Porsche 718 Boxster

[The87Dodge]

That turquoise blue color suits the car well.

 

[Leonidae@MFT]

Wasn't the GT4 technically the replacement for the R?

Not really. R did what it did with all Cayman components, whereas GT4 digs deep into GT3 RS parts bin.

 

[Eunos_Cosmo]

A thinly disguised advert for the new 718. It's done by Petrolicious and it's pretty wonderful.

 

[FT-1]

The 718 Cayman GT4 has been spotted testing, featuring a meaty rear diffuser... and a lot of dirt.

 

[Turbo]

Porsche expects that at least 50% of all 718s sold in America are GTS models. This is the fastest and most expensive 718 model available, which costs just short of $80k new.

http://www.carscoops.com/2017/12/gts-could-account-for-half-of-all.html?m=1

 

[homeforsummer]

Nice profit margin in it for them if that's the case. Not a lot of mechanical difference between the GTS and the S - mainly just toys.

Seriously good car though. Drove both 718 GTSs a few weeks back. Remarkable cars.

 

[ProjectWHaT]

There are rumors this new one will come with a 4.0-liter flat-6 with 400 or more horsepower.

What isn’t so clear is whether there will be a dual-clutch transmission available this time.

Expect the 0-60 mph time to approach 4.0 seconds and the top speed to lie somewhere above 180 mph.

Other upgrades will include lowered suspension, a more aggressive aero kit with larger intakes, plus uprated brakes and sharpened steering.

https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1022878_2019-porsche-718-cayman-gt4-spy-shots

 

[FT-1]

Those stats are perfect for a road-going track day machine... A bit too perfect, this car's value will appreciate after leaving the factory!

 

[ProjectWHaT]

New pics of the 718 GT4

 

[SlipZtrEm]

The big question — and a key part of its appeal, IMO — is which engine it'll be running. A detuned GT3 engine seems unlikely, but that's the only nat-asp engine left in Porsche's lineup. It could bring back an updated 991.1 engine, or it could just wind the boost up on the current GTS unit.

 

[ProjectWHaT]

The current rumor in the article says "4.0-liter flat-6 with 400 or more horsepower."

 

[SlipZtrEm]

The current rumor in the article says "4.0-liter flat-6 with 400 or more horsepower."

Welp, that's it then. Time to sell my kidneys.

 

[Danoff]

Those stats are perfect for a road-going track day machine... A bit too perfect, this car's value will appreciate after leaving the factory!

TBH, I think that's more than most drivers can really handle at the track. It's out of my league for sure. The horsepower will be more... usable on the road ironically.

 

[Bram Turismo]

TBH, I think that's more than most drivers can really handle at the track. It's out of my league for sure. The horsepower will be more... usable on the road ironically.

Having driven a 2006 Cayman S recently, I thought that 300hp was pretty much all one would ever need from a sportscar.

 

[kikie]

The more hp and torque, the better. It can't never be enough. Combined with a perfect suspension and tires to have optimum traction.

Or a very lightweight sportscar with less hp and less torque (acceptable power) and the same superb traction is equally good.

A sportscar tuned to perfection for perfect and pure ride quality is actually more preferable than a high powered sportscar that can do 0 - 62 in 2.5 seconds.

Cayman is, AFAIK such a driver's car. Too bad, no flame war intended because it is my personal opinion, I don't really like the looks of a Cayman.

 

[Eunos_Cosmo]

The more hp and torque, the better. It can't never be enough. Combined with a perfect suspension and tires to have optimum traction.


A sportscar tuned to perfection for perfect and pure ride quality is actually more preferable than a high powered sportscar that can do 0 - 62 in 2.5 seconds.

Hmmmm...

Side note, it is now possible to spec a $100k Boxster.

Seems like a lot of money for a 4-cylinder car.

 

[kikie]

Hmmmm...

No hmmmm. The more hp and torque, the better was meant, partially as a joke. I like hp and torque, especially torque.



If you carefully read what I wrote you will see that I was talking about two different cars and two different scenarios. It was absolutely no contradiction at all, eventhough you think it is. If a car is a pure driver's car, it doesn't need all the hp and torque. It it's not, hp and torque is preferable.
E.g. a Toyota GT86.

 

[Beeblebrox237]

Porsche have announced the 718 T, which features similar sorts of upgrades given to the 911 T including shorter gearing, fixing one of the biggest complaints about the 718: https://www.evo.co.uk/news/22082/po...-t-revealed-crosshairs-are-on-the-alpine-a110

 

[kikie]

Beautiful cars. Releasing a 718 T, does this mean that there is a new model in the making?

 

[Beeblebrox237]

I think they've got to bring out the 718 GT4 first, so I reckon there's another year at least of this model, maybe two.

