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Porsche 981

Porsche 981

Germany2010s2020s1990s

About Porsche 981

The Porsche 981 is the internal designation given to the third-generation Boxster/Cayman (second generation Cayman) models built by German automobile manufacturer Porsche. It was announced on 13 March 2012 at the Geneva Auto Show with sales starting early summer 2012. The 981 reflects the new design language from the 911 (991) and 918, and features revised engine and transmission specifications. The chassis had been revised: it is 40 percent more torsionally rigid, the front track is 40 mm (1.6 in) wider, the rear track is 18 mm (0.7 in) wider, and the wheelbase has been extended by 60 mm (2.4 in). There is a small weight reduction of up to 35 kg (77 lb) compared to the outgoing 987. The 981 was the first Boxster/Cayman to use electronically assisted steering, and the parking brake in the car uses an electronic linkage. The instrument cluster features a 4.6" TFT color screen in conjunction with various sensors that can display accurate engine temperature, oil temperature and oil pressure. The Sport Chrono Package includes dynamic gearbox mounts.

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Germany

Porsche 981 by Type

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Thumbnail for Porsche Cayman 981 2.7 PSE cold startup by Porsche 981, Porsche0:21

Porsche Cayman 981 2.7 PSE cold startup

Porsche 981, Porsche

Thumbnail for Here's What A Porsche Cayman Boxster 981 Is Actually Like After 60,000 Miles by Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman13:08

Here's What A Porsche Cayman Boxster 981 Is Actually Like After 60,000 Miles

Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman

2010sEngine SoundReview

Track Day10 clips

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  • Thumbnail for Sepang Open Track Day Porsche 981 2.7 (Cup2) vs 992S (PS4S) 15-6-2023 by Porsche 9812:40

    Sepang Open Track Day Porsche 981 2.7 (Cup2) vs 992S (PS4S) 15-6-2023

    Porsche 981

    2020sTrack Day
  • Thumbnail for Porsche Cayman S (981) - Trackday Fazenda Capuava - 10/8/22 - onboard by Porsche 9812:07

    Porsche Cayman S (981) - Trackday Fazenda Capuava - 10/8/22 - onboard

    Porsche 981

    2010sTrack Day
  • Thumbnail for SP Auto Sepang Trackday Porsche 981 2m38.4s 27Apr25 by Porsche 9812:52

    SP Auto Sepang Trackday Porsche 981 2m38.4s 27Apr25

    Porsche 981

    Track Day
  • Thumbnail for Porsche 981 Cayman GTS Track Day at Knockhill Racing Circuit S3 02/07/2020 by Porsche 9819:44

    Porsche 981 Cayman GTS Track Day at Knockhill Racing Circuit S3 02/07/2020

    Porsche 981

    2020sTrack Day

Walkaround10 clips

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  • Thumbnail for 2016 Porsche 981 Cayman GT4 - Jet Black Metallic - Walkaround & Interior | Romans International [4K] by Porsche 9813:38

    2016 Porsche 981 Cayman GT4 - Jet Black Metallic - Walkaround & Interior | Romans International [4K]

    Porsche 981

    2010sWalkaroundTrack Day
  • Thumbnail for FOR SALE - WALKAROUND - MY15 PORSCHE [981] BOXSTER 3.4S PDK [315BHP] - Basalt Black Metallic by Porsche 98122:29

    FOR SALE - WALKAROUND - MY15 PORSCHE [981] BOXSTER 3.4S PDK [315BHP] - Basalt Black Metallic

    Porsche 981

    Walkaround
  • Thumbnail for 2013 Porsche 981 Boxster Walkaround (4K) | A690 Specialist Cars by Porsche 9811:18

    2013 Porsche 981 Boxster Walkaround (4K) | A690 Specialist Cars

    Porsche 981

    2010sWalkaround
  • Thumbnail for Porsche 981 Boxster S Walkaround by Porsche 9810:58

    Porsche 981 Boxster S Walkaround

    Porsche 981

    2010sWalkaroundEngine Sound

Review6 clips

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  • Thumbnail for 2016 Porsche Cayman S 981 Interior Review by Porsche 9817:55

    2016 Porsche Cayman S 981 Interior Review

    Porsche 981

    2010sReview
  • Thumbnail for Porsche 981 Boxster S vs Cayman S - Which is more Epic? Driving Review Ep.10 - Diary Specialist by Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman24:40

    Porsche 981 Boxster S vs Cayman S - Which is more Epic? Driving Review Ep.10 - Diary Specialist

    Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman

    Review
  • Thumbnail for Porsche Cayman 981 vs Cayman S: Which Is Better? [Review] by Porsche 98112:31

    Porsche Cayman 981 vs Cayman S: Which Is Better? [Review]

    Porsche 981

    Review
  • Thumbnail for Upgrading From a ND MX5 Miata / 981 Porsche Cayman Review by Porsche 9819:08

    Upgrading From a ND MX5 Miata / 981 Porsche Cayman Review

    Porsche 981

    Review

Engine Sound5 clips

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  • Thumbnail for Here's What A Porsche Cayman Boxster 981 Is Actually Like After 60,000 Miles by Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman13:08

    Here's What A Porsche Cayman Boxster 981 Is Actually Like After 60,000 Miles

    Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman

    2010sEngine SoundReview
  • Thumbnail for What makes a manual Porsche 981 so special! #shorts by Porsche 9810:19

