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| AutoWeek - 2008 Porsche Cayman S (short drive) -
05-01-2008, 02:33 AM
 OUR TAKE: The Cayman's price point--as it has been since day one--is bizarre, driven by marketing that says, "We don't want to sell a car that's cheaper than a Boxster." So buyers face the interesting situation of two versions of a car where the convertible is actually less expensive than the coupe. Yes, yes, Porsche will tell you that the Cayman is not identical to the Boxster under its skin, but virtually anyone who looks at the two cars will feel that the two are essentially the same.
But if you aren't concerned with the price, the Cayman S is one of the best, most fun-to-drive cars for the street. Say hello to perfect balance, steering so sharp and accurate that it feels as though you could use it to perform cataract surgery and that sweet-sounding flat-six engine that could come only from Porsche. And the body design is one of the market's most appealing, a timeless classic like so many Porsches before it.
What stands out every time we drive this car is that the Cayman is quick but not overwhelmingly fast. In fact, its 295 horses feel just about right for a road car that tempts you to drive it hard, and this car's great handling certainly does tempt you. As-tested price: $67,080
Drivetrain: 3.4-liter H6; rwd, six-speed manual
Output: 295 hp @ 6250 rpm, 251 lb-ft @ 4400-6000 rpm
Curb weight: 2976 lb
Fuel economy (EPA/AW): 21/21.6 mpg
Options: Preferred package including wheel caps with colored crest, self-dimming mirrors, premium sound, heated seats, floor mats ($2,190); PASM ($1,990); bixenon headlights ($1,090); sport chrono package ($960); automatic climate control ($550); seatbelts, speed yellow ($340) - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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