2000 996 to 987 Box-S ???

[thornettj]

Hi

I am considering moving my fantastic year 2000 3.4 996C2 on, and thinking about maybe a 987 Boxster S, probably 2+ years old.

I am wondering whether the 987S will feel as quick (quicker / slower?) than the 996? Probably handling will be even better, but dont want to lose much performance.

Anyone done this??

Edited by thornettj on Monday 1st October 10:31

[edinandrew]

If you can stretch to late thirty "K" on the price then you could pick up a 3.4 987S. I doubt you would notice that much difference in either performance or handling seeing as both kick out approx 300bhp and the engine is in the "correct" place in the Boxster. With a 3.2 the handling will be better but you will probably notice a lack of grunt especially through the gears/mid-range. The 3.4 Boxster is definitely the only Porsche you'll need day to day and by far and away the best value for money Porsche you can buy.

[Doshy]

edinandrew said:

If you can stretch to late thirty "K" on the price then you could pick up a 3.4 987S. I doubt you would notice that much difference in either performance or handling seeing as both kick out approx 300bhp and the engine is in the "correct" place in the Boxster. With a 3.2 the handling will be better but you will probably notice a lack of grunt especially through the gears/mid-range. The 3.4 Boxster is definitely the only Porsche you'll need day to day and by far and away the best value for money Porsche you can buy.

Disagree (only a bit) but I think the 987 is a very easy car to drive quick. I've had mine a year but after 3 months or so there was not much left to 'learn' about the car. I did a track day in one and was so impressed I bought one. Now I'm thinking I want (need) a learning experience. I'm now looking at a 997 2S for that reason. Hire one. Don't get me wrong, awesome everyday car and very rapid and loads of fun but just a few too many computers running the show for ya. I'd go for a Gallardo but I've looked under the matress and there's no more cash.

Phil.

[flattotheboards]

go for an extended test drive in one and see what you think.