2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition joins the dark side
05-06-11, 05:44 PM
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2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition joins the dark side
2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition joins the dark side
Porsche has just unveiled the newest addition to its stable: the 2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition. Along with that sinister paint scheme, the vehicle packs an extra 10 horsepower over the standard Cayman S and rolls on unique 19-inch Boxster Spyder wheels. That bumps the final pony figure up to 330 hp, which helps the vehicle scoot to 60 miles per hour in a scan 4.6 seconds.
Outside, all of the vehicle's chrome accents have been painted black for the ultimate stealth look, and that theme carries on indoors. Black is the only available interior color, though brushed stainless steel and aluminum accents are littered throughout the cabin for a little flair. Even the gauges have been doused dark, and a Sport Design steering wheel is part of the package, too.
The Cayman S Black Edition toes the same line as the Boxster S and 911 Black Editions by offering the Porsche Convenience package as standard equipment. The 500 buyers lucky enough to sink their teeth into this model will be treated to adaptive bi-xenon headlights and rain-sensing wipers, among other kit, and navigation is standard, as well.
If you like what you see, Porsche will kindly ask for $67,500 for the pleasure of ownership.
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition adds Horsepower, Features and Value
The 330-horsepower Cayman S Black Edition limited to 500 units worldwide
ATLANTA – May 6, 2011 – Following on the heels of the recently announced 911 and Boxster S Black Editions, Porsche introduces a new, sporty and limited edition Cayman S arriving late this summer. The 2012 Cayman S Black Edition features a 10-horsepower boost and a long list of standard equipment at an attractive price.
This new mid-engine sports car is only available in solid black and features a monochrome treatment with a black body and black-painted 19-inch Boxster Spyder design wheels. Normally contrasting trim pieces from the Cayman S are also painted for a uniform look: the side air intake grilles are painted black, as are the twin exhaust tailpipes and the model designation on the rear deck lid.
The monochromatic theme continues to the interior where black is the only available color, with aluminum and stainless steel used as accents. The brushed stainless steel door-entry guards feature Black Edition lettering, and the standard SportDesign steering wheel features twin aluminum-look spokes with a rim of smooth-finish black leather. Also painted black are the trim strips on the dashboard and around the six-speed manual shift lever or the gear selector for the optional Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) seven-speed double clutch transmission, while the instrument dials are black instead of the usual white. Two final touches are the Porsche crest embossed on the headrests and a limited-edition badge on the glove compartment.
Like the other Black Editions, the Cayman S Black Edition combines Porsche's popular option packages to deliver additional value to customers. The black-painted exterior and interior touches are part of the Design package available on other Cayman models. The Convenience package, also standard, includes Bi-Xenon™ headlights with dynamic cornering function, auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors, rain sensor and automatic climate control.
The Infotainment package adds a touch-screen Porsche Communication Management system with navigation, BOSE® surround-sound system and XM® Satellite Radio with XM NavTraffic®.
The Black Edition's chassis builds on the foundation of the Cayman S, which already features exceptional balance and handling. The lightest 19-inch wheels in the Porsche lineup are fitted 235/35 ZR 19 tires up front and 265/35 ZR 19 in the rear, providing a visually dynamic upgrade from the standard 18-inch wheels on the regular Cayman S.
A 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, mounted in front of the rear axle, produces 330 horsepower – 10 more than in the Cayman S – while also delivering excellent fuel economy, particularly when coupled with the optional PDK transmission. With PDK, the Cayman S Black Edition will accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 4.6 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package and reaches a top track speed of 172 mph while achieving EPA estimated fuel economy of 20 city and 29 highway (19/26 when equipped with six-speed manual and top track speed of 173 mph), the same as the Cayman S. In addition to reducing the 0--60 acceleration times by two-tenths, the optional Sport Chrono Package with PDK provides a launch control function and more aggressive Sport and Sport Plus shift strategies.
The 2012 Cayman S Black Edition MSRP is $67,500 which gives buyers added value on several levels considering the extra functional and visual upgrades and the enhanced power output.
The 330-horsepower Cayman S Black Edition limited to 500 units worldwide
ATLANTA – May 6, 2011 – Following on the heels of the recently announced 911 and Boxster S Black Editions, Porsche introduces a new, sporty and limited edition Cayman S arriving late this summer. The 2012 Cayman S Black Edition features a 10-horsepower boost and a long list of standard equipment at an attractive price.
This new mid-engine sports car is only available in solid black and features a monochrome treatment with a black body and black-painted 19-inch Boxster Spyder design wheels. Normally contrasting trim pieces from the Cayman S are also painted for a uniform look: the side air intake grilles are painted black, as are the twin exhaust tailpipes and the model designation on the rear deck lid.
