token Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 I was after initially a GT4 Yellow 350Z but never found one that was worth the money.... After looking for a while I decided to check out the Porsche Boxster S. After driving the Boxster S I went to drive a 2006 '56' 350Z with the better interior and more power. I know you all love the 350Z so I'm not going to flame it or anything, but all I can say is that I immediately put a deposit on the Boxster S. It is absolutely sublime and so well planted on the road that I have paid way more for it than the 350Z cost and got less equipment (no xenons or bose). But the way the car drives and sounds I think it was worth it. Anyone wanting to move away from a 350Z in the future should definitley go for a Boxster S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ekona Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 987? Great choice of car, you'll get no argument from me that it's a better car than the Zed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtbiscuit Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 good choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Komier Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 Ew... just ew... more than ew, but i dont currently have the words for it. ~However hope you enjoy your purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 A great choice really. They always look good as I view them in my rear view mirror. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK350Z Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 Don't worry, we know when we're beat! They say the only people who badmouth the boxster are those who've never driven one. I woud probably have a Cayman or a 911 if i could afford it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srobrien Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 I hear they have plenty of storage space for your hairdressing equipment JK, good luck with the porka. R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
token Posted March 11, 2010 Author Share Posted March 11, 2010 Yes its a 987 3.2S Hairdresser equipment.... lol..... I'm going to get a lot of that. The car is yellow as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
token Posted March 11, 2010 Author Share Posted March 11, 2010 Ew... just ew... more than ew, but i dont currently have the words for it. ~However hope you enjoy your purchase! You could try 'facepalm'..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich5259 Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 Good choice , I notice you say it was a lot more expensive than a Zed, could you quantify that amount? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mab1 Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 Had a 987 S a couple of years back - fantastic car no doubt about it (mine did have bose, dont worry your not missing much!). Looking back now, the only thing that let it down was the sound, it was just a little too reserved for my taste, bearing in mind I like the standard zed exhaust im not a big noise junky. Add an aftermarket exhaust or porsche sports exhaust and it would be spot on. At the time (2006), I paid near enough double for the 987 for what I paid for my 07 zed last year - at those prices zed wins all day long. Now the 987 prices are down though, much more difficult decision.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 I've looked at Boxster's recently As well as Lambo's, GT-R's, M5's, Caymans, Z4m's, 911's and RS4's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
token Posted March 11, 2010 Author Share Posted March 11, 2010 After driving the Boxster, I found the Zed's steering was too light, the brakes were mushy and weaker, the noise was not as thrilling, and the overall quality (e.g. door shutting noise and interior plastics) was not as good. Maybe I just liked having the engine roaring behind me.... reminded me of my MR2 MK2 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 So how much did you pay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rog518 Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 I've wanted a boxster for ages drove one and nearly bought it on the day! Did some research and service/parts costs etc priced me out. Drove a zed a week later and thought it was so much better and thats why i'm on this site. I see boxsters everyday and am glad that I am going to choose a car that you hardly see out and about! But do still like them so congrats and enjoy..if the sun ever returns! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matth76 Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 I was after initially a GT4 Yellow 350Z but never found one that was worth the money.... After looking for a while I decided to check out the Porsche Boxster S. After driving the Boxster S I went to drive a 2006 '56' 350Z with the better interior and more power. I know you all love the 350Z so I'm not going to flame it or anything, but all I can say is that I immediately put a deposit on the Boxster S. It is absolutely sublime and so well planted on the road that I have paid way more for it than the 350Z cost and got less equipment (no xenons or bose). But the way the car drives and sounds I think it was worth it. Anyone wanting to move away from a 350Z in the future should definitley go for a Boxster S. Nice car. I've personally also seriously considered the Cayman S for the future but have read a few issues of the ominous "RMS" issue (rear mount shield which can result in engine failure) which is normally associated with the 996/997 (yes even 997 models) "911" Porsches but after reading many many Porsche forums it appears that the RMS issue also affects the Cayman lumps and also Boxter. It's not such a bad thing as long as you keep an eye out for any oil leaks and also get a warranty - please ensure you get a full extended warranty (pricey but worth it which is what I would do if I get a Cayman) - absolute must according to all Porsche owners for peace of mind. The only Porsche model which appears to have been un-affected by the issue is the pricey GT3 which instead of using a semi-dry sump uses a fully dry sump. Aside from this issue it's one of the best handling and performing cars out there. Performance wise I don't personally think there is much in it (the earlier 350z did have more torque than the 2006 revup 350z) after having kept up with an "S" really going for it but the interior quality is second to none in the Porsche and handling and steering feedback very good. Good luck with your new purchase.. very jealous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainSensible Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 Considering a new Boxster S cost £10k more than a new Zed would I would hope its a much better car. But then for another £10k more you could get a GT-R which is arguably a better car than Boxster S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 Of course the boxster is the better car. It just depends on the price differential. I nearly bought a boxster before my first zed but decided the extra £10k was not justified added to the higher running costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 I looked at a boxster S too. I still like them but couldn't justify the extra insurance etc at the time. I don't regret buying the 350Z one bit though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 I remember the one lomoto borrowed for a while. Its was poor in comparison. Tim preferred the Zed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 Yeah but that was a old 2.7 not a 3.2 S and Tim's a cantakerous old man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 Yeah but that was a old 2.7 not a 3.2 S and Tim's a cantakerous old man thought it was an S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 A boxster is a girls car imo However i would have a cayman s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 How can a 3.2 Porsche be considered a girls car? because its a convertible?? I don't think I've ever even seen a woman driving a boxster.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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