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MikeN said:
From the March 7 issue:


The initial Cayman model will feature a newly developed 3.4-liter, 295-hp version of Porsche's four-valve-per-cylinder flat six. A range-topping 305-hp Cayman S model will follow, positioned halfway between the 3.2-liter, 280-hp Boxster S and the 3.6-liter, 325-hp 911 Carrera. Porsche will also launch a cheaper 3.2-liter Cayman model.

Also under development, though not lkely to see showrooms until 2006 at the earliest, is a lightweight Cayman Club Sport. Inspired by the much loved 968 Club Sport, it is not likely to be more powerful than the Cayman S, but a series of weight-saving measures, including special body panels and a stripped-out interior (no air conditioning, audio system or sound deadening), will improve its power-to-weight ratio and extend performance even further."


No mention of pricing for any model. Very interesting.....don't know if any of it is true, but I like these choices better than the previous versions!



You faied to mention that according to the Autoweek article sources within Porsche claim it is faster around the "Ring" compared to the 997. This is as a result of the midengine configuration and other areodynamic factors.

The lowly 997 will now have the inenviable position of costing more than its baby sibling AND being slower. Those who are waiting for their 997 may want to reconsider.