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ThePorsche BoxsterandCaymanaremid-enginetwo-seatersports carsmanufactured and marketed by German automobile manufacturerPorscheacross four generations—as a two-door, two-seaterroadster(Boxster) and a three-door, two-seaterfastbackcoupé(Cayman).

Porsche Boxster
Porsche Cayman
Porsche 718
Porsche Boxster Spyder (982)
Overview
ManufacturerPorsche AG
Also called
  • Porsche Boxster
  • Porsche Cayman
  • Porsche 718 Boxster
  • Porsche 718 Cayman
Production
  • 1996–present (Boxster)
  • 2005–present (Cayman)
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassSports car(S)
Body style
LayoutRear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Related
Chronology
PredecessorPorsche 968

The first generation Boxster was introduced in 1996; the second generation Boxster and the Cayman arrived in late 2005; and the third generation launched in 2012. Since the introduction of the fourth generation in 2016, the two models have been marketed as thePorsche 718 BoxsterandPorsche 718 Cayman.

The nameplateBoxsteris aportmanteauofboxer,a reference to its flat orboxer engine,androadster,a reference to the body style. The nameplateCaymanis an alternative spelling ofcaiman,a member of thealligatorfamily.

Overview

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Boxster

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The Porsche Boxster is a mid-engine two-seater roadster. It was Porsche's first road vehicle to be originally designed as a roadster since the914.The first-generation Boxster (the986) was introduced in late 1996; it was powered by a 2.5-litreflat six-cylinderengine. The design was heavily influenced by the 1993 Boxster Concept. In 2000, the base model was upgraded to a 2.7-litre engine and a new Boxster S variant was introduced with a 3.2-litre engine. In 2003, styling and engine output was upgraded on both variants.

Production of the 986 began at the former928facility inStuttgart,Germany in 1996.Valmet Automotivealso manufactured Boxsters under contract to Porsche at a facility inUusikaupunki,Finland.The Boxster was Porsche's biggest volume seller from its introduction in 1996 until the introduction of theCayennesport utility vehicle in 2003. As of September 2012, additional production of the Boxster started at the formerKarmann-factory inOsnabrück.[2]

In 2005, Porsche debuted the second generation of the Boxster, the type987,with a more powerful engine and styling inspired by theCarrera GT.Engine output increased in 2007, when the Boxster models received the engines from their corresponding Cayman variants. In 2009, the Boxster models received several new cosmetic and mechanical upgrades, further increasing engine output and performance. The third generation Boxster (type981) was launched at the2012 Geneva Motor Show.

Cayman

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First launched in 2005 for the 2006 model year, the Cayman is acoupéderived from Porsche's second and third generation Boxster roadster, styled in its first iteration byPinky Lai.All Caymans up to 2012 were manufactured in Finland by Valmet Automotive. As Volkswagen assumed control of Porsche AG, production of Caymans and Boxsters after 2012 began in the formerKarmannplant inOsnabrück,Germany, at the time owned by Volkswagen and also used for production of the 2012Golf (Mk6)convertible.[3]

The car is not named after theCayman Islands.Both the car and the islands are named after thecaiman,a member of thealligator family.When the Cayman arrived at dealerships for sale, the automaker adopted four caimans atStuttgart'sWilhelmaZoo.[4]

Porsche brought an infringement lawsuit in 2009 againstCrocs,the maker of the popular rubber shoes. At issue was the footwear company's clog name also called Cayman. An injunction was granted against Crocs Europe, a division of the Longmont, Colorado-based shoe company preventing their use in Germany of the Cayman name.[5]

718

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Introduced in 2016 for the 2017 model year, the Porsche Boxster and Cayman were renamed thePorsche 718 BoxsterandPorsche 718 Cayman(internally called the 982), reviving the historic718moniker while switching engines from naturally-aspirated flat sixes to small-displacementflat-fourturbochargedunits. The new 718 Cayman was also repositioned with an entry price lower than that of the 718 Boxster, in keeping with Porsche's higher pricing for roadster models.[6]

First generation: Boxster (986) (1996–2004)

