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Originally Posted by AreteAuto
Do stock Porsche's, such as the Cayman S, require much upgrading to the brakes for track use? Or are they well-equipped? I'd assume pads at least..
I ask because I am considering one.
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but I don't mind!
Depending on your skill level, the OEM Cayman S brakes and pads are great for track use. I did ~11 track days on my Cayman S and didn't have any issues - no brake fade or anything, but I did have to change the rotors/pads which is $$$$ vs. the BRZ. It ran me about $2,000 for OEM rotors/pads and labor at an independent shop, vs. $300 for Centric rotors and StopTech Street Performance pad DIY for the BRZ.
The thing to watch for in the Cayman S Gen 1 (2006-2007) is oil starvation and IMS bearing failure. The Cayman S is an AMAZING track car, but it's also WAY more expensive to maintain. I bought a BRZ because it's a lot cheaper to maintain for track use but having said that, I may go back to the Cayman S (Gen 2) or a new one at some point. Hope this helps!