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Free Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN Decoder

Decode your Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 2 variants (2012+). No registration.

2012+ 2 variants Coupe Petrol
Porsche Cayman (981C)
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Porsche Cayman (981C) specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Cayman (981C) variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.7L 6MT (275 HP) 2012 Petrol 2.7 L 271 bhp MANUAL 6sp RWD —
2.7L 7AT (275 HP) 2012 Petrol 2.7 L 271 bhp DCT 7sp RWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used Cayman (981C) is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other Cayman generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN FAQ

What does a Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN tell you?+
A Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Porsche Cayman (981C)?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Porsche Cayman (981C) made?+
Our database covers the Porsche Cayman (981C) for model years 2012+, across 2 variants.
Is the Porsche Cayman (981C) VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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