ass

[@2kviper877]

Great car that is highly underrated! Congrats!

[@mqarhsdm]

I would love to buy a base 981 or 981S or 718 cayman. And although I know they drive and handle and sound much better than my 2018 Golf R, I’m having a hard time with buying a Porsche that is “slower” than than the Golf R. Like you said, the 987’s (and 981’s) don’t have a lot of grunt down low in the rpm range, which is why I like the 718 and the Golf R, with the turbo engines. But minus the amazing sound. So, I’m trying to get into the Cayman S. I have driven the 718, and the 718 S. And then I get back into my Golf R for the drive home after the Porsche test drives, and I’m amazed at how quick and smooth the Golf R is. Your review is great. Very informative. I was just venting/talking out loud while watching your video.

[@2kviper877]

Golf R is a lot of fun. I have faster cars than my Cayman but its the some of all the parts. The car just feels so good it just needs 200 more HP. I have seen some of the 718 turbos making some damn good power. Fast is fast whether from 6 cylinders or only 4.

[@queenofsheba6787]

Greet car. I have 987.1 its cool 👍👍👍🌹🌹🌹

[@ethanmurray2203]

I bought a 2008 base Cayman last year. All original, one owner, 33k miles. It is a great car. I also have a BMW 430. The handling is not even close! I almost crash the BMW after driving my Porsche, as cornering is totally worse. I paid $31 k for what was about $60k new. Love it.

[@2kviper877]

I was amazed by how much I love my Cayman. Could it use more power? Yes. But it is still a stellar vehicle with sublime handling.

[@ethanmurray2203]

@@aarongu346 I bought mine through the local Porsche dealer. I prefer that, as they usually won't sell wrecked or junk cars

[@philandviki]

I also have a 2008 base Caymen . I’m up to 96k miles and I live every piece of that car :)

[@taylorc2542]

Big difference between a 987.1 vs 987.2. The 2.9 has more torque, plus it's bulletproof. I wouldn't want a 997.1 because the S will bore score and the 2.7 isn't fast enough. The 2.9 is the sweetspot.

[@2kviper877]

Agree!!

[@LockedinRogan]

Great content

[@2kviper877]

Thank you!

[@2kviper877]

If they had one in the Gladiator and they should, I would buy one as well.

[@steveowens913]

I plan on getting one of those, and probably a base model. I have a C6Z06, and a BMWM5 with 617 awd hp so I can save the tires on the Cayman!!

[@steveowens913]

I love the lines of the car....oh the headliner.. a known issue on the cars.....

[@2kviper877]

It lacks grunt compared to big horsepower cars but the surgical way it drives is addicting. This car with 200 more HP would be killer.

[@sebastianmerker]

Driving a 981 base Boxster Ican share your experience. But isnt it a boring homeland for the car? I cant imagine driving it on straight roads, without my beloved mountainroads.

[@2kviper877]

Yes. I have certain roads I can go on that have curves but nothing like mountain roads. The down side of living in South Florida.

[@simonhurlimann908]

Those cars shine on twisty roads. Thats why horsepower is less important than weight and (small) size. Fantastic car for the Alps ☀️

[@2kviper877]

The balance and feel of the car is amazing. The sum of all its parts together make it a fantastic driving experience.

[@7royboy]

@2kviper what’s the size of those blue LEDs? I need to upgrade asap!

[@2kviper877]

I believe they are T10.

[@MrRoyck10]

I bought exactly the same Cayman 987.2 which suits London’s overcrowded pothole ridden roads full of speed cameras. The 265 bhp is enough power for most above average drivers plus the more reasonable running cost allows me to keep my finances in good nick. It is marginally slower than my BMW e86 by a bee’s dick as they have similar bhp but the Cayman has far better suspension and handling characteristics than my e86 Z4 and will leave it on a country twisty road. Nice content sir, enjoy your Cayman.

[@2kviper877]

Thanks and nice ride! You had me at " by a Bee's dick". Lol. Stealing that!

[@johnshanklin6633]

Have 09 base. Love the thing. Past 4K it’s so fun and cornering is amazing. I think best looking version of Cayman to date. Get lots of positive comments wherever I go. It’s a drivers car.

[@2kviper877]

The base Cayman is a highly under rated car. Usually by those that believe they are a better driver than they really are.

[@rodneywittenberg1682]

Where I live everywhere I go there are chargers and challengers. You can’t go anywhere without seeing them. Mustangs too. I don’t see many Porsches which is why I feel like I would love to buy one. The look and the sound is just unlike anything else around here. Do you think that it would be an issue to buy one used like that and be putting about 150 miles a week on it? Such a nice car by the way. The only other car I see less of but still quite a few is a corvette. I’ve considered one of those as an option.

[@2kviper877]

If you find a used one in good condition I.personally don't think 150 miles a week is a big deal. Especially on a lower mileage one. My recommendation would be to get a gen 2. 2009-2012. Then you don't have to worry about The IMS bearing problem and they look a little more modern the the Gen 1 caymans. Might be a good question for the cayman/ boxter owners groups on fB. These cars won't have the low end torque of a charger/ challenger/mustang/vette but it is certainly fast once the revs hit 4000 rpm or so.