 

[C_L]

I think that's a typo in the Evo link - the 6 speed manual gets shorter gear throws presumably via short-shift kit. It's been hotly discussed whether the 718T would see a higher final gearing akin to the 911T, which is one of the primary benefits of that model.

I haven't seen it mentioned anywhere else that the 718T would have different gearing, just shorter throws on the gear lever.

For the price I think it's still an outstanding value sports car and best in class. All the go fast kit on a 'pure' sports car that isn't limited to production or allocation and affordable for most middle-class and up AND you can still choose your own color and options. This is a great bunt to enthusiasts by Porsche - sadly everyone, including myself, is going to get hung up about a 2 liter turbo with only 300 hp. Albeit one that does 0-60 in 3,9 seconds which is.. uh.. impressive to say the least.

Still, it isn't a $130,000 GT4 with 400 hp and LWB seats

 

[Nogoodname]

I think they've got to bring out the 718 GT4 first, so I reckon there's another year at least of this model, maybe two.

I totally agree the body style is getting old now.

 

[Eunos_Cosmo]

I think that's a typo in the Evo link - the 6 speed manual gets shorter gear throws presumably via short-shift kit. It's been hotly discussed whether the 718T would see a higher final gearing akin to the 911T, which is one of the primary benefits of that model.

I haven't seen it mentioned anywhere else that the 718T would have different gearing, just shorter throws on the gear lever.

For the price I think it's still an outstanding value sports car and best in class. All the go fast kit on a 'pure' sports car that isn't limited to production or allocation and affordable for most middle-class and up AND you can still choose your own color and options. This is a great bunt to enthusiasts by Porsche - sadly everyone, including myself, is going to get hung up about a 2 liter turbo with only 300 hp. Albeit one that does 0-60 in 3,9 seconds which is.. uh.. impressive to say the least.

Still, it isn't a $130,000 GT4 with 400 hp and LWB seats

Most middle-class people cannot afford a $60,000 car, and that's just the base price...

 

[jjaisli]

...and that's just the base price...

Indeed.

 

[kikie]

Porsche should make a hard top for the next Boxter models. It is a personal thing. I like hard tops on convertibles and the Boxter looks better than the Cayman (IMHO).

 

[ProjectWHaT]

718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport

In developing the new 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport, the focus was put not only on further improved driveability and faster lap times but also on the sustainable use of raw materials. The 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport is the first ever production race car to feature body parts made of natural-fibre composite material. The driver and co-driver doors and the rear wing are made of an organic fibre mix, which are sourced primarily from agricultural by-products such as flax or hemp fibres and feature similar properties to carbon fibre in terms of weight and stiffness.

Powering the 718 GT4 Clubsport is a 3.8-litre flat-six engine producing 313 kW (425 hp). Compared to its predecessor, this represents a 40-hp increase in performance. The power is transferred to the rear wheels via a Porsche dual-clutch gearbox with six gears and mechanical rear axle differential lock. The lightweight spring-strut front suspension is taken from its big 911 GT3 Cup brother. The impressive racing brake system features steel brake discs all round measuring 380 millimetres in diameter. Tipping the scales at 1,320 kilograms, the 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport, delivered ex-works with a welded-in safety cage, a racing bucket seat as well as a six-point harness, is a real lightweight.

Two versions

The basis “Trackday” version is aimed at amateur drivers who want to take part in private track and clubsport events without major effort and outlay. The vehicle features a fixed shock absorber setup. The ABS, ESC and traction control assistance systems ensure forgiving handling at the limit and can be deactivated. Also delivered ex-works is the air-conditioning system, a rescue hatch in the roof, a handheld fire-extinguisher and an 80-litre FT3 safety fuel cell. The non-road-homologated vehicle can be serviced at all Porsche Centres. The 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport “Trackday” costs 134,000 Euro plus country-specific VAT.

The “Competition” model features a raft of details relevant for racing. The shock absorbers can be adjusted in three stages. The safety fuel tank with a capacity of 115 litres is suitable for long-distance events. Thanks to a brake balance system, the balance bias can be infinitely adjusted between the front and rear axle. An integrated air jack system guarantees fast pit stops. The quick-release racing steering wheel adopted from the 911 GT3 R ensures a range of adjustment options for the individual needs of the drivers. An automatic fire extinguishing system adds another safety feature for the racetrack. The 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport “Competition” is priced at 157,000 Euro plus country-specific VAT.

very detailed specs at the bottom of their news page
https://newsroom.porsche.com/en/pro...miere-new-718-cayman-gt4-clubsport-16733.html

 

[Silver Arrows]

So hypothetical question, but would that Trackday variant be applicable for GT4 spec racing? I assume it would have to be.

 

[kikie]

"The 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport “Competition” is priced at 157,000 Euro plus country-specific VAT".

 

[ProjectWHaT]

Looks like teams have already gotten the new car

 

[VXR]

The return of the flat 6. That's music to the ears.