New here, just a few questions.

Hi all, New here. Just some questions for you guys. Here is my situation: My father pitched the idea of him buying my 540 off me in maybe a year. After driving my co-workers 996 C2, I am in love with porsches now. My question is: BoxsterS or 996 C2. Before you answer, here are some pros and cons. BoxsterS: around 55k+CAD 252hp/229tq 0-60 5.3 sec 13.9@100MPH 1/4mile Pros- -Cheaper, 8k+ cheaper -Newer, 01-02+ -warrenty -would be about to finance through porsche canada via 60/40 finance instead of -straight finance -drop top! -more options -less kms Cons- -its a boxster....."for those people who can't afford the 911" Not that it matters much -not quite as quick as the C2 -more common, people will think I am having a mid-life crisis Carrera C2 around 65kCAD 300hp/258tq 0-60 4.9sec 13.5@105MPH 1/4mile Pros- -more power/torque -seats 4, kinda... -not everybody has one, not a mid life crisis car Cons- -costs more 8k+ -older 99 -warrenty will be scarce -most likely would have to straight finance -not a cab -less options -more kms The performance stats aren't very far off, either would be great. But I would prefer to get the C2, but the price difference kind of scares me. I'm just doing some research for now...nothing final.....yet. Opinions are always welcome. I am getting thoughts of boxsterS owners, I would like your guys thoughts too!

Before I bought my C2 I had a Boxster S. So here are some of my thoughts: Performance -wise. The C2 (1999/2000) "feels" and is a fair amount faster than the Boxster S, but both are definitely fun to drive. I think the Boxster has a slight handling edge over the C2 IMO, this might be due to the mid-engine placement, but I felt it hugged the road more than my C2. Of course, if you plan to modify your car, these points are moot, as suspension and performance upgrades can make a big difference. Interior - They are both about the same, in terms of my experience. Almost identical, except for the fact that the C2 has back seats. I was never a fan of the Boxster having room for only two. If you ever drive with MORE than one person, having a Boxster can be quite annoying IMO. With that said, the C2 can barely sit another person let alone two people back there. However, the C2 leaves you with the OPTION to do so, the Boxster simply doesn't. I also felt the Boxster was very claustrophobic with the top up. Having a drop top is great if you live in nice climate areas, but for most days (espeically in NY), you are driving with the top up and I didn't really like the "feel" to it. I assume you can get a hard-top and that might help, but I can't comment because I did not have one. Looks: I am baised towards the C2. The C2 has cleaner lines and a more "sports car look", but again, that is simply one man's opinon. Given the fact that the C2 costs 8k+ more, with less options, limited warranty, older year and more miles, it may be better off going with the Boxster S. All in all, you can't go wrong with either car. Do your research then go to the dealer and test drive the two cars back to back. You will know your decsion by the end. Good luck with your choice!

you are correct having these questions in your mind but have in mind as well that performance figures are not that close...... http://www.einszweidrei.de/porsche/boxsterst1999-1.htm http://www.einszweidrei.de/porsche/996cst1998-1.htm check please the difference 0-200 kmp/h....... for the boxster S PS 252 PS - 6250/Min UMin 305 Nm - 4500/Min Gewicht 1386 kg 0 - 80 km/h 4,6 s 0 - 100 km/h 6,2 s 0 - 120 km/h 8,6 s 0 - 130 km/h - s 0 - 140 km/h 11,1 s 0 - 160 km/h 14,3 s 0 - 180 km/h 18,6 s 0 - 200 km/h 23,8 s Vmax 260 km/h 100 - 0 km/h (kalt) 36,1 m 100 - 0 km/h (warm) 34,8 m Nordschleife 8.32 min Hockenheim, kleiner Kurs 1.18,3 min Querbeschleunigung 1,25 g Slalom 36 m 128 km/h ISO Ausweichtest 136 km/h Testverbrauch 13,2 L/SP forthe carrera.... PS - UMin 300 PS - 6800/Min Nm - UMin 350 Nm - 4600/Min Motorlage/Antrieb Heckmotor/Heck G�nge/Schaltung 6/manuell Supertest in sport auto 01/1998 Gewicht 1399 kg 0 - 80 km/h 3,5 s 0 - 100 km/h 4,9 s 0 - 120 km/h 6,8 s 0 - 130 km/h - s 0 - 140 km/h 8,8 s 0 - 160 km/h 11,0 s 0 - 180 km/h 14,2 s 0 - 200 km/h 17,9 s Vmax 280 km/h 100 - 0 km/h (kalt) 36,8 m 100 - 0 km/h (warm) 36,8 m Nordschleife 8.17 min Hockenheim, kleiner Kurs 1.15,9 min Querbeschleunigung 1,2 g Slalom 18 m - km/h Slalom 36 m 121,0 km/h ISO Ausweichtest 129,0 km/h Testverbrauch 12,5 L/SP the Carrera is for sure faster......especially at higher 100+mph speeds..... but speed isnot the most important factor... Boxster S and gennerally boxsters are easier to drive.... 996 and especially earlier 911s are more difficult. have a test drive....of both. you will find out which one you prefer...

I say listen to evo_333 : the man had both for goodness' sake.