Moving from 2014 Cayman S, what next?

Amirsm3 · 06-12-2016, 12:17 PM

Inb4OP'sGFleaveshimandhe'sstuckwithaKiaOptima

BEM-S4 · 06-12-2016, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by M3ZING

Pretty sure the S63 is 170k

Drove it. Believe it or not worth the $.

blackout23 · 06-13-2016, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by inTgr8r

Oh well....

I would agree previous to the new gen.

I really like the new one and could definitely see a 350GT sitting in my driveway with that glorious 5.2 flat plane

Isn't dealer markup bringing them north of six figures? Maybe that's just the R but I don't think they're going for MSRP. Amazing cars though- strangely my wife feels the same way about mustangs and there's just no way I could get it past her spending as much or more than my M4 on a mustang...

As for the OP, what's the point of "having a back seat" if it's not functional at all? I found myself in the same boat a few years ago, and it just so happens that a 3-series coupe (obviously now a 4-series...) has enough space in the rear to comfortably seat 2 adults. I hear talk of a TTS, you seriously might want to just stick to a 2-seater. You'll have enough space for a laptop bag, and that's about it. No car seats are going to fit back there, much less a human being out of toddler years. I would suggest a Camaro but unless they've changed with the latest remodel the back seats are almost just as useless. Fantastic car though, especially considering the price.

Glad the M4 is a definite test drive; between the DCT and the ridiculous torque of the S55, I can't comprehend anyone being disappointed by the responsiveness. The M2 is absolutely amazing, but they appear to be suffering from markup problems as well and I saw availability may be a problem for Canada... but if you can get your hands on one, seriously consider it. I haven't checked rear seat room but it's got to be more than a TT... and probably more than a 911 (which is beyond the 80k price range anyway unless you go used).

One other thing to note though- if a manual is absolutely off the list, I strongly suggest you find something with a dual clutch gearbox. The one in the M4 and M2 is fantastic (I think the M2 is technically different but they feel the same). Porsche's PDK is great too but I actually prefer the BMW DCT. Compared to any slushbox though it's just light years ahead. As someone who has driven manuals all my life, I honestly can't complain about the driving experience of my DCT M4- it is the ultimate compromise for those who just can't do manual for any of a thousand reasons (and it's much faster too...).

(That said my next car will certainly have a manual. I got the DCT because I was absolutely sick of DC traffic with a manual, but I've realized that I can just steal my wife's Macan when I have a 9am or 3pm meeting in the district. But I am happy with the DCT; it's an absolute joy on a racetrack I just get more of a kick out of day-to-day rowing through the gears).

Vetsky · 06-14-2016, 09:12 AM

Regardless of the car you choose. Please make sure you choose a DCT transmission. Having recently switched from a manual to an automatic transmission. I can tell you from personal experience. IT SUCKS.

I personally would keep the cayman and get a beater for when you need to haul crap around.

baege · 12-08-2016, 08:16 AM

so I have the itch to make a move and have the finances to go to about 120k cdn but I find myself struggling to find a car I want

a little history and a bit about what i like

on my second 981 cayman...tried the c7 didnt like it

i want manual, na (for throttle response and sound), compact car

only car that comes to mind is
991S which I have yet to drive

any other suggestions?

Sam_M · 12-08-2016, 08:21 AM

Lexus RCF?

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Lexus/RC...O&orup=12_15_0

1MOREMOD · 12-08-2016, 08:27 AM

Acr

RABAUKE · 12-08-2016, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SamM_UK

Lexus RCF?

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Lexus/RC...O&orup=12_15_0

I can't get past that grill.

gonzo · 12-08-2016, 09:20 AM

Will Canada get the manual Guilia?

TomD335xicoupe · 12-08-2016, 09:22 AM

993 4s

zer0cool · 12-08-2016, 09:23 AM

Manual and NA are going the way of the dinosaurs. Why don't you try out auto and turbo? Just get a 718 S, performs much better than 981 and sounds pretty good to me (much better than M3 to my ears; just as good as 991.2).

TomD335xicoupe · 12-08-2016, 09:26 AM

RSA

baege · 12-08-2016, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

Acr

beast but too impractical as my only car

baege · 12-08-2016, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by SamM_UK

Lexus RCF?

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Lexus/RC...O&orup=12_15_0

no manual...

inTgr8r · 12-08-2016, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by baege

so I have the itch to make a move and have the finances to go to about 120k cdn but I find myself struggling to find a car I want

a little history and a bit about what i like

on my second 981 cayman...tried the c7 didnt like it

i want manual, na (for throttle response and sound), compact car

only car that comes to mind is
991S which I have yet to drive

any other suggestions?

Your quest is becoming increasingly difficult with each successive car change.
Won't be long before the used market will be the only choice.

baege · 12-08-2016, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by zer0cool

Manual and NA are going the way of the dinosaurs. Why don't you try out auto and turbo? Just get a 718 S, performs much better than 981 and sounds pretty good to me (much better than M3 to my ears; just as good as 991.2).

i have tried lots of turbos including those that supposedly have no lag and they dont respond or sound as good as an NA

I am not adverse to larger displacement v8 turbos like amg gt but then the manual becomes an issue....

tried f type s manual....good but not quite as good as my 981...

i want to upgrade and a 991s seems like the only upgrade option out there

Deathboy · 12-08-2016, 09:57 AM

GT4/Spyder

baege · 12-08-2016, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Deathboy

GT4/Spyder

so wish I had ordered a gt4 back in fall of 2014

now they are 140k cdn and i would rather a 991 gts at that price point if i could reach it

1MOREMOD · 12-08-2016, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by baege

beast but too impractical as my only car

I know a member who only as a viper ta?

sales@vivid · 12-08-2016, 10:51 AM

What about the Audi RS5?

Deathboy · 12-08-2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by baege

so wish I had ordered a gt4 back in fall of 2014

now they are 140k cdn and i would rather a 991 gts at that price point if i could reach it

Cant go wrong with the 991GTS they are fantastic cars. Will be different going from mid engine to rear engine handling.

baege · 12-08-2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 1MOREMOD

I know a member who only as a viper ta?

i doubt he lives in the great white north

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