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2013 Porsche Cayman image leaked

2013 Porsche Cayman (981)

A French magazine is understood to be the source of this leaked image showing the new 981 Porsche Cayman. The car is scheduled to be officially revealed by Porsche in the next 24 hours.

It’s expected the Cayman will source its engines from the 981 Boxster, which means the entry-level model should feature a 2.7 litre flat-six, while the Cayman S will have a 3.4 litre. Of course, being a theoretical level up the Porsche food chain the Cayman is likely to get a modest 10hp power increase over the 265hp (195kW) and 315hp (232kW) offered in the two Boxster engines.

We’ll bring you full details as soon as we can. In the meantime there’s a short video after the break showing some Cayman prototypes driving near Porsche’s headquarters in Stuttgart.

[Source: Worldscoop | Thanks to John for the tip]

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VIDEO: Boxster S v 911 Carrera

Porsche Boxster S v 911 Carrera

The latest incarnation of the Boxster, the 981, is supposed to be very, very good. Similarly, the new 991 911 is also slowly winning over its critics, still pining at the loss of the remarkable 997 model that preceded it. But which is better, and should such a comparison even be considered?

Well, we don’t have to worry about working out the answer to that question because Jethro Bovingdon has already overseen a 981 v 991 grudge match, on behalf of Car and Driver magazine.

It’s Boxster S, with PASM and PTV, against a vanilla 991 Carrera. In Australian terms the price difference is substantial; you’re looking at around $150K for the Boxster and $250K for entry-level 911.

So, let’s find out where the smart money goes…

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Anticipating the 981 Porsche Cayman

981 Porsche Cayman spied

These spy shots of the next-gen Porsche Cayman (981) aren’t new, indeed they’re almost 12 months old. But we stumbled across them today in our internet travels and thought—especially in profile view—gee, the new Cayman is going to look bloody good!

That’s probably no real surprise, as the new Boxster, on which the Cayman is based, is also a fine looking car.

But when you compare the new Cayman to the previous 987 model you see the silhouette has evolved nicely. The 987 was a pretty good looking coupé to start with, but that slightly beefier rake on the rear window of the 981 has attracted our attention, and increased our anticipation for the new model.

We’re expecting to see the new Cayman at the LA Auto Show in late November.

[Source: Road & Track | Pics: Brenda Priddy & Company]

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Geneva 2012: Porsche Boxster

2012 Porsche Boxster

Back in January Porsche revealed the first official photos and information on its all-new Boxster. However, Porsche had always planned to wait until the Geneva Motor Show for the roadster to make its public debut.

There’s no new press material, so we’ve repeated the text from January for you after the break. There are a few new press photos and also a short video from the launch in Geneva.

Bernhard Maier, Sales and Marketing board member sums it up best: “Driving experience, on a winding road, on a Sunday morning. The sun is shining. Good music, the best music is coming from the Boxster itself, the motor. That seems to be one of the perfect days in my life.”

One final thing, imagine how much better the Boxster will look when it’s not in gold or brown paint!

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2012 Porsche Boxster revealed

2012 Porsche Boxster

Today Porsche has revealed details for its new Porsche Boxster. They say its the most comprehensive generation change yet for the Boxtser. That’s not that hard given this is just the third-generation.

That aside, Porsche should be congratulated for lowering the weight across the board for the new 981 model. Even if they’re a bit shy about putting a number to that weight loss. As we’ve previously reported, though, it’s around 15kg.

Other changes include a longer wheelbase, wider track and shorter overhangs. That’s right, this Boxster should be even more precise than the old 987 model.

Following the proven path the Boxster is available in two models, a 2.7 litre flat six with 195kW, and the S model, featuring a 3.4 litre flat six with 232kW. If you get the optional 7-speed PDK transmission you’ll reach 100km/h in 5.7 seconds in the entry level Boxster, while the S will do it in 5.0 seconds.

Sounds good, hey. Bet it drives like an absolute charm too. There’s more pics and a couple of videos after the break. If you still want more Boxster, then head on over to the dedicated microsite at the Porsche website.

UPDATE 13 January: Porsche Cars Australia say: “The new Boxster generation goes on sale in Europe in mid April, with sales in Australia beginning a few months later. Local pricing will be announced close to then.”

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Porsche Boxster prototype spied at fuel station

Porsche Boxster prototype

This new Porsche Boxster test mule was recently spotted by a member of the public at a fuel station in Germany. It offers a good look at the overall shape of the next model Boxster even though finer details have been covered up.

The current Boxster range has been signed with the Spyder which is fast becoming acknowledged as a modern classic. The new range will build on that legacy with a stiffer chassis to improve handling and more efficient engines to satisfy European regulations.

We should see the new Boxster some time in 2011.

[Source: Bild]

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