The monochromatic theme continues to the interior where black is the only available color, with aluminum and stainless steel used as accents. The brushed stainless steel door-entry guards feature Black Edition lettering, and the standard SportDesign steering wheel features twin aluminum-look spokes with a rim of smooth-finish black leather. Also painted black are the trim strips on the dashboard and around the six-speed manual shift lever or the gear selector for the optional Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) seven-speed double clutch transmission, while the instrument dials are black instead of the usual white. Two final touches are the Porsche crest embossed on the headrests and a limited-edition badge on the glove compartment.
Like the other Black Editions, the Cayman S Black Edition combines Porsche's popular option packages to deliver additional value to customers. The black-painted exterior and interior touches are part of the Design package available on other Cayman models. The Convenience package, also standard, includes Bi-Xenon™ headlights with dynamic cornering function, auto-dimming interior and exterior mirrors, rain sensor and automatic climate control.
The Infotainment package adds a touch-screen Porsche Communication Management system with navigation, BOSE® surround-sound system and XM® Satellite Radio with XM NavTraffic®.
The Black Edition's chassis builds on the foundation of the Cayman S, which already features exceptional balance and handling. The lightest 19-inch wheels in the Porsche lineup are fitted 235/35 ZR 19 tires up front and 265/35 ZR 19 in the rear, providing a visually dynamic upgrade from the standard 18-inch wheels on the regular Cayman S.
A 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, mounted in front of the rear axle, produces 330 horsepower – 10 more than in the Cayman S – while also delivering excellent fuel economy, particularly when coupled with the optional PDK transmission. With PDK, the Cayman S Black Edition will accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 4.6 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package and reaches a top track speed of 172 mph while achieving EPA estimated fuel economy of 20 city and 29 highway (19/26 when equipped with six-speed manual and top track speed of 173 mph), the same as the Cayman S. In addition to reducing the 0--60 acceleration times by two-tenths, the optional Sport Chrono Package with PDK provides a launch control function and more aggressive Sport and Sport Plus shift strategies.
The 2012 Cayman S Black Edition MSRP is $67,500 which gives buyers added value on several levels considering the extra functional and visual upgrades and the enhanced power output.
Nice evolution of the line in the form of a limited edition car.
05-07-11, 05:31 AM
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This is a big 
I priced out the R at $77K... this with my personal options is $73K... tough choices.... it's basically the R version for $4K less... if you can get it...
I priced out the R at $77K... this with my personal options is $73K... tough choices.... it's basically the R version for $4K less... if you can get it...
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05-07-11, 06:31 AM
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As with many special edition models, these cars are meant for enthusiasts. These people don't think in terms of "Oh man, I can buy a regular Cayman for less money and tune the hell out of it for only 50 bucks!"
These are generally people who appreciate the Cayman and its capabilities and would gladly pay the exorbitant price for one sine it is even more capable and perhaps visually aggressive than the standard Cayman S or Cayman R. "Every little helps" - might be their philosophy.
Besides, this is a factory-tuned and prepared model. Porsche engineers worked their magic on it, not backroad Bill.
These are generally people who appreciate the Cayman and its capabilities and would gladly pay the exorbitant price for one sine it is even more capable and perhaps visually aggressive than the standard Cayman S or Cayman R. "Every little helps" - might be their philosophy.
Besides, this is a factory-tuned and prepared model. Porsche engineers worked their magic on it, not backroad Bill.
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05-07-11, 06:35 PM
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As with many special edition models, these cars are meant for enthusiasts. These people don't think in terms of "Oh man, I can buy a regular Cayman for less money and tune the hell out of it for only 50 bucks!"
These are generally people who appreciate the Cayman and its capabilities and would gladly pay the exorbitant price for one sine it is even more capable and perhaps visually aggressive than the standard Cayman S or Cayman R. "Every little helps" - might be their philosophy.
Besides, this is a factory-tuned and prepared model. Porsche engineers worked their magic on it, not backroad Bill.
These are generally people who appreciate the Cayman and its capabilities and would gladly pay the exorbitant price for one sine it is even more capable and perhaps visually aggressive than the standard Cayman S or Cayman R. "Every little helps" - might be their philosophy.
Besides, this is a factory-tuned and prepared model. Porsche engineers worked their magic on it, not backroad Bill.
No, no, the beige edition is where its at
On a side note it gets 20 MPG city and 29 HWY. Porsche just is incredible
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05-08-11, 09:36 AM
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This is not as hardcore as the Cayman R, but will satisfy buyers who want to load up on options without having to deal with canvas-strap door handles, fixed wings and "un-deleting" cupholders and A/C.
BTW, a typical owner will never really get 29 mpg. I can do that on the highway even with my mpg-sapping Tiptronic, but 65 mph on cruise control is torture by boredom. I average about 19
BTW, a typical owner will never really get 29 mpg. I can do that on the highway even with my mpg-sapping Tiptronic, but 65 mph on cruise control is torture by boredom. I average about 19
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