Turbo S - Is there a substitute ?
#1
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Turbo S - Is there a substitute ?
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'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.
#2
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I dont have a turbo S (mine's a 997.1) but if I wanted a cab I would look at Boxsters.
I have a 981 Cayman S and I like this car the more I drive it.. My turbo has sat for almost 3 weeks without movement.
Something to be said for the NA flat 6 in the Cayman S, paired with the PDK and PSE. Have you driven a 981 Boxster S (or GTS) ?
I have a 981 Cayman S and I like this car the more I drive it.. My turbo has sat for almost 3 weeks without movement.
Something to be said for the NA flat 6 in the Cayman S, paired with the PDK and PSE. Have you driven a 981 Boxster S (or GTS) ?
#3
Burning Brakes
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
Although after having a Porsche there really is no substitute regardless of what you get, 911, Boxster, Cayman...CGT lol
#4
Why do I feel so left out!
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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
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.
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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!
#7
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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.
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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'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.
#10
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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.
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The GT500 has the performance but it's hard to get past the interior (and if you thought the 996 was bad... this is a 2013!!!)
Once I get high enough on the Boxsters, it seems to make more sense to go a few rounding errors up and get another Carrera cab.
At that point I am really stuck with 2 horses for very similar courses and right where I left off when I had 2 in the garage.
Once I get high enough on the Boxsters, it seems to make more sense to go a few rounding errors up and get another Carrera cab.
At that point I am really stuck with 2 horses for very similar courses and right where I left off when I had 2 in the garage.
#13
Yeah there is zero chance I could deal with that interior.
#14
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God that interior is awful. Like being transported back in time in a Corolla...
The car that would tempt me out of my Turbo is a Boxster Spyder. The only reason I haven't picked one up is the lack of PDK in the 981 :/
The car that would tempt me out of my Turbo is a Boxster Spyder. The only reason I haven't picked one up is the lack of PDK in the 981 :/
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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.