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Old 02-03-2015, 11:29 PM
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There are a lot of great cars currently on the market. I currently own a Porsche 981CS and '15 Stingray and previously had a 2011 ZR1. For the narrow minded, there is more to a great sports car than just big horsepower. A small light weight mid-engine car with good HP is a great combination. The new GT4 and Z06 are both fun cars for anyone who loves performance cars. My next upgrade will a tough choice.
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Old 02-03-2015, 11:52 PM
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Originally Posted by mjcourt
For the narrow minded, there is more to a great sports car than just big horsepower. A small light weight mid-engine car with good HP is a great combination. The new GT4 and Z06 are both fun cars for anyone who loves performance cars. My next upgrade will a tough choice.
Mine too.

I have a feeling that, given that I will track the car at least a dozen times per year, over time the GT4 will prove less costly to run. Brakes and tires should last a lot longer due to lower weight and lower end of straight speed, while being about as fast on short momentum tracks (Lime Rock) and nearly as fast on some of the longer ones. And that engine (in that state of tune - 385HP-ish) is bullet proof - if you can get drone refueling it will run all day.

A V8 is awesome, but so is the sweet handling of the Cayman (any version).
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Old 02-04-2015, 01:46 AM
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Originally Posted by gary0006
It need 100 more horsepower, then I would like it. LOL
Considering that the GT3 is keeping up and beating cars producing 100hp+ more and the current Z07 not delivering as per the power its making, I believe this to be fair competition, ahem especially after 4 laps.
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Old 02-04-2015, 05:09 AM
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Pretty nice car with performance on par with a C5 ZO6 but in a Porsche

How easy the motor can be bumped up to 425-450 without compromising reliability and still having a manual might swing some 911 buyers
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Old 02-04-2015, 06:36 AM
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Originally Posted by TripleBlack99
i dont understand this kind of attitude. It is around the same price point.. i think people who consider the z06 would want to know about this car. The question is how many.. i am guessing a lot, but i admit i could be wrong. In any case, being rude, close minded and unfriendly to someone who was trying to post useful information leaves a bad taste.


There's more than one way to skin a cat.

One thing I will say is that if you want to make $$$ on a car, this Cayman is a sure bet. Porsche guys bid up the prices of these track car models. Look at the '70s Carrera models.
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Old 02-04-2015, 09:46 AM
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Seems like this forum is NOT filled with car enthusiast but close minded corvette only people. Like a angry mob.

A beautiful machine that I'd bet is a phenomenal drive on the track. I've driven a cayman S and it's a blast. So nimble. Front end goes where you like.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by TheKosherStogie
Seems like this forum is NOT filled with car enthusiast but close minded corvette only people.
Agree. You can tell who they are right away. These people have tunnel vision and miss out on life. It's ok to be a fan of something. Just don't put down other cars or people because of their open mindedness.

Porsche is on fire. <---- fact.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:09 AM
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Eh I wouldn't even pick that to drive on playstation.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:36 AM
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Nice, very nice.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:36 AM
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Originally Posted by thegame
Eh I wouldn't even pick that to drive on playstation.
Narrow Minded. I can see you have been to Tadges Kool Aid dispenser.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:41 AM
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Narrow Minded. I can see you have been to Tadges Kool Aid dispenser.
Hell no I love all kinds of cars and Porsches included. Almost bought a 2008 997 Turbo. But the Caymans never did anything for me and that one is even uglier than your Gills
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:46 AM
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I like the Cayman, and would certainly be a buyer - but, in spite of its balance and handling, I wouldn't buy until it gets at least 150 more horsepower and an automated tranny.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by thegame
Hell no I love all kinds of cars and Porsches included. Almost bought a 2008 997 Turbo. But the Caymans never did anything for me and that one is even uglier than your Gills
That Cayman will embarrass both of our Vette's around a track.
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Old 02-04-2015, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by RedLS6
I like the Cayman, and would certainly be a buyer - but, in spite of its balance and handling, I wouldn't buy until it gets at least 150 more horsepower and an automated tranny.
So a GT3 basically.
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Old 02-04-2015, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by RedLS6
I like the Cayman, and would certainly be a buyer - but, in spite of its balance and handling, I wouldn't buy until it gets at least 150 more horsepower and an automated tranny.
Why more power? That car weighs around 3000 lbs and very efficient with its tech. Power to weight...
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Old 02-04-2015, 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by sam90lx
That Cayman will embarrass both of our Vette's around a track.
I don't think so nor would I care. Are you a professional race car driver?? lol I'm not therefore that kind of silly bragging rights stuff is nonsense to me. What car would I rather OWN and DRIVE??







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Old 02-04-2015, 11:05 AM
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Originally Posted by thegame
I don't think so nor would I care. Are you a professional race car driver?? lol I'm not therefore that kind of silly bragging rights stuff is nonsense to me. What car would I rather OWN and DRIVE??







ALL DAY
Well if your not a Racer you must be a Waxer.
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Old 02-04-2015, 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by sam90lx
Well if your not a Racer you must be a Waxer.
I go to the track occasionally but I like also going on road trips and doing spirited driving. I just like what i like
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Faster around the 'Ring than the C7 Z06
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Old 02-04-2015, 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Dre01SS
Faster around the 'Ring than the C7 Z06
Lol. I guess you are going with a known and unknown for the above statement? 👀
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