[@garysuttles2068]

Have a 2007 base - acquired it from one owner with 12k miles - for under 25k. More than enough engine - this car has more than enough power - it’s about handling and driving experience - not speed. IMS issue is overblown - in 2006 -2008 years stronger bearing was used, extremely low failure rate. Beautiful lines, piece of art and the last of the “more analog” less electronic versions that came later. Manuel is a must.

[@2kviper877]

@@garysuttles2068 driving experience is lost on so many people. I am a HP junkie but there is more to driving than HP.

[@EgG-xj6vh]

Very nice car. I bought my 07 CS with 84k miles back in 2018 for my kids to beat on and 8 months later drove it back from NY. Now it’s my car and I like it more than my C4S. It has 98.5 K miles and so far no problem. Saw you tube videos got scared and preemptively changed cables to Numeric. Suspension is old, not as fast as my C4S but I love this cayman. Only problem is that crap paint chipping everywhere. Do you have your friends shop number? I never thought of lining for the panels. Is it durable? Keep enjoying your car.

[@2kviper877]

Thanks I just ordered the numeric cables and shifter yesterday for the same reasons. Sadly my friend that did the work was killed by a drunk driver a few months ago. The material is not really durable. It tends to show areas were it gets leaned on or pressed on. I am definitely going to get it covered in leather. Not sure by which shop yet. Not rhe fastest car I own but sure is fun! Enough that I am considering a newer Boxter or possibly a Spyder.

[@Mazu.G1]

I’m trying to get one but it has 70 miles on it you think it’s worth it ?

[@2kviper877]

70k miles? I've seen some that looked trashed at 20k and some that look new at 100k. All depends on how it was treated. I do see lots of 987.2 where people have over 100k miles so if taken care of the engines are durable. Get a PPI

[@I999-g2s]

A mid engined Porsche, held-back (on horsepower) to not compete against the 911 - what’s not to like? Get a good one, enjoy the looks, dynamics and “Porsche specialness” and keep your license intact! Can’t do that last bit with a GT3, I can assure you.

[@2kviper877]

Agree with the "Porsche specialness" part. In my younger days I owned a couple POS 911's. they were cheap at the time and you get what you pay for, but the "Porshe specialness" does exist and its a big drawer towards the Marque.

[@BrianJohnson-kh7mg]

Well said

[@ceansilorcaso5820]

And how much did you spend for the car?

[@2kviper877]

I bought this car right before the coronavirus crap started in 2020 and I got a fantastic price. It was on the lot for a few weeks and the dealer was willing to bargain. 19k with 22,000 miles.

[@cayman9873]

Leaving your hand on the shifter is hard on the shift system and trans gears.. FYI

[@2kviper877]

Yea, bad Habit I have not corrected in over 50 years. Been lucky.

[@idokwatcher2062]

Problem is not that it's "only" 265bhp, problem is the obscene price Porsche asks for those measly numbers while other manufacturers give you so much more power and practicality for less money. I would buy it in an instant if it was fairly priced, but it's priced like it's made out of diamonds.

[@2kviper877]

I agree. they charge top dollar for their products but so do Lambo and Ferrari. if people are willing to spend it, so be it.

[@autonomousindividual7780]

Dodge Charger. All set. Straight to the top of the pyramid. Power and you can put a tow hitch for the bass boat.

[@hasonlavajunk9774]

I came from Camaros and Mustangs. Found a beautiful 987.2 in Porsche Racing Metallic Green. I bought it and soon regretted it for its lack of power unless engine was screaming. And even at high rpm’s, it was good, but not enough. I tracked it a few times and it held up great. I sold it and bought a C7 Grand Sport. Wow so much more power and handling compared to my base Cayman. Maybe I would have kept it if it was an “S.”

[@2kviper877]

I can understand. My next slow car is a 470 hp Wrangler 392. More HP is always better in my world. If this car had 400 hp and a LSD it would be perfect.

[@flat6croc]

Pretty anyone and everyone can use the full power of the 3.4. Even the 3.4 is not a terribly fast car and you lose nothing going for the bigger engine. The 2.9 is a nice car, but the 3.4 is every bit as nice, just with more power and torque - and entirely usable power and torque.

[@creakid]

Need the optional power driver seat to tilt the “thigh support” upward in order to fit me (no taller than 5"11").

[@ronit8067]

caymans are so pretty. god damn. i cant find one.

[@2kviper877]

Hard to find one that is reasonably priced that hasn't had the shit beat out of it.

[@thecomedian6920]

My dream car. Literally. 2009 cayman. The awesome color is a plus.

[@2kviper877]

Thank you! I was really happy to find Ruby Red Metallic. Hope one day your dream is fulfilled!

[@cayman9873]

Exactly the car and year I want

[@2kviper877]

This car has really surprised me. Absolutely incredible.

[@fxlltxtsearch]

Cayman meets a cayman at 3:25 😧

[@donh1572]

Never get the base cayman…most don’t come with a locking differential. You don’t need to be Mario Andretti to appreciate it

[@2kviper877]

From what I saw most s models don't have the locking diff as well.

[@donh1572]

@@2kviper877 yes, but it’s a lot easier to find one among a S model. Way easier!