Popular Post Jonnyb Posted April 26, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted April 26, 2018 Hi All, Picked up a new 718 Cayman on Monday. Haven't had too many high performance cars previously (MGF VVC, Z4 Coupe most notable) but have now moved onto something truly special. Really pleased so far although the running-in period is amazingly long so may take me a few weeks before i can really enjoy but i'm sure it will be worth the wait. The car is an incredible occasion, from dropping into the cockpit to getting the car started and just cruising around slowly. Have only had positive feedback from people so far which is great and really pleased with spec/ colour combo which was a bit of a risk as had not seen in the flesh before Planning on coming to the SS meet this Sunday, have a trip to Wales planned early May to experience the roads there, looking on getting to a few track days too this year with Silverstone and Bedford close-by. Hopefully will get to meet some like minded people doing so! Jonny 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garytipping Posted May 1, 2018 Share Posted May 1, 2018 Welcome. Your car looks great, like the colour. I'm in Buckingham, sure to meet up at an event some time. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jonnyb Posted May 8, 2018 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 8, 2018 On 01/05/2018 at 21:24, garytipping said: Welcome. Your car looks great, like the colour. I'm in Buckingham, sure to meet up at an event some time. Gary Cheers Gary. Definitely will say hi at the next event Off work this week and over in the Brecons tonight. Ive had worse Tuesdays 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garytipping Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 Stunning, and a great view! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushman Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 Hi Jonny. if someone just described to me that they had just bought a glossy primer grey Porker, I would have cringed, But seeing the pics, it really works, looks classy, nice one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJMC Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 I had a 718 loan car last week... What really stood out was the truly awful suspension. Jiggly ride, crashing in town, constant bobbling on the motorway. I would reject absolutely any car this bad. Reminded me of the equally bad Audi S-Line set up. I recall the 718S I tested had PASM which was OK but set stiffer than on my 981 with PASM. Mind you, this one's suspension totally distracted me from worrying about the exhaust note. It sounded like any old family saloon, with a bit of vacuum cleaner hum thrown in when I put my foot down. Turbo lag, over-run, gas pedal not connected to the engine - those were some of the other issues. I have to admit the first thing I said when shown the car was "did they forget to paint it?" Not my cup of tea at all. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trickle Posted May 9, 2018 Share Posted May 9, 2018 42 minutes ago, DJMC said: I had a 718 loan car last week... What really stood out was the truly awful suspension. Jiggly ride, crashing in town, constant bobbling on the motorway. I would reject absolutely any car this bad. Reminded me of the equally bad Audi S-Line set up. I recall the 718S I tested had PASM which was OK but set stiffer than on my 981 with PASM. Mind you, this one's suspension totally distracted me from worrying about the exhaust note. It sounded like any old family saloon, with a bit of vacuum cleaner hum thrown in when I put my foot down. Turbo lag, over-run, gas pedal not connected to the engine - those were some of the other issues. I have to admit the first thing I said when shown the car was "did they forget to paint it?" Not my cup of tea at all. Award for slating the new members pride and joy goes to you fella! ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJMC Posted May 10, 2018 Share Posted May 10, 2018 9 hours ago, Trickle said: Award for slating the new members pride and joy goes to you fella! ? I think you'll find his is a Cayman. If it's anything like the Boxster it shouldn't be allowed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonnyb Posted May 10, 2018 Author Share Posted May 10, 2018 11 hours ago, Bushman said: Hi Jonny. if someone just described to me that they had just bought a glossy primer grey Porker, I would have cringed, But seeing the pics, it really works, looks classy, nice one. Thanks. Hadn't seen it in the flesh before but wanted to try something a little different you can't get on other cars but that wasn't too 'showy' as mines a DD and already stands out enough in the work car park. Really pleased with how it looks though DJMC realise it isn't for everyone but after coming back from my trip to Wales over the last couple of days I don't think there was anything else I'd want to be in. Ride was great, damping superb, body control amazing and the engine note further up the rev range sounds really good to my ears as well as low down torque to slingshot you out of corners. Really pleased with it and is perfect all round car for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJMC Posted May 11, 2018 Share Posted May 11, 2018 Well a Cayman will always ride better than a Boxster and for all I know they may have differing suspension setups. I wonder now if the transit blocks had been removed from the Boxsters springs? It was fresh in, 25 miles on the clock, and the service receptionist had to remove the protective film from the sills while I stood by it. There was a case of this on PH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil27 Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 That is a great looking Cayman I really like the colour very nice. Sounds like you are certainly enjoying the new motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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