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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

A sleek black Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS with gold rims and a rear spoiler is on display in the showroom. Track-ready and stunning, this sports car is now for sale.

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 06, 2024

Track-Ready Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS For Sale

While many automotive enthusiasts celebrate Porsche’s luxury performance vehicle lineup, a certain group of Porsche models enjoys added appeal and coveted status among those who collect purist-oriented, high-performance driver’s cars. Those are, of course, Porsche’s GT cars, which originally consisted of the Porsche 911 GT3 and Porsche 911 GT2, and then the 911 GT3 RS and GT2 RS, but has since expanded to include a GT version of Porsche’s mid-engined sports car, the 718 Cayman: the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. View Listing & Financing In more recent years, an even more serious variant of the 718 Cayman emerged: the 718 Cayman GT4 RS. With its 4.0-liter flat-six engine drive directly from the Porsche 911 GT3, the GT4 RS boasts a compelling 493 horsepower, which is sent to the rear wheels through a PDK transmission that allows for quick acceleration and a high top speed. Its lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics, including a swan-neck wing, also derived from the racing-inspired 911 GT3, gives it thrilling performance and the potential for quick lap times on any circuit. Being one of the latest additions to one of Porsche’s most coveted lineups, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is not an easy car to get your hands on, but one is available for sale at Long Island Sports Cars in Roslyn, New York, listed on duPont REGISTRY. It’s equipped with the coveted Weissach Package for further enhanced performance, as well as Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes, and the front axle lift system, an expensive option. With its black-on-black configuration, it fits seamlessly into any garage and is the perfect racing-oriented addition to any luxury and exotic car collection. View the price and listing by clicking the button.

By Tyler Rampersaud – March 05, 2024

Watch The 1,088HP Porsche GT4 ePerformance Drift In Snow

Electrified racing innovation has a snow day. The Porsche GT4 ePerformance is currently on a mission to change the racing world. As an all-electric race car, it boasts an incredible 1,088 horsepower, and has the capability to change its power output, depending on whether the goal is to set a low qualifying time, or deliver consistent performance through a longer race. This past December, the GT4 ePerformance ventured to a different environment than the race tracks that it has become typically accustomed to, going instead to Levi, Finland, located roughly 100 miles north of the Arctic Circle for testing in extreme cold weather. The venue was the same as the iconic Porsche Ice Experience, an incredible event where attendees get the opportunity to experience Porsche performance cars in a snowy landscape, conquering high-performance driving in an environment like no other. For the snowy terrain, the GT4 ePerformance was fitted with spiked snow tires, and its incredible electric power was unleashed to drift among the Scandinavian wilderness. Despite the extreme cold weather, the performance of the GT4 ePerformance was strong, with fast charging bringing the battery back to full capacity in as little as 20 minutes, with the oil cooling system keeping it at the proper temperature throughout the testing. In addition, an experimental feature for drifting was implemented, sending power exclusively to the rear wheels when the brake and accelerator were both pressed, which only took an hour to implement, highlighting the dynamism and flexibility of electric powertrains. With a veritable spectacle in the snowy Arctic landscape of Levi, Finland, the Porsche GT4 ePerformance boasted success in its cold weather testing challenge, and continues to triumph in its journey towards bringing the racing world to the future. View All Porsches For Sale

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 08, 2023

Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Price, Specs, Photos & Review

