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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

By Gabriel Vega – May 09, 2023

2024 Porsche Spyder RS Debuts As A 493-HP Track-Focused S...

Its 911 GT3-sourced engine still revs to 9,000 rpm.

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 Andrew Nabors – March 15, 2021

Porsche Museum Presents: 25 Years of Boxster History

Great cars have great stories behind them. That's why the Porsche Museum presents 25 Years of Boxster History. When the 968 was axed in 1995 it left the brand with only one model, the amazing 911. But its hard for dealers to justify a franchise based around a single car. As great as the 993 Series is, they needed something at a lower price point. Borrowing the same flat-six architecture from its big brother, the Boxster makes use of a mid-engine layout to offer incredible grip. What began as a humble roadster has spawned a coupe, spyder, and GT versions over the past quarter-century. If you haven't experienced one they make a sensible daily driver that won't break the bank, so click the button to find yours. Browse Porsche Boxster For Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 25, 2021

2021 Porsche Boxster 25 Years Edition Compared To Concept...

The world was changed a quarter-century ago. To see how far the mid-engined masterpiece has come, lets see the 2021 Porsche Boxster 25 Years Edition compared to the concept car. A trifecta of Porsche Design stylists highlight the best features of their new limited edition car. Their predecessors shocked the world in 1993 with the first Porsche Boxster for sale, and each generation has added performance and luxury. Click the button to experience one for yourself. Porsche 718 Boxster For Sale Did you miss the Porsche Boxster 25 Years Edition price and specs? Image (C) Porsche Cars North America

By Andrew Nabors – January 21, 2021

Porsche Boxster 25 Years Edition In Action

As the 911 has grown larger with each generation, their mid-engine masterpiece continues to draw new customers to the brand. To celebrate a quarter-century of success, let's watch the Porsche Boxster 25 Years Edition in action. Their latest upload highlights the graceful and capable handling of the 718 series. Although we would like to hear more of the 4-liter flat-six, it sings a similar melody offered by the GT3 RS. The six-speed stick and brushed aluminum make it perfect for your collection. Your Boxster is waiting for you! If you missed it, here are the details of the latest Boxster. Browse Porsche 718 Boxster For Sale Image (C) Porsche Cars North America

By Andrew Nabors – January 13, 2021

Porsche Boxster 25 Years Edition Is Powerful & Exclusive

As the 911 has grown larger and more capable, its little brother has reached a milestone. The Porsche Boxster 25 Years edition is powerful & exclusive, so it deserves to be part of your collection. What began as a concept car at the 1993 Detroit Auto Show has spawned a coupe as the Cayman, several roadsters, and an identity all its own. Discover the Cover – February 2021: Porsche 911 Targa 4S Heritage Design Edition Only 1,250 cars are being offered to the world, and each is based on the Boxster GTS 4.0. Borrowing the incredible flat-six from the 911 GT3 RS, it offers 394 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. You will have several references to Boxsters of the past while shifting six-speed manual transmission. The PDK leaps to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 179 mph. The stick shift is 3,156 lbs at the curb, and pricing starts at $98,600. These will be sold out within a few hours, so click the button to find our dealer near you. Browse Porsche 718 Boxster For Sale P.S. Check out these great accessories for your Panamera Sport Turismo! " width="680"> Image (C) Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

By Andrew Nabors – September 04, 2020

Watch the new Guinness World Record Slalom Set By a Teena...

Engineers and test drivers from Stuttgart to Weissach are scratching their heads. Porsche pushes each car beyond its limits before its released, often setting records in the process. Now they have a new hero to test their cars. Chloe Chambers is 16 years old, and she recently pushed a stock Porsche harder than anyone though possible. So let's watch the new Guinness World Record for a slalom set by a teenager in a 718 Spyder. Porsche Boxster / Cayman Price Specs Photos & Review Her father is a veteran Porsche racer, and she learned on the curvy roads that run along the Hudson River. Determined to show the world what the new Porsche 718 Spyder is capable of, a team from Porsche and the Guinness Book of World Records rented Solberg Airport, a small airfield on the outskirts of NYC. Her time to beat was 48.11 seconds through a 2,500-foot slalom course. " width="680"> Browse Porsche 718 Boxster For Sale With cones 50-feet apart, she started by warming up the stock Michelin Sport Cup 2 tires. After a few practice runs, she went wide open without touching any cones. Guinness officials clocked her at 47.45 seconds. Needless to say, the Porsche engineers joined her family in congratulating her. Something tells us she has a bright future in motorsports, so congratulations Chloe from all of us here at duPont REGISTRY!

