2020 Porsche 911 C4S Cabriolet

Written By:

Mike G

First and foremost, I must say this was such an amazing machine to drive.

The wind in your hair, the howl of that flat-six with GT3 induction noise. It was intoxicating. These new Porsche 992’s are remarkable in every way you can imagine performance, handling, and class. It has it all, I know they changed something with the induction on these 911’s because after 4k rpm’s it sounds like a GT3 is howling on induction. This particular machine was spec’d very well, with the Aventurine Green with wood trim went very well. I will be honest if I was in the office spec’ing the car it would have been hard to imagine this package but in person it was dynamite. I really enjoyed it. Also, it changed colors in the sunlight, if you haven’t seen the YouTube video review of the car you really need to see it to believe it. It still packs the 443hp @ 6,500 rpm but, she weighs in at 3,641 lbs. She is a chunky one, but it does feel like it when you drive the car. In no way did it feel sluggish or lacking or heavy at all. I was really surprised by that because I was expecting it to feel a lot heavier than the 2020 Porsche 911 C2S cabriolet we drove, but it didn’t feel it at all. Even the steering wasn’t heavy they really did a great job with the all-wheel-drive system. As you would imagine the car felt incredible to drive and with that color people were breaking their necks in traffic to get a look at the all-new 911. Final thoughts, I felt this particular car was the one truly for all environments. If you live anywhere that has seasons this is your sports car. I know I am mainly a couple kind of person but, I would buy this car in a heartbeat. It has the performance and the looks of a coupe. It looks like a coupe finally because Porsche was finally able to crack the code of not making their 911 cabriolet look like an afterthought. What I mean by that this generation the roofline meets the body line just like it does in the fix roof coupes. So now finally after all these years, I am on board for a cab, it looks like a coupe when the roof is up and doesn’t look weird when the top is down. This truly is an all-rounder for all elements with the 4S system, you can live in a seasonable climate and own and drive this year-round without a problem. Sign me up!!! CheeRS.

1991 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 (964)

Written By:

Mike G

Man, oh man was this was unique Porsche 964 to drive. The color on this vehicle was viola which was a light purple. This was a Japan import car. For those of you that don’t know your Porsche history very well here is a little lesson. In the 90’s Porsche was struggling as a company, struggling so badly they were on the verge of bankruptcy. Well, in the ’90s the Japanese economy was in the stratosphere. They were making so much money they had no idea what to do with it. Enter the legendary Mizawa Porsche dealership in Japan. This place was importing all the Porsche legends of the time the 964 RS in all the juicy colors you guessed it they got a ton of them. 964’s in wild colors like this yep they got them. Why you may ask, was it just the economy? No, they still had to choose these wonderful colors and the Japanese had style and got all the bright and unique colors because they could. They had so much money they weren’t worried about if the color was loud for resale they were living in the moment. They wanted it at the time because bright colors were cool at the time. Unlike the standard primary colors, they stay away from that. So that was the cliff notes version of why so many cool Porsche 911’s for the late ’80s and 90’s come from Japan. 

Stats on this one are not overly impressive for modern standards but think of time. Horsepower was at 247 @ 6100 rpm and 228 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm. The C4 which this was weighed 3,252 lbs which is pretty heavy for a 911. This is because the all-wheel-drive system is very old, and this was the first time it was ever being put into mass production for Porsche. When driving this C4 compared to my C2 was considerably different in the steering and weight department. My C2 weighs just under 3,000 lbs because I was able to get some weight of it. You can certainly tell when the car has the horsepower numbers mentioned. Anyway, that’s not really fair because my car has a lot of modifications done to it. This C4 was very close to stock. It still very fun to drive, let’s face it you don’t buy a Porsche 911 of this vintage and expect it to be fast. You are buying it for the feels and the looks. It had both in spades. Love the way this car looked. Since it was a ROW rest of the world car it didn’t have a sunroof which I love. I feel the 964 with a sunroof just messes up the roofline to the eye. The color just oozed 90’s which I love because it made you feel like you just went back in time.

Final thoughts on this car, I really enjoyed the car. I felt special driving it. It was a sense of occasion and that is exactly what you want to feel when you drive a vintage air-cooled 911. The combination of color and feels this one was special. Also, knowing the history of the car living in Japan is another cool factory. Despite the fact it being a C4 I would still like to own this car because all the special things I mentioned already. You could even daily drive this car if you lived in a cold climate due to the fact of it being a C4. Again, this isn’t a speed demon and as long as you approach it that way this car was so great in so many ways. Until the next time CheeRS. 

2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S

Written By:

Mike G

The all-new 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S is truly out of this world. The technology in this vehicle is leaps and bounds ahead of any electric technology on the market. Not because of its power levels or its continuous launch capability. More for its ability to operate on a road course, this thing is a true Porsche. What I mean by that in case you don’t know that means is that is elegant, fast, and trackable. Nearly everything in Porsche’s lineup fits those demographics. The New Taycan Turbo S is no exception. This thing is so planted through the corners on track with its suspension stability system and electric modulating motors it really is future stuff at work. If you haven’t seen it in action I would challenge you to go to some source and view a video of it. Top gear recently tested it and on their testing track, it ran the same time as Acura’s new supercar the NSX. Doesn’t seem that impressive? You would be wrong for thinking that. The Taycan weighs 5121 lbs and the NSX weighs 3878 lbs. It nearly a miata’s difference in weight between them. So imagine this for a second, take a Miata and strap it to the roof of the NSX and send it around the track. That’s basically in a nutshell what the Taycan Turbo S is working with. Additionally, it’s a 4 door sedan, so this without a doubt is truly space stuff or witchcraft at work here.

So some statistical data for you number junkies out there.  The Taycan Turbo S is rated at 750 hp and 774 lb-ft and real-world battery right around 240 miles of range despite what the EPA says. Trust us we have driven it all of those miles in real-world conditions that’s what you get. It has a 0 to 60 time at 2.6 seconds and runs the quarter-mile at 10.47 sec @ 130.7 mph. That’s right! A 10 Second car that is a sedan. So now you can pay Dom with this 10 Sec car buster if you got money to make it happen. If anyone out there catches that reference I secretly love you. Anyway, it also pulls a 1.02 g lateral acceleration. Those are the stats for all of you that need them. 

