Hard-top Boxster Gets Added Bite

02nd March 2005

A spokesman for the firm explained: "This reptile is a relatively small but very nimble athlete. Also, it's a specialised hunter with strength and agility, quick reflexes and clear target orientation - a concept that not only acknowledges this new Porsche, but also the brand as a whole." But after giving us this PR blurb, he added: "Anyway, we couldn't call it the Boxster Coup΃©. The Boxster name is an amalgamation of boxer, relating to the flat-six engine, and roadster - referring to the folding roof which this car clearly doesn't have."

The Cayman promises to be even better to drive than its drop-top brother. That's because the addition of a proper roof will stiffen the already agile chassis. It will be faster than the Boxster, too. Although they share the same engine, the Cayman's motor will be bored out to 3.4 litres. With 295bhp on tap, it should be able to sprint from 0-60mph in around five seconds - the same as the 911 Carrera.

Dealers are already taking orders for the Cayman ahead of its arrival this autumn. Prices are expected to start from around ΂£45,000. Initially, only one model will be available, the Cayman S. However, an entry-level version hasn't been ruled out.