Hardcore Cayman in the works by XTR Carchip

Even though there have been tons of rumors about a track oriented Cayman, there still isn’t such a car in Porsche’s model line-up.

Looks like German tuner XTR Carchip is about to change that. Based on the 2006 Porsche Cayman S, their project car features a very aggressive wide body kit with a huge rear spoiler.

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Customized modification kits for the latest Boxster and Cayman

Porsche already offers model variants and options for its Boxter and Cayman cars. But TechArt is one of the leading aftermarket car tuners who offer customized modification kits so that you can personalize your car according to your taste.

Visual, aerodynamic and chasis modification kits are available in different variations. The Aerokit I includes a new front spoiler, side sills, rear spoiler and diffuser, with round exhaust tips in different finishes. The Aerokit II, meanwhile, upgrades with an Audi-style daytime running lamp (DRL) kit, while the TechArt’s Vario suspension drops the ride height by 30 mm, mounted to 19- and 20-inch wheels. You can also upgrade the interiors.

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Porsche working on Cayman Clubsport, coming this October

According to Autocar, Porsche is working on the Cayman Clubsport that will go on sale in the UK this October.

Porsche is also considering a single-make racing series for the Cayman Clubsport, just like it already does with the 911.

Cayman Clubsport has a stripped-out interior, lightweight body panels, simplified electronics, lighter wheels, which all make the car 100 kg (220 lbs) lighter compared to the Cayman S.

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Videos: 2009 Porsche Cayman S & Boxster S

Earlier today we brought you details and images of the facelifted Cayman and Boxster. Porsche also released videos showing new models that are premiering today in L.A.

Newly developed 2.9-liter Boxer engine develops 255 bhp (188 kW) in the Boxster and 265 bhp (195 kW) in the Cayman, an increase by 10 and, respectively, 20 horsepower over the preceding models. The 3.4-liter power unit in the S-versions, benefiting from Direct Fuel Injection, now delivers 310 bhp (228 kW) in the Boxster S and 320 bhp (235 kW) in the Cayman S, up by 15 and, respectively, 25 bhp.

Click here to see 2009 Porsche Cayman and Boxster videos

Porsche unveils new generation Boxster and Cayman at the L.A. Auto Show

Porsche presents the second generation of the mid-engined Boxster and Cayman sports cars for the first time at the L.A. Auto Show. The new models feature the new flat-six boxer engines, which provide more power and greater fuel efficiency than their predecessors. The vehicles also feature the Porsche-PDK, the new double-clutch gearbox.

Newly developed 2.9-liter Boxer engine develops 255 bhp (188 kW) in the Boxster and 265 bhp (195 kW) in the Cayman, an increase by 10 and, respectively, 20 horsepower over the preceding models. The 3.4-liter power unit in the S-versions, benefiting from Direct Fuel Injection, now delivers 310 bhp (228 kW) in the Boxster S and 320 bhp (235 kW) in the Cayman S, up by 15 and, respectively, 25 bhp.

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Porsche Cayman facelift in the works?

The Porsche Cayman (type 987) was first introduced in 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. What we have here is a Porsche Cayman test mule that has bigger wheel cases.

We are not sure is this a test mule for the next generation Cayman or just a facelift. Most likely a facelift as the current model has been on sale less than three years.

Click here to see the Cayman with bigger wheel cases spotted earlier today