Finally thoughts, I will be the first to eat crow on this particular electric car. Not on all-electric cars just this one. Since I am a self-proclaimed motorsports Porsche person I love all combustion engine things. However, this Taycan Turbo S has really changed my way of thinking. Porsche has it so right here with this technology. It’s exciting to drive and feels like a sports car. Unlike other electrics on the market the styling and lack of sportscar feels are not there from the other providers. Most of them are one-trick ponies by being able to go fast in a straight line once and then needing a cooldown. Not this animal that Porsche created, dare I say this is as close as you can get to the combustion engine on driving feels. If I were one that was fortunate enough to have a chance to buy one of these and could afford it there is no doubt in my mind you will ever regret the decision to buy. This thing is a space shuttle! CheeRS!

2019 Porsche Cayenne S

Written By:

Mike G

The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S is a lovely SUV in the sea of many choices of SUV’s. Now Porsche SUV’s are different than most SUV’s in the fact that Porsche is still making the vehicle. What I mean by that is there is a fit and finish that is 2nd to none in its price range. You still get sporty feels from the steering wheel and tons of power from the engine bay. So this particular SUV is a cut of above the rest. It certainly was a joy to spend the day with and I certainly see the appeal of having a luxury SUV that is quick and nimble and can carry quite a bit of cargo. Very practical indeed. This particular model was equipped with the high end club package. The club package is the highest interior trim package you can get, has burl wood trim with plush leather everywhere. Was it worth it? I think it was a very nice place to be and had never experienced that. 

The run down that is new for 2019 the engine is a 2.9 liter twin turbo charged producing 434 hp and 405 lb-ft. I found the 2.9 liter an odd displacement number. However, it performed very well. This thing has tons of power. It is a pig and weighs in at 4800 lbs so it needs the power. I will say it weighing in that heavy it didn’t feel heavy. Towing capacity is more than capable at 7,700 lbs and I believe that is very underrated. This can tow over 10,000 lbs no problem. Here is a unreal number for you the vehicle will run the quarter mile in 12.8. In comparison in 2003 a Mustang GT bone stock runs the quarter mile in 13.8. This isn’t something people are going to do is go to the drag strip with Porsche Cayenne S but I just wanted to put that in perspective for you. Also, this is just the S people not many SUV’s are bring this power for its near entry level trim. A lot of bang for the buck here. Steering was tight, and shifts were smooth. Now, it was not a PDK. I believe that Porsche is still using the torque converter on these cars because of the strength they have with towing. 

Final thoughts, I would like to own one. With that being said in a previous article I did say the Cayenne E-hybrid is the sweet spot and I still believe that. Now this would be a good alternate if some reason I couldn’t get my hands on the Hybrid. Many that know me, I am motorsports driven but honestly these Porsche Suv’s are really nice and powerful and I certainly see the desire for them. Cheers! 

2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid

Written By:

Mike G

Best all-around mid-size SUV period? I think so; this pig weighing at 5,000 lbs is shockingly good. So good in fact I believe as far a daily driver and all around road trip do everything vehicle this is it. This vehicle isn’t getting all the attention it deserves and I think it’s because the general public feel that Hybrids are old news and the just want the new EV stuff. The public is so easy to manipulate with all the EV technology coming down and all the companies due to release them. I still feel the Hybrids should last longer than they have. First, no range anxiety. You can actually drive this thing on a family road trip to the mountains and go camping without worrying about where in the hell you are going to plug it in because it also takes gas!!! Oh yeah and the electric battery can charge itself while driving, awesome!! 

Numbers time, so the gas engine is a V6 turbocharged putting out 335 hp and 332 lb-ft. The electric motor adds another 134 hp and 295 lb-ft totally 455 hp and 516 lb-ft combined. Now I know that math doesn’t add up but those are Porsche’s numbers combined so don’t send me hate mail telling me to go back to college. This heavy pig can do 0 to 60 in 4.7 secs!! Top speed of 157 mph. Also, it gets 46 mpg combined with the EV motor. Pretty nuts in a heavy vehicle that can put down big power. Another crazy fun fact about this is that it’s cheaper than the all gas engine Cayenne S and gets better mileage and is more powerful. Why would you not buy this one? I can’t figure it out maybe people just are not doing their research? I mean this is a no brainer when it comes to value for what you pay for here folks. These are just as well equipped as the Cayenne S, beautiful interior tons of leather and moon roof. Handles well for an SUV, I mean lets be real it’s not a 911. Although it’s one of the better handling SUV’s on the market if not the best. So it has that going for it. Very powerful, very beautiful and very capable. This can tow up to 7,700 lbs, and can go off road. It had wet, sand, mud and snow settings. This one can truly do it all.

Would I own one of these? In heartbeat. I loved everything about this 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid. I think it’s the best Cayenne in the entire lineup. I think you would be foolish to pass on this and pay a ton more money for one that has fewer positives than this one. This is the secret sweet spot in the lineup power, towing, mpg, and all the luxury all at the same time. 2019 Cayenne E-Hybrid is a true road warrior ready to chew up miles and treat you good!

2018 GT3 in Voodoo Blue

Written By:

Mike G

What a keeper this bad boy is. First I will start with the Voodoo Blue it is very striking in person, on camera doesn’t do it real justice. Something your eye can pick up better really moves you inside. Now in a sea of GT cars all PTS this color still manages to stand out in a very positive way. Now with so many people saying and the numbers don’t lie “get the PDK for lap times”. I could care less about that element,  the manual transmission in this GT3 is heavenly! So engaging and pleasant to drive. I think my cheeks are still hurting from smiling while I spent the day with this beautiful machine. I know this is going to sound strange but this GT3 was spec’d with comfort seats. This car isn’t going to see a ton of track use and most of its duty will be spirited road use. I can say the seats were nice and I could see myself road-tripping this to many driving events. The carbon buckets for more than several hours can be harsh on the old back. 

The great stuff by the numbers. 9,000 rpm red line, 500hp and 339 lb-ft. Quarter mile times 11.5 secs at 125-mph, a fun fact that is the exact same trap time the 650hp Corvette Z06 Stingray runs. However, the GT3 reaches 160mph faster than the Z06 interesting I thought since the Vette has so much more power and torque. I guess the new balances weigh the Vette down a bit? This GT3 is such a weapon, handles like it is on rails and fast as hell. Oh did I mention the amazing song the engine/exhaust sing is something impossible to describe. If you haven’t had the chance to ever hear one check out our YouTube review of this particular car. We do our best to capture it but, still need to hear it in person. You will get the idea from the video though. This GT3 is a modern classic. The 4.0 Liter engine is such a beast and the car rev’s up so fast. So many good things about this car. The suspension is not harsh even though we rode around in the harshest setting all day I didn’t find it bad at all. My calibration for hard settings isn’t exactly ideal considering my 964 is super harsh and rigid for track settings and doesn’t have all the modern damping this car has. Needless to say, I was very comfortable. 

