Porsche Cayman GT4 Review 

Haha. I actually can't argue with that!

Our 1983 944 is all the Porsche we can afford!!!😂😂😂 😀😀🚘🚘🏁🏁🍺🍺🍺

Thanks so much for the feedback Nicholas. Really glad to hear you got something out of it!

I bought one of these new in 2015 and absolutely loved it. Was on the verge of doing the shorter gear set, but ended up buying a good friend’s 991.2 GT3 with 2K miles instead. I really wanted the GT4RS, but with the absolute extortion of dealer markup that US Porsche dealers get for one it was a no-go even after having a deposit on one for over two years before. Even being a 28 year multi-car client didn’t help, which is not how Porsche used to do business

Hey Doug. Thanks so much for the comment. That’s exactly right regarding not needing to rev the guys out of it. And even still, I still find plenty of opportunities to open it right up.

Oh Chris I reckon the GTS 4.0 is the absolute sweet spot actually! What an awesome car, especially if you plan to do some miles!

Thanks so much Ben! Really appreciate the comment and the support 🙏🏻

Hey thanks Marc! Agreed, they’re just so good.

They're pretty foolproof from what I understand. I'd look for one with the extended Porsche warranty for peace of mind for sure. Also, if you're going to be doing a lot of miles, make sure it has the larger fuel tank!

718 GTS 4.0 could be even MORE of a sweet spot for the kind of driving I do. Magnificent car! The roads featured in the video are in the Dandenongs. Mostly around Launching Place.

Thanks so much for watching and for the comment Charles!

Thanks my man! It’d want to be - only took seven months 🤦🏼‍♂️

Thanks so much for the comment. I agree with you regarding ratios. For me it’s not a problem and I never worry that the car is not in its powerband.

Bloody game changer they were.

Hey thanks so much!

Thanks so much! Appreciate you checking it out!

Hey Steve. Ah nice one! The R is a car that has always intrigued me. How long have you had it?

@@lastrasp Around 12 months, and 7000km.. We have been down down to Tassie and across to Adelaide. Good fun.

Have definitely marinated, stewed and casseroled for this one.

Your 964 is bloody lovely so I hope you never have to decide that too!

Was just talking to a friend about soft tops and how much they can add to the experience - especially the soundtrack! The Spyder is awesome.

Hey Matt. 987 is so good - completely understand that making you grin from ear to ear! I'd love to review a GT4RS. Not sure if it'll happen but I should have some other big hitters coming to the channel soon.

@@lastrasp I look forward to viewing more content. 👍

Well that’s what’s so great about Porsche. There’s a flavor for everyone! (But my 964 is still my favourite - just).

Sounds like you’ve got the perfect setup. I miss mine!

its not too late to buy another!@@lastrasp

Hey Smiffy Wow, that’s quite the pairing you’re choosing between! Disclaimer at the beginning. I’ve never driven a Turbo S. I did own a 991.1 Carrera S PDK so there are some similarities but none of the brutal acceleration of the Turbo. Two quite different experiences. Turbo S insanely quick and capable. PDK is absolutely lovely too. Magnificent car for road trips etc. GT4 not as fast in a straight-line but super engaging and fun with the manual shift. A bit louder and more raw but super fun. Ultimately depends on the kind of driving you’re wanting to do. If you’re doing long road trips with occasional twisties etc I’d probably go the Turbo S. If you’re just looking for fun in the twisties and a highly engaging experience, it’s hard to go past the GT4.

100% no argument from me. The platform is just so effective.

@@lastrasp and that just speaks to how good of a brand Porsche is. Boxster is the best roadster on the market unless you want the cool factor and can afford a Cobra.

@@996Revival absolutely spot on. Porsche just gets it right time after time.

Agreed Harry! Exceptional indeed.

Yep, there are definitely options out there if you really want to go down the rabbit hole. Reviews I've seen with some of these modifications sound amazing. But like you say, it's a very solid package straight out of the box.

Yup mine has the gearing changed and it makes a big difference

Pretty different to be honest. A lot louder and more aggressive. Comfortable at cruising speeds though.

Hey Steve. The car was here for a good time, not a long time sadly. Wasn't my intention to sell it but just had some other things I needed to prioritise for now. Still got my trusty 964 though!

No it was an option. Same as the GT3. The carbon buckets do look great. Some people love some people not so much.

@@lastrasp Cheers for the reply, my boss had one back I 2016. I loved that car and the carbon seats looked great.

No he wasn’t. But he’s doesn’t drive faster than 40 mph so hadn’t experienced the effect. 😉

718 GT4 is 4.0 but the 981 GT4 is a 3.8 👌🏼

Thanks Brendan! Hard to argue with you there 🤷🏼‍♂️

I’ve not driven an Exige but have heard it is certainly a fun, analogue experience. Cheers for the comment!

Haha. Agreed!

Spot on Bill. Spot on.

Gotcha

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Great input Ed. I love reading a contrary view. As always with Porsche not every flavour suits everyone's needs. Our perception of whether a car lives up to its hype or not is entirely subjective and depends entirely upon what we're each looking for. In my case it works beautifully. Sounds like - based on your experience - it's not the car for you!

A measured response indeed squire!

Sounded like a Subaru? You must have been in a 718 4 cylinder turbo Cayman which does have that tone, as the GT4’s do not sound like Subarus.

@@993mike correct, the boxer four sounds like a flat four, imagine that! 🤣🤣

No way does a GT4 sounds like a Subaru lmao

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