Why own a Porsche 987 Cayman S in 2020? 10 reasons why. 

Rented a cayman r once.... the steering wheel was so good. You can run over a dime, and the steering wheel will let you know if it is heads or tails.

The 987 is a future classic. Even Porsche tried to move away from the mistake they made of building a car that is too close to the 911 and many believe handles better. Like a go-cart and as much fun and also wont leave you in a hedge like the 911.

Raw. Real. No fat or self-charming. A very good "driver's" review. Completely helpful. Thank you.

It's funny how people have bagged on the Cayman for years, then all of a sudden recognize it's a great car. Fact is the 911 RSR is the Racing version of the Cayman. And really the only Porsche that is true to its roots.

I've had my 1986 Porsche 930 Turbo since 1994 which I used as my daily driver virtually all of that time. I purchased a 2006 Porsche Cayman S (w/ manual transmission) about a year ago which I then exchanged as my daily driver. Your video contributed to my purchasing decision a year ago. I could (not would!) basically buy any car I wanted and I never considered buying a Cayman for one moment, ever! Until I did. Then I drove one. A seller in San Diego gave me his for 3 days without even looking at my license! That car impressed me. Everything else I was about to pull the trigger on (Mercedes AMG SL55's, Porsche 911's) took a backseat. After one year of putting the Cayman through my ownership tests (which are not for the unskilled, stupid or faint-hearted) I would agree with your overall assessment and each of the "Ten Reasons", 100%. I have been very satisfied with my buying decision! There is no substitute.

Total classic. Refined like the newer cars, but still raw like the older cars. Just got an 09 Boxster S a few weeks ago, for all the reasons you list.

Hard to not get poetic when describing the 987. Believe me, I seen many cars in my lifetime be cheap and a decade later become collectors items despite their flaws. One more thing I would like to add is that if you join PCA and become active in your regional events, you will meet the coolest people!

I'm started this journey wanting a 981, then a 987.2 after watching the everyday driver, but I think a 987.1 would be an awesome entry into Porsche.

Just got mine a few weeks ago. This was actually a very informative video, prob the best cayman video I've watched. I can't believe that less than 8k sold in North America every year.

It’s the best Porsche design Porsche has ever made especially the 987 the Ur - Cayman I have a 2008 987 base version 100.000 miles on the clock no issues none drive it every day also in winter !

Thank you for mentioning the beautiful look of the Cayman. It isn’t talked about enough. The 987 rear deck lid itself sets it apart from all of the other the 911s, 981s, and why I plant my flag here. The fact that it is affordable, is simply nuts. I owned a 2008 S. Brilliant car. I now own an even rarer 2011 S. Both 6 speed, both black on black. No slight to the first generation AT ALL, but trust me, they aren’t the same car. The second generation is EVEN BETTER. The fact that it will, AT THE VERY LEAST, hold it’s value is icing. They’re hard too find and the secret is out. Be careful out there!

I agree with everything here...been looking at the Cayman S for many years. Just pulled the trigger a couple months ago and so very glad I did. Awesome content...subbed.

Got mine in July 2020. 987 Cayman S with PASM and Sports Chrono and the 19" design wheels. Manual (of course). Just a wonderful, gorgeous car. Drives amazingly. I dont think I will ever sell it.

100% agree (said by an old Porsche-nerd, 25 years ago 911 Targa owner). Nowdays got a 2006 manual (of course) Cayman S.

I agree with more or less everything you've said. Ive just picked up my own 987.2 and it is in my opinion the best car for what I need. Yes there are better faster cars out there but when you factor in $ to fun/reliability/feel etc, I think nothing else comes close. Enjoy your 987 and drive safe!

Stunning design from Pinky Lai... Future classic

Enjoyed the review. Porsche's are intuitive in handling. This is what makes them so special in my opinion. Total drivers car in a manual gear box.

i just bought a Unicorn of a 987.1 08 CS. with geniune oem 996 gt3 lightweight bucket seats, roll cage, exhaust, lsd, center radiator, list goes on, ruby red with tan interior; amazing cars to drive.

Shhh...keep the secret

Your list explains exactly why I got my Dark Teal Metallic (Lago Green) 07 back in February. Just wish there were better roads in the greater Philly area.

I love my 987 Cayman S Design 1 Edition. Only 777 produced.

Hey man, I liked your take on the aesthetics of the car. From some perspectives it's a breathtaking piece - I own a black 987.2S.

My 2006 boxster s is almost? like it, and I love it, same points that I get from driving it, especially in HAWAII, open top, rainbows, sunsets, moon and stars!!! Aloha and mahalo, thnxs.

You forgot the grocery getter qualities - it is impossible to exhaust the cargo space with groceries alone.

I've got one in artic silver. Cayman S 2007 987.1 and no issues. Love it to bits. Only 55,777 ks on mine. (as of pulling into work this morning). (~35,000 miles). I was always chasing a Ferrari, and then after going in a friends 997 Carrera S, I began researching Porsches, discovered the Cayman, which in my view is the most "Ferrari" Porsche ever produced, and fell in love. Wonderful car, and modern Porsches just look better and better as time goes on. They are doing amazing things these days. Great video.

It will go down as the last of the old school Porsches. Owned a 981 Boxster S but it lost some of the road feel in transition. Just felt more domesticated

Everything he listed is also true about the base model.

