Track-Only Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport Brings the Heat
The Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport has made its world premiere at the 2015 L.A. Auto Show.
Originally announced in October, the German automaker brought an example of the Cayman GT4 Clubsport to Los Angeles in full livery. Based on the Cayman GT4, the Clubsport is a track-only version sporting 385 horsepower thanks to a 3.8-liter flat-six engine. For the race version, the powerplant is paired to a Porsche double clutch transmission with shift paddles on the steering wheel and a mechanical rear-axle locking differential.
The hardcore racer also borrows components from the big 911 GT3 Cup brother, including the lightweight suspension strut front-axle system. The Cayman GT4 Clubsport tips the scales at 2,866 pounds and comes straight from the factory with a welded-in safety cage, a racing bucket seat as well as six-point harness.
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For next year, Porsche is planning to have the Cayman GT4 Clubsport compete in numerous series including the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge, the Porsche Club of America, the Pirelli GT3 Cup Trophy USA, the Ultra 94 GT3 Cup Challenge Canada, the Pirelli World Challenge and other club-level meetings around the world.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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