The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is anything but shy about coming for the 911’s crown. It was 7 years ago when Porsche introduced the Cayman GT4 and unapologetically showed the beautiful and supremely dynamic mid-engined Cayman using its true potential. For years, the Cayman was known and loved as an excellent driver’s car for its sublime handling and sporty mid-engined, rear-wheel-drive layout. In fact, many thought that the Porsche Cayman threatened the Porsche 911’s legendary status with its superior weight distribution and center of gravity compared to the rear-engined model. While the 911 retains its icon status, Porsche took years to release the GT4 Cayman, seemingly afraid of the potential for a powerful Cayman to outshine Porsche’s signature car. However, eventually, the 2015 Porsche Cayman GT4 was released, and with 380 horsepower, a 4.2-second 0-60 time, and a top speed of 183 mph, it was just as amazing as the Porsche Cayman’s legions of fans thought it would be. 7 years later, however, Porsche now has something even better in its lineup with the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS stats eclipsing those of the original GT4 by a landslide. The GT4 RS shows the mid-engined Cayman with every drop of performance potential squeezed out of it that Porsche can muster, and it may well be one of the best Porsches ever. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Price If you’re interested in a Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS for sale, it’s clear that you want one of the best driver’s cars that money can buy. The amount of said money starts at $141,700. Once you start adding options, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS price starts to reach similar territory to the 911 GT3. However, the GT4 RS combines the 911 GT3’s performance orientation with excellent roadgoing capability and on-road driving pleasure, and especially compared to the 718 Cayman GT4, is definitely worth the upgrade if you want the best Porsche 718 Cayman you can get your hands on. If you're looking for one on the second-hand market, however, expect to pay a premium due to demand, especially if the car you're after has extra-special options like the Weissach Package, Paint to Sample (PTS), or the front-axle lift. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Review The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is an example of Porsche going no holds barred and making the ultimate Cayman; a Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS review is an exercise in understanding what makes the ultimate sports car. This was achieved by giving the car the same engine as the one that goes in the Porsche 911 GT3. With this engine, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS has 493 horsepower. The reason for the decrease in horsepower compared to the 911 GT3 is the fact that the exhaust system has to be longer on the 718, due to it being mid-engined rather than rear-engined. Yet still, the horsepower in the GT4 RS is an incredible amount, enough to make it an absolute rocket on the track, while still making it a fun and engaging car on the road that’s easy to enjoy and relatively comfortable (considering it performs like a race car). 718 Cayman GT4 RS Specs “Impressive” would be a gross understatement if it were used to describe the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS specs. With its amazingly light weight, unprecedented power, and mid-engined stature, there is little hyperbole involved in saying that the GT4 RS is one of Porsche’s ultimate sports cars. With the help of launch control, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS 0-60 is just 3.2 seconds, right on par with the 911 GT3, and the ¼ mile of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is just a frighteningly quick 11.3 seconds. And if you thought that the 718 Cayman GT4 RS was only able to keep up with the GT3 at 60 mph, you are wrong. At only 1 mph less than the GT3, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS top speed is 196 mph. MUST READ: Did you know the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS has a matching watch? FIND OUT HERE GT4 RS SPECS: Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Specs Engine: 4.0-liter flat 6 Transmission: 7-speed PDK Horsepower: 493 hp Torque: 331 lb/ft 0-60 mph: 3.2 s 1/4 mile: 11.3 s Top Speed: 196 mph Nürburgring Lap Time: 07:04.511 718 Cayman GT4 RS Engine Porsche didn’t skimp on power when it comes to the 718 Cayman GT4 RS. Also used in the 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 Cup, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS engine is a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat 6, which boasts an incredible 493 horsepower. You will notice that this is a slight decrease compared to the GT3, and that’s because of the fact that the GT4 RS is mid-engined compared to the rear-engined 911. This requires the GT4 RS’s exhaust to be longer, which slightly reduces power. However, what you get in return for this trade-off is superior weight distribution and a lower center of gravity. Along with the horsepower, the GT4 RS also has 331 lb/ft of torque, which combined with launch control allows the car to achieve incredibly quick acceleration both off the line and through the RPM range. Porsche took the GT4 RS to the Nürburgring to see what it was capable of, and it ended up beating its GT4 counterpart by almost 24 seconds, an incredible time saving that proves how much the RS treatment improves the performance of the car. On top of that, Porsche engineers added a special intake to the GT4 RS just behind the doors. This intake helps bring cool air to the engine and is located just behind the driver’s ears, letting the driver enjoy the incredible engine note of the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. And don’t forget, you’ll hear that engine note all the way up to a screaming-high 9,000 rpm. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Transmission Before you ask, no, the GT4 RS does not come with a manual transmission. Rather, it is equipped with a 7-speed Porsche PDK. However, the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS transmission allows drivers to switch between plenty of gearbox modes and shift manually, allowing the drive to be just as customized and personal as with a manual transmission, while making the drive easier and sportier, marrying the best of both worlds for a performance-oriented driver. The GT4 was known for having long gears, which admittedly frustrated some drivers who wanted to get the most fun they could out of the manual transmission. However, the GT4 RS’s PDK resolves that issue, with shorter gearing that allows the driver to experience the joy of going in between gears on a winding road, and comes with plenty of features that make driving the GT4 fun, easy, and true to the performance driving experience. One of the aspects of driving a manual that drivers love is the ability to clutch kick, and the PDK transmission offers drivers the ability to do this, in a slightly different way. By pulling back both paddles behind the steering wheel, and flooring the throttle, you can perform a clutch kick even without a third pedal, and get the GT4 RS to do some amazing sliding action. Also, the automatic transmission usually only lets you rev to 4,000 rpm in Park, which is no fun when you’re trying to show off the beautiful sound of the GT4 RS. Putting the car in drive and pulling back the paddles allows you to rev up to 7,000, which isn’t quite the full 9,000, but it’s much better. