thanks all for the insight. any trips would be just me and a cute thin swiss girl
I didn't say the 911 was claustrophobic, I was referring to the boxster since there's kinda just a wall behind ya the entire time.
I wasn't disappointed in the ride comfort in the boxster, I could probably handle that. it was just that feeling of a small space for long periods. top down the entire time on highways is not an option most likely due to speeds involved, esp on the autobahn (my hairline is already half gone. or is it half full?). otherwise, i'll pretty much have the top 99% of the time in town. ability to put top down is absolutely a must. Life's too short for a hardtop for me. I never have and never will be timