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    Re: Cayman GT4

    jamesdamanuk1:

    So will there be 2 models a GT4 and an RS?

    I heard rumors of a GT4 RS but not GT4. Maybe one and the same car?

    A GT4 RS makes more sense because people are willing to pay big bucks (in the 991.1 GT3 price range...) for such a car. A GT4.2 would be more expensive than the first one indeed but would you pay over 100k base price for one? I doubt it.


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    RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Porsche 991 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet (2015), Porsche Cayenne S Diesel (2017), Audi R8 V10 Plus (2016), Mini JCW (2015)


    Re: Cayman GT4

    An RS with things like fromt axel lift ect would be good, surely it will be 991.1 gt3 performance?


    Re: Cayman GT4

    So far everything seem to point to a GT4 RS which will be close to GT3 performance and price. It would be a shame if Porsche price themselves out of the GT4 niche by not offering a base model anymore. The .1 GT4 was a fresh wind in the ever more over performant and over priced models. The modern take on the 968 CS.


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    bluelines:

    So far everything seem to point to a GT4 RS which will be close to GT3 performance and price. It would be a shame if Porsche price themselves out of the GT4 niche by not offering a base model anymore. The .1 GT4 was a fresh wind in the ever more over performant and over priced models. The modern take on the 968 CS.

    The GT4.1 was an amazing offer. It would be great to see another one but judging by the possible high demand for a GT4 RS, I do not know if there is even enough production capacity for a GT4.2 (non RS) model as well.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    RC:

    Cayman needs a marketing push, so maybe this is going to be it. yes angry

    I totally agree that the 718 needs a marketing push, but I don't see how making a limited model with NA 4.0L Flat-6 helps them sell 2.0L and 2.5L 4-cylinder turbo models Smiley


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    Better "awareness" of the Cayman in the public? Many don't have a clue about the tech used, they see a Cayman 718 here and a Cayman GT4 RS there and make a connection.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    RC:

    Better "awareness" of the Cayman in the public? Many don't have a clue about the tech used, they see a Cayman 718 here and a Cayman GT4 RS there and make a connection.

    I'm sure there can be some of that, but I also think there is a risk of making the 4-cyl versions look even worse by comparison to a GT4RS (some magazines will say how great the NA Flat-6 is compared to the disappointing turbo Flat-4, etc...).

    Although I would probably not buy one, I think making a 420hp Flat-4 GT4 that laps the Ring in under 7:30 would help the 718 image more...


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    Hm, I think a NA flat 6 in the RS will be a negative marketing for the turbo flat 4 in the 718.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    bluelines:

    Hm, I think a NA flat 6 in the RS will be a negative marketing for the turbo flat 4 in the 718.

    Possible but then, what to do about the slow Cayman sales? Smiley


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    RC:
    bluelines:

    Hm, I think a NA flat 6 in the RS will be a negative marketing for the turbo flat 4 in the 718.

    Possible but then, what to do about the slow Cayman sales? Smiley

    Make a Turbo-4 that beats 991.1 GT3 around the Ring or return the Boxster/Cayman to Flat-6 (3.0L Turbo from Carrera or NA)...


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    RC:
    bluelines:

    Hm, I think a NA flat 6 in the RS will be a negative marketing for the turbo flat 4 in the 718.

    Possible but then, what to do about the slow Cayman sales? Smiley

    Stop treating it like the little brother of the 911. Let is grow up, put a proper engine in it, stick wider tires on it and stop that elegant sleek design. Sales fixed. The .1 GT4 is the proof for that.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    You mean, it isn't the little brother? So it's the cousin? Or a friend instead? 

     

    Maybe Porsche will skip everything and do a GT4 RSR race car instead smiley


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    I hope AP comment's about all RS being only PDK will be relieved and that Porsche will offer all models with a choice of manual or PDK . 

     


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    bluelines:
    RC:
    bluelines:

    Hm, I think a NA flat 6 in the RS will be a negative marketing for the turbo flat 4 in the 718.

    Possible but then, what to do about the slow Cayman sales? Smiley

    Stop treating it like the little brother of the 911. Let is grow up, put a proper engine in it, stick wider tires on it and stop that elegant sleek design. Sales fixed. The .1 GT4 is the proof for that.

    Hurting the 911 would be the biggest mistake Porsche could make and you know that. Not going to happen, Porsche needs to tread carefully here. The 911 is the icon, the Cayman isn't.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    There is room for both.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    bluelines:

    There is room for both.

    I am no marketing expert, I don't have a clue but apparently Porsche seems to keep the Cayman at distance for a reason. Yes, this may be a mistake but an even bigger mistake would be to devalue Porsche's cash cow (not only from a sales perspective) 911. Just my two cents, I could be wrong.

    The 911 is probably another reason the "960" is still in the clouds...which is very sad because Porsche urgently needs such a car in my opinion.


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    RC:
    bluelines:

    There is room for both.

    I am no marketing expert, I don't have a clue but apparently Porsche seems to keep the Cayman at distance for a reason.

    Produce 50 Cayman GT4 RS, with the latest 500 HP GT engine and make sure I get one. I am sure that will not hurt 911 image. Problem solved Smiley


    Re: Cayman GT4

    indecision


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    kiss


    Re: Cayman GT4

    Two year birthday celebration with the small service done today. Two technical service bulletins got resolved too:

    • A new type of engine air intake mesh to keep out leaves and little children from being sucked in
    • New shiny black exhaust tips (no idea why those were changed)

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    Re: Cayman GT4

    bluelines:

    New shiny black exhaust tips (no idea why those were changed)

    Because you drive so hard that they turned white?


    Re: Cayman GT4

    That must be it indecision


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    Kobalt:
    bluelines:

    New shiny black exhaust tips (no idea why those were changed)

    Because you drive so hard that they turned white?

    I thought white is good? Now they made his car slower... enlightened indecision


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    RC:
    Kobalt:
    bluelines:

    New shiny black exhaust tips (no idea why those were changed)

    Because you drive so hard that they turned white?

    I thought white is good? Now they made his car slower... enlightened indecision

    Black tips look better for when he pulls up outside those beauty bars to get the bush waxed....Smiley..

    He must have a ""Dad Bod"" by now , you know,,, big olll moobies Smiley....

    Smiley


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    throt:
    RC:
    Kobalt:
    bluelines:

    New shiny black exhaust tips (no idea why those were changed)

    Because you drive so hard that they turned white?

    I thought white is good? Now they made his car slower... enlightened indecision

    Black tips look better for when he pulls up outside those beauty bars to get the bush waxed....Smiley..

    He must have a ""Dad Bod"" by now , you know,,, big olll moobies Smiley....

    Smiley

    Smiley

    austinpowers-1.jpg


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    RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Porsche 991 Carrera 4 GTS Cabriolet (2015), Porsche Cayenne S Diesel (2017), Audi R8 V10 Plus (2016), Mini JCW (2015)


    Re: Cayman GT4

    Hahahaha,,,

    Jeeps, it kind of looks like him too, well, you know. indecision kiss...


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    throt

    "I Have Done It!".

    991 GT3 pick up in October 2014.

    Rennteam Hairy Chest Advisor.


    Re: Cayman GT4


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    Re: Cayman GT4

    +.


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    throt

    "I Have Done It!".

    991 GT3 pick up in October 2014.

    Rennteam Hairy Chest Advisor.


    Re: Cayman GT4

    No GT4 pics. No manly pics either. Unless you make the connection between the moon and NASA. Amazing scenery this weekend in the mountains close to Gstaad, Switzerland. Enjoy!

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    Re: Cayman GT4

    Very nice! kiss


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