05-27-2016, 12:51 PM | #89 | |
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When back in the M2 I thought there was no clutch at al I felt no lag in the Boxster S, It felt very lineair, it steered beautifully, better than my 981 cayman GTS, I loved the new compact multi function GT steering wheel, just perfect!! So much better than the alcantara GTS wheel. The brilliant PDK is the icing on the cake I would say, now I know a lot of people want an MT. But the way current MT`s are working (GT4, M2) with the auto rev match feature, the difference with PDK/DCT and interaction expected from a MT is to small IMHO. A MT is not a traditional MT anymore, this will make future decisions on DCT/PDK easy. I now have the M2 6MT, but for the way its functioning you could also buy the DCT, and that is exactly what I`m going to do with my next car. |
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05-27-2016, 12:59 PM | #90 | |
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I feel your pain ! Must say the Cayman GTS, although a beautiful 6 flat screamer , had its flaws on steering and seating posiotion. Now I`m a quick learner so next will be 18 way adjustable seats, the smaller, leather compact multi-function steering wheel, in Cayman GTS or GT4 next generation. |
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05-27-2016, 01:53 PM | #91 |
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I do not agree with your opinion but you are entitled to it. I don't feel Bentley Continental GT, DB9, or BMW M6 in the same class of cars as the BMW M2.
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05-27-2016, 02:35 PM | #92 | |
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Curious on your thoughts since you've had the 981 and the M2 now.
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05-27-2016, 02:48 PM | #93 | |
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I mis the lightness of the car, the looks, the great PCCP`s, the 6 flat NA sound. I do not mis the sport seats +, the alcantara steering wheel and steering characteristics . The M2 is a great car, the GTS is a great car, but they are both not perfect. The next generation Cayman wil have my full attention though, as I do believe BMW is not making lighter M cars in the next years. As a dd the M2 is great, I do need the Porsche for some weekend play A lighter car is key word here........... |
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05-27-2016, 02:52 PM | #94 | |
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Of course you and I are entitled to different opinions, I do respect yours. But did you read and understand my motivation? I`m strongly convinced although on a Bimmer forum, most members would say the M2 is a GT, and the GT 4 is a real sportscar. The difference is very noticeable. |
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05-28-2016, 12:30 AM | #98 |
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Wow, that looks nice!
Miami Blue with the chalk interior is a great combo. Those new wheels are cool as well, but look a little heavy. Regardless, what a beauty! Last edited by csbear; 05-28-2016 at 12:35 AM.. |
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05-29-2016, 09:28 AM | #101 |
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05-29-2016, 12:23 PM | #102 |
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2 x Cayman owner here (also have owned 135i and E92-M3) My best advice to a prospective Cayman buyer is to order small. I've had both the base and currently own a loaded $90K S model. I can tell you the add-ons are not worth it. Pick your color, transmission and add Sport Exhaust. That's it.
Used 981's are a steal right now. Personally if I was in the market for a Porsche I'd go find a used Boxster S. There are some great deals out there and the flat six w/ sport exhaust makes an intoxicating sound. |
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05-29-2016, 02:24 PM | #103 | |
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Base 718 Cayman Graphite Blue Metallic 20" Carrera S Wheels Leather Interior with Sport-Tex - Blue/Chalk - Sport Seats Plus Bi-Xenon with PDLS Power Folding Side Mirrors PDK Power Steering Plus Porsche Active Suspension Management Sport Chromo Package Sport Tailpipes Black Cruise Control Automatically Dimming Mirrors with integrated rain sensor Navigation Module Connect Plus Coming soon. (not really - late September early October) |
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05-29-2016, 02:40 PM | #104 | |
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Any reason you didn't go PTV? |
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05-29-2016, 04:33 PM | #106 | |
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Regardless, can't wait to see pics of your car. That graphite blue and chalk combo will be sweet. Last edited by csbear; 05-29-2016 at 04:39 PM.. |
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05-29-2016, 05:00 PM | #107 | |
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I'll be posting them, probably in this thread... in 4months or so hehe I just hope that sport-tex doesn't suck. I hate that the dealer doesn't have samples of both the color and the interior and I'm the only person who likes it enough to order blindly =D |
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05-30-2016, 02:46 PM | #108 |
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05-31-2016, 01:16 AM | #109 | |
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It's just one review, but the fact that its EVO, is not a good sign. |
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05-31-2016, 03:54 AM | #110 |
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"Owner of the worst Porsche in modern history"
Well that's a unique title for me ;D I understand the reviews, everyone that comes from a flat 6will have this opinion, this is just like Planet-9 but with a journalistic layout. I did not see that worst side of PDK he mentions that you touch the pedal and it goes 2 gears down... maybe this is the excuse for me to get another test-drive. Or maybe I should ask for a better discount if I'm buying the worst car they make |
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