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Interior The racing look, feel, and capability continue in the interior of the GT4 RS. With Alcantara throughout, you get a real sense that you are sitting in the best 718 Cayman out there. As standard, the steering wheel features a center marker as an extra racing touch, but also as a useful tool on winding roads. The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS interior also comes standard with racing bucket seats, but a no-cost option is available to get more comfortable, power-adjustable seats instead. Both options come with leather and Race-Tex upholstery. All seat options also come with embroidery on the headrest, either with “GT4 RS” or “Weissach RS” when the Weissach Package is ordered, which adds much more to the car as well, including lots of exposed carbon fiber on the interior and exterior. One of the best aspects of the GT4 RS interior is how customizable it is. Available options include six different available color options for the seatbelts, color options for the door pulls, stopwatch dial, and instrument dials. Along with this, you also have available the option for a fire extinguisher and roll cage for the GT4 RS, and even the option for a custom 3D-printed cushion and backrest component for the bucket seat that allows for potential weight savings and a racing-optimized seating position. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Brakes Although we know that the GT4 RS can go fast, it doesn’t play when it comes to stopping fast, either. The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS brakes allow it to stop from 100 mph in under 263 feet. With 6 pistons at the front and 4 pistons at the back, along with vented and dimpled, rather than drilled, discs for optimized track performance. The calipers also get a red finish for an ultra-sporty look, but that color can also be changed to a high gloss black finish optionally. For an extra $8,000, Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes are available as well. These come with yellow calipers, which have traditionally been Porsche’s designation for carbon-ceramic brakes. However, you can still opt for gloss black calipers even with the PCCB option. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Wheels and Tires The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS wheels are 20 inches and have mounted on them a set of Michelin PilotSport Cup 2 245/35 ZR20 tires in the front, and 295/30 ZR20 tires in the back. The wheels, which are normally finished in Dark Silver, can optionally be changed if the owner chooses to get the Weissach Package. This option is to have the wheels changed to magnesium wheels, also finished in Dark Silver, which shaves 21 extra pounds off the weight of the car. However, choosing this option will be reserved for those who are very serious about track performance and weight savings, as that 21-pound weight saving will cost you $15,640. For optimal track performance, these wheels may just be worth it. 718 Cayman GT4 RS Standout Features As mentioned before, the Weissach Package, which costs $13,250, adds plenty of unique features to the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS on the interior and exterior. In the Weissach package, you get: Exterior Exposed carbon fiber hood Exposed carbon fiber intakes behind windows Exposed carbon fiber side mirrors Exposed carbon fiber rear wing Dark Silver Porsche logo on the rear windshield Titanium tailpipes Interior Exposed carbon fiber airbox and air intakes with silver GT4 RS logo Race-Tex dashboard upper section Weissach logo on the dashboard trim Weissach logo on seat headrests The Weissach package also includes the ability to opt for the Magnesium wheels. Without the Weissach package, only the standard wheels can be ordered. There are also Clubsport options available, which include racing harnesses, a fire extinguisher, and a steel roll cage. One of the unique features you will notice on the GT4 RS are the two intakes on the hood. While their inclusion robs a bit of space from the front trunk of the car, those intakes send air through ducts in the front of the car to cool the brakes, which provides an important bonus in intense racing situations. Continuing at the front of the car, you’ll notice that the GT4 RS has a much more intense aerodynamics kit than the GT4. With this aero kit sitting very low to the ground, and sometimes presenting situations where the front may scrape against certain obstacles, Porsche has made available a front axle lifting system that allows you to lift up the front of the car to clear steep driveways or bumps. This option is pricey at $3,040, but it’s worth the peace of mind in knowing that your GT4 RS is spared any unnecessary scrapes. To save weight, the GT4 RS’s rear window is made of lightweight glass, which sacrifices the ability to defrost it using heating elements, but is yet another part of the car’s dedication to ultimate performance, which also includes the “GT4 RS” badging at the back being done as a sticker rather than a typical 3D badge. One of the most distinctive features of the Porsche 911 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the rear wing. Dubbed the “Swan Neck Wing” by Porsche, the wing is mounted to the car by the top rather than on the bottom, which creates an undisturbed surface area at the bottom and increases downforce. The entire aerodynamics kit on the GT4 RS ends up contributing a 20% downforce increase compared to the GT4. Paint to Sample and Exclusive Manufaktur options are also available on the new GT4 RS, meaning that an extensive library of custom interior touches and paint colors are available from Porsche, but also that you are able to specify a completely custom color for your 718 Cayman GT4 RS, making your car not only an incredible performer but also a beautiful and unique statement. We put together a Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS that includes all the options we would want to make it the quickest and best GT4 RS we could. With nearly $50,000 of options included, the total cost of our dream GT4 RS came out to be $190,280. While that’s a lot of money over the GT4’s starting MSRP of $101,200, 24 seconds on the Nürburgring is a lot of time. View All Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RSs For Sale " width="680"> Images Sourced From Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – November 02, 2022

