Did the Porsche Cayman S hurt sales of the 997 Carrera?
I was looking for sales data for the Cayman S versus the Carrera. I remember there being a lot of controversy when the Cayman S came out a few years ago that suggested it would kill sales of the Carrera. I can’t find any info on whether or not sales were affected. Any thoughts?
I don’t think it hurt the sales, or pull 911 customers away from their beloved rear engine classics. The 911’s have followers that would not give up their rear engine cars for anything including a scrappy mid engine joyride.
Personally, I would go for a Cayman S. Less money, better balance, lighter weight, and looks good.
I would say no. Inclusive, the Cayman is considered a kind of cheap failure by its own company.
It’s sales has been nothing spectacular from the beginning.
It simply failed to be more powerful, faster and secure than the Audi TT and/or the BMW Z4 Coupe.
Not to mention that the Cayman is way more expensive.
An 2009 Audi TT 2.0T with S tronic can cost you $33,700 compared to the $49,400 – $59,100 of the Cayman.
On the other hand, the 997 Series has also been hurt by other companies like the same Audi, Nissan or Honda.
In other words, Porsche indirectly hurt its own sales being not competitive.