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Main article:Porsche 986
The 1993 Porsche Boxster concept, prior to the production model. Notice the different side air intake.
Production model

Grant Larson's design, inspired by the356Cabriolet, Speedster, and550 Spyder,stimulated a commercial turnaround for Porsche. Through consultation withToyota,Porsche began widely sharing parts among models and slashed costs.[7]

By October 1991 following a visit to theTokyo Motor Show,Porsche in dire straits, began to devise solutions to succeed the poor selling 928 and incoming 968 (a heavy update of the944). In February 1992, Porsche began development of a successor to the 928 (mildly updated for 1992) and recently released 968. By June 1992, out of 4 proposals based on dual collaboration between the 986 and996(993successor) design teams, a proposal by Grant Larson and Pinky Lai was chosen byHarm Lagaay.In August 1992, a decision was made to develop the concept into a show vehicle, in time for the 1993 North American International Auto Show. After garnering widespread acclaim from the press and public upon presentation of the Boxster Concept in January 1993, the final production 986 production exterior design by Larson was frozen in March 1993. However, by the second half of 1993, difficulties arose with fitment of some components, resulting in lengthening of the hood and requiring another design freeze by fourth quarter of that year. Prototypes in 968 bodies were built to test the mid-engine power train of the 986 by the end of 1993, with proper prototypes surfacing in 1994. Pilot production began in the second half of 1995, ahead of series production in mid-1996.

The Boxster was released ahead of the996.The 986 Boxster had the same bonnet, front wings, headlights, interior and engine architecture as the 996.

All 986 and 987 Boxsters use the M96, a water-cooled,horizontally opposed ( "flat" ), six-cylinderengine. It was Porsche's first water-cooled non-front engine. In the Boxster, it is placed in a mid-engine layout, while in the 911, the classicrear-enginelayout was used. The mid-engine layout provides a low center of gravity, a near-perfect weight distribution, and neutral handling.

The M96 engines had a number of failures, resulting in cracked or slipped cylinder liners, which were resolved by a minor redesign and better control of the casting process in late 1999. A failure for these early engines was a spate of porous engine blocks, as the manufacturer had difficulty in the casting process. In addition to causing problems with coolant and oil systems mingling fluids, it also resulted in Porsche's decision to repair faulty engines by boring out the cast sleeves on the cylinders where defects were noted in production and inserting new sleeves rather than scrapping the engine block. Normally, the cylinder walls are cast at the same time as the rest of the engine, this being the reason for adopting the casting technology.

The model received a minor facelift in 2002. The plastic rear window was replaced by a smaller glass window. The interior received a glove compartment, new electro-mechanical hood and trunk release mechanism (with an electronic emergency release in the fuse box panel) and an updated steering wheel. Porsche installed a reworked exhaust pipe and air intake. In addition, the front headlight's amber indicators were replaced with clear indicators. The rear light cluster was also changed with translucent grey turn signals replacing the amber ones. The side marker lights on the front wings were changed as well from amber to clear, except on American market cars where they remained amber. The bumpers were also changed slightly for a more defined, chiseled appearance, and new wheel designs were made available.

Second generation: Boxster/Cayman (987.1) (2005–2008) & (987.2) (2009–2012)

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Main article:Porsche 987
Porsche Boxster (987)
Porsche Cayman R coupe (rear view)

The second generation of theBoxsterdebuted at the2004 Paris Motor Showwith the(997) 911and became available for sale in 2005.

Revised styling included modified headlights, larger side intake vents and enlarged wheel arches to allow wheels up to 19 inches in diameter. Interior revisions included a more prominent circular theme for the instrument cluster and cooling vents. The base engine is a 2.7-litre 176 kW (239 PS; 236 hp)flat-sixboxer engine,with the Boxster S getting a 3.2-litre 206 kW (280 PS; 276 hp) engine. For 2007, the base Boxster received a revised engine featuring VarioCam Plus and the Boxster S engine was upgraded from 3.2-litre to 3.4-litre. These upgrades made the Boxster series and the Cayman series equivalent in terms of power. The 987 is the last generation of the Boxster and Cayman series with hydraulic steering.