If I could afford one of these I would add it to my collection right now!!! You can’t buy a modern GT3 manual anymore unless you want the GT3 touring. If you want one with a wing, this was the last one so far. With so many that were made in PTS, the next few years will be the time to get one while all the new breeds show up. Because in time this particular model will shoot up in price mark my word. With all the EV things that will be here in the next few years a naturally aspirated 4 liter, manual GT car will be a very rare bird in years to come. So to summarize do everything within your power to grab one and hang on to it. I am not saying don’t drive it, you better drive the hell out of it but you have to get one! Cheers!

2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Weissach

Written By:

Mike G

Ever been strapped to an acme rocket before? Yeah me either but, we can imagine what it would be like. I have been a passenger in a jet that was capable of breaking the sound barrier and this is as close as anything has ever come to that on the ground. To be totally transparent I was one of those trolls that said “why would you ever need this?” “who is going to buy these” mainly it was said out of jealously for one because I knew that I would never be able to afford one. Secondly I never thought anyone would ever give me a chance to report on one as well. I mean what are there like all of 3 people out there pay attention to all of our podcasts and videos and articles we make. This was legitimately the most expensive and special car we have driven to date. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity.

​By the numbers, this 2019 Porsche GT2 RS with the Weissach Pack has 690hp and 553 lb-ft and weighs in only at 3,241 lbs. INSANE power to weight ratio and you feel every bit of it. Top speed is 211 mph and 0 to 60 times come in at a blistering 2.7 seconds. Healthy price tag at 293k before options but in my opinion worth every penny. It is a twin turbo charged flat six delivering all that power. When you are in the cockpit of this weapon you certainly feel you are in a very special location. The carbon fiber buckets and the endless amounts of carbon fiber inside the cabin is crazy. There is no shortage of knowing you are in GT2 RS weissach pack with all the badges and labels inside. The sounds the car made on startup was warming up a turbine engine, the wurs when the turbos woke up and coming from the titanium exhaust is just heavily. Then you look out the rear window and see that monster wing as you back the car up, wow! Handling as you would imagine is razor sharp. Shifts are smooth as silk and the acceleration is unworldly. This car defies the laws of physics; you would think something this powerful would not be able to put the power to ground. It would just spin and not hook up, not the GT2 RS the voodoo doctors in Germany made sure this delivers every single ounce of power. Handling the road very well even in its most harsh setting.

​Final thoughts, this GT2 RS is one for the history books. I spent the first hour trying to figure out how to describe it to the camera as I drove. It was like I was having some out of body experience. It really is that good. It’s so tight, so capable, and so special I really don’t know how Porsche could ever make a 911 that could top this particular car. It gives you a very sense of occasion when you get in the car as it should because it is the most powerful 911 every made. We love it and I know everyone is shocked by that but you have the means I certainly recommend adding one of these to your stable of fun!!

2008 Porsche 911 GT2

Written By:

Mike G

The last of its kind, the last true widow maker. This twin-turbo, manual transmission rear-wheel drive animal was a true unicorn. First and foremost I would have never thought I would have had an opportunity to drive one of these let alone be able to spend an entire day with it. I feel so grateful for the chance to put it through its paces. So let’s address the elephant in the room and say how rare this particular car is. There were only 185 Porsche 911 GT2 examples delivered to the US and this particular one was the most optioned GT2 in the world in 2008. Coming in right at a lofty 227k, that’s right 227k in 2008. So the owner of this car must have been a real boss because we all know the US economy was in freefall in 2008. Now, I don’t mention this brag or gloat by any means. I just needed to say that to put things into perspective because even in the Porsche exclusive world this is ultra-exclusive and a truly one of a kind example. 

Now, all the high-level stuff is out of the way let’s talk data. So this bad boy weighs in at 3150lbs and has 530hp and 505 ft-tq. Now with the horsepower wars of today it doesn’t sound nuts however, this car’s power to weight ratio is off the chars. Most of those super horsepower cars of today are 4,000lbs or more. Also, this car doesn’t have a bunch of nannies to save your tail. You screw up just a hair the car will burry you in a heartbeat. Also, 0 to 60 is 3.7 seconds and top speeds at 204. All off the charts for 2008 and still lightning compared to standards of modern-day. This has to be hands down the most modern drivers car out there, you have to have a skill set to even drive this car anywhere close to the edge. I am not that driver, I pushed it on a clear road and used both lanes when I did my second and third gear pull and I couldn’t image driving this on a curvy road or track on the edge. I don’t have the skills for that. I would image you have to be the highest caliber type of driver for you to extract everything out of the car. Does that make it a bad thing though? Heck no! I embraced the challenge; I can see the appeal of a vehicle that is so dangerous yet very unassuming from its outer appearance.  To most people, they would never know the monster that lies behind by glancing at this machine. I really like that appeal to it. The seats were track ready carbon buckets, not going for a long road trip in those. Steering was amazing, very tight and direct and manual transmission very notchy in a great way. It sports big 305’s from the factory on the rear and it needs every bit of it. 

Final thoughts wow a true legend this car is. The Porsche 911 GT2 so special, so rare I felt so alive while driving this car. Every sense was at its highest when I was driving this animal. It needed to be this car is not to be taken lightly. I can see when you drive this car every time it is an event as it should be. I just wanted to keep putting miles on it and keep driving it. I said this car felt like a modern-day 930 turbo. It really is, just way more powerful and way more deadly and I love that. If you are reading this and you have the means and the lucky opportunity to buy one of these you better do it as fast as you can. Most of these unicorns are locked for a lifetime like this particular one but, if you are really lucky you may find yourself a unicorn you just have to be ready when the opportunity presents itself!  