    What makes a manual Porsche 981 so special! #shorts

    Porsche 981

    Engine Sound
  • Thumbnail for 2014 Porsche 981 Boxster S Review - Best Used Sports Car Under $50K? by Porsche 98112:16

    2014 Porsche 981 Boxster S Review - Best Used Sports Car Under $50K?

    Porsche 981

    2010sEngine SoundReview
  • Thumbnail for 2012-2016 Porsche Boxster/Cayman 981 | What To LOOK For When Buying One by Porsche 9818:58

    2012-2016 Porsche Boxster/Cayman 981 | What To LOOK For When Buying One

    Porsche 981

    2010sEngine Sound

More Clips17 clips

  • Thumbnail for Porsche Cayman/Boxster 981 - First 5 Modifications (Top 5 Mod Ideas) by Porsche 981, TechArt, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, WiLL, Car, vide, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman10:29

    Porsche Cayman/Boxster 981 - First 5 Modifications (Top 5 Mod Ideas)

    Porsche 981, TechArt, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, WiLL, Car, vide, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman

    Modification
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    Is the Porsche 981 Boxster the Ultimate Alps & Canyon Car? | Col de Turini + Red Rock Road D2202

    Porsche 981

    2010sRoad Trip
  • Thumbnail for Porsche 981 GT4 Walkaround by Porsche 9813:20

    Porsche 981 GT4 Walkaround

    Porsche 981

    2010sAuctionWalkaround
  • Thumbnail for Porsche Cayman Generations (987,981,718) compared - Which is best? | Everyday Driver TV S4 by Porsche 981, Porsche, video, Porsche 718, vide20:57

    Porsche Cayman Generations (987,981,718) compared - Which is best? | Everyday Driver TV S4

    Porsche 981, Porsche, video, Porsche 718, vide

    2010sComparison
  • Thumbnail for Porsche Cayman 981 2.7 PSE cold startup by Porsche 981, Porsche0:21

    Porsche Cayman 981 2.7 PSE cold startup

    Porsche 981, Porsche

  • Thumbnail for Why the Porsche 981 Boxster / Cayman is the Ultimate Porsche! by Porsche 981, Porsche Boxster and Cayman (981), Porsche, video, Car, Van, vide, video i, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Boxster and Cayman8:37

    Why the Porsche 981 Boxster / Cayman is the Ultimate Porsche!

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  • Thumbnail for BLOWN AWAY🤯 by His Porsche Cayman 981 GTS! // Nürburgring by Porsche 98111:30

    BLOWN AWAY🤯 by His Porsche Cayman 981 GTS! // Nürburgring

    Porsche 981

  • Thumbnail for Porsche 981 Boxster S Agate Grey PDK with Extended Black Leather by Porsche 98111:12

    Porsche 981 Boxster S Agate Grey PDK with Extended Black Leather

    Porsche 981

    2010s
  • Thumbnail for Porsche 718 v 981 Cayman S: which is best for your £40k? by Porsche 981, Porsche, Sports car, video, Car, video f, Porsche 718, vide18:37

    Porsche 718 v 981 Cayman S: which is best for your £40k?

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  • Thumbnail for Porsche Evolution 1898-1999 Series－1 by Porsche 981, Porsche, video, WiLL, Car, vide5:20

    Porsche Evolution 1898-1999 Series－1

    Porsche 981, Porsche, video, WiLL, Car, vide

    1990s
  • Thumbnail for Final Summer Drive! Susten Pass | Porsche 981 Boxster GTS vs 997.2 Carrera by Porsche 981, Porsche, Car, Porsche Carrera GT, Porsche Boxster17:46

    Final Summer Drive! Susten Pass | Porsche 981 Boxster GTS vs 997.2 Carrera

    Porsche 981, Porsche, Car, Porsche Carrera GT, Porsche Boxster

  • Thumbnail for A glimpse of Norway - Driving through Norway in my Porsche 981 Cayman by Porsche 981, ZiL, Porsche16:08

    A glimpse of Norway - Driving through Norway in my Porsche 981 Cayman

    Porsche 981, ZiL, Porsche

  • Thumbnail for Doug DeMuro on the Porsche 981 Boxster Market! by Porsche 9811:19

    Doug DeMuro on the Porsche 981 Boxster Market!

    Porsche 981

  • Thumbnail for More Fun, Less Money? The Base Porsche 981 Boxster Beats the S in Real Life by Porsche 98114:00

    More Fun, Less Money? The Base Porsche 981 Boxster Beats the S in Real Life

    Porsche 981

  • Thumbnail for Owning A Porsche 981 - What To Expect (Boxster & Cayman) by Porsche 98112:44

    Owning A Porsche 981 - What To Expect (Boxster & Cayman)

    Porsche 981

  • Thumbnail for Buying a CRASHED Porsche 981 GTS at Salvage Auction CHEAP! Let's Rebuild It! by Porsche 98119:47

    Buying a CRASHED Porsche 981 GTS at Salvage Auction CHEAP! Let's Rebuild It!

    Porsche 981

  • Thumbnail for Insurance Quoted $28,000 For a NEW MOTOR... We Fixed It For $20 Instead! by Porsche 98122:53

    Insurance Quoted $28,000 For a NEW MOTOR... We Fixed It For $20 Instead!

    Porsche 981

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