TheCaymanS fastback coupé (987c) was first unveiled and went on sale in late 2005. The base Cayman followed in July 2006.

Both the Cayman and second generation Boxster roadster share their mid-engine platform and many components, including the front fenders and trunk lid, doors, headlights, taillights, and forward portion of the interior. Styling incorporates cues from the356/1,the550 Coupéand the904 Coupé.[8][9]The Cayman'shatchbackenables access to luggage areas on top of and in the back of the engine cover. The suspension design is fundamentally the same as that of the Boxster with revised settings due to the stiffer chassis with the car's fixed roof.

The Cayman S was powered by a 3.4-litre flat-six mated to a 6-speedmanualtransaxle,a 2.7-litre engine with a 5-speed transmission was standard for the base model. An electronically controlled 5-speedautomatic(Tiptronic) was also available on the S and base models. The Tiptronic transmission for the 987.1 is aZF 5HP transmission19 model 1060.030 109/110.

The Boxster and Boxster S models received a facelift in 2008. Changes included an increase in engine displacement to 2.9-litre for the Boxster, incorporation ofDirect Fuel Injection(DFI) for the Boxster S. Both models now came standard with a new 6-speed manual gearbox and were available with a 7-speedPorsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe(PDK)dual clutch gearbox.Cosmetic changes included new head and tail lights, larger front air intakes with incorporatedday time running lights,and an altered lower rear end flanked by twin diffusers.

A facelift of the Porsche Cayman followed in February 2009. As with the Boxster, the base Cayman's engine displacement was increased to 2.9-litre while the Cayman S gained direct injection. Both the Cayman and Cayman S maintained a 7 kW (10 PS; 9 hp) power advantage over their roadster sibling, the Boxster. Alimited slip differentialwas now a factory option.[10]

2011 Porsche Cayman R in Peridot Green Metallic, unique to the R as an optional colour.

TheCayman Rwas launched In 2011 as the pinnacle of the 987 generation. Based on the 2009 Cayman S, the Cayman R was given more power and a 55 kg weight reduction thanks to lightweight wheels, 911 GT2 lightweight door cards and handles, doors and carbon seats, removal of air conditioning, storage compartments, entertainment system and rear wiper. The Cayman R was made in limited numbers and led the way to the formation of the Cayman GT4.[11]Porsche's iconic lightweight "R" designation originated with the legendary 911 R in 1967, becoming a distinct symbol.

Third generation: Boxster/Cayman (981) (2012–2016)

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Main article:Porsche 981
Porsche Cayman GT4 (981)
Porsche Boxster (981) rear

The third-generation Boxster (internally known as the 981) was announced on 13 March 2012 at theGeneva Motor Showwith sales starting in early summer 2012. The 981 Boxster reflected the new design language from the911 (991)and918,and featured new and revised engine and transmission specifications. Together with a new body, the type 981 Boxster featured a new, 40 per cent more torsionally rigid chassis, the front track was 40 mm (1.6 in) wider, the rear 18 mm (0.7 in) wider and the wheelbase extended by 60 mm (2.4 in), but with a small weight reduction of up to 35 kg (77 lb) compared to the previous type 987 Boxster.[12]

The standard Boxster was fitted with a new 2.7-litreflat-6engine, and the Boxster S was fitted with the existing 3.4-litre engine but with revised performance. Both engines were equipped with a 6-speed manual gearbox and an optional 7-speed reworkedPDK.Both manual and automatic models were available with several technical options, including Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) and a Sport Chrono Package that included active transmission mounts, and made the PDK-equipped model even faster. Porsche claimed that the new generation Boxster provided fuel savings of 15% over the outgoing model.

