986 to 996 cabriolet
Discussion
The only negative reactions I get for my 996 cab are on this forum, in reality all I ever get from other motorists (apart from a couple of bean shakers) are compliments on it.
In fact in real life whilst I get compliments for the cab I hear nothing but unjustified negativity towards the boxster, even when I suggest it's considered a better drive and looker than the 996 cab but on this forum it's obviously the other way around.
It did used to annoy me what people said on forums but then I'd rather it this way around than the other as that would do completely my head in!
In fact in real life whilst I get compliments for the cab I hear nothing but unjustified negativity towards the boxster, even when I suggest it's considered a better drive and looker than the 996 cab but on this forum it's obviously the other way around.
It did used to annoy me what people said on forums but then I'd rather it this way around than the other as that would do completely my head in!
turboslippers said:
Don't ever put the hardtop on?
I've just bought this car (the missus wanted a convertible tiptronic so i appreciate it's hardly the 'classic' 911) and I think it looks ok...even with the GT3 kit. Yes, the lines aren't as neat as a tin-top obviously but it doesn't repulse me by any means!
Ben
It looks as ugly as sin. Sorry, but it's just hideous with the hardtop on. Soft top looks okay mind, but much prefer the Boxster for open top motoring. I've just bought this car (the missus wanted a convertible tiptronic so i appreciate it's hardly the 'classic' 911) and I think it looks ok...even with the GT3 kit. Yes, the lines aren't as neat as a tin-top obviously but it doesn't repulse me by any means!
Ben
Purely personal but the 996 feels more mature and I personally prefer the looks as less push me pull you plus the four wheel drive option appealed to me
Very much each to their own and I think it is said that the Boxster is 90% of the 911 for 60% of the cost but that extra 10% is worth it
Kind regards
Very much each to their own and I think it is said that the Boxster is 90% of the 911 for 60% of the cost but that extra 10% is worth it
Kind regards
anonymous said:
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I do actually care about driving dynamics however the car has been in the family since 98 and selling it isn't an option due to various factors. Furthermore I haven't driven a boxster or a coupe so I don't feel like I am missing out on something. If however one test drove a coupe and picked a cab instead then I would fully agree with that sentiment but it is a bit of a sweeping statement
Anyway the way I see it, a cab is definitely more fun than a coupe when I'm only driving at 1/10
anonymous said:
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No argument here as I mentioned it is a very personal choice certainlyOne aspect in retrospect that might be a purchasing choice is that with the common reliability issues oft mentioned a factor in ones purchasing choice may be the market values of the cars in question. A cheaper Boxster may be easier to walk way from should a major engine issue arise but in counter, the 911 may be worth the repair costs long term.
Dare I say it but the 911 has a certain kudos as well but I appreciate this is a perspective issue again and very subjective
anonymous said:
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No argument here as I mentioned it is a very personal choice certainlyOne aspect in retrospect that might be a purchasing choice is that with the common reliability issues oft mentioned a factor in ones purchasing choice may be the market values of the cars in question. A cheaper Boxster may be easier to walk way from should a major engine issue arise but in counter, the 911 may be worth the repair costs long term.
Dare I say it but the 911 has a certain kudos as well but I appreciate this is a perspective issue again and very subjective
anonymous said:
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No argument here as I mentioned it is a very personal choice certainlyOne aspect in retrospect that might be a purchasing choice is that with the common reliability issues oft mentioned a factor in ones purchasing choice may be the market values of the cars in question. A cheaper Boxster may be easier to walk way from should a major engine issue arise but in counter, the 911 may be worth the repair costs long term.
Dare I say it but the 911 has a certain kudos as well but I appreciate this is a perspective issue again and very subjective
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