[scotw]

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Although I saw the Police in our local Scooby today at a junction and he gave me a 'wry' smile. Hmmm, wouldn't it be great if you could have a race with them.

Oh but you can Helen, you can. Just the once mind, but you can

Glad to see you are enjoying it, we want more piccys!

[CD]

so does that mean your a Porschebird now Helen

love the new car enjoy !

[PhilR]

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Funny you should say that about your driving licence Porscha, noticed today when you see the 'old Bill' they seem to 'clock you' a bit more than I'm used to. Haven't worked out why yet. Although I saw the Police in our local Scooby today at a junction and he gave me a 'wry' smile. Hmmm, wouldn't it be great if you could have a race with them.

Helen,

I think plod in the Scooby was probably......admiring your curves.........and lets be honset most of us make more than a passing glance at a Cayman.

PhilR

[mikem]

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Thanks Mike. The conversion sounds very interesting, what do they do exactly?

I've read that many believe the Cayman chassis is capable of taking more power without compromising the handling and grip.

`Been away a few days BB, here you go. http://www.speedart.de/en/program/mo...man/index.html

Dealer told me that if ever Porsche made a Cayman "RS" they wouldn`t be able to keep up with demand.

The Aero kit is expensive at almost £3K as a factory option BB and seriously limits incline angles due to the front splitters but the rear "fixed" spoiler looks superb and helps diffrentiate the front from the rear . Might be worth seeing if you can order the spoiler on its own.

I got a call yesterday to say the Turbo is back from the bodyshop, so going to see it this afternoon.

[squeezebm]

Originally Posted by mikem

`Been away a few days BB, here you go. http://www.speedart.de/en/program/mo...man/index.html

Dealer told me that if ever Porsche made a Cayman "RS" they wouldn`t be able to keep up with demand.

The Aero kit is expensive at almost £3K as a factory option BB and seriously limits incline angles due to the front splitters but the rear "fixed" spoiler looks superb and helps diffrentiate the front from the rear . Might be worth seeing if you can order the spoiler on its own.

I got a call yesterday to say the Turbo is back from the bodyshop, so going to see it this afternoon.

Good link Mike Helen - i will let you know how i get on

[beemerbird]

Yes Phil, the Cayman is curvy, but have you seen how big it's bum is - adds a whole new meaning to 'does my bum look big in this'

Cheers MikeM for the tuning link - looks VERY tasty. Not sure if this years corporate bonus will quite cover the outlay, but hey, every little helps.

Got a 'are you happy with how the overall experience with the dealer went' letter today. Guess what, along with asking you about interest and hobbies, it asks you whether you are interested in Porsche track days - wow, too bloody right I am.

Calvin - understood.

[DervFan]

Hi Helen, just catching up on this thread Chuffed to bits for you and your Porka More please

[beemerbird]

Went for a spirited blast around the North Yorks. moors today. Lovely warm sunny day, dry roads and a full tank of fuel. First real chance to 'let rip' in the Cayman and well impressed. The car really comes into it's own along the roads on t'moors. Have 'taken' bends at speeds I wouldn't have contemplated before, but this car inspires so much confidence. Found on the twisty and bumpy roads at speed, the Cayman becomes much more 'masculine' to drive - not a problem at all, just a case of concentrate a bit more. You guys maybe wouldn't notice being physically stronger than me.

Great day out and great fun. Some more pics. as promised. Sure some on here will recognise the roads.

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[squeezebm]

Thats it you've done it with them pics

I'm having one

[beemerbird]

Right confession time now. At one point on todays 'blast' I went into a corner a wee bit TOO quickly and HAD to break quite hard mid-way through the bend. There was virtually NO chassis flexing, squirming and NO loss of rear wheel grip - very impressed to say the least and thankful that I made it through the bend....ooops T'other half had grabbed the door handle (very distracting for the driver!) and said "Ffs woman, I haven't brought a spare pair of underpants". That laid the gauntlet for me to try and do it again.

[willhollin]

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Right confession time now. At one point on todays 'blast' I went into a corner a wee bit TOO quickly and HAD to break quite hard mid-way through the bend. There was virtually NO chassis flexing, squirming and NO loss of rear wheel grip - very impressed to say the least and thankful that I made it through the bend....ooops T'other half had grabbed the door handle (very distracting for the driver!) and said "Ffs woman, I haven't brought a spare pair of underpants". That laid the gauntlet for me to try and do it again.

This happened to me today albeit probably at quite a reduced speed. the response I got wasn't quite as humorous as yours though so I pulled in at the next layby and let her drive for the rest of the day

[Z4 Beemer]

No doubt about it... that car looks really at home beside those roads (same curves ).

Brilliant photos.

[Fatbloke]

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Got a 'are you happy with how the overall experience with the dealer went' letter today. Guess what, along with asking you about interest and hobbies, it asks you whether you are interested in Porsche track days - wow, too bloody right I am.

Calvin - understood.

Helen, did they tell you about the forthcoming Porsche Driver Training Center at Silverstone? I've been a little involved in the construction, and it is a great new facility. It should be opened this summer, where new owners can even take delivery of their new porker, and then be educated in getting the most from it. Squeeze, this may ineterst you too.

http://www.porsche.com/uk/aboutporsc...&id=2007-07-20

[CrimsonRedE93]

Car looks great in the pictures BB, It certainly makes you think

I actually stopped and looked at one parked up yesterday, can't though as I need 4 seats when on business

[vivekk]

Beautiful car, Helen. I hope you enjoy the Cayman.

Here's a 're-work-, just for you.

Viv

[jjbirch]

lovely car beemer love the red brakes, looks very sporty hope u have fun

[jwbmw]

Great set of photos and a lovely car Helen

What's the sticker in the back window? A message to the plod?

[beemerbird]

Cheers Viv - that photo is well cool. Wish I knew how to do all that stuff.


Jason - Thanks, nice to hear from you.

The sticker is the white rose of Yorkshire. Not that I'm proud to be a Yorkie born and bred you understand.

[beemerbird]

Originally Posted by Fatbloke

Helen, did they tell you about the forthcoming Porsche Driver Training Center at Silverstone? I've been a little involved in the construction, and it is a great new facility. It should be opened this summer, where new owners can even take delivery of their new porker, and then be educated in getting the most from it. Squeeze, this may ineterst you too.

http://www.porsche.com/uk/aboutporsc...&id=2007-07-20

Didn't know about that Fatbloke - thanks for that, great link.

[mjh93sa]

Looks great Helen... just like a Porch ought to be, small and curvy.

[Bumps]

Wow! Great photos and wonderful roads - you must be loving it Helen!

[- Paul -]

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Went for a spirited blast around the North Yorks. moors today. Lovely warm sunny day, dry roads and a full tank of fuel. First real chance to 'let rip' in the Cayman and well impressed. The car really comes into it's own along the roads on t'moors. Have 'taken' bends at speeds I wouldn't have contemplated before, but this car inspires so much confidence. Found on the twisty and bumpy roads at speed, the Cayman becomes much more 'masculine' to drive - not a problem at all, just a case of concentrate a bit more. You guys maybe wouldn't notice being physically stronger than me.

Great day out and great fun. Some more pics. as promised. Sure some on here will recognise the roads.

I know and that road (when its fairly clear!)