2019 Porsche 718 Boxster

Written:

Mike G

Ok, we finally got our hands on a brand new 2019 Porsche 719 Boxster, car had 8 miles on it when we got our chance at it. So let’s address this now so we don’t have to later. As many people out there talk noise about Porsche Boxster’s in general I don’t get it. Even outside of the brand there are self-proclaimed car people that say things like “that isn’t a real Porsche”, “that’s a fast Miata”, and the old one “that’s a hair dressers car”. We have all heard these things. I still have a hard time listening to all that non-sense. History lesson time, in the late 90’s Porsche was in deep crap financially. The show needed a hero, a car that was going to save them. Enter the Boxster. It covered a huge price point gap between the expensive Porsche 911. It gave an opportunity to get into the brand at a reason price. Oh did I mention it still is a real Porsche. Offered with a manual transmission, under 3,000 lbs., mid-engine Flat 6 when it can out, and topless like the old vintage race cars. What did it do? Kicked serious ass in the market, it pulled Porsche into the next century with new found capital and excitement in the brand. This car is a Hero, and still many people roll their eyes at the Boxster. It pisses me off honestly! When in society did we get to point where Heroes were treated like a pimple on a models face? It sadness me and makes me mad all at the same time. Then Porsche takes away the flat six and makes it a turbo charged flat 4 and everyone who has an opinion that wasn’t buying Boxster’s anyways bitches and moans about how the flat six is gone. Get over yourselves! The car is great, then Porsche being the legends that they are they bring back the flat coming in 2020 in the Boxster and Cayman for all the ass clowns that were whining about the car to begin with. What auto manufacture does something like that for their so called customer base? It’s a tough answer but I will assist. NONE!!! Only Porsche. Ok, now I have said my piece on how I feel about all the trolls that are out there let’s get to the car review.

By the numbers, we drove the base model. Price point for this one was 59K dollars. It has 300hp, 280 lb-ft, zero to 60 in 4.9 secs, and weighs a little under 3,000 lbs. Oh, still mid-engine by the way, if I said it was anything other than a Boxster you guys would think it was the best thing since air conditioner was invented. I am here to tell you to stop thinking that way. This is a fantastic car! Steering is very direct and talks to the driver very well. The cars are balance is uncanny; I like the bangs and pops on down shift curiosity of the turbo. Now, this was the base model, you can get a Porsche 718 Boxster S with 350 hp which is more than enough. Even the 300 hp we had was plenty. Everyone is chasing power numbers now days, what about power to weight and balance? This Boxster has it all in the right places. Interesting enough, this car has very good storage for what it is. Being mid-engine, you can put things in the frunk, and in the trunk. Cabin was tight and sporty as it should be. The top comes off on in roughly 16 seconds which is very quick. Suspension was nice and sporty, and PDK was on point as usual. 

Final thoughts, I really enjoyed my time in this car. It has a great curb appeal and performance to back it up. Is it going to win drag races and melt your face with power? No but, that is also not the intend of this vehicle. It is a canyon craver with an open air experience. It is classy and sport all at the same time. As all of you should know if Porsche is placing their name on it they believe in. They do not produce something just to sell everything they make is very well thought out. So all the people out there that have a negative opinion about these cars stop it, next you see one or drive one say thank you to the car it will appreciate it. Too much hate out there people, time to turn that around be happy! Cheers!

2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Written By:

Mike G

The best of the bunch even though there are still more to come? I mean that question is just to make your mind think for a bit. Now I know the GT cars are on the way, and the actual Turbo Porsche 911 is on the way. Hear me out; I never thought I would have any desire or interest for that matter in Porsche Cabriolet. Now, when we spent the day with the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet I was truly blown away in that the fact the car is so good in every aspect. I will not bore you with Data because we did review the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S coupe and the numbers are exactly the same, so click back and read that article if you are a stat jockey. I am only talking about what makes this so different than the coupe other than the obvious.

The one major one is that most car reviews are not spending enough time on, in my opinion, is how the roofline looks proper. Now, Porsche has been making cabriolets for decades but, visually have always looked like an afterthought. They look like they took a coupe and literally chop the top off and stuck a canvas top on it. Not this bad boy, this car has the very distinct Porsche 911 coupe roofline all the way through to the rear of the car. THIS IS A BIG DEAL PEOPLE!!!! They have never seemed to have got that right until now. That was the major reason I never had any interest in a cabriolet in a Porsche 911 in prior generations. So this car looks beautiful with the top up and the top down and has the same performance as the coupe. Not to mention that beautiful howl I speak of towards the ladder part of the rpm range can be heard much better with the top down. It is such a glorious sound, and it is so intoxicating. If you have ever been in a GT car on full tilt that is the noise I am talking about, if not if you have been to an IMSA race the noise the GTLM RSR makes when they are on throttle that is the noise. It is UNREAL, but what I really love about this is when you put the top down you can get to the rear seats to store things so easy, and it looks so classy. When the top up in a black paint car unless you are close to the car it is really hard to tell if it is a cabriolet or not. Love that!

Final thoughts, Porsche killed the game with this one. Top or Down it’s amazing, it is fast, it’s classy, is nimble and beautiful to look at. If you have been on the fence on Porsche 911 convertibles like me over the years don’t be any longer. For you people longing for a Porsche 911 that is all that I have talked about and can be topless this is your time my friend. Don’t delay, go get one they are hands down so much fun! This new 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet is hands down the “Da Business” and we absolutely recommend getting one these! Great job Porsche!!! 

2019 Porsche Macan S

Written by:

Mike G

When you thing you Porsche Macan, you may think boring commuter, family daily driver that isn’t fun. Well, you would be wrong if you thought those things. Specifically in the Porsche Macan S trim we tested. Now we have also driven the base Macan and I thought that was nice but, I really enjoyed the S trim. Why, for the most part the styling and power is very different. The 348 horsepower and 354 lb-ft coming from a V6 turbo charged engine. I can’t believe I am going to say this but with Sports Chrono it does 0 to 60 in 4.9s. That is very impressive for a 4300lb SUV; I mean that is very quick. I can tell you we tested it a ton with many launches controls it was quick, dare I say fast. Towing capacity 4409lbs which is plenty for an open trailer with a race car, or boat, or whatever in that weight category. The one we tested was 72k with all the options it had on it. It was very well equipped.

The drive, it was outstanding! That much better than the base? I say yes, that V6 turbocharged engine makes a world of difference. The steering felt tighter as well, I know it is probably in my head but it did. The power increase after driving both the Base and the S felt significant for me. Styling, there were a few little trim bits that were nicer in the S; also the exterior was also treated to some visual upgrades. Moving to what this really is, it is an all-rounder for the world we live in now days. Let me explain, many of our roads have not been worked on in years so road conditions suck as a whole. This vehicle provides road clearance, soften suspension for those roads. It can haul the family around no problem with luggage on family trips, daily school runs, dinner, you name it and it can do it. Did I mention its fast? Well it is there is no question about it. It handles like a sports car; it feels like a sports car when you are driving it. This Porsche Macan S did not feel like an SUV, I was pleasantly surprised by it. It’s so versatile I dare say if you could only own one modern Porsche this maybe the one. Power is just enough not to killer yourself but enough to get you moving very quickly. 