By Andrew Nabors – September 02, 2020

Porsche Boxster / Cayman Price Specs Photos & Review

Porsche Boxster History and Design In this article, we will have a look at the history and different designs of this iconic mid-engine two-seater classic. We will explore the design of the various generations that have been introduced since the 1996 1st generation until the present day 4th generation Porsche Boxster for sale. PORSCHE BOXSTER 986 : First Generation (1996 - 2004) Porsche introduced the Porsche 986 in late 1996. Since the 550 Spyder in the early 1950's Porsche had not built a car that could be designated as a roadster. Porsche was taking a risk in bringing out a Roadster for the first time in 40 years; however, those risks proved unfounded when the Boxster 986 came out as one of Porsche's all-time best sellers. 986 Porsche Boxster Sold for $39,900 in its first year on sale in the US, the 986 Porsche Boxster was an immediate hit. This mid-engine roadster was fitted with an M96 water-cooled flat-six engine and the same headlights and interior as the Porsche 911. Although pre-1999 engine issues included cracked and slipped cylinder liners, the 986 Boxster still proved to be a sales hit for Porsche. Porsche Boxster S Special Edition 986/ 550 Spyder Boxster S Special EditionIn 2004, the manufacturer introduced the Porsche Boxster S Special Edition 986, also known as the 550 Spyder Boxster S Special Edition. As a salute to the original 1950s 550 Spyder, these were built with a limited production of only 1953 cars. The 550 Spyders were all painted in GT Silver Metallic. The cars sported a cocoa brown full leather interior, a Bose sound system, 18-inch Carrera wheels, a sports suspension package, and sports exhaust. Porsche Boxster 986 Specs 1996Engine: 2.5L, 201 hpManual: 0-60 6.7 seconds. Top Speed 149 mphTiptronic: 0-60 7.4 seconds. Top Speed 146 mph 2000Engine: 2.7L, 217 hpManual: 0-60 6.5 seconds. Top Speed 155 mphTiptronic: 0-60 7.2 seconds. Top Speed 152 mph 2002Engine: 3.2L S, 250 hpManual: 0-60 5.6 seconds. Top Speed 162 mphTiptronic: 0-60 6.2 seconds. Top Speed 158 mph 2003Engine: 2.7L, 225 hpManual: 0-60 6.1 seconds. Top Speed 157 mphTiptronic: 0-60 7.0 seconds. Top Speed 154 mph 2004Engine: 3.2L S, 258 hpManual: 0-60 5.4 seconds. Top Speed 164 mphTiptronic: 0-60 6.1 seconds. Top Speed 160 mph Boxster / Cayman 987: Second Generation (2005 - 2012) Boxster/Cayman 987The 2nd generation of the Porsche Boxster was revealed at the Paris Motor show in 2004. The car went on sale in 2005 together with the new Cayman fastback coupé. Both cars shared many of the same components. Although the Boxster was the second version of the original 1996 986 version, it remained broadly similar. The most significant changes being the broader wheel arches to accommodate 19-inch wheels and the headlights, which were now identical to the Carrera GT, the Porsche flagship car. The Porsche Boxster and Cayman's basic engine was the 2.7 liters 236 HP flat 6, while the S version got the 3.2 liters 279 HP engine. Porsche Cayman 987The Porsche Cayman fastback coupé was released in July 2006, a full year after the release of the high-performance version of the same car. The Cayman shared the same mid-engined platform and body components as the Porsche Boxster 987. Because of the roof, the Cayman has a much stiffer chassis, which results in better behavior on the road. Performance-wise the Cayman has a broadly similar performance as the Boxster S, as they shared the same 2.7 liters 236 HP flat-six engine.Porsche Cayman R 987The Cayman R was introduced in 2011 based on the 2009 Cayman S. With 19-inch wheels lightweight wheels, the Porsche aero kit, bucket seats with carbon fiber backing, and the removal of all modern comforts like radio, air-conditioning, and door handles. The Cayman R was a lightweight racer. With that came as well some cosmetic changes like black-painted wheels and mirrors. Cayman S Black Edition 987The Cayman S Black Edition was a limited-edition model of which only 500 cars were produced. It came with an upgraded engine and an all-black interior and exterior. Boxster RS60 Spyder 987A limited-edition model based on the 1960's Spyder that won the '12 hours of Sebring' race. Porsche built only 1960 cars. Porsche Boxster Design Edition 2 987In September 2008, Porsche released the limited-edition 'Design Edition 2', of which only 500 cars were