Well, it didn't take long for the highly anticipated Porsche Cayman GT4 to hit the Nurburgring->ke999 track at full speed. Spotted on Germany's public roads for the very first time last month (check out the photos and video if you missed them), the upcoming Cayman GT4 is rapidly moving up on the development ladder.

Judging by the license plate, the prototype that left some serious skid marks on the Nordschleife is the same GT4 that made us drool back in May 2014. Not much has changed since then, so we're looking at the same aerodynamic front bumper, 911 GT3-like rear wing, and lightweight wheels. There are a few new details though. The red brake calipers mounted on the front discs are slightly larger, signaling that Porsche->ke1 is still busy in finding the optimum configuration for this track-ready sports car->ke506.

Although the Cayman GT4 is still a couple of years away, we expect very little modifications to occur in the visual department. Both the bumper and the rear diffuser are pretty much finalized, with only a few nips and tucks to occur here and there. The rear wing, however, needs more adjustments before receiving its final production shape.

Porsche is still mum on the details, but earlier reports suggest the Cayman GT4 will have as much as 400 horsepower at its disposal. The ponies are likely to come from a hybrid->ke147 powertrain and travel to the wheels through a PDK dual-clutch transmission. Hopefully, Porsche comes to its senses before the GT4 breaks cover and adds a three-pedal option.

Click past the jump to read more about the Porsche Cayman GT4.

Why It Matters

The Cayman GT4 is rapidly shaping up to be a great track-enthusiast car and we're just dying to see, hear, and hoon. Porsche is finally allowing the mid-engined Cayman->ke5 to live up to its full potential, and its presence at Nurburgring is a clear indication that the GT4 means business.

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