Final thoughts, I say get one. Would I own one YES, if I could afford one. Now, one of these second hand in the next two to three years will be a money spot to be. If you have the means get the brand new one. You will not be sad if you choose the Porsche Macan S, it really is the Swiss Army knife of the Porsche world. Fast, nimble, carries 4 to 5 passengers, carries your gear and super comfortable. It is definitely the business and we give this Porsche the Pcar Talk seal of approval! 

2016 Porsche Cayman GT4

Written by:

Mike G

The 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4 isn’t something new however, it is something very special. Dare I say this vehicle has the under pinning’s of a modern classic? Hear me out on this one everyone. I know with the modern day GT cars from the Porsche world it seems everything they make is limited or special in its own way. The 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4 was a one year car though and has held value very very strongly up to this point. Now there is new one coming in 2020 we all know that. More power, more this more that we get it. Now to be fare I am sure the new car will be amazing in its own right but, it will never be the first generation. This one we tested was the birth, the beginning and that will always carry weight. Not to mention it is very amazing vehicle. It has all the correct DNA to be a classic. Naturally aspirated 3.8 liter flat 6, weighs in at under 3k pounds, manual transmission, 385hp and very balanced mid engine chassis. Need I continue to convince you? They made them in a very limited amount. Ok what if I tell you at this moment you can find them for sale in the 80 thousand range, now I know that is a lot of money however, you get a ton for it. Now, when the new GT4 hits the market next year there will be a 12 to 36 month window in my opinion where these 2016’s will take a little bit of a down turn in price and that’s the time to grab one. After that window I believe the market will realize that you can get 90% of the new car for much cheaper price in the older car. You buy in at that you will be golden. I really do believe these will be the ones to have down the road.

The drive was unreal, this one had after market exhaust and headers and hollowed like a banshee. I was drunk on its sound, I wanted to take this one home. They were asking 89k for this example and it had just under 4k miles on it. It was virtually brand new. We spend the entire day with this animal and loved every second of it. The steering was so tight and direct I felt like it was a roller coaster with each point and shoot. I am 911 guy all the way through but, I want one of these bad. I would love to get some example in a special color at some point. As I have said many times before these will be collector items someday. Now, that isn’t the reason I want it. It is such an amazing machine you really have to drive the pants off it to feel the sensation of speed. That’s a good thing. In the low rpm its gutless like a lot of aircooled 911’s which I am used to. I really felt that in this GT4, most modern 911’s have grunt down low. To each their own on this topic most non-enthusiast would probably hate it, I loved it. Like I said it felt like a throw back car with way more top end power. 

Final thoughts, I was totally intoxicated by this GT4. The 2016 GT4’s will forever be in the back of head of one the modern great ones. Now, I know they under powered the car a hair so it didn’t step on big bother 911’s shoes. I am ok with that. One thing I may due if I owned would be change the gearing up to the sharkwerks gearing fix. Currently the first three gears are to tall, they just need to be shorted a little bit and sharkwerks handled that a few years ago. You get that you are all set. Is it “da business” you bet it is!!!! “Utah get me two!” 

2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S

Written by:

Mike G

We get our hands on a 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S!!!! What a machine first and foremost I am going to squash everyone out their hating on one. Drive it, that’s all I have to say is drive it. It is incredible, I really have no idea how the people at Porsche continue to improve this beautiful piece of machinery.  People say it is too big, it isn’t. It looks larger in picture than in person. Now I will admit I drive an early 911 and this looks like a monster compared to it. However, it really isn’t that bad people. The car is little wider than the last generation but, it is still a 911 to the max. The cabin still feels like 911 even in this modern era which is difficult to imagine. Now, I first saw one in person back in February of this year in yellow and I didn’t care for it. I didn’t get to drive it, it was only on display. I stand by that to this I don’t like this generation in yellow, these don’t look right in my opinion in that color. Almost any other color looks good in this car but that one.

Now, this thing will do 0 to 60 in 3.0 seconds flat and quarter mile time in 11.3. That is bone stock without a tune. You put a tune on this that sub 3 seconds and in the 10’s in the quarter mile. That is blazing fast and it behaves in traffic and in a daily commute. This is a new breed faster, smarter, and more agile than the older brothers. Crazy to say this but other than a couple knit picky items to fault it for like the beetle butt spoiler and some plastics inside there isn’t a whole lot to complain about here. Oh yeah the price the spec we ran as test hit the bank account right around 150k! Yikes that is serious money however this is a serious car. Now, I will admit for 150k I wasn’t over fond of some of the plastic materials inside the cabin area. I feel at that price point I really shouldn’t feel any plastic. That’s me though. It could have been the spec we drove who knows. 

Final thoughts, this is highly capable Porsche 911 and it makes all the right noises. After about 4k rpm’s it makes the howl of a GT car induction noise. You know the howl if you been in one. If not check out our GT3’rs video there is plenty of it in there for you get the point. I love that about it I would say that’s one of my favorite parts of it. I also love in stop and go traffic it is so well behaved. I took it out of sport plus for that portion and it performed flawlessly. This an excellent all-rounder it can really do a lot. Track duty, daily duty, dinner duty, and road trip duty. There isn’t a whole lot it can’t handle. They even have a wet mode now. So it handles bad weather like a champ, its entry and exist points are not bad for a sports car either. Would I own one? That’s a tough one that’s a lot of doe just to have the new shinny thing. I know there are a lot of people that are like that and I was like that then yes. I am a get the most for your money kind of guy. Now this was a PDK car the manuals are coming later my opinion may change with that one. I do believe it is a special car. I just don’t have 150k to spend on a car and if I did have a 150k I maybe buying something with a manual gear box. Granted that is on the way but 150k is a lot of money. I want to drive a base one that is coming later also in manual, I have a feeling that’s going to be the sweet spot with these new ones. More to follow!

