2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

The problem with making an already good sports car faster and more capable is that you often lose the essence or balance of what made that vehicle good in the first place. The base 718 Porsche Cayman is already one of the best driver's cars in the world, so for Porsche to have made the GT4 even better is nothing short of a miracle. Yes, it is definitely more hardcore and less easy to live with on a daily basis, but it's not a completely stripped out track car, and those buying it for what it is will be more than happy to live with it.

They will have to live with a rather minimalist list of standard features, and almost no driver assists, but who wants all that extra stuff getting in the way of the experience? As for a safety rating, that's all up to how you drive, since neither of the US roadworthiness organizations have put the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 to review.

Everything about this car screams driver involvement, from the roaring naturally-aspirated engine to the way it clings in the corners and tells you exactly when it wants to let go. Many competitors make more power or have the potential to make more power thanks to turbocharged power plants, but there is nothing that comes close to the pureness you get to experience in the 2021 Cayman GT4, at least not in this price range. Porsche has created a legend.

There's only one trim, so you'll have to look at the options list to make your GT4 a bit more unique. If we had the pleasure of buying one, we'd get one in Carrara White Metallic and get the wheels painted in Satin Aurum. On the inside, we'd opt for the full bucket seats. In terms of performance, we'd stick with the manual transmission but add the Chrono Package and ceramic composite brakes. Finally, we'd add the smoking package because you'll want a cigarette after a roll in the hay with this German. The total price of a 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 coupe with all these extra bits will set you back around $120,000, after paying destination fees.