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      07-26-2016, 07:40 PM   #23
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80 mph in second gear...

No denying this is a special car, one not likely to be repeated any time soon: manual only, high-reving NA engine. Wait, that sounds like the Z4M coupe. Only in 2007, I was able to get a discount on my Z4M coupe, while with the GT4, you probably can't get one and if you can, you are definitely paying well over MSRP. And that is despite the fact there were only just over 1800 Z4M coupes for model years 2007-2008 delivered to the U.S.. Times change. The Z4M is a pretty hard-core/stiff car, however; it sounds like the GT4 is more supple and certainly better balanced.

In the end, I just like the fact that Porsche built this car.
Myself and many others got MSRP, just be willing to look nationwide. You guys might be surprised and if you don't care about the carbon buckets you may be able grab a used one at a good price (slightly below msrp) about now. Lots swapping a non-bucket car for one with buckets lately.
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      07-27-2016, 08:17 AM   #24
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I think the fact Porsche built this car for enthusiasts and for their own brand kind of speaks to what it is and I love the fact that Porsche does that with many different models.

I owned the most anemic and least sexy boxster ever made and it's the only car I've ever owned that I miss for it's pure sensuality. My father passed it to me and it rode HARD, shifted like crap, and had next to no power - but damn if I didn't simply love looking at that dark blue exterior and sitting in it.

Point behind sharing that is if I didn't have 2 young boys, I'd go with a Cayman/Boxster. But with 2 young kiddos who would enjoy the hell out of driving in such a car, it's 911 or nothing.
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It's an awesome car straight out from the factory. I had a good chat with a guy who was doing ED picking up his "individual" GT4. Too bad I didn't have a chance to take a ride with him on the ring.
Great picture! Was that gentleman's name John, by any chance?
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It's an awesome car straight out from the factory. I had a good chat with a guy who was doing ED picking up his "individual" GT4. Too bad I didn't have a chance to take a ride with him on the ring.
Great picture! Was that gentleman's name John, by any chance?
I dont rmb his name to be honest, but he was doing ED with his dad. He is in his mid 20s.

If you knew who he is, tell him the young asian couple with the SO Comp M3 say hi to him.
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      07-27-2016, 11:40 AM   #27
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My only problem with the GT4 is the straight line speed.
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It just needs the Fabspeed sport headers and it sounds perfect...
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I dont rmb his name to be honest, but he was doing ED with his dad. He is in his mid 20s.

If you knew who he is, tell him the young asian couple with the SO Comp M3 say hi to him.
He lives in my neighborhood. He is a great guy, next time I see him I will let him know you all said hello! Small world.
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He lives in my neighborhood. He is a great guy, next time I see him I will let him know you all said hello! Small world.
very cool.
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Great review. The GT4 is one of my favorites, especially with our full GT450 Performance Package on it.
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Great review. The GT4 is one of my favorites, especially with our full GT450 Performance Package on it.
would LOVE to see a write up on this!!!
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I still prefer the 911
Same here, I'm not sure what it is about the Cayman but it's not my kind of car. Something about it just screams "trying too hard"
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      07-28-2016, 03:39 PM   #34
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Someone I know just picked one up yesterday, same color, and I have to say, it looks even better in person. I just couldn't find any angle where I would change even the slightest thing on this car. Just stunning looking in my opinion.
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Myself and many others got MSRP, just be willing to look nationwide. You guys might be surprised and if you don't care about the carbon buckets you may be able grab a used one at a good price (slightly below msrp) about now. Lots swapping a non-bucket car for one with buckets lately.
+1 on the MSRP and it's my first P-car.

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I might have a chance to get a VERY lightly used yellow GT4. I think it's too far out of my budget though, but it sure has me thinking.
Let's see if I can help you decide........Phil
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+30-40 bhp more on the top and it would be perfect
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      07-28-2016, 11:26 PM   #37
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+30-40 bhp more on the top and it would be perfect
It's already perfect extra hp is a bonus.
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It's pretty close, and speaking from a tracking perspective (have tracked with a few), I don't feel they are quite fast enough on long straits. They are extremely fast in corners and the ultimate momentum cars. I feel like the combination of a momentum car with enough power to hang with the big boys will be an unbeatable combo and the best of all worlds, and frankly probably will outshine the GT3, which is more of a power vs a momentum car. Been looking at various mods from German tuners, and +25-30 bhp is achievable with tuning, intake, and exhaust.

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+30-40 bhp more on the top and it would be perfect
Already completed below are results of just dundun headers and preliminary tune. Dundun said they are working with cob to gain more access to the ecu and they belive they can flatten out the power curve. Porsche really neutered the 3.8 in the cayman in comparison to the 911.






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It's a really beautiful car but its not Gods chariot. The gearing is way too long and it needs PDK. The plus side is resale. If you can get one you're not going to lose money.
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It's a really beautiful car but its not Gods chariot.
Maybe, but really, what is ?
If you dissect hard enough, you'll find some faults in almost anything out there.

Looks stunning (subjective, I know), handles great, sounds great, great fit and finish and holds the value well.
What's not to like here?
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Already completed below are results of just dundun headers and preliminary tune. Dundun said they are working with cob to gain more access to the ecu and they belive they can flatten out the power curve. Porsche really neutered the 3.8 in the cayman in comparison to the 911.
Fabspeed has already done it fabspeed gt450 package/
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Maybe, but really, what is ?
If you dissect hard enough, you'll find some faults in almost anything out there.

Looks stunning (subjective, I know), handles great, sounds great, great fit and finish and holds the value well.
What's not to like here?
Its a tad slow due to gearing and it should have a PDK option.
I owned one for four months before dumping it in favor of a GT3.
The GT4 is beautiful but lacks the oomph of its big brother.
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Its a tad slow due to gearing and it should have a PDK option.
I owned one for four months before dumping it in favor of a GT3.
The GT4 is beautiful but lacks the oomph of its big brother.
Right, as it should, given the price difference.

I get what you're trying to say, no disagreement, but to me GT4 is a beautifully built car. There's always "better" out there somewhere.
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