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Soup it Up
Tuner revs up sleek Cayman S
As if Porsche isn't sporty enough, German maker accessorizes.
Larry Edsall / Special to The Detroit News
Porsche's newest vehicle, the Cayman S, has just entered the North American automotive market and is drawing praise for its sensual appearance and its sensational athleticism. But even though the Cayman S has just arrived on the American road, there already are aftermarket customization parts available.
German tuner Techart, founded in 1987, specializes in modifications for Porsches and now that includes the Cayman S.
Techart's package of Cayman S products includes a front spoiler for $1,189, lower (rocker panel) side skirts for $1,249 and a revised rear spoiler for $589.
The German company also has designed its own Formula 1 wheels for the Cayman S, and makes them available up to 20 inches in diameter, and at prices up to $1,350. The 20-by-8.5-inch wide front wheels will take 235/30 aspect tires while the 20-by-11 rears can be wrapped with 305/25 high-performance rubber.
Techart already has a set of sports springs for $529 that lowers the Cayman S more than an inch, giving it an even firmer ride.
Techart says these springs were designed to integrate into the advanced Porsche Active Suspension Management system that is optional equipment on the Cayman S.
Techart also is in the final phases of testing its own height-adjustable, coil-over suspension components for the car. These will be priced about $4,000 for the standard Cayman S and about $4,700 for cars with PASM.
Additionally, the German tuning company is working on a stainless steel sports exhaust system with a deeper tone, on special high-flow catalytic converter, air filters and on various engine enhancements, including one that changes cams, crankshaft and other components so the motor displaces 3.8 liters and as much as 370 horsepower.
Already available are several custom interior parts, including steering wheels, aluminum pedals and shift knob, stainless steel sill plates and special leather upholstery.
The Claus Ettensberger Corp. of Gardena, Calif. distributes Techart components in North America. For information, visit its Web site, www.cecwheels.com or call (800) 766-0064.
Larry Edsall is a Phoenix-based freelance writer. He can be reached at: ledsall@cox.net.
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Soup it Up
Tuner revs up sleek Cayman S
As if Porsche isn't sporty enough, German maker accessorizes.
Larry Edsall / Special to The Detroit News
Porsche's newest vehicle, the Cayman S, has just entered the North American automotive market and is drawing praise for its sensual appearance and its sensational athleticism. But even though the Cayman S has just arrived on the American road, there already are aftermarket customization parts available.
German tuner Techart, founded in 1987, specializes in modifications for Porsches and now that includes the Cayman S.
Techart's package of Cayman S products includes a front spoiler for $1,189, lower (rocker panel) side skirts for $1,249 and a revised rear spoiler for $589.
The German company also has designed its own Formula 1 wheels for the Cayman S, and makes them available up to 20 inches in diameter, and at prices up to $1,350. The 20-by-8.5-inch wide front wheels will take 235/30 aspect tires while the 20-by-11 rears can be wrapped with 305/25 high-performance rubber.
Techart already has a set of sports springs for $529 that lowers the Cayman S more than an inch, giving it an even firmer ride.
Techart says these springs were designed to integrate into the advanced Porsche Active Suspension Management system that is optional equipment on the Cayman S.
Techart also is in the final phases of testing its own height-adjustable, coil-over suspension components for the car. These will be priced about $4,000 for the standard Cayman S and about $4,700 for cars with PASM.
Additionally, the German tuning company is working on a stainless steel sports exhaust system with a deeper tone, on special high-flow catalytic converter, air filters and on various engine enhancements, including one that changes cams, crankshaft and other components so the motor displaces 3.8 liters and as much as 370 horsepower.
Already available are several custom interior parts, including steering wheels, aluminum pedals and shift knob, stainless steel sill plates and special leather upholstery.
The Claus Ettensberger Corp. of Gardena, Calif. distributes Techart components in North America. For information, visit its Web site, www.cecwheels.com or call (800) 766-0064.
Larry Edsall is a Phoenix-based freelance writer. He can be reached at: ledsall@cox.net.
Original Article can be found at cars.com --> Link <--
