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Originally Posted by matt911

I have not driven a Cayman but I'm sure it's a better car in many ways. It's for sure better built and faster, all else being equal, but they live in the same performance neighborhood. If you wait around and hunt for the right Evora a good one can be had for $40-$45k.

What the Lotus gets you is exclusivity and what I consider a sexier car. Caymans are nice looking but also generic at the same time. Pictures can't capture the curves and detail of the Evora. It has that traditional wide hip, narrow waist, flowing curve design. I enjoy looking at it as much as driving it. I think I'd enjoy driving the Cayman just as much but wouldn't look back at it every time I waked away from it or just stare at it in the garage while drinking a beer.

That pretty much sums it up. The Evora would be more unique, better looking, and less "sterile". That would come with poorer build quality, wonky electrics, and a poor dealer network compared to a Cayman.

Given the Evora is a heavier car vs the Elige I would go for an Evora S (supercharged) version which will get you up around $60K.