Now that word is out the long-awaited Boxster coupe is to be called the Porsche Cayman, we thought we'd take a look back at the buzz bin leading up to Porsche's announcement — from reports of the first spy shots through levels of speculation on its positioning in the Porsche line. Interesting stuff, though in some cases it's like reading old book reports from the fifth grade. Beh.

August 11, 2004
Pre-Production Hardtop Porsche Boxster Spied

December 12, 2004
Porsche May Sell Racing-Only Boxster Coupe

January 18, 2005
Porsche s 911 Junior

February 22, 2005
Porsche Boxster Coupe to Be Upmarket Track-Day Toy?

February 23, 2005
Porsche to Build Mid-Engine Sports Car Above Boxter