keep my boxster '01 2.7 or move to a '99 3.2S?

[daliancer]

Hi all,

I own a 2001 model 2.7 and I do like the car. A couple of things bother me though which has led to me to look at 3.2's. First is the colour of existing motor, I liked it when I bought and now I don't (yes yes I know I should not be so het up on colour etc). Second is the power, it doesn't have the torque of my old 944 S2 and I like 3rd gear grunt.

So today, I viewed and drove a 3.2S. Perfect colour combo, right miles etc. A '99 model so although it has an amp, bigger wheels, extra speakers, CD slots, traction etc etc it doesn't have eleccy boot/bonnet releases and the windows don't automatically go up after the roof is raised, no trip comp (think I can live without those though!). I like the car alot and think I could afford to do a decent trade. The '99 S in a bit tattier round the edges than my 2.7 but overall its a decent motor, slightly lower miles too.

So should I plump for the extra grunt of the 3.2?

The 6 speed box took some getting used to at first, I initially selected 6th instead of reverse!

So which would you choose? Are there any good write up's to hand on the S compared to the 2.7?

Thanks

[Autostrada]

I would get the Cayman and drop a 3.8 liter engine in it.. that's what I would do

[andy tims]

If you want a Boxster & your going to make use of the extra power, handling & brakes then of course you should get an S

[Don]

I have had two Ss. They're great.

But I wouldn't immediately chop in your 2.7 for an older S.

Why not wait a while and then trade up with a larger budget?

[Dave D]

Yeah I'd agree with Don. Just taken delivery of a facelift 'S' and it is an astonishingly complete car. But have also driven a 2.7 and that wasn't a million miles off. Would stay put for now if the 2.7 is better condition, wiser decision in the long run.

[daliancer]

Mmmm thanks guys... I'm still smitten on the colour of the 3.2 (girly I know), still totally undecided but I would enjoy the extra grunt from a 3.2 I think...

[abarber]

Hmmm, would also be reluctant to go for an older S. What sort of prices are we talking?

[daliancer]

abarber said:

Hmmm, would also be reluctant to go for an older S. What sort of prices are we talking?

My current 2.7 motor is an '01 model registered 2000. 86k on clock, fairly good spec, leather, air, bodywork ok, interior spot on... Reckon I could sell it quickly for 14.5? Maybe more in the spring?

'99 3.2S is one of the first, average miles, bodywork great, no chips. FMDSH/all bills etc, my fave colour scheme, interior/alloys need minor tidying (newer pork doesn't seem to age as well as the older ones!). Looking to pay around 17....

>> Edited by daliancer on Monday 13th February 18:27

[johnny senna]

I have owned a 2001 Boxster S and I loved it.

However, I don't think that changing your car for an (older) S is worth it.

I would wait 2 years at which point the new shape 987 S will be 30 grand, even from an OPC, possibly less in a private sale. This car has 280 BHP and a much better interior. Looks better too. Has the glass rear screen. Get a loaded one with nav, big wheels, phone etc, you will be in clover.

[abarber]

Yep, or failing that a facelift 986S with 260bhp and the glass rear screen.

Up to you and how much you want the extra power at the end of the day.

Both lovely cars..