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V800MJH said:
Car looks rather good in that colour combo 
When my R was in for MoT and warranty extension work the other week I had a new 718 Cayman PDK as a loan car. The noise of the flat 6 with sports exhaust on my car when I picked it up was like sweet sweet music to my ears after the ghastly drones and barks and farts of the 718. It blows my mind that people defend and seem to like the new sound. Unpleasant is the only word I have for it.
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The 718 S is a lovely thing to drive. But it could be half the price of my R and I'd take the R. The noise really does kill it for me. So if they do a 718 R I won't be joining the queue. And I wasn't closed minded on the 4 pots, I actually hoped to like the new car. Alas I can't like it.
IF (a big if I know) one came about I would have an open mind about it. Partly because it might be a Porsche I might be able to order new. I've no chance of a new GTx Porsche because of the current selection process. And to be frank the selection process has tarnished the brand for me in recent times. But even if a 718R was launched and if I was able to order one, there would be the problem that I wouldn't be able to try it before I order. Because whatever we think about the new 4 pot it appears that any new special edition Porsche sells out before deliveries start.
boxsey said:
IF (a big if I know) one came about I would have an open mind about it. Partly because it might be a Porsche I might be able to order new. I've no chance of a new GTx Porsche because of the current selection process. And to be frank the selection process has tarnished the brand for me in recent times. But even if a 718R was launched and if I was able to order one, there would be the problem that I wouldn't be able to try it before I order. Because whatever we think about the new 4 pot it appears that any new special edition Porsche sells out before deliveries start.
I suspect that if you could order one, before delivery there'd be one available at the PEC in Silverstone - I then suspect you'd say (if noise is a thing for you) "Er, no. I'll cancel my order and I'm looking for a 987R!" 
Jim1556 said:
I suspect that if you could order one, before delivery there'd be one available at the PEC in Silverstone - I then suspect you'd say (if noise is a thing for you) "Er, no. I'll cancel my order and I'm looking for a 987R!"
I think having two 987Rs would be a bit greedy of me. 
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boxsey said:
IF (a big if I know) one came about I would have an open mind about it. Partly because it might be a Porsche I might be able to order new. I've no chance of a new GTx Porsche because of the current selection process. And to be frank the selection process has tarnished the brand for me in recent times. But even if a 718R was launched and if I was able to order one, there would be the problem that I wouldn't be able to try it before I order. Because whatever we think about the new 4 pot it appears that any new special edition Porsche sells out before deliveries start.
I suspect that if you could order one, before delivery there'd be one available at the PEC in Silverstone - I then suspect you'd say (if noise is a thing for you) "Er, no. I'll cancel my order and I'm looking for a 987R!" On the other hand the GT4 is epic...
but I might be a little biased
BubblesNW said:
If you are serious Steve, I would take a quick trip to OPC Wolverhampton after arranging a test drive on the pretence of buying their Graphite Blue 718 Boxster S with Sports Exhaust. It should give an idea of the sound, how it feels, how it makes you feel etc.
On the other hand the GT4 is epic...
but I might be a little biased
No, not serious, just interested in current CR owners thoughts IF a 718 version came along....as seen above not much love for the idea at the moment! On the other hand the GT4 is epic...
but I might be a little biased
I’ve just had a PDK 718 S Boxster as a loaner.
Firstly I must say it’s a ridiculously quick car.
So much grunt from 2.5k rpm. It made me smile.
But it sounds sooo bad... probably even worse with the PSE engaged.
It’s sad really, as it’s a great sport car except the noise.
But no way would I part with cash for one, not even at half price SH.
I’d take a 981 every day.
I’m not a big fan of the 991.2 turbo engine either. I hate the whistling noise it produces, but obviously far more pleasant than the 4.
Firstly I must say it’s a ridiculously quick car.
So much grunt from 2.5k rpm. It made me smile.
But it sounds sooo bad... probably even worse with the PSE engaged.
It’s sad really, as it’s a great sport car except the noise.
But no way would I part with cash for one, not even at half price SH.
I’d take a 981 every day.
I’m not a big fan of the 991.2 turbo engine either. I hate the whistling noise it produces, but obviously far more pleasant than the 4.
Edited by Boxster7 on Saturday 11th November 11:09
Edited by Boxster7 on Saturday 11th November 12:50
Edited by Boxster7 on Saturday 11th November 12:51
A nice one has just appeared on Autotrader - I'd be tempted if it had leather and was Aqua Blue...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
No affiliation. Unknown dealer quantity, but if all checks out, looks good!
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
No affiliation. Unknown dealer quantity, but if all checks out, looks good!
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