Cayman R Paul Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 I'd rather like it mapped out. Perhaps they could map in some grunt below 4k rpm while they are at it.... although I do like the wee kick then the thing wakens up around that point in the rev range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frayz Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Not sure what this flat Spot is as my car was mapped before I purchased it. It can certainly be cleaned up as mine revs out clean with torque all the way to the redline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masher964 Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 On 05/01/2019 at 17:59, Windymiller said: Et voila: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5ae970eeed915d42f42b60bb/GIA_0224_2016-00.pdf articles 2, 4, 39, 45, 46 & 57 make for interesting reading... now, any lawyers amongst us that want to bring a class action against Porsche GB viz the ‘infamous’ Cayman flat spot to get us all some compo.... 🤔😉👍🏻 Great sharing of info. I wonder what the grounds were for Porsche paying out on this case? Settling out of court to stop any judicial judgement that might embarrass them? Can't deny £34k would be a handy sum to receive... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budflicker Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 (edited) A quick photo of the R on a little run out the other week... roll on the better weather. Edited February 13, 2019 by Budflicker 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windymiller Posted February 13, 2019 Share Posted February 13, 2019 8 hours ago, Budflicker said: A quick photo of the R on a little run out the other week... roll on the better weather. Looks great in viper green 👍🏻 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MJ Posted February 18, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 18, 2019 Might be selling my CR sometime soon if there are any budding R owners interested. A fantastic car that I have owned for 3 years but due to me buying another car I expect I will be selling this. Red, PDK, carbon buckets, spyder wheels, private CR plate,43k miles, aircon. Will probably sell around the 38-39k mark, but I'm not in any rush. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masher Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 Absolutely nothing to do with me but this 34,000 mile sub £40k Cayman R looks a good deal. Hope their not all heading south in value! https://www.autostoresales.co.uk/porschecaymanr Cheers Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Fagan Posted June 14, 2019 Author Share Posted June 14, 2019 59 minutes ago, Masher said: Absolutely nothing to do with me but this 34,000 mile sub £40k Cayman R looks a good deal. Hope their not all heading south in value! https://www.autostoresales.co.uk/porschecaymanr Cheers Mick I don't think at sub 50k they'll ever go South. GT3 RS etc at 200K plus may do but not these as they're such great value and unique as they are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougle_turbo Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 It's got a funny looking gear stick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrVert Posted June 15, 2019 Share Posted June 15, 2019 Just bought this from OPC, collecting next week... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cwhizz Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 MrVert, good choice. Think the platinum silver is an underated colour for the R, especially with the black wheels. Mine actually came with the silver Boxster Spyders, but put these 981 wheels on as they were black and a lot cheaper to replace than the spyders should I ding one. Bet you can't wait! It is worth it though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrVert Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 (edited) On 16/06/2019 at 10:43, Cwhizz said: MrVert, good choice. Think the platinum silver is an underated colour for the R, especially with the black wheels. Mine actually came with the silver Boxster Spyders, but put these 981 wheels on as they were black and a lot cheaper to replace than the spyders should I ding one. Bet you can't wait! It is worth it though... Yes, can't wait! Coming from a long line of 911's previously including 1 x GT3 so it's a bit of a departure! I reckon it'll be hardcore enough for me though! The carbon buckets are just beautiful and fit me like a glove! I'll do some decent pics when I have her back home. Like the 981 wheels, they are different and really suit the car! Edited June 17, 2019 by MrVert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 911jon Posted September 17, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted September 17, 2019 Well, I might as well join this forum too. One can never have too many to follow.... I suspect that probably pretty much the same crew cohabit PH, PCGB and here? So, why did I buy my R? I have a 1988 3.2 Carrera that is currently undergoing restoration work. Driving that for the last 18 years has given me a taste for uncomplicated driving machines. I've been through a few more modern performance cars, but none has ever matched the purity and joy of the 911 as a driving machine. My initial criteria: 1: Must be manual. I do understand that PDK is much faster than me and makes the car faster too, but I want to decide when and how to change gear. I know, I know, I'm a dinosaur. 