2012 Cayman R 6-Speed

Marked by its lightweight construction and enhanced performance, 2012’s Cayman R epitomizes Porsche’s commitment to creating exceptional sports cars for enthusiasts. This mid-engined coupe boasts a tuned 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine delivering 330 horsepower, has a specially adapted sports chassis, and is 121 lbs lighter than the Cayman S, resulting in a driving experience on par with some of Porsche’s best up until this time.

This 2012 Cayman R 6-speed is finished in Black over a Black leather interior with Alcantara seat inserts and features options such as Bi-Xenon headlights, Sound Package Plus, Sport Chrono Package, and more for an original MSRP of $72,920. It comes with its original window sticker, keys, books, and a clean and clear CarFax with its most recent service in April of last year.

The Black exterior looks to be in very good condition with the only demerits being a few small paint chips on the wheels. The seller mentions paint meter readings although I don’t see them in the gallery. (Am I missing something?). The interior is super clean as well but the listing is void of any pictures on underneath. All-in-all, a very nice example from what I can tell.

Cayman Rs saw a bit of a dip from 2019 into 2020 but have picked back up over the years with average prices going from a low of about $50k to almost $70,000 today. Our Spotlight car sold at a final bid of $76,500, which was almost a twelve-month high. Probably would have gotten there had the seller included those paint meter readings and more photos.

Two things that go hand-in-hand? Porsche and watches. Every Porschephile I know is also a watch nerd. And like Porsches, watches can be enjoyed at all price points. 

On a recent visit to Pittsburgh, SML subscriber Allan S. tossed me his new Sheffield Allsport watch. Sheffield Watches is a reboot of an old dive watch brand founded in New York in the ‘50s that was synonymous with producing low-price point, quality watches. The weight of the stainless steel case felt robust, as did the feel of the screw-down crown and unidirectional bezel—definitely quality. As for price point, the Sheffield diver punches way above its weight at $108. You can’t buy more watch for the money, period. 

And that’s what Sheffield Watches’ founder Jay Turkbas set out to accomplish, reviving the brand's ethos and creating a watch synonymous with quality, technology, and affordability. Taking inspiration from his original Sheffield watch from the ’70s and his 30-plus years of experience in product development and innovation, he knocked it out of the park with a durable watch capable of exploring the depths of the ocean one day and cars & coffee the next. And all at a price point equivalent to the $13 the watch originally cost back then. Take a moment to give Sheffield Watches a look. I know you’ll be just as impressed as I am.

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