built. Finished in Carrera white, it came with a 299HP engine. Porsche Boxster S Limited Edition 987 The Boxster S Black Edition was limited to 987 cars. The car came with a 320 HP engine, which was 10 HP more than the standard Boxster. Boxster / Cayman 987 Specs 2005Engine: 2.7L, 237 hpManual: 0-60 5.9 seconds. Top Speed 159 mphTiptronic: 0-60 6.8 seconds. Top Speed 155 mph 2006Engine: 3.2L, 276 hpManual: 0-60 5.2 seconds. Top Speed 167 mphTiptronic: 0-60 6.0 seconds. Top Speed 162 mph 2007Engine: 2.7L, 241 hpManual: 0-60 5.8 seconds. Top Speed 160 mphTiptronic: 0-60 6.7 seconds. Top Speed 156 mph 2008Engine: 3.4L, 291 hpManual: 0-60 5.2 seconds. Top Speed 169 mphTiptronic: 0-60 5.9 seconds. Top Speed 164 mph 2009Engine: 2.9L, 255 hpManual: 0-60 5.7 seconds. Top Speed 160 mphPDK: 0-60 5.6 seconds. Top Speed 162 mph 2010Engine: 3.4L, 310 hpManual: 0-60 5.1 seconds. Top Speed 170 mphPDK: 0-60 5.0 seconds. Top Speed 169 mph BOXSTER/CAYMAN 981: Third Generation (2012 - 2016) Porsche 981 BoxsterWith the new 3rd generation Porsche Boxster came a new generation engine as well. The base model Porsche Boxster was now fitted with a new 2.7-liter flat-6 engine, which produced 260HP. While the Porsche Boxster S came standard with the existing 3.4-liter engine; however, Porsche had tweaked the performance to produce 310 HP. Both cars were delivered with a 6-speed manual gearbox, while the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission came as an option. In the interior, Porsche used many parts from its higher-level models like the Carrera and Panamera, which caused the Porsche Boxster to have a beautiful interior. Boxster GTSLaunched in March 2014 to compliment the Porsche Boxster series. The Boxster GTS was designed to be the most potent and sporty of the Boxster series. The car was fitted with the same 3.4-liter engine as the Boxster S, but it produced 15HP more. The vehicle also featured some design changes with different front and rear bumpers. Porsche delivered the car to be the ultimate driving machine, with the additions of the Porsche active suspension system, 20 Inch wheels, and the Sports Chrono Pack as standard. Boxster SpyderThe Porsche Boxster Spyder was unveiled at the New York Motor Show in April 2015. Although the styling is similar to the previous 2nd generation car, the new Spyder also shares its styling with the Cayman GT4. As the lightest in the Boxster series line up, the car had some serious performance. Fitted with the largest and most powerful engine used in the series, a 3.8-liter flat-6, the car produced a staggering 385 HP. This helped bring the vehicle to a 180 mph top speed. Only 2400 cars were built of the Boxster Spyder, of which 850 were exported to the United States. Porsche Cayman 981Porsche unveiled the 2nd generation Cayman at the 2012 Geneva motor show and made available as a 2014 production car in Spring 2013. Launched with a choice of engines, the 2.7-liter flat-6 for the standard Cayman, and the 3.4 liters for the S version, both engines were available with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a twin-clutch 7-speed manual PDK transmission.The 981 was a considerable upgrade visually, as the car was fitted with a newly designed body, a longer wheelbase, and wider front end. Due to its characteristics, the Cayman was voted one of the best driving sports cars by various motor press. Porsche Engineers Explain 718 Series GTS Cayman & Boxster Cayman GTS 981With a lower ride height, a longer body and body kit, 20-inch wheels, and a sports exhaust system, Porsche shows what it can do to produce a properly fast and pure sports car. Introduced in 2014, the Cayman GTS was based on the 981 platform, but underneath was a seriously different car. The top speed of the GTS had gone up to 177 mph with the manual transmission and 179 mph with the PDK transmission. The sports plus mode pushes the car to a 4.5 second 0-62mph time. Cayman GT4 981In 2015 Porsche decided to launch a track car. It came out with the Cayman GT4, a high-performance car with a 3.8-liter engine from the 911 Carrera S that propels the car to 183mph. With provisions for a Club sports pack, which includes a half roll cage, battery cut off switch, fire extinguisher, and six-point racing harness, this car is a real track day racing car. The Cayman GT4 did the Nordschleife on the Nürburgring in a time of 7 minutes and 40 seconds. The Cayman R 1st generation took more than 26 seconds longer. Cayman GT4 Clubsport 981In October 2015, Porsche released the ultimate racing Cayman. The GT4 Clubsport 981 was born. Powered by the same 3.8-liter engine that can be found on the production version of the GT4, the Clubsport was fitted with a variation of racing additions like an FIA approved roll cage and racing bucket seats. PORSCHE BOXSTER / Cayman 981 Specs 2012Engine: 2.7L, 261 hpManual: 0-60 5.5 seconds. Top Speed 164 mphPDK: 0-60 5.4 seconds. Top Speed 163 mphPDK Sport Chrono: 0-60 5.2 seconds. Top Speed 163 mph 2013Engine: 3.4L, 311 hpManual: 0-60 4.8 seconds. Top Speed 173 mphPDK: 0-60 4.7 seconds. Top Speed 172 mphPDK Sport Chrono: 0-60 4.5 seconds. Top Speed 172 mph 2014Engine: 3.4L, 326 hpManual: 0-60 4.8 seconds. Top Speed 175 mphPDK: 0-60 4.5 seconds. Top Speed 173 mph 2015Engine: 3.8L, 370 hpManual: 0-60 4.3 seconds. Top Speed 180 mph Cayman Specs CaymanEngine: 2.7L, 271 hpManual: 0-60 5.4 seconds. Top Speed 165 mphPDK: 0-60 5.3 seconds. Top Speed 164 mph Cayman SEngine: 3.4L, 321 hpManual: 0-60 4.7 seconds. Top Speed 175 mphPDK: 0-60 4.6 seconds. Top Speed 175 mph Cayman GTSEngine: 3.4L, 340 hpManual: 0-60 4.6 seconds. Top Speed 177 mphPDK: 0-60 4.5 seconds. Top Speed 176 mph Cayman GT4Engine: 3.8L, 380 hpManual: 0-60 4.2 seconds. Top Speed 183 mph 718 PORSCHE BOXSTER/CAYMAN 982: Fourth Generation (2016 - Present) 718 Boxster/ Cayman 982The 4th generation of the Porsche Boxster/Cayman 982 Series has been in production since 2016- the present day. With the switch to a turbocharged new four-cylinder engine, Porsche enters a new era for the Boxster/Cayman combination. The 2.5- liter engine on the S version made Porsche change the marketing name for the 982 to the 718. This in reference to the Porsche 718 that won the Targa Florio race in 1959 and 1960 to much larger engine cars. The engine is directly derived from the 911's six-cylinder engine and manages to go to an unbelievable 7500 revs. 718 Boxster 982Although the styling and design of the 4th generation Boxster are broadly the same as the 3rd generation cars, the most apparent changes are In the headlights and bumpers. The changes are really below the engine cover, where the four-cylinder engine manages to churn out 296 HP and reach a top speed of 171 mph. 718 Cayman 982The Porsche 982 Series cars handling and throttle response are surprisingly good for a four-cylinder vehicle, even more so the handling as Porsche has fitted the Cayman with a stiff and sporty suspension, which makes drivers feel every move they make on the road. The performance is roughly the same for the Cayman as it is for the Boxster with 296 HP and a top speed of 171mph. 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster and Caymans Get Upgraded 718 Cayman GT4 982With a top speed of 189 mph, the GT4 has earned its place in the fastest segment of Porsche cars. Powered by a 4.0-liter flat-6 engine, which gives 414 HP, there is certainly no lack of power. The significant changes from the 3rd generation feature a more aggressive bodywork, lower stance, new diffuser, and larger intakes. Porsche has also fitted several components from the GT3 911 like the front suspension and brakes while the dampers, ABS, and stability control come from the GT3 911 RS. 718 Spyder 982The Spyder 982 is a continuation from Porsche to share the styling of the Spyder with the GT4. With the double hump engine cover and sporty looks, this is a perfect looking car. 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport 982Porsche released two varieties of the Clubsport in 2019. The Competition and the Track day, which is a fully race-ready sports car. 982 Series 718 CAYMAN / 718 BOXSTER / 718 T Specs 718 Cayman / 718 Boxster / 718 TEngine: 2.0L, 296 hpManual: 0-60 4.9 seconds. Top Speed 171 mphPDK: 0-60 4.7 seconds. Top Speed 171 mph 718 Cayman S / 718 Boxster SEngine: 2.5 L, 345 hpManual: 0-60 4.4 seconds. Top Speed 177 mphPDK: 0-60 4.2 seconds. Top Speed 177 mph 718 GTS718 Cayman GTS / 718 Boxster GTSEngine: 2.5L, 359 hpManual: 0-60 4.4 seconds. Top Speed 180 mphPDK: 0-60 4.1 seconds. Top Speed 180 mph 718 GTS 4.0718 Cayman GTS 4.0 / 718 Boxster GTS 4.0Engine: 4.0 L, 394 hpManual: 0-60 4.3 seconds. Top Speed 182 mph 718 Cayman GT4 / SpyderEngine: 4.0 L, 394 hpManual: 0-60 4.1 seconds. Top Speed 189 mph Browse Porsche Boxster For Sale " width="680">

By Edward Jones – June 24, 2020

2021 Porsche 718 Boxster and Caymans Get Upgraded

For the upcoming 2021 Porsche 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman models, there will be a bunch of upgraded standard features included. The standard 718 Boxster and Cayman models, as well as the T, S and GTS 4.0 variants, will have the following as standard: automatic two-zone climate control, heated front seats, Apple CarPlay, bi-xenon headlights and auto-dimming mirrors. One option that should be mentioned is the option to replace the standard six-speed manual transmission with the seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission. The 2021 718 Cayman will have a starting price of $59,900 while the 718 Boxster sits at $62,000 (prices do not include the $1,350 delivery, processing and handling fee). See All Porsches for Sale

By Andrew Nabors – January 16, 2020

Porsche Unveils 718 Series GTS 4.0 Boxster & Cayman

This has only happened a few times in automotive history. A brilliant engineer gets the urge to stuff their largest engine into their smallest car. Zora Duntov did it with the Corvette, and Carroll Shelby did it with the Cobra. Now Stuttgart has joined the club, as Porsche has unveiled the 718 Series GTS 4.0 Boxster & Cayman. Downstairs lurks a new Porsche 911 GT3 RS for sale. It is powered by the same 4.0L monster. This masterpiece of German precision sends 520 horsepower and 346 horsepower to the wheels at almost any rpm. The notion of this much power in a mid-mounted chassis is maniacal, so Porsche's press release mentions the engine is de-tuned to 400 metric horsepower and mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. A leap from 0-62 mph happens in 4.5 seconds and the top speed is 182 mph. Our dealers are ready to take your order, so click the buttons below to find one near you. Browse Porsche 718 Cayman For Sale Browse Porsche 718 Boxster For Sale

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