Used 2008 Porsche Cayman Consumer Reviews
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I've ruined all other cars for myself...
blue098, 05/14/2012
2008 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
25 of 25 people found this review helpful
I bought this car used 12 months ago and have put over 10K miles on it. Every mile driven has been a joyous one and I've had no performance or mechanical problems with it so far (at 28K total miles). A few minor interior rattles (easily fixed) and some minor comfort issues for the longer trips but without a doubt the most fun & engaging vehicle I've ever driven. And I've driven cars of all types, sizes, shapes, and costs. People regularly give it some great looks when I'm driving around town and rarely does a highway trip happen that someone doesn't pull up next to me with a "thumbs up". Sounds great, handles great, and has more storage room than you'd think given it's size.
2008 Cayman
Herb, 06/10/2008
2008 Porsche Cayman 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is the latest of many Porsches I have owned. My first 911 was purchased in 1972 and the last was a 1997 993 C4S. All great cars, though the Cayman really answers the quest for a drivers car. The balance, practicality and performance put a smile on you face whether you're on the freeway, twisties or just around town.
Best Car I have ever owned
TH, 05/19/2009
2008 Porsche Cayman 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for one year. It has been great. Two major trips of 1,000 miles, plenty of room for luggage for two. No need for trips to the dealership, reliability is the best I have seen in years. Well put together, a great engine sound, seats and ride is very acceptable for a sports car. Great Fuel economy - average 24 mpg around town and 31 mpg on our two trips.
The Perfect Car
Nick, 08/18/2008
2008 Porsche Cayman 2dr Coupe (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
The Porsche Cayman is by far the most well engineered car I have driven. I have test driven most of its competitors and the handling, responsiveness, as well as the overall quality is superb without reservation. The mileage for a sports car is excellent and surprised me. The comfort is excellent, especially in the lower back area. I have been envying Porsches ever since I was in high-school. As another Porsche owner told me, this is a sports car not a luxury car masquerading as a sports car. After I drove it I could clearly see what she meant. The swaying factor around curves is for the most part non-existent. The bottom line is this car is the best choice in its class.
best looking , performing car I have seen
Dan Smith, 08/08/2017
updated 08/09/2018
2008 Porsche Cayman S 2dr Coupe (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
I selected the 08 because it did NOT have all the electronic crap that they put in today. I want a drivers performance sport car that drives like a formula 1 car. I did not want a computer, phone, gizmo terminal that is to defeat the reason to have a porsche . Running Michelin PS Z tires and the car is stable and smooth all the way to 150.... I can take 55 mph curves at 100 with ease. When manual shifting I wind it to 4800 rpm and shift... and you feel like your on a rocket... in 400 yards your doing 80.... from a standing start. Gas milage, about 19.8-20.5 at speeds of 75-85 Ac is good. What I do like is the simple dash with out the screens and entertainment. Everything easy to run. Gages easy to read, I have a MBZ 250 coupe and the porsche is in the same quality range Dealer service is fantastic and I get new Porsche loaner cars wa every service. With 80,000 miles any worry about engine problems is far from a problem. Sold the car last month, because I came to the realization that I was overwhelmed by the high performance and speed the Caymen would do... Speed? In a short deserted desert road I put it to the floor....got to 155 before I backed off...it was still climbing. This is a car for the person that is on top of his driving game and skill. The car demands 200% attention like flying an airplane,if you don't have that skill level it can kill you.... This is not a daily commute driver. Its hard core performance stuff. You can keep up with Lamborghini and Ferrari's if that is your wish ( top speed Porsche lists is 212 mph) After owing the car for a year, I came to the realization that if I kept the car it would very likely kill me. Its a safe car as I mentioned it is like a safe airplane in that it requires a person trained in its operation. You can not just go turn the key and zip off because your going to be unaware of the dangers of operation such a high performance machine and worse the temptation to exceed your ability skill level very, very fast I sold the car recognizing that it is like a motorcycle in that its not IF it is going to hurt you but WHEN. I also discovered that My MBZ 250C, with the same tires, handled just about as well and a lot more comfortably and quietly. It was fun to drive but I quickly became aware of the temptation to exceed safe limits, for me.
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