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2017-2023 Porsche 718 Cayman (Base or S)
Porsche 718 Cayman
2017-2023 (Type 982 generation) · Sports Car / Coupe
Rarity Score
4/10 - Common Enthusiast Car. While high-end, the 718 is a successful production model often seen in metropolitan areas and near winding roads.
Spot Difficulty
3/10. Easily spotted on weekend drives, near scenic routes, or in professional business districts. Best found at 'Cars and Coffee' events or technical European B-roads.
Engine & Performance
Engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged boxer engine; 300 hp / 280 lb-ft (Base) or 2.5L 4-cylinder; 350 hp (S model)
Transmission & Drivetrain: 6-speed manual or 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) automatic; RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
Performance: 0-60 mph in 4.5 - 4.9 seconds; Top speed 170+ mph; Curb weight approx. 3,000 lbs; Known for world-class handling and weight balance.
Exterior
Guards Red paint (most likely), 2-door hardtop coupe, mid-engine layout with prominent side air intakes, black multi-spoke alloy wheels, and signature LED headlights with four-point DRLs.
Interior Features
Premium Alcantara or leather surfaces, Porsche Communication Management (PCM) infotainment, two-seater configuration, sport steering wheel, and front ('frunk') and rear luggage compartments.
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good. The paint finish appears vibrant and the body panels look straight, though it is partially obscured by roadside grass.
Condition Issues: None immediately visible other than potential minor road debris/dust from proximity to the roadside vegetation; European front plate (German) slightly bent on the end.
Estimated Mileage: 15,000 - 45,000 miles
Historical Significance
Represents the shift of the Cayman line to the '718' nomenclature, paying homage to the 1950s 718 race cars by switching from naturally aspirated flat-sixes to turbocharged flat-fours.
Notable Features
Mid-engine balance, '718' branding, turbocharged downsized engine for better efficiency/torque, and the German license plate starting with 'HOM' (Homburg/Saarpfalz-Kreis).
Production Numbers
Tens of thousands produced globally across the 982 generation timeframe; it is a mainstay of Porsche’s lineup.
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: €45,000 - €65,000
Auction Estimate: €40,000 - €55,000
Maintenance Recommendations
Regular oil changes every 10k miles, brake fluid flush every 2 years, monitoring of the water pump (a known 982 weak point), and checking turbo plumbing for boost leaks.
Fun Facts
1. The '718' name comes from the mid-engined Porsche 718 that won the Targa Florio in 1959 and 1960. 2. This generation was controversial among purists for the move from 6-cylinder to 4-cylinder engines. 3. Despite having fewer cylinders, the 718 is significantly faster than the 981 generation it replaced. 4. It features two trunks (front and rear) because of its compact mid-engine placement.
Identified on: 4/25/2026
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