Porsche Cayman User Handbook Manual page 9

At the rear of the car, you are Another important – and practical
immediately drawn to the heavily – feature is the large rear hatch
contoured wings. Particularly and screen. The top-hinged lid
striking is the dramatic transition provides convenient access to the
to the raking C-pillar line. The two-part luggage compartment.
balanced combination of concave A high-level third brake light is also
and convex surfaces creates a included as an integral part of
fascinating play of light. the rear screen. As the eye runs
downwards to the base of the
lid, there's a stylish bi-plane
spoiler. The upper wing element
is automatically extended at
120 km/h (75 mph), and
generates additional rear-end
downforce.
The downward sweep over the
rear bumper moulding is neatly
punctuated by a horizontal crease
that runs beneath the number
plate recess. Immediately below
is the tailpipe unit – single-tube
on the new Cayman, dual-tube on
the Cayman S. The tailpipe is
flanked by twin aerofoil elements
within an arched vent opening,
which provides a partial view of
the engine exhaust system and
an effective outlet for excess heat.
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All that remains is one more Even externally, both Cayman
detail – or four, to be precise. models reflect their ability to
The new Cayman has specially reconcile extremes. On the one
developed 17-inch wheels with an hand muscular, powerful and
attractive twin-spoke design. The dynamic, there is also elegance
Cayman S comes with 18-inch in every line and form. From
wheels as standard equipment. the very first glance, from every
Derived from the wheel on the perspective, they are clearly and
Carrera GT, the outer surface instantly Porsche.
runs flush with the exterior of
the car. For a more personal
touch, you can also choose from
a range of wheel options up to
19 inches in diameter.
The new Cayman and the Cayman S |
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The Cayman