63.498 kilometer long-term test for the TECHART Individualization Program. „OE quality in every detail“– the core of the TECHART principle was demonstrated in an impressive way. The first time in the German automotive history a Porsche refiner met the challenge of a long-term test – and the TECHART Individualization Program for the Porsche Cayman S completed the test successfully.

First test passed before kilometer one
In terms of design values, the TECHART Program convinced the test jury even before the start of the long distance test. The elegant Aerodynamic Kit I front spoiler is smoothly integrated into the shape of the bumper and embodies pure sportiness at the first glance. Flow-optimizing side skirts enhance the dynamic aspect profile. A roof spoiler and a rear bumper with integrated diffusor guarantee more driving stability at the upper limits of performance. TECHART 20-inch forged alloy wheels complete the first visual impact of the car.

In the interior of the car TECHART sets no limits in the realization of high class refinement. Selected materials, tastefully coordinated colors as well as sport pedals and the TECHART sport steering wheel let the driver feel comfortable – over thousands of kilometers.

63.498 kilometer of permanent observation
A car with the TECHART Individualization Program is not only an optic highlight – it is also a masterpiece in terms of quality and technique. The sport auto editors assured themselves from this fact in a record-breaking 502 days long distance test.

High performance from the starting to the finishing line
The test results of the sport auto editors are clear: the sports car with the TECHART performance kit has no lack of strength. A fantastic reliability, a low mileage and a service interval of 30.000 kilometers – the test result is confirming the TECHART principle: OE quality in every detail.

Technical Details

Performance: 320 hp / 234 kW
Torque: 360 Nm at 5700 rpm
0 -100 km/h: 5,2 sec
Top speed: 285 km/h

Aerodynamics

TECHART Front spoiler I
TECHART Side Skirts
TECHART Headlamp trims
TECHART Rear spoiler I

Engine and performance

TECHART Power Kit TA 087S / C1
Power increase approx. 18 kW / 25 hp 20 Nm
Based on 3.4l, approx. 216 kW / 295 hp 340 Nm MY 06-08
consisting of
- TECHART airbox “Sport”
- TECHART air intake system “Sport”
- TECHART oil hose kit
- TECHART pipe tail
- TECHART-ECU

Coil-over suspension Vario
Consisting of
- 4x Sport stabilizer FA
- 1x Sport stabilizer RA
- 2x Stabilizer bracket FA
- 3x Stabilizer bracket RA

TECHART Formula wheels in Shiny Silver
FA: 8,5 x 20 OT 52, 235/30ZR20 Conti Sport Contact 3
RA: 11 x 20 OT 55, 305/25ZR20 Conti Sport Contact 3

Interieur

TECHART 3-spoked sport steering wheel black
Additional leather in carboBlack with decorative stitching
Styling Package I, II + III in High-Gloss silver
Sport pedals
Floor mats

Contact
TECHART Automobildesign GmbH
Roentgenstraße 47
71229 Leonberg
Germany
Tel: +49 (0)7152 / 9339-0
www.techart.de

Porsche upgrader TECHART presents its new individualization options for the newest Boxster and Cayman models. Features include two Aerokits, daytime running lights, a set of sport springs, as well as carbon interior packages. “Our upgrade options enhance both the exterior and the interior, fulfilling our clients’ desire for more individual exclusivity,” explains Tobias Beyer, spokesperson for TECHART Automobil GmbH.

TÜV certified Aerokits

Both of the new Aerokits I+II from PU-RIM implement components that were tested in a wind tunnel to optimize their drag coefficients. In addition, the downforce on both axles is perceptibly higher. Essential Aerokit components are a front spoiler with a spoiler lip that match the body’s color, side sills, and a rear area that has been optimized in terms of both design and aerodynamics. The rigid rear spoiler and a rear apron with a diffuser look ensure greater stability at extreme speeds. Both models’ exhaust systems add a sporty touch to the striking rear design. Two round TECHART exhaust tailpipes in glossy or black chrome handle the rear exhaust flow. In comparison to series models, the engine sound is more sonorous and hollow, though it yields to a powerful crescendo at the highest RPMs.

New daytime running lights system in the Aerokit II

A multifunctional daytime running lights system was developed for both TECHART’s Boxster-based Roadster design and its Cayman-based TECHART GT design. The LED system units combine daytime, idle, and parking lighting in a single cohesive housing. The different modules are elegantly integrated into the upper part of the front spoiler. The light intensity automatically adjusts to the selected driving lights setting. Moreover, the daytime running lights dim automatically when either of the turning signals is active to improve their visibility.