2: Purest available driving experience in a reasonably modern Porsche (that means post 2008 due to the IMS bearing issues etc). 3: No interest in toys/music/comforts. I have all that in my family car. I strongly considered the following: 997.2 3.6 Carrera 2. I think it is underrated; living in the shadow of the 997 S. I have driven one and found it pleasingly communicative and involving, with an engine I prefer to the 3.8. A very close call vs. the R. 981 GTS. A delightful car, but somehow less feel and soul (for me!) than a 987 R. A little too contrived in terms of exhaust sound, EPAS, electric handbrake are all minuses in the dinosaur handbook. 981 GT4: Prices have been dropping fast, but I was only slightly tempted. It's a great car, but a bit too much of an aggressive track weapon for me. 987 R: I first drove a PDK (thanks to Porsche Tewkesbury), and as soon as I did, i knew I had to have a manual. My car miraculously appeared privately for sale within 10 miles of my home. Deal done! I love it; it's one hell of a car for the money. It's one hell of a car for any money! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windymiller Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 On 17/09/2019 at 17:45, 911jon said: I love it; it's one hell of a car for the money. It's one hell of a car for any money! She’s a looker for sure 😍 - great colour combo, lucky man 👍🏻 welcome to the COC matey (unfortunate but affectionately used acronym... 😉) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevenfourate Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 (edited) On 15/06/2019 at 12:28, MrVert said: Just bought this from OPC, collecting next week... As above - that's absolutely understatedly stunning ! One of the best looking Caymans (Certainly 987) i've ever seen. Continued health to enjoy........ Edited September 29, 2019 by sevenfourate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
911jon Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Thanks Windymiller, I am fortunate indeed to be custodian of this delightful car. Hopefully for a long time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Wingnonut Posted October 11, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 11, 2019 Hi. Just put a deposit on a CR and picking up next Saturday. I also have a 3.2 Carrera like Jon above (must be a thing as there are a few on IB.com with CRs now!) Purchased through 911Virgin. Maybe the car is known around these parts? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevenfourate Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 6 hours ago, Wingnonut said: Hi. Just put a deposit on a CR and picking up next Saturday. I also have a 3.2 Carrera like Jon above (must be a thing as there are a few on IB.com with CRs now!) Purchased through 911Virgin. Maybe the car is known around these parts? Welcome aboard. Looks like a beauty from the advert pictures. Enjoy ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founder Beanoir™ Posted October 12, 2019 Founder Share Posted October 12, 2019 Lovely! Congrats and welcome!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ben Posted October 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 13, 2019 On 17/09/2019 at 17:45, 911jon said: Well, I might as well join this forum too. One can never have too many to follow.... I suspect that probably pretty much the same crew cohabit PH, PCGB and here? So, why did I buy my R? I have a 1988 3.2 Carrera that is currently undergoing restoration work. Driving that for the last 18 years has given me a taste for uncomplicated driving machines. I've been through a few more modern performance cars, but none has ever matched the purity and joy of the 911 as a driving machine. My initial criteria: 1: Must be manual. I do understand that PDK is much faster than me and makes the car faster too, but I want to decide when and how to change gear. I know, I know, I'm a dinosaur. 2: Purest available driving experience in a reasonably modern Porsche (that means post 2008 due to the IMS bearing issues etc). 3: No interest in toys/music/comforts. I have all that in my family car. I strongly considered the following: 997.2 3.6 Carrera 2. I think it is underrated; living in the shadow of the 997 S. I have driven one and found it pleasingly communicative and involving, with an engine I prefer to the 3.8. A very close call vs. the R. 981 GTS. A delightful car, but somehow less feel and soul (for me!) than a 987 R. A little too contrived in terms of exhaust sound, EPAS, electric handbrake are all minuses in the dinosaur handbook. 981 GT4: Prices have been dropping fast, but I was only slightly tempted. It's a great car, but a bit too much of an aggressive track weapon for me. 987 R: I first drove a PDK (thanks to Porsche Tewkesbury), and as soon as I did, i knew I had to have a manual. My car miraculously appeared privately for sale within 10 miles of my home. Deal done! I love it; it's one hell of a car for the money. It's one hell of a car for any money! Great choice! Love the colour 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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