Thank You Porsche Gods!

Porsche dealer leaks 4.0-liter powered Cayman GT4 RS 

Look for more power and less weight.

Although Porsche has been mum on the idea of a GT4 RS, a dealer in Australia may have tipped the automaker's hand.

Car Advice reports that a now-removed Instagram post from Porsche Centre Brisbane gave details on the yet-to-be confirmed Cayman GT4 RS. Most notably, the post mentioned the car will have a 4.0-liter naturally-aspirated flat-six, up from the 3.8-liter engine in the standard GT4. At a time where Porsche is transitioning to an all-turbocharged lineup, sticking a big, unfettered flat-six under the hood would be a wonderful swan song for natural aspiration. If this is indeed true, look for a detuned version of the 500-horsepower engine in the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

If the Cayman GT4 gets the full RS treatment, expect more aggressive aero, sticker tires, stiffer suspension, and an even bigger diet relative to the standard Cayman. Of course, you should also expect limited production and a hefty waiting list. While Porsche hasn't confirmed anything, if this is indeed true, we'd count on an announcement in the next few months, possibly as soon as March at the Geneva Motor Show.

(AutoBlog.com)

Because It's Just Fun To Drive

Porsche Cayman GT4: Why I’ll Do Whatever It Takes To Own One 

The Cayman GTS is already one of the best sports cars made right now, so how much does the GT4 move the game on? 

[T]hat’s the thing with the GT4: it’s not about the headline stats. It’s not the quickest accelerating, the fastest or the prettiest; it’s more about how it makes you feel when you’re driving quickly. And how it makes you feel is bloody marvellous. If you’re at all interested in driving, you simply must do whatever it takes to get behind the wheel of one. Believe the hype.

(CarThrottle.com)

There's Some Interesting Alternatives Suggested

Want a Porsche Cayman? Get a Subaru BRZ

The Porsche Cayman is one of the most rewarding cars to drive that’s on sale today. With fantastic chassis balance, immediate steering response and a sweetheart of an engine, the Cayman has a fun-to-drive factor that’s off the charts. But, it also costs more than $50,000 for the cheapest model.

For half the price, there is the rear-wheel-drive Subaru BRZ. Sure, it gives up 65 hp to the Cayman, but it still offers a great chassis, fantastic steering and that all-important rewarding driving experience. And hey, it even has a horizontally opposed engine like the Cayman.

Want a BMW M4? Get a Ford Mustang GT

The BMW M4 Coupe is a fast four-passenger coupe with great handling. Powered by a 425-hp turbocharged six-cylinder engine, the M4 blends high-speed with sophistication. But this all comes at a price, specifically $65,700.

Those interested in the performance of an M4 but in a more affordable package might want to check out the Ford Mustang GT. With a 435-hp V8 engine, the Mustang is also rear-wheel drive, can be had with a manual or an automatic transmission and is capable of carrying four people. It may lack some of the sophistication of the M4, but the new Mustang is a far cry from the crude solid-axle Mustangs of old. Best of all, the Mustang GT starts at a price of just $32,395, about half the price of an M4!

Want a Mercedes-Benz G-Class? Get a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a highly capable off-road monster that can go places most other vehicles wouldn’t dream of. Locking differentials, a proper two-speed transfer case and high ground clearance, the G-Class is ready to climb a mountain. But being a Mercedes-Benz, it’s also luxuriously appointed and the cheapest G-Class starts at an eye-watering price of $119,900.

If off-roading is all you’re really interested in and you can forgo the G-Class’ luxurious interior and fire-breathing V8 engine, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is for you. Starting at a price of just $27,695, the Wrangler has a deep military history and a retro boxy look like the G-Wagon and will easily keep up with the Mercedes-Benz SUV on the road path less taken.

Complete list (AutoGuide.com)

This Looks Like A Fun Track Toy

Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport delivers track-only thrills for $165K

(AutoBlog.com)

I Liked It Until I Read PDK

Would You Pay $165,000 For A Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport?

Citing insider info, Automobile Magazine reports the upcoming track-only Cayman GT4—which packs a 3.8-liter flat-six engine, a PDK gearbox, suspension bits from the 911 GT3 Cup, racing brakes, a safety cage and a six-point harness all from the factory—will start in the mid-$160,000 range.

Other factory options are reportedly limited to air jacks ($4,200), Recaro bucket seats ($3,900), and a package of spare parts that will cost between $9,000 and $10,000. The spares kit includes a replacement front and rear bumper, as well as new brakes and wheels. That could put the car’s true sticker price at $182,100-$183,100.

Then again, this isn’t a street legal supercar—it’s a track-only variant. It’s a race car. It’s designed to do battle in the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge, the Pirelli GT3 Cup Trophy, the Pirelli World Challenge and more.

(Jalopnik.com)