2015 Porsche 911 Turbo S

Written by:

Mike G

So the 2015 Porsche 911 Turbo S, where do I even start with this monster? Ok, let’s start with the paper stats. Car weighs 3,693 lbs, has 560hp, 516lb-ft it is a 3.8 Liter all-wheel drive bully. Granted that weight number sounds heavy for a Porsche but, I will tell you what it is doesn’t feel heavy or slow. This one we drove was bone stock and was still a rocket. Now price back in 2015 was 194k that’s right that much! However the one we test I want to say was like 130ish or little more. Now that is very expensive still don’t get me wrong. 0 to 60 time in this is a neck snapping 2.4 seconds! 2.4 seconds! To put that into perspective for you people since that are just numbers on paper a Bugatti Veyron does 0 to 60 in 2.7 seconds and that is a seven figure car. Now I am not saying this Turbo S is in that class any means, all I am trying to do is give you something to compare it with. Unreal if you ask me, now the price isn’t that bad if you are a performance type person. 

One of the more interesting things I think about the Turbo S is that can behave in everyday life. Stop and go traffic doesn’t upset it, it isn’t too loud in appearance or exhaust note from the factory. It blends in, only car people know what it really is. Most people think it’s just another 911. For some people that is a great feature. If you are a look at me person not so much however, if you are one of those people you could always put a crazy wrap on the car and run straight pipes on it. I promise you will be noticed then. From the factory this thing crackles and pops on down shift and it’s amazing. I can’t imagine what a after system would be like to hear. Steering feel is amazing, nice and tight like it should be. Suspension was perfect, performance was perfect, interior was perfect, I couldn’t find a fault with this car. I guess being the halo of the Porsche lineup with it being a Turbo S nothing was left to be desired which I can definitely appreciate. 

Final thoughts on this Halo Porsche 911. Outstanding bit of kit. It really is, it blows me away of how many things this Turbo S does well. It was very sexy also, with its Polar Silver paint. I don’t if you are familiar with the color in person but it is silver with a hint of blue hue to it. In my opinion one of the best Porsche colors of all time. It’s subtle but elegant and sexy all at the same time. This one was a truly special experience. I have never been in a Turbo S before let alone driven one. This is the gentlemen’s race car for the street. It comes with air conditioned seats and can run a sub 11 second quarter mile. Unreal!!! You can daily drive this; you can go to fancy places with it if that’s your thing. You can road trip this thing, also no ever really mentions this but they are rather rare. I see far less of these than I do GT cars in our travels but, it is never discussed. Maybe because it doesn’t have a race background? Not sure why but, this thing is 110% the business and I would love to one someday if I ever had the means to do so. 

2019 Panamera GTS

Written By:

Mike G

The 2019 Porsche Panamera GTS rolls off the tongue without much complication. I bring this up because we have reviewed some vehicles within the Porsche lineup that can be rather long-winded. With the lack of complex name this vehicle overall is not complex in a modern world where things are changing so rapidly. This vehicle is an old school brute with modern-day refinement and I mean that in the most positive way possible. Trust it is a very good thing! Let me explain, 4.0 liter V8 with twin turbos. Simple, powerful, and elegant. Done, review over. No, in all seriousness this vehicle is unique in the fact that it isn’t trying to be something it isn’t. I can appreciate that in a world where every vehicle made has to have some hybrid technology or empty space in the car where you can adapt an EV motor someday or whatever. This Panamera GTS doesn’t have any of that and I love it for that. 

By the numbers, this a 4 Liter V8 with twin turbos that makes 453 hp and 457 lb-ft. Stout numbers for a sedan with no extra EV motor help. That propels this beast to 0 to 60 in 3.9 seconds which is total witchcraft if you ask me. I say that because she weighs in at 4,500 lbs, she has not been drinking skinny martini’s if you catch my drift. However, there are benefits to being thick. Road presence is great; the car feels very planted in every driving condition. It doesn’t feel sluggish or unbalanced. If any of you watch American football this reminds me of a hall of fame lineman. What I mean by that is a hall of fame lineman is usually fast and very powerful for a big fella, nimble despite their appearance, and very intelligent. The GTS is all that, I love the sounds it makes in sport plus with the factory exhaust on upshift and downshift. Pops and bangs, and the roar of the V8 what an amazing machine. Just like things used to be back in the day. 8 cylinders of glory with some go-fast snails, let it rip tater chip! Wait, sorry wrong show and wrong guy. You get the point that was trying to be made. 

The wrap-up, this vehicle can do some many things. At Pcar Talk I am going to start giving out awards for the cars that can do it all, it will be my Swiss army knife award. I know you have heard this before but this Porsche car can do it all. Fine dining, spirited canyon runs, taking the kids to school, picking up the groceries, embarrassing a lot of other fast cars from light to light and all doing in a well-refined cabin that was gorgeous to look at. This is a true definition of a 5 tool player. I feel this car doesn’t get enough attention in the Porsche lineup because Porsche makes so many great cars. They really do, I do feel other cars in Porsche lineup cast shadows on this one. I have been saying for many years I love the GTS trim cars. This one in particular with its chalk grey paint with black accents, I don’t think a Panamera can come in any other better spec than this. Super special car and it gets the Pcar Talk “Da Business” approval. It certainly is the business in every measurable category include the most important one the fun category. Till the next one! CheeRS!

2018 Panamera Sport Turismo Turbo S E-Hybrid

Written By:

Mike G

Ok you read the title I am not going to rewrite the name of the car again this article because it is an incredibly long name. Despite that could possibly be the only flaw with this particular vehicle. That and potential its very heavy duty price tag. The one we tested was $225k brand new with all the specs. However, long story someone traded in on another exact model and the trade in car had 500 miles on it. They didn’t like the color so they wanted to get a different one. So at the time this was in the used inventory with only 500 miles on it was for sale for $165k. I know this is going to sound pretentious but compared to brand new this was a steal of a life time. This car was still new and you are getting a 60k discount on it. Strange story like I said, the dealerships grandson who we work with was able to tell it very well. I don’t do the story any justice. Apparently the car was ordered at a California dealership from the buyer who took delivery of it at the dealership we have a partnership. The person took the car for two weeks and brought it back and said the “color is too flashy for me”. He was the one who spec’d the car to begin with, really? Well the dealership here in Tampa accommodated him and took the trade on the car and gave him the exact same car in chalk, the car he traded in was sapphire blue metallic. I don’t think that is to flashy but, what do I know I just a podcaster/youtuber/writer. Just kidding, I am not the know all but in all seriousness that is not a flashy color. 