The range was expanded in March 2014 with the addition of the GTS derivative, with slightly altered front and rear bumpers and an additional 11 kW (15 PS; 15 hp) from the 3.4-litre engine.[13]

In 2015 the GT4 derivative was introduced, seeing the engine from a 991.1 Carrera S rotated 180 degrees. The GT4 also saw a lowered ride height, altered bumpers, a rear wing and additional GT package upgrades including brakes and certain suspension components from a 991.1 GT3. These special cars were manufactured from 2015 - 2016 with a total of 2500 being made, making this model one of the more desirable collector's cars in Porsche's lineup. The GT4 was widely considered one of the best cars of 2015/2016 where it won many awards for its impeccable handling and performance.

The third generation Cayman was unveiled at the2012 Geneva Motor Show.The production version of the 981 Cayman was released as a 2014 model in the spring of 2013. The new car was available in both the standard trim with a 2.7-litre engine, and in the S trim with a 3.4-litre engine. Both versions were available with either a 6-speed manual or a dual-clutch 7-speed PDK transmission.

The 981 Cayman featured upgrades including a new body, a longer wheelbase, a wider front track, electrically powered steering, and a redesigned interior that matched the firm's contemporaneous 911 models.

The new model gained acclaim in the motoring press as one of the best handling sports cars at any price, due to its mid-engine layout and driving dynamics. The Cayman S benefited from the same engine and running gear as Porsche's 3.4-litre version of the 911. [14][15][16]

Fourth generation: 718 Boxster/Cayman (982) (2016–present)

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Porsche 718 Cayman GTS
Porsche 718 Boxster S (rear view)

With the new 982-generation, the marketing designation of the Boxster and Cayman was changed toPorsche 718,a nod to Porsche's racing heritage that won theTarga Floriorace in 1959 and 1960. Because the 718 Cayman / Boxster has lost two cylinders, going from a naturally aspirated flat-6 engine to a turbocharged flat-4 engine, the name is meant to evoke a racing series that was won by a light car which outmaneuvered the cars with more powerful engines.[17][18]

The timeline of the 718 release started in 2016, with first model availability scheduled for June. The 718 base models featured two new horizontally-opposed flat-4 turbocharged engines of 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre displacements with increased torque and horsepower along with lower fuel consumption. The S model's turbocharger utilises Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG) technology.[19][20]The Boxster S could accelerate from 0–97 km/h (0–60 mph) in 4.1 seconds, and the Cayman S in 3.9 seconds. In October 2017, the GTS models were announced with their 2.5-litre engines upgraded to 272 kW (370 PS; 365 hp).[21]

In 2020, the GTS 4.0 model of both the Boxster and the Cayman was released with a new engine, a slightly de-tuned version of the 4.0-litre naturally aspirated six-cylinder boxer engine found in the GT4. In the GTS 4.0 trim the engine is rated at 294 kW (400 PS; 394 hp) and 420 N⋅m (310 lb⋅ft) of torque while the GT4 engine has 309 kW (420 PS; 414 hp). The GTS comes standard with a six-speed manual gearbox, -20 mm sport suspension with adaptive dampers and a mechanical limited slip differential.[22]

The exterior of the 718 Boxster and Cayman is very similar to the third generation, in fact more of an evolution than a redesign. The most notable changes are to the rear of the car, which now has a long black-trim bar across the rear connecting the two taillights. The headlights and bumper are also heavily reworked. On the sides, the mirrors have been redesigned, taking cue from the SportDesign mirrors on the GT3. Porsche also began offering additional exterior color options including Miami Blue, Chalk, and Graphite Blue Metallic.

The interior remains very similar to the 981 Cayman / Boxster and the 991.2 generation of the Porsche 911. The main change is the new PCM 4.0 infotainment system, which replaces the PCM 3.1.[23]The steering wheel comes with a mode selector switch that includes a selection of Sports and Sports Plus driving modes, resulting in snappier throttle response at the cost of fuel efficiency. Overall, the most prominent design features of the 981 Cayman / Boxster remain, including large air induction ports on the side, and the prominent horizontal aluminum piece used for adding oil and coolant in the trunk.[24]

