Lot 18-548: 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS

Great question! At $75,981, this 2015 Cayman GTS is positioned at the upper end of the market—the 981 GTS averages around $64k with sales ranging from $41k–$89k. Here’s how it stacks up against 911 alternatives:

The 911 Options at This Price

For similar money, you’re looking at 991.1 Carrera S models:

• 2015 911 Carrera S Cabriolet – $72,500 (56k miles)
• 2014 911 Carrera S Cabriolet – $78,500 (40k miles)
• 2015 911 Carrera S Coupe – $87,991 (28k miles)

The Carrera S has 395hp stock versus the GTS’s 340hp—but this particular Cayman has significant mods (IPD plenum, GT3 throttle body, Soul headers, COBB tune) that likely put it right around 360–380hp, shrinking that gap considerably.

Which Should You Choose?

Buy the Cayman GTS if:

• You want the sharper, more balanced mid-engine chassis—it’s widely regarded as the better “sports car”
• You enjoy track days or backroad carving (the GTS has X73 Sport Suspension plus your modifications)
• The 911’s rear seats aren’t essential (they’re tiny anyway!)

Buy the 911 if:

• The badge and status matter to you—let’s be honest, the 911 is the Porsche icon
• You want a more refined GT car for longer trips
• You prefer the rear-engine handling characteristics

My Take

This particular Cayman GTS punches above its weight with those mods. For pure driving enjoyment, it’s hard to beat—the mid-engine layout delivers superior balance, and with the performance upgrades, you’re getting 911-grade acceleration with Cayman agility.

The 911 Carrera S is the smarter “investment” (they depreciate slower due to the name), but the GTS is the more engaging driver’s car. At $75k with 33k miles and all those upgrades, this Cayman offers serious value—just know you’re paying a premium over stock GTS pricing: https://classic.com/m/porsche/cayman/981/gts/

Does your heart want the purist mid-engine experience, or do you need the 911’s legendary status?