The good stuff, this car is a rocket ship! A monster and force to be reckoned with all the cliché terms I can think of.  It is all of those and then some. See what I did there? Anyways, by the numbers this beast weighs in over 5,000 lbs this then is not on the whole food plant based diet trust me. However, despite it being beefy it packs a humongous punch to go with it to the tune of 680hp and 626 lb-ft. Zero to 60 times at 3.2 and the quarter mile at 11.6, did you hear what I said a 5,000 pound car runs the quarter in 11.6 and 0 to 60 in 3.2 with a factory tune!!!! Can imagine if you put an aftermarket exhaust a very safe tune on this? You would be sub 3 seconds to 60 and running in the 10’s in the quarter mile, this is total legend stuff. We are very fortunate to have been able to spend a day with this vehicle, it really is amazing how they were able to combine such a luxury feel and blend it with motorsport and put five seats and a ton of cargo room in it.  This is totally, the Swiss army knife of vehicles at the moment. It can get 48mpg, it can be faster than most of the 911’s, and it can carry a ton of people and cargo. I mean this is the unicorn and Porsche let it out into the wild for us to enjoy.

The driving was intense and so unreal. I have never felt so many different emotions in one vehicle. We started in EV mode, totally silent creeping through the day like a stealth fighter.  Then cracked on the sport plus and woke up the monster V8 twin turbo and it makes a dragon snarl when it comes to life. What a machine this is, steering is heavy like a sports car which I love. Suspension has many different personalities depending on what mode you drive in but, even in the harshest modes it wasn’t harsh at all.  When they say a picture is worth a thousand words you need to go to youtube and watch Aaron and I’s reaction to the launch of this thing. We couldn’t be any more different in our reactions. Would I own one? Heck yes! I would more than one if I could afford it. I can’t even afford one but, if I could there would be one at my house for sure. This is a special machine; we don’t see these very often in a lifetime. With the sleek shooting brake appearance to the monster power numbers, and the beautiful interior and space to go with it. Guess what son? She is the total package you should marry her before someone else does!

2003 Porsche 911 Turbo/996 TT

Written By:

Mike G

Let’s address the elephant in the room. Headlights, so many people get hung up on these items. You don’t see them when you are driving the car, I don’t get it. I understand it’s not like the rest of the 911’s ever made with traditional round head lights. I think we have enough negativity out there in the world now days, let’s all get over this “issue” with the headlights. Honestly there are two ways to really thing of this, some are in the camp that the Boxster and the 911 have the same headlights and the others say the headlights were good enough for the unicorn car GT1. I would like to go on record and say I stake my claim with the ones that say use the GT1 reference. Additionally, this car is unique enough and different with the headlights to be special. When all the people die off that started this bogyman rumor this will be wanted by all. Take a page out of the “step child” treatment 911’s of the past. Mid-year 911’s for those that don’t know what I am reference I am taking mid 70’s 911’s no one wanted those cars. The “purist” hated them. Now they are sought after. The 964, “terrible” cars at the time of its release according to the “purist”. Now the 964 has rose from the ashes to surpass the 993 in pricing. The ”purists” seem to think the 996 was awful 911. Well guess what MOMMA’S WRONG AGAIN! These 996’s will be sought after in due time and people are already hunting for special ones. 

Now that’s all out of the way. This particular 996 is the turbo variant and came with a factory 415hp and 415lb-ft. This car in 2003 was a rocket ship and is a rocket ship still to this date. Now this one we drove was modified, it had straight pipe exhaust, a tune, short shifter, upgraded clutch, and some other little things to make it look nicer. The steering feel was incredibly tight and responsive. The noises the exhaust and the engine made were out of this world. After driving this car I was buzzing for an hour after we were done because of the feeling it gave me. So fast, so capable and looks amazing. I would like to point out a thing that a lot of other people have complained about is the interior. Many in the past have said it feels cheap and plastic like. Now, I did not feel that way. I thought the interior was appropriate for 2003.  Was there plastic inside? Yes but, so did other high cars of that time period. The suspension feel great, wasn’t rough at all. I really really enjoyed driving this car. Now remember this is a modified one but isn’t to terribly expensive to replicate what he has done. Going back to steering feel, this car has the GT2 conversion done to it where the front wheel drive has been removed. So maybe that helped the feel a little more. Either way, I liked it and I know many of you would also. 

In conclusion, this is going to be a long term keeper if you get one. Not just because it may be sought after someday and be very expensive but, because it is a great driving car. You do minor mods to this car and it adds another 100hp very easy. Not many 911’s you can do that with. When I was doing some of the pulls on this car it felt like I was shot out of cannon the car pulls so hard. Not that I know what being shot out of cannon feels like but I could imagine it would have felt like that. I hope people continue to dog on this car and it keeps the pricing down so I can buy one for myself one of these days. I really hope I can my hands on one before they shoot up someday. If you are one of these ones out there that unsure about this car I hope I just put all that to bed. Either way don’t buy one they are terrible wink wink, that way there will be more for me! 

2019 Macan

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Mike G

We have spoken about the Macan a few times on our podcast and talked about how we understand why this vehicle exists. It has the same wheelbase as the Porsche 911 so that is a plus right?? In all seriousness, even though this was the base model it still was fun and functional in everyday use, see what I did there? In a lot of cases space is a problem; with maybe people in living situations have maybe room for one covered parking space. Clearly the 911 goes in there but you still something for everyday use that isn’t crazy expensive and still is fun. Insert Porsche Macan, now we tested the Base model which was adequate and can get out of its own way. The interior was nice and tidy. Even though we have not driven the S model I would imagine if I was a buyer I would opt for that model. So then you have your everyday blend in with the masses SUV that is nimble and quick that can haul goods and people all around town. 

By the numbers, this 2.0 liter turbo four making 248hp and 273 lb-ft. Now again, that isn’t slow but it certainly isn’t quick. It gets the job done. Now if you didn’t have the funds to spring for the S you could live with this and be totally fine. Now at some point we will drive the S model. Then we will be able to cross compare. This particular model was eye catching in sapphire blue which was only a 700 dollar up charge. We didn’t think that was bad at all compared most Porsche up charges. I would definitely opt to pay a little more to get an eye pleasing color in the Macan. Steering was tight, it did come with an off road mode even in this base model, and suspension worked well on and off road. We tested both just to be on the safe side. 