One of the main things for me is that it look modernn, timeless, Porche... and if you put led headlight and tail light, i looks waaay mor modern, i love it

I bought a 2010 cayman 987. gen 2 as it is Raw compared to the later 981 models as these are more refined. Which ever angle viewed at it looks stunning with a sense of uniqueness which is being lost with newer generations as they are refined

I love the way pause when the engine Roars. Sounds really good

Got my 2009 last year. Still lovin it!

Great analysis, Joe. I think joy is a great #1 pick. Just makes you feel happy and makes you feel like you're a better driver than you are. I also think the fast back look harks back to the 550 Spyder. I have a silver 2006 S that gets smiles every day.

Bought mine new, 9 years and can't find anything better to drive in the smiles per mile category. To sum it up in 2 words.... "Jet Ski" for the road.

I don’t think I’d ever want a car other than a porsche, but although I worked on lots of cars, by the time I could afford one, too much has changed. Drove my 2003 Boxster to 125,000 miles and my current 2016 Boxster is great fun and plan to keep it another 10 years, and I’m down to one car, as I’d drive my Mini 1/2 the time to keep my miles down, but now my commute is down to 11 miles each way v. 40. Just afraid ICE’s will disappear, and in that case, might buy 1 more if that appears to be inevitable.

the steering feel is pretty amazing in these cars, its just right, fast but not ridiculous, it has a level of practicality and its very reliable.

got an 07 base model with 98k + 5 speed manual in great condition for 23k this week. Markets fucked for sure, but its my second car and I cant wait to fly out to get it later this week!

I've come to think this is one of the best looking cars ever made

Bro. By the filming of this video - your Cayman DESPERATELY need a proper paint-detailing. Some serious circles and scratches all over the paint. The "drawback" of black paint - you can't have "secrets". :) I bought my first 987.1S in 2019, superhappy with it. The balance is terrific and the response on the downshifts with the manual gearbox is so much fun. Driven the car 50.000 km since April 2019 to January 2021. Highly recommend the 987.1S. Great machine, very all-round and very generous luggage-space. Used the car for raodtrips, daily commuting, and track-use. As long as one maintain it often and after each track-use, it will keep up with your temper. :)

What an articulate review. Thank you!

Great vid and enjoyed all the reasons, but please get that machine polished. The swirls at 8.00 look awful.

Perfect representation of that incredible car! Greetings from 🇮🇹

Agree with pretty much everything you said-in fact I had this EXACT same car, down to the wheels, only in white. Sold it because I had many issues with it. I disagree about the rarity of these cars, especially the 987.1 models-they are all over the place and can be had for fairly cheap. The 987.2 models are the coveted models because of the no IMS bearing issue. That issue alone will ALWAYS make them more valuable than the 987.1 models, and their current prices relative to the 987.1s reflect that. I now own a 981 S with PSE and I have to say, it’s a MUCH more refined ride than my old 987.1 and the sound is AWESOME. Better gearbox and the sport suspension is sublime. Also MUCH better brakes. And the car weighs the same as the 987 series. The 987s are great cars, though. I just prefer the 981s.

I just got mine. It's awesome

Looks like my next car!

Thanks for filming me!

Just bought mine a month ago. It looks exactly like yours! In fact I think you're driving my car! jk Great review! Loving mine as well!

Maybe the most beautiful porsche in the 00' until now.

Still got mine 2007 S , 8 k miles by now

REALLY smartly done. ty!

Shoutout Tarrytown! Haha ... great vid

Here I’m 15 months later wanting one so bad but only finding ones with lower mileage for 28-32k :’(

I want this car so much, luckily they don't cost so much, but as a young driver I won't be able to get insured.

What do you think of the 981 and 718?

Just bought my first Porsche. 987.2 CS

The best car!!

great video

Good video Cayman brother 👍

Stop it already!! They hella expensive already, u praising journalists keep prices up

Love my 987

💙I Totally Agree ☺

Because the newer ones are too wide for my garage 😅

So why does everybody want a Cayman versus a Boxster? Is it because they are more rare, or that the cost more money (weird Porsche pricing)? I've driven both, and can't really tell the difference in the way the drive or feel. What, people don't like convertibles anymore?!? I'm just trying to figure out the trend here. Thanks.

Joe, I have same year same color as yours... great car! It is absolutely all about the "drivability" and looks. What make and size of wheel do you have? What size tire? Do you have a spacer on the rear wheels? Enjoy!

Nice vid and I completely agree whith all you said.

3 years down the line and the prices have gone down. Ive got a Cayman superb car but it will continue to loose money. In my opinion it will be a very long time before it increases if at all.

Tarry town is awesome for shooting

Because it Still looks better than 99% of anything on the road.

how reliable is the cayman 987?

The difference between asphalt & blacktop? Drive a 987 CS and you'll understand!

Mr clean drives a cayman? Earrings and all😂

How is the maintenance on this? Is it hard to work on since its mid engine?

I honestly like the look of the caymen better than the 911. I know it's such a horrible statement....but I do.

What mic you using? Picking up a lot of noise as you go over bumps in the road.

Can you tell me the model number for your wheels I like those?

You need a paint correction

Man! Those roads are rough! Lol!

What is your color combo?

I own a 2006 Cayman S in the UK may sell if anyone interested.

Noobish question : Is this automatic or manual?

does the engine put off much heat into the cabin?

Man, these dumb ass market is just ridiculous. 987 seems close to 40k. Fracking serious?