Porsche is well-known for its high-quality sports- and supercars globally. However, should you be wary of purchasing a used Porsche 718 Cayman or is it a good car to consider?
The Porsche 718 range comes in two configurations; the 718 Boxter model and the 718 Cayman, which takes the shape of a coupe. While the 718 Boxter will certainly provide all the thrills of open-top driving, the Cayman with its solid roof provides the rigidity wanted by serious drivers, especially those that want to set a good lap time.
To find out just how good of a choice the Porsche Cayman is as a used car, we predominantly focus on the model’s reliability. To find this information we look at the J.D. Power customer survey completed by hundreds if not thousands of actual owners of the sporty German model. Find out what it says below.
Reliability
In a customer survey conducted for the 2019 model year, Porsche 718 Cayman, which we can assume is the GTS derivative, the model scored an impressive 88 points out of a potential 100 for reliability. The segment covered all aspects of the vehicle, from mechanical to electrical, where customers could provide feedback on any defects or malfunctions found.
Things to look out for before buying
As with purchasing any vehicle, be sure to check the maintenance history to be sure that the vehicle is up to date with its services and has had a recent oil change. Considering that the Porsche 718 Cayman is a sports car, it most likely has been used on a few spirited drives and even the odd track day.
Thus, keep an eye out for kerb-damaged wheels and any dents or scratches on the body of the vehicle. As best you can, also inspect the suspension in the wheel wells, brake hoses and the underbody for any leaks or obvious cracks or scratches. For certain markets, Porsche did execute a recall for Cayman models built between 2019 and 2020 for issues regarding the fuel lines. Thus, it is advised that you contact your closest Porsche dealer or service centre to find out if there are any outstanding recalls on that particular vehicle.
Verdict
The Porsche 718 Cayman is ultimately a sports car and will not suit the use cases of most vehicle buyers. However, the model is quite compliant and surprisingly frugal if driven correctly. Taking this into consideration as well as its respectable reliability score in the customer survey, it is safe to say that the Porsche 718 Cayman is a good used car.
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