In closing, we think this vehicle is well suited for daily commuting, family vacations, all around family needs, and it is exciting enough to justify its existence. So if you are in a position where your family is growing, or your significant other doesn’t want only a sports car around this could be your car. I would imagine if this could be your only vehicle you would have to get the S or the Turbo model so you can feel like you are driving a lifted Porsche 911. In this base model Macan the only thing that this particular model shared with the 911 is the wheelbase. We didn’t hate it and it was well priced we thought at 61k. At that price point you are still getting all the Porsche build quality, and you are still driving the crest at the end of the day. Until the next one, CheeRS!

2019 Panamera 4 E-hybrid

Written By:

Mike G

Yes it is true we reviewed a Hybrid, that’s right a bunch of guys that have motorsport running through out veins. It is a sign of the times where Hybrid technology is all around us and EV technology is right around the corner whether we like it or not. I do have some bright news for you though. Remember the Porsche 919 Hybrid race car that won Le Mans? Well, that technology that is in that beast has trickled its way down into this Panamera Hybrid. I wanted to remind everyone of that before you turn your nose up at this vehicle. Remember everything Porsche does at the street level has ties to the race track and things they learned in that arena. That is a really good thing for all of us street dwellers. Don’t beat yourself up to badly; we need to remind ourselves of this prior to our review of this vehicle as well.

By, the numbers. SO for all the stat junkies it sounds like this, 2.9 liter,  Twin-turbocharged V6 making 330hp and 331 lb-ft. Now that’s all on the petrol motor.  Add the hybrid motor; it bumps this beast up to 457hp and 516 lb-ft. That’s the business! Tons of torque gives you the sensation of speed.  With sports Chrono this pig will do 0-60 mph in 4.4 sec. That is incredible for a vehicle of this size. Remember, Porsche means performance this is not your Prius type of hybrid, the electric motor in this Porsche works with the gas motor to make it fast and efficient much like the Le Mans winning car I talked about. This vehicle has all the recharging battery systems that work with braking. So on a long trim you battery will continue to charge. The vehicle can be driven in all electric mode that will get you right around 31 miles before the battery is out. So, you could drive this to work plug in and drive home if you lived in that range without ever running the engine if you so inclined. That is a very nice feature if you want to take it easy. I don’t know how you could resist all that power mention though. 

The drive was surprising outstanding. It was fast as any sports car out there but it had back seats and a huge trunk. I was rather baffled to be quite honest. I never expected such power from this vehicle. The fit and finish was classic Porsche, great and well placed. Everything made sense as far as where the instruments were laid out. Even someone like me that drives mainly analog cars get figure things out. This car pulled and pulled like it was a rocket ship. The steering was actually quite sharp, for the size of the vehicle I would say turn in was very good. Let’s be real we can’t compare it to a sports car because it is not a sports car. So for what is I would say it moves incredibly well.  Would I own one? Heck yes, this thing is a Swiss army knife. It can be a daily driver, it can go on road trips, it can bring the family around to all the necessary places, and it can do it very very quickly! What’s not to like? Oh did I mention it can get roughly 53 mpg when driven sensibly. Where is the fun in that thought, I think you would agree with us and drive everything at all times in Sport Plus! Cheers!

Suncoast Porsche Parts 718 Cayman S

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Mike G

Let me start off by saying that the new 718 Cayman S has some serious performance potential. As you may or may not know that the 718 Cayman S comes with 2.5 Liter Flat four that is turbo charged pumping out 350hp and weighing in just under 3,000lbs. Now close your eyes for a minute and take away the fact that this is a flat four. I want you to focus on the power to weight ratio, and the smaller wheel base of this vehicle. Does it remind you of someone? Let me help you out, you need to be thinking late 90’s 911. Granted there are a lot of differences however, power to weight? Actually the Cayman has it beat in the 993 flat six Carrera S only packing 282hp weighing in at 3064 lbs. SO the Cayman is lighter and more powerful. Ok, not a fair comparison you say? Cayman will never be a 911? I agree. Let’s compare it to a car a lot of the population likes to hate the 996 911. Even in its most powerful flat six form came with 320hp and weighed 3240lbs. So the Cayman wins again. You have to get into the 997 Carrera S to match horsepower numbers with this 718. Now, I know many of you are saying right now, not a fair comparison on any of those fronts I mention due to the Cayman being forced induction. Let me defend myself, I picked on the flat sixes because they have two more cylinders than the little brother the Cayman. It wouldn’t be fair to the 718 to a boosted 911, way to different. SO I went with the closest I could get with both cars kind of giving a little in the engine department.

Many people in the car world know that factory turbo charged car means easy horsepower numbers in the aftermarket world. Remember the 718 we were discuss just seconds ago. I will remind you factory 350hp flat four turbo charged. Enter Suncoast Porsche Parts, they wanted to have an exercise in if a customer were to by said “stock 718 Cayman S” and show the potential of the cars platform. So, they went to work unlocking power by teaming up with Cobb tuning to open up the power and turning up the boost. Then Suncoast put a Soul performance exhaust on the car, race seats, race harnesses, GT4 style wing, suspension, OZ light weight wheels and a custom wrap livery with their branding on it and went racing. This little thing hurts a lot of feelings at the track. In fact it hurts feelings so often many of the people that it passes come and speak to Suncoast after they come off track to find out what exactly this creation is. What a wonderful problem to have right?

Suncoast Parts allowed us to drive the car for a day and let me tell you it is THE BUSINESS!! It makes all the correct sounds from turbo whistle to crackles and pops in the exhaust. What a rocket this thing is. Now, they are telling me the car now is right around 450hp on a safe tune. So it can be dialed up even more. I will tell you what it was violent in the most positive way I can describe it. If you are a person that cares little about stereo types this is your car. The 718 Cayman S with this setup will have you fighting way way above your weight class for a ton less money. With all this race car talk was it compliant at all on the street? Heck yes it was, if you don’t mind a little rawness and aggressiveness I would go as far as saying you could daily drive this setup. Full disclaimer I am bit of a knuckle head and my definition of rough ride and most are way off. So I will say if you have motorsport in your veins you wouldn’t mind the daily grind in this. I will add it had PDK so even more reason you could daily it. I would say successful exercise to Suncoast Parts on what you can do if you think outside of the box. Thank you so much to Suncoast Parts, go to them to get hooked up on all the goodies for your Porsche needs! They can even help you build a sneaky go fast 718 Cayman if you want also!! Cheers!