Sporty chassis

The performance spectrum of the new individualization options is also evident in the chassis of the Boxster and Cayman. The 19- and 20-inch aluminum wheels expertly transmit the power of these 2.9 and 3.4 liter engines to the road. The TECHART Formula, Formula II, and Formula III forged wheels both ensure abundant ventilation for the wheel arches and allow the braking systems to be seen. The tight alignment of TECHART’s set of sport springs directly permit any steering angles. Thanks to TECHART’s Vario and VarioPlus threaded suspension chassis, the models can be lowered up to 30 mm during assembly and optimally adapted to suit the individual demands for each vehicle. To ensure sufficient traction for this high-performance system, TECHART recommends the Conti Pneu Sport Contact 3.

Exclusive interiors

Because TECHART runs its own saddlery, it can offer a nearly limitless variety of custom interior designs. For instance, the interior can be completely outfitted with the finest leather and decorative seams in contrasting colors. Moreover, carbon interior packages I+II further expand the options for high-quality stylizing of all ornamentation. Additional accessories like aluminum sport pedals, a 3-spoked sport steering wheel, or illuminated entry sills with individual logos round out the diverse options for the design of the interior.

TPC Racing has spent 21 months developing a kit with maximum horsepower and stock driveability. 420 wheel horsepower will put you through the 1/4 mile 11.7 @121mph. This is the ultimate way to take your Cayman to the next level.

Turbo kit includes everything needed for install and piggyback ECU computer. Fits 6-speed transmission only. Requires OEM center radiator and hardware (not included in kit). This kit fits all 987 Cayman and Boxster and all 2002 and up 986 (Boxster).

More information on : www.tpcracing.us

Inden Design, a German tuning firm you should already know, couldn’t wait for the official Cayman S Sport to be revealed and they released a tuned version. . The new exhaust system fitted in the car – it looks awsome by the way – helped it push 19 more bhp to 314 bhp.

Apparently the exhaust flaps work with the control unit which works in conjuction with a small microprocessor. This processor is embedded in the system and is freely programmable.

A sports kit which one needs not tell you about as you can already see it yourself, lists 19-inch alloy wheels running on 235/35 R19 tyres on the front side and 305/25 R19 for the rear. H&R height adjustable coil covers add to the performance package of this 3.4-litre Porsche.

Pictures were added to the Gallery also. Take a look here.

Gemballa has come out with a new car based on the Porsche 987-C Cayman S, and to compare them one needs to look no further than the movie Twins. The Cayman S is like Danny DeVito to Gemballa’s Arnold Schwarzenegger. Sure, DeVito’s character had redeemable attributes, but seriously, who would you pick in a race?

Or a fight to the death, for that matter…

The Gemballa GT 4.0L RS has a massive 4.0 liter engine, upped from the 3.4 liter capacity engine on the Cayman S. Silver-toned carbon fibre gives this tuner an exquisite look without making it look tacky, and new front and rear spoilers really do look nice. Appearance aside, these three elements likely combine to really make the GT 4.0L RS stand apart from its Stuttgart-bred relative. 20-inch black racing wheels surround a huge, perforated disc brake system. Although the yellow brake calipers appear a little over-the-top when viewed individually, the car does benefit from a little bit of color.

We said, “a little bit of color.” Not the blinding yellow and black Alcantara and carpet interior. If there was anything wrong with this racehorse, its that inside it looks like a yellow dye-pack exploded in a bank robber’s high end getaway car.

Nonetheless, we wish we could take a more critical look at the car, but Gemballa has provided no specs or pricing for the vehicle. Currently, the Gemballa GT 4.0L RS is not featured on the US, UK, and Aussie web sites of the company. But you can see a little more of the car at gemballa.com.

  Athletic beauty: The TechArt Widebody based on the Porsche Cayman S doesn’t only offer spectacular design but also extra driving fun and agility. After the huge success of the Widebody concept for the current Boxster generation, TechArt Automobildesign has now developed a wide body version for the mid-engine coupe. With the add-on fender flarings on front and rear axle the TechArt Widebody is eight centimeters wider than the standard car.  The front extensions don’t only provide extra room inside the wheel houses but also improve the deventilation of the heated up air with their integrated wheel-house ventilation. The rear flarings are equipped with largely dimensioned air ducts to bring fresh air to the centrally placed engine.

Apart from spectacular, sporty design the TechArt designers of course paid attention to optimal aerodynamic efficiency. The TechArt front spoiler bumper reduces the lift at the front axle and improves the cooling of the front brakes with large air ducts. The TechArt rear apron with integrated diffuser rounds out the conversion. The tail of the car can be alternatively upgraded with the large TechArt GT sport rear wing or a subtle rear spoiler.

Extremely broad wheels and tires make the TechArt Widebody concept for the Boxster complete: Specially for this wide body version they developed custom-made versions of the one-piece TechArt Formula five spoke wheel. The front axle is equipped with wheels in size 8.5Jx20, the rear axle is equipped with 12Jx20 wheels. After extensive test drives, TechArt Automobildesign recommends ContiSportContact 2 high performance tires in sizes 235/30 ZR 20 front and 305/25 ZR 20 rear for the Widebody.

