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Here's my problem - I really like my car but also miss having a cabriolet like the C4S I used to have. But after experiencing a TTS with PCCBs, I feel like I won't find any satisfaction with a lesser car.
I've been looking at Boxsters but even the S and the somewhat ridiculous delta between base and S has me on the fence.
Is a Turbo S cab the only option or are there Turbo S owners that find true satisfaction (not rationalizations) with some other car?
I've looked at S2000, Boxsters, E550's etc - a play toy in the $20-30k range. I know that for $60-80k I could find something that works but really I want something I can toss around and not worry about.
I have a 997.1 Turbo Cab, and back in the day I had an S2000...There is just something about being able to put the top down makes things more enjoyable. I've never autocrossed or tracked any cars so that probably makes a difference.
Although after having a Porsche there really is no substitute regardless of what you get, 911, Boxster, Cayman...CGT lol
I have a 987.2 Spyder - and although mine doesn't - some came with PCCB's....
One of the best driving cars I've ever driven. Period. Even better on a track. Seriously.
Fast and handles way better than I thought it would, and every time I get in it I am more and more impressed.
I have always been a boosted guy - and longed for a 911 again - bought a Spyder ONLY as a stop gap = but the Spyder is that good - I may have to move my 450HP RX3 instead....
Simon
Last edited by Full Boost; 05-18-2019 at 12:43 AM.
A used Turbo S Cab, to me, would be the ultimate (for you). Only you can really decide after driving all these cars. Once you drive each car for 30-45 minutes, you'll simply know what to do. None of us can say what you'll end up loving though. Some want the back seat room in the Mercedes convertible, others don't care and would prefer a newer Boxster. Some would only be happy with the panache factor of a used Turbos S Cab, others would prefer a BMW cab. To each his own and good luck!
Ditto. Just get a boxster s, in 987.2 or 981 trim. I’ve owned my 987.2 boxster s manual since new and love it. Would never sell it (except perhaps for a manual spyder). I added to the stable a 997.2 TT PDK two weeks ago (introductory thread forthcoming). It’s a beast, but so different driving experience-wise than the boxster. Now I feel I have the best experience in two different worlds. Like having two girlfriends— the tall busty blonde and the shorter hot pocket all legs and a$$ brunette. Or a lagavulin and a mccalllan. NA and turbo. Etc. You get the point. And btw, 987.2 boxsters are cheap! High 20s—mid 30s gets you a nice driver. And rock solid reliable.
Here's my problem - I really like my car but also miss having a cabriolet like the C4S I used to have. But after experiencing a TTS with PCCBs, I feel like I won't find any satisfaction with a lesser car.
I've been looking at Boxsters but even the S and the somewhat ridiculous delta between base and S has me on the fence.
Is a Turbo S cab the only option or are there Turbo S owners that find true satisfaction (not rationalizations) with some other car?
I've looked at S2000, Boxsters, E550's etc - a play toy in the $20-30k range. I know that for $60-80k I could find something that works but really I want something I can toss around and not worry about.
I ordered the new Boxster S in 2013, just the way I wanted it. I found myself wanting more power. Six months later I got the 997. The TTS did the trick. I just bought a 993TT and for political reasons I vowed to sell the TTS, but it will be a long and difficult decision for me. Power, Power, Power. lol
In my opinion, the 911 turbo or turbo s cabriolet is the best all-around Porsche. If you only have one Porsche, it’s the one. It can be a quiet, GT car when you want that. It can be an open top sports car when you want that. It’s the best of both worlds. I realize that there are other 911 variants that excel in specific areas, but the turbo cabriolet is a special vehicle because of the versatility.
In my opinion, the 911 turbo or turbo s cabriolet is the best all-around Porsche. If you only have one Porsche, it’s the one. It can be a quiet, GT car when you want that. It can be an open top sports car when you want that. It’s the best of both worlds. I realize that there are other 911 variants that excel in specific areas, but the turbo cabriolet is a special vehicle because of the versatility.
Agree 100% Dennis. Hope it stopped snowing enough in CO for you to get out. I'm trying to figure out how to get back to CO. Heat here in Houston is too much...
05-17-2019, 03:43 PM
Turbo S - Is there a substitute ?