Despite the loss of two cylinders, the 718 Cayman / Boxster are mechanically superior to the 981 model[citation needed];acceleration is faster and steering is improved according toTop GearandMotor Trend.In spite of the view of some that the new engine "cheapens the experience",[25]the 718 Cayman was declaredMotor Trend's2nd best Drivers car in 2017, which praised the car's handling and throttle response. Giving the award, Miguel Cortina noted, "The suspension is just what you want to feel in a car like this—stiff, sporty, rigid. You get a very good sense of what is happening on the road."[26]

In 2021, Porsche unveiled the 718 Cayman GT4 RS, the first Cayman to receive the RS treatment which is usually reserved for the 911 models. With a 4.0 naturally aspirated flat-six derived from the 911 GT3, it puts out 500 PS (370 kW; 490 hp; 500 PS) and 450 N⋅m (330 lbf⋅ft) which allows it to sprint from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in just 3.4 seconds. It generates 25% more downforce than the GT4 variant, through a swan-neck attachment fixed rear wing. The GT4 RS lapped the Nürburgring Nordschleife 23 seconds faster than the GT4.[27]

Motorsport

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Boxster

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UK Race Boxster

Cayman

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Porsche Cayman 981 SP GT4
Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport

Awards

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The Boxster and Cayman received a number of international and regional awards:

  • Autocar:Best Roadster in the World,Five Star Carfor the Boxster GT4 in 2016[41]
  • Auto Express:2007 & 2006Greatest Drives & Best Sporting Car,[citation needed]2012Roadster of the Year[42]
  • Automobile:All Stars Awardnine times including 2007, 2010 and 2012[43][44]
  • Autoweek:2005 Frankfurt Motor ShowEditors' Best in Show
  • Car and Driver:On the10Bestlist 23 times, from 1998 through 2003, and 2006 through 2022.[45]
  • evo:Magazine's recommended buy in the Sports Car category since the model's introduction. Included in the lists (without order) Best performance cars 2014, Best sportscars 2017.[46][47]Winner evo Car of the Year 2015 (Cayman GT4).[48]
  • J.D. Power:Highest ranked inCompact Premium Sporty Car,Initial Quality Study2006, 2007, 2013, 2014, 2015, andAutomotive Performance, Execution and Layout Study2013, 2014, 2015, 2016[49]
  • Motor Authority– Best Car To Buy 2014[50]
  • Motor Trend:2009Best Driver's Car[51]
  • Playboy Magazine:2006Car of the Year[52]
  • Scottish Car of the Year:2012Best Drop Top[53]
  • South African Car of the Year:2013,[54]2014[55]
  • Top Gear– 2016Sports Car of the Year.[56]
  • What Car?:2015Sports Car of the Year[57]
  • What Car?:2021Sports Car of the Year(for the 718 Cayman GTS 4.0).[58]What Car?awarded the 718 Cayman five stars out of five in its review of the car.[59]
  • World Car of the Year:World Performance Car in 2006, 2013 and 2017.[60][61][62]

Mechanical issues and lawsuit

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Boxster models manufactured between 4 May 2001 and 21 February 2005 have suffered engine failure due to a fault with theintermediate shaft (IMS) bearing,which resulted in a class action lawsuit against Porsche Cars North America (referred to asEisen v. Porsche Cars North America).[63]A settlement was agreed in March 2013, subject to court approval.[64]Some say IMS bearing failure issues are not limited to the model years covered in the settlement.[65]

On March 5, 2019, Porsche issued a recall on 14,388 718 Caymans and Boxsters, due to a luggage compartment bracket that could puncture the fuel tank in certain collision instances.[66]

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Workshop manuals

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  • Dempsey, Wayne R. (2010).101 Projects for Your Porsche Boxster.Motorbooks Workshop series. Minneapolis, MN, USA: Motorbooks.ISBN9780760335543.
  • McGowan, Robert (2020).Porsche Boxster: The Practically Free Sportscar – The Beginner's Guide to Owning the Ultimate Roadster.Practically Free Porsche series, no. 2 of 5. Robert McGowan.ISBN9798672377872.
  • Porsche Boxster: Service Manual Boxster, Boxster S, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004.Cambridge, MA, USA: Bentley Publishers. 2010.ISBN9780837616452.
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