Aren't Convertible Versions Of A Car Generally More Expensive?
Why is the porsche cayman more expensive than the equivalent boxster? Aren't convertible versions of a car generally more expensive? It does seem a little odd, and is a departure from the normal Porsche pricing habits (where the convertible version costs more than the coupe). Cayman S was a definite step up over the Boxster S in all performance areas, and justified the higher price. However, when the Boxster line was updated, thus matching the Cayman with the same engines and suspension packages, the pricing structure remained in place! Hard to say, though it seems Porsche has decided the Boxster is the entry level model. Porsche has positioned the Cayman as a step up in terms of performance, even though the engine, brakes, and suspension between the similar models is the same. But, while all those items, most trim, and basic vehicle layout is the same (both the Cayman and the Boxster are mid-engined), the Cayman is in fact a higher performance option! Boxster, but more than 4 times as rigid!
Another crazy example is the Porsche 911 turbo vs the Cayenne Turbo. Have you ever seen a comparison between the two? You get so much more for your money, in terms of interior accessories, engine performance, etc, but for tens of thousands less! Make no mistake, Porsche is one of the (if not the) most profitable auto manufacturers in the world for a reason! Yes the 2007 Porsche Cayman S, and 2007 Boxster S are equivelant in horsepower, and even share the same engine. They also have very close acceleration times.|||The Cayman is more powerful, handles much better, and has a much stiffer suspension. They did not call it the Boxster Coupe because the performance differences are pretty big. They decided to give it its own name because it is different enough. The performance is in between the Boxster and the 911.|||I gave up trying to figure out Porsche pricing policies years ago. There is absolutely no reasoning behind it. 20,000 worth of options to go with it.|||The porsche boxster is commonly referred to as the "poor man's porsche". The boxster has a mid engine layout, while the cayman is set up like the 911, which is rear engine, and has more power.
Will the old exhaust fit, and how much power does that make? 250 bar. Mod one of these, and the other(s) will need mods as well to optimize. That new exhaust with filter looks pretty heavy鈥s it? No, the new system, in thin-wall stainless, is actually 10kg/22lb lighter than the earlier system. Tell us more about CG height and torsional stiffness. Speedster sits 2mm higher in front, 5mm higher in rear. CG is going to be lower, but will see if I can get more exact figures. Torsional stiffness is near coupe or effectively identical due to crossmember added to the car. I can't speak to my impressions yet, but the Speedster uses the same spring rates and ARBs as the 991.2 GT3. Any suspension re-calibration necessary for the softer chassis? The PASM dampers have been recalibrated and as noted the car sits a smidge higher (though this is probably within tolerance in the real world). Suspension tuning philosophy vs 991R? Rear area behind seats offers surprisingly useful cubbies for a good backpack behind each seat, or? Central "netting" box interesting. More netting on lower interior door panels, like RS.
The 2008 Porsche Boxster has a 5-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2009 Porsche Boxster have? The 2009 Porsche Boxster has a 6-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2001 Porsche Boxster have? The 2001 Porsche Boxster has a 5-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2013 Porsche Boxster have? The 2013 Porsche Boxster has a 6-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2005 Porsche Boxster have? The 2005 Porsche Boxster has a 5-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2003 Porsche Boxster have? The 2003 Porsche Boxster has a 5-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2004 Porsche Boxster have? The 2004 Porsche Boxster has a 5-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2014 Porsche Boxster have? The 2014 Porsche Boxster has a 6-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2012 Porsche Boxster have? The 2012 Porsche Boxster has a 6-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2011 Porsche Boxster have? The 2011 Porsche Boxster has a 6-speed manual. What kind of transmission does the 2002 Porsche Boxster have?