Porsche Cayman 981 Market Index2012-2016

About the Porsche Cayman 981

The 981-generation Porsche Cayman, spanning global production from 2012 to 2016, is widely celebrated as the final chapter of the naturally aspirated, mid-engine flat-six era before the shift to turbocharged four-cylinders. This iteration introduced a more aggressive design language with a longer wheelbase and wider tracks, significantly improving stability and handling precision while shedding weight through the increased use of aluminium. Available in the 202kW base model or the punchier 239kW S variant, the 981 also saw the birth of the driver-focused GTS and the track-honed GT4, the latter featuring a 3.8-litre engine borrowed from the 911. In the Australian market, the 981 has experienced a notable surge in desirability, as local enthusiasts increasingly value its analogue soul and mechanical reliability. This has led to a highly active buyer pool and robust market values, with many owners viewing the 981 as a modern classic that balances daily usability with a pure, high-revving soundtrack. Its status as a "sweet spot" in the Cayman lineage ensures it remains a high-intent search term for collectors and driving purists across the country.