The New 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster And 718 Cayman Style Edi...

2023 brings expressive character to the Porsche 718. The Porsche 718 has been a well-appreciated car for its sporty character, impressive dynamics, and irresistible looks and luxury. For the 2023 model year, the visual factor of the iconic sports car is being further enhanced with the new Porsche 718 Cayman Style Edition and Porsche 718 Boxster Style Edition. Both feature bold configurations and luxurious appointments, and they make the 718 as fun to look at as it is to drive. MUST READ: Porsche Travels To France To Meet A Very Special 911 Carrera RS 2.7 And Its Lucky Owner Contrast packages for the new Style Edition 718s are available in black or white, making the wheels, graphics, and badging either all-black or all-white against the exterior color of your Porsche 718 Style Edition. Also, as part of the bold configuration potential, the newly available Ruby Star Neo color references the Ruby Star color that was available on the 964 Carrera RS. Standard features in the interior include Chalk contrast stitching and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and the seats are upholstered in black leather with an embossed Porsche crest. If you want your Porsche 718 to stand out from the crowd, the new Porsche 718 Cayman and Boxster Style Editions will be initially available in Europe, with international availability to follow soon. Porsche For Sale Source: Porsche

By Tyler Rampersaud – May 16, 2022

The New Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 ePerformance Shows What El...

The automotive world’s electric revolution is hitting the track. The Porsche Mission R’s vision of an electric future for racing is becoming real at a pace that’s lightning fast. To begin with, the Mission R wasn’t terribly far-fetched. It made use of the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport’s chassis, and to test the real-world performance capabilities of the Mission R, Porsche has given the 718 Cayman GT4 ePerformance the responsibility of serving as a test vehicle for the Mission R’s technology. MUST READ: Makes & Movements: Porsche Design 911 Sport Classic Chronograph x 2023 Porsche 911 Sport Classic What the 718 Cayman GT4 ePerformance has already proven is that the idea of the Mission R can be executed at the same level of performance as the current 992 generation 911 GT3 Cup. With all-wheel drive and a maximum power output of up to over 1,073 horsepower, the 718 Cayman GT4 ePerformance is incredible by any standard for a race car, let alone an electric one. However, that’s just the beginning of the amazing technology in the ePerformance GT4. Even in an electric car, the kind of power the ePerformance GT4 is producing comes with serious heat. Direct oil cooling for the motors and battery helps the “racing mode” power output last half an hour, the duration of a Carrera Cup race. Along with this, 900-volt technology gives the ePerformance GT4 the ability to charge from 5 to 80 percent battery in just 15 minutes. The shocking change in the racing world is no longer hypothetical. View All Electric Cars For Sale Source: Porsche

By Edward Jones – November 18, 2021

2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport Revealed as a Ne...

Ready to race out of the box. Joining the debut of the new 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is the new 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport, the track-ready race car that's based on the road car. It features many of the same exterior style cues, but as you can see, its overall design is much more fitting for a race car. This includes the enlarged front spoiler lip, enclosed underbody, 20 mm Gurney flap added to the rear wing, and more. For power, this new race car also features the same 500 hp 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine as the road car, which is 18 percent more powerful than the 3.8-liter engine found in the 718 GT4 Clubsport. With the 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport being a race car, Porsche ensured that the suspension was ready for aggressive and precise driving. For that, they heavily modified the suspension system. Updated include revising the damper technology, updated adjustable shock absorbers, added adjustable double-blade anti-roll bars in the front and rear and Porsche also gives the ability to adjust between three different spring rates for the front and rear axle. The new 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport race car will be ready to compete when delivered thanks to safety measures like the welded-in roll cage, six-point harnesses, fire extinguisher system, built-in air jack system, and new foam on the driver's side. The 2022 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport's price is set at $229,000. View All 718 Caymans For Sale Source: Porsche

By Edward Jones – November 17, 2021

2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Revealed With Race Car DNA

The latest track-day weapon from Porsche. The lineup for the 718 Cayman continues to grow more enticing with the reveal of the new 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS. This new variant is filled with upgrades that make it a more suitable choice for the track and, honestly, a very good-looking Porsche. It all starts with the engine, which in the new Cayman GT4 RS is the same flat-six found in the 911 GT3. Pumping out 493 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque, the new 718 GT4 RS is able to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds, half a second quicker than the 718 Cayman GT4. Handling the gear changes for the 718 Cayman GT4 RS is a seven-speed PDK transmission that Porsche notes is the only option for the vehicle. From the images, you can see that the 2022 718 Cayman GT4 RS has new exterior components that offer up both functionality and good looks. Porsche has added a new fixed rear wing, rear diffuser, adjustable front diffuser, front spoiler lip, side-blades, air intakes behind the side windows, and also lowered the ride height by 30 mm. These modifications not only make the 718 Cayman GT4 RS look great, but also reduce the weight by 49 lbs (total weight is 3,227 lbs) and increase downforce by 25% when in Performance mode compared to the 718 Cayman GT4. Porsche has also announced an optional Weissach Package for the 2022 718 Cayman GT4 RS that makes carbon fiber the material used to create many of the exterior components (the example pictured in this article is equipped with the Weissach Package). Other enhancements from this optional package include the titanium exhaust tips, Race-Tex upholstery for the upper part of the dashboard, and a large Porsche logo on the rear window. The price for the 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS is set at $141,700. Expect deliveries to start in summer 2022. All 718 Caymans For Sale Source: Porsche

By Edward Jones – October 20, 2021

New Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Previewed on Nurburgring Be...

Absolutely blasted its "little brother," the 718 Cayman GT4, around Nurburgring. The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS looks to be ready for its unveiling after its proved itself on the Nürburgring-Nordschleife circuit. With Jörg Bergmeister behind the wheel, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS managed a lap time of 7:09.300 minutes, beating out the 718 Cayman GT4 by 23.6 seconds. That just proves that this new model is much more than two additional letters in the model name. " width="680"> "The 718 Cayman GT4 RS is an uncompromising driving machine. It feels as nimble as a go-kart on mountain roads, yet is impressively stable and well-balanced on the racetrack. Otherwise, such a lap time wouldn’t even be possible," says Jörg Bergmeister. "The GT4 RS is one of the sharpest cars Porsche has ever developed. And you really have had to experience the breathtaking noise it makes for yourself." According to Andreas Preuninger, Director of the GT Model Line, the new 718 Cayman GT4 RS has a "lightweight construction, more downforce, more power and, of course, an even higher level of responsiveness and feedback to driver inputs." After Bergmeister's fantastic lap, it looks like those modifications have paid off and then some. When it comes to the reveal date of the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS, that will be happening in November 2021. See All 718 Caymans For Sale Source: Porsche Newsroom

By Andrew Nabors – March 01, 2021

Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport Drifting Is Just a Regular D...

Last week we saw how he is a regular guy, so Porsche Cayman GT4 drifting is just a regular day for Tanner Foust. The 2nd episode in this series pushes the famous driver to perform memory exercises in cold weather. Aside from the freezing Finnish conditions, the latest GT4 offers 414 horsepower and a chassis that is tuned for maximum grip. The mid-mounted flat-six and a PDK transmission are a match made in heaven, and it allows 60 mph to arrive in 3.7 seconds. Supercar performance without a pompous price is why the Cayman Clubsport is so appealing, so click the button to find yours! Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – February 16, 2021

Tanner Foust Enjoys A Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport In The...

Aside from being a successful TV host and stunt driver, Tanner Foust enjoys a Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport in the snow. In a quest to prove to us that he is "Just a regular guy", he offered a few insights into his daily routine. From reading the morning newspaper to finding the right parking spot, he makes it look effortless thanks to 425 horsepower. The mid-mounted 3.8-liter flat-six only has to move 2,910 lbs, making it a blast to drive in any weather. Along with solid motor mounts, all suspension mounting points are devoid of rubber. And while the Clubsport can only be had with the PDK transmission, the regular production GT4 offers a six-speed stick. Click the button if you need a new supercar, or click here to browse our extensive inventory of used Porsche for sale. Porsche Cayman GT4 For Sale Image (C) Porsche Cars North America

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