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The difference between the base and GTS Cayman models has nothing to do with carbon fiber parts.

Yes, some of the more popular/sporty elements come with the GTS at a slight discount compared to base/S model upgrades. However, the Porsche cash register (configurator) runs on forever, and the costs accumulate quickly for ANY model.

Regarding the M2C versus M2CS, and how it relates to the Porsche . . . Porsche model price jumps are performance-based. Most significantly, engine based. Yes, the 718 S and GTS models both have the same 2.5L engine, BUT the GTS has numerous additional performance parts – not superficial carbon fiber parts.

So, as I have said before – and many can disagree – BMW already released the M2CS and it is called the M2C. When did this occur? The moment BMW decided to throw the S55 engine into the M2. No significant value or performance to be added from there. Well, not $25K+ in increased value and certainly not in performance.

This has never been about ‘dissing’ the M2CS, as much as it has been about the incredible value of the M2C. If you want to compare Porsche models, best to start by considering ‘what if’ Porsche released a base 718 with the GTS engine – at the base price. That is exactly what BMW did when introducing the S55 to the M2.

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Plus, once and for all, can we please dispel this notion that all these carbon fiber parts and other aesthetic desires have anything whatsoever to do with performance.

The overwhelming majority of owners that are placing all these aftermarket carbon fiber and similar ‘performance’ parts will NEVER sniff a track. They simply like the aesthetics (or acoustics). Perfectly fine, but of zero relation to track performance that is so often referenced.

As for the M2CS, how much lighter is it than the M2C???????

Rant over.

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