The height-adjustable TechArt sport suspension is specially set-up for these ultra-wide wheels and tires and the wider track of the car. The coil-over suspension doesn’t only provide an individual damping of the roadster but also lowers the two-seater car by some 25 millimeters. Cayman models with PASM system can be updated with the sporty set up TechArt VarioPlus coil over sport suspension. This suspension isn’t only adjustable in height but also in damping by a push on the button inside the cockpit.
TechArt also offers engine tuning for the Widebody. The two watercooled six-cylinder boxer engines can be upgraded with the TechArt power kits. They each consist of a sport air filter and newly programmed engine electronics. The result: 15 hp / 11 kW extra power and optimized road performance.

 

Another performance option is the TechArt increase in displacement from standard 3,387 cm³ to 3,824 cm³. The increase is facilitated by a bore enlarged to 99 millimeters with the corresponding larger special pistons, and by the installation of a special crankshaft. The engine conversion further includes sports camshafts. A modified intake manifold with special air filter system and an aluminum header provide ample combustion air. The perfect interaction of all these components including the fully stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with high-performance manifolds is orchestrated by new mapping for the engine electronics. With a maximum power output of 385 hp / 283 kW and a peak torque of 407 Nm the TechArt displacement engine satisfies both highly sporty minded drivers as well as those pilots who want lots of pulling power from low engine speed.

Powered by this engine, the mid-engine sports car offers excellent performance: The sprint from 0 – 100 km/h takes just 4.9 seconds, and with a top speed of 303 km/h the TechArt two-seater easily bests its production counterpart in this discipline, too. TechArt offers individual full leather trims in all colors and designs for the Widebody.

 

The range reaches from completing the ex-works leather trims up to a completely redesigned cockpit with special sports seats and ergonomically shaped airbag sports steering wheel.

  Even more aggressive and dynamic
The Swiss Porsche tuner Rinspeed transforms the Porsche Cayman also optically in an more bitingly reptile. The effect-orange color paint exclusively mixed by the German paint manufacturer Lesonal lets the ducked reptile appear to be even more aggressive and dynamic.

The already outstanding road performance is joined by a sophisticated aerodynamic package which doesn’t leave any wish unfulfilled. Rinspeed has modified the Cayman characteristics with a low front skirt which takes design clues from the Indy look which was introduces for the 997 model series. The big carbon air intakes with the integrated parking lights remind of the current 997 Turbo model. New side skirts let the power house from Stuttgart appear lowered and sleeker. The complete rear skirt features a carbon difusor insert. Special attention was given to the exchangeable rear skirt inserts which allow either center or a dual exhaust systems. Headers, metal catalytic converters and stainless steel exhaust systems round up the exciting program.

The contact to the road is taken care by the well established five spoke aluminum wheels C5/1 in the format of  8.5 x 20″ with tires of the dimension 235/30-20 at the front axle and 11 x 20″ with tires 305/25-20 at the rear. The suspension is lowered by 25mm by an especially laid out and engineered suspension kit which is adapted to the serial PASM system. Four way adjustable coil over suspension kits are also available.

The interior is enhanced by a sporty steering wheel in  F1 look, aluminum shift knob, aluminum pedals sets, emergency brake lever as well as velour floor mats.

  Limited to 49 vehicles – On occasion of “The Quail Lodge Motorsports Gathering”. The “RK Coupé” is the natural evolution of the RKSpyder which was presented in summer 2005. It is the perfect blend between German technology and Italian style. It will be limited to 49 vehicles and available also in the US.

The most striking feature of this custom-built car is its subtle and yet massive changes that are equally noticeable and unnoticeable. The design gives the car its well-balanced uniqueness and beauty.

The 440 horse power Coupé blends the balance of a mid engine power plant with chassis stiffness elegant curve lines and the perfect handling to make the “RK Coupé” a truly world class performer.

The RK stands for RUF KOMPRESSOR. The basis of this compressor engine is a centrifugal compressor with a planetary gearbox –a kind of mechanical turbo charger, which is driven mechanically by a Poly-Rip belt. The maximum boost is 0.7 bar. The engine has RUF designed intake manifolds with integrated intercoolers, new injectors, sports catalytic converters and a RUF electronic engine management system. The water-cooled charge cooler has a cooling water circuit with an electric water pump from the water cooler in the front spoiler.

The supercharged 3.8 litre engine of the RUF RK Coupé provides a 440 bhp (324 kW) at 7,000 RPM and 470 Nm torque at 5,500 RPM.

The acceleration from 0 – 100 km/h (0 – 62 mph) of the 3.8 litre RK Coupé with a RUF compressor engine takes only 4.3 sec., from 0 – 200 km/h (0 – 125 mph) only 13.0 sec. The maximum speed is 304 km/h (190 mph).

The base price of the RKcoupé is €190.000 (plus tax), approx. $245.000 (plus tax).