In the fast lane with Manthey Kit: Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS!

Thomas Wachsmuth July 13, 2023 -> Cars from AZ, -> Tuner from AZ, Manthey / Manthey Racing GmbH, Porsche, Porsche Exclusive Manufactory, Premium vehicles, Videos

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Porsche follows up and contributes Manthey kit for 718 Cayman GT4RS on the market, perfectly optimized for the challenges on circuits. And the muscle man with 500 PS (368 kW) has already proven its strength by driving the Nordschleife of the Nürburgring in impressive 7: 03,121 minutes graduated He could look around exactly 6,179 seconds from the series brother, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS without kit, absetzen. When modifying are primarily the aerodynamic and chassis technical components in focus. A special treat for racetrack lovers are the optionally available, specially adapted ones Brake pads. The Manthey Kit is the result of close cooperation between the engineers at Porsche Motorsport and the Manthey Nordschleife experts in Meuspath. The one for the Road legal components are available worldwide from the Porsche Centers.

Manthey Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS

The changes caused by the Manthey kit are primarily due to the aerodynamics on the 718 Cayman GT4 RS Attachments recognizable. Wear on the front Trim and new air curtains with Wheelhouse Gurney, along with a new one Carbon underbody and Diffusers, to improve downforce. The rear wing, widened by 85 millimeters and equipped with larger end plates, also increases downforce on the rear axle and is in four levels adjustable.

In order to withstand the increased aerodynamic loads, the body frame of the boot lid is in carbon fiber strengthened. With the ones made from CFRP Aero discs on the rear wheels, not only is the turbulence at the rear reduced, but visual accents are also set. When the rear wing is placed in the performance setting for circuit use, total downforce increases from 89 to 169 kilogramswhen a speed of 200 km/h is reached.

Racetrack-optimized chassis

In the fast lane with Manthey Kit: Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS!

Together with Manthey, Porsche has also developed a special adaptable for use on the circuit for the 718 Cayman GT4 RS coilover developed in an upside-down design. The spring struts are four-way adjustable, and the rebound and compression stages can even be adjusted without tools to be set. The spring rates on the front axle have increased by 20 percent. The chassis is for vehicles with and without Lift system on the front axle available. And included in the kit is a brake line kit with steel coating, which guarantees an exact pressure point and thus ensures optimal control of the brake. And ensure visual customization illuminated door sills with Manthey logo.

Carbon extras for a bit of extra shine

There are also special ones for use on the circuit Tow Hooks optionally available. The Manthey Kit can also be combined with a specially designed CfK rear spoiler attachment expand and together with the larger rear wing, this increases the downforce on the rear axle by a further four percent. And an additional visual treat are the optional ones Louvres (wheel arch vents) made of visible carbon in the front fenders, which go perfectly with the Weissach Package harmonize The 718 Cayman GT4 RS with the Manthey Kit was able to develop its full potential on the famous Nürburgring-Nordschleife, the traditional test bench for Porsche sports cars.

With Porsche brand ambassador Jörg Bergmeister at the wheel, the modified GT athlete completed the 20,8-kilometre circuit in the Eifel at 18 degrees Celsius and, as already mentioned, under a cloudy sky 7: 03,121 minutes – that is 6,179 seconds faster than the standard 718 Cayman GT4 RS around a year earlier. Both vehicles came with the optional tires, the model Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R, fitted. Of course, the lap time was certified by a notary present on site. The Manthey Kit is available worldwide through Porsche Centers and the price specific to each country can be found in the Accessory Finder. The European launch is for December 2023 planned, other markets will follow. Of course, the full factory warranty of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS remains receive.

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