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    Porsche 987.2C 987.2 Cayman

    2009–2012 · Flat-6 · Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive · 265–330 hp

    Facelifted Cayman with DFI engines and the track-focused, stripped-out Cayman R.

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    Variants

    • Cayman2009–2012 · 265 hp
    • Cayman S2009–2012 · 320 hp
    • Cayman R2011–2012 · 330 hp
    • Cayman S Black Edition2011–2012 · 320 hp

    What owners actually spend on the 987.2C

    Median service costs from real logged records, broken down by job and category.

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    Known issues to look for

    • Bore Scoring

      critical

      Ticking/knocking noise, excessive oil consumption

      Monitor oil consumption. Bore scope inspection at 60k km. Use only Porsche-approved oil.

    • Water Pump Failure

      moderate

      Coolant leak, overheating warning

      Replace water pump at 60,000 km preventatively.

    • Cayman R HVAC Blower Motor

      minor

      Blower motor squealing, reduced airflow, intermittent operation

      Replace blower motor. Common on stripped-out R models.

    Documented 987.2C Porsches