Has anyone seen the Motor Trend Article?

Motor Trend just had a great write up on the Cayman S. I went through the site's article collection and threads and did not see it anywhere. Has anyone read that yet? Better yet, can we add that to our archive here? Thanks. CP Edited by - CP on 10/22/2005 12:44:16 AM

Porsche Cayman S Et Tu, Brute? Behold the Porsche's greatest threat: It's own, brand-new brother. Motor Trend November 2005 p 70-74 Matt Stone words; Barry Hayden photographs The quote from this article that has gotten our attention is: For a change the U.S. market version gets a more aggressive exhaust note than do the Euro-spec cars.This one sounds great combining the whirry sweetness of the 2.5 and 2.7 liter Boxster engines with the guttural burbles issued by the Carrera S' 3.6. Blend the exhaust note with a reedy intake roar and the engine's mechanical noise and the result is a symphonic voice especially when the Vario Cam switches to its more aggressive mode just below 6000 rpm. Look for the full text article soon. Edited by - mpollard on 10/21/2005 11:49:22 PM

I'd like to believe this is true about the exhaust note, but I have yet to see anything further about R&T's 'glass partition' between the passenger and luggage compartment.

I brought up the issue of a 'glass Partion' during my session with a Porsche representative in the Cayman Lounge at the Frankfurt show. He told me that the only thing they have in mind is a net type partition that will be a dealer sold option in the future. No glass partition.

<blockquote id="quote"> quote:<hr id="quote" noshade="noshade" height="1" /> I'd like to believe this is true about the exhaust note, but I have yet to see anything further about R&T's 'glass partition' between the passenger and luggage compartment. <hr id="quote" noshade="noshade" height="1" /> </blockquote> I think you are referring to the back light, which is the rear window, which does divide the space behind the seats/over the engine from the luggage compartment. <p align="left">Rear luggage compartment <p align="left">The coupé concept and the wide-opening rear lid provide for approx. 260 liters/ 9.2 cu.-ft. of storage space, effectively arranged on two levels. The luggage compartment lid can be opened conveniently by means of a switch in the interior or directly via a button in the ignition key. It can be pushed up beyond a defined point to facilitate comfortable loading by people of different heights. <p align="left">The rear, lower area of the luggage compartment can be described as the basic luggage compartment, which is equipped as standard with four tie-down rings in which a luggage net that is available from Tequipment can be fitted. <p align="left">When the rear lid is closed, a standard, removable privacy screen on the lid protects this area from prying eyes. The upper level of the luggage compartment, in the area of the engine cover, is likewise equipped with four tie-down rings in which a luggage net is fitted as standard. A securing clip protects the passenger compartment from sliding luggage. The luggage compartment concept also offers the option of being able to unload the luggage compartment from the passenger compartment in a convenient manner by folding the seat backrests forward. It is also possible to transport long, flat objects such as a snowboard, whereby the screen simply moves back over the items of luggage. <p align="left">The maximum height of the connection between the upper and lower luggage spaces is 125 mm/ 4.9 in. on the outside and 165 mm/ 6.3 in. in the middle when the rear lid is closed. Luggage-securing facilities such as an additional luggage net (Tequipment) or the luggage partition are optionally available for the luggage compartment. The collapsible grille affords protection in addition to the standard containment rod and is particularly useful when the upper luggage space is loaded primarily with smaller items of luggage. Edited by - mpollard on 10/23/2005 5:26:43 PM

See: Road & Track 2005 Sept. Ampersand Scanned Version (Added : 9/4/2005) in the Articles Section for a description of R&Ts "glass partition".

<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">This quote from the Motor Trend article is sweet. “In the Cayman S, Porsche has conceived and delivered a suburb driving instrument. It combines precision, balance, gusto, style, and what we're sure will be impressive test-track performance. It's silly fun to drive; a hot-looking partner you'll enjoy on your first date and never tire of[/quote] .' Perhaps 'suburb driving instrument' is a candidate for the Cayman Club's tag line?[/quote]

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<table width="95%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="1" align="center" style="border-collapse: collapse;" class="mwpThemeSmallBlock"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" nowrap="nowrap" bgcolor="#f1f1f4"></td> <td valign="top" bgcolor="#f1f1f4">no</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Very profound and in depth response to Santa Fe's post. Way to go 'confused'. It does'nt shed much light on your thought process, but what the heck, it's a quick way to get to that three star rating. :>) Edited by - kmns on 10/22/2005 7:51:53 PM

<p class="MsoNormal" style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">I was wondering about Confused’s departure form the usual insightful comments but then I noticed the other [/quote]8 or so minimalist comments to other postsso you may have hit the nail on the head KMNS. It is going to be a long time until we actually get Caymans under our seats so I guess anything is entertaining and forgiven./fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/MWPX/sleep.gif

As an FYI, those type of responses can and will be deleted if they are solely for building up one's posting count which there is no need or reason to do, there are no door prizes that I am aware of.

Let me see now..... Currently 523 members most of which own and/or waiting for a Porsche. Hmm...... Probably a no brainer that the majority are wealthy or very wealthy. The last time I checked, you don't get wealthy without having a good supply of brains, unless we're talking inheritance. Either way, most members on this site have to be some pretty sharp folks. /fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/MWPX/wink_smile.gif Santa Fe, I like your response to my earlier post. It shows you have class and good interpersonal skills. Way to take the high road. /fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/MWPX/thumbsup.gif I too checked our fellow member's recent posting history before I decided to make my observation, but could not help making it since it had a taste of insult to the folks that had taken the time to make a point. I guess in the end, as K-Man S put it, there is no benefit in building up one's posting count. This is why I also find this entertaining. And that, more than any other reason, is why I made my observation. /fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/MWPX/beer2.gif Good people, interesting dialogue, great car. I love this site.

Normally confused posts lengthy responses but in this instance his ability to respond must have been limited so I don't take offense to that but like others I was curious as to why the sudden brevity. No harm, no foul, let's not worry about it.

Here is a more permanent link as the new files link will scroll off after 7 days: Click Here for Motor Trend article.

Quote: 'The last time I checked, you don't get wealthy without having a good supply of brains, unless we're talking inheritance.' Hmm, I'm not sure I agree with that. In the company I now work for, our previous owners recently sold the business and retired. The president was a smart businessman. The executive vice president was a fine gentleman, but did very little. It just so happened that he was the president's brother in law. There were some other staffers who had been with them ever since the beginnings of the firm, who had much to do with the company's success. Some of them are still with the company, and some of them have been replaced by the new owners. All of them were working for middle class salaries, and it goes without saying that they didn't benefit one bit when the company was sold. Smarts, hard work and discipline will often get you a somewhat above average middle class salary. In order to afford a $70,000 car, you generally need to be a business owner or executive, and in order to do that, you need to work hard, take a risk, and have some breaks come your way. Or, have connections. On that old question of is it more important what you know or who you know, for the first ten years of my career I'd have said it's what you know. After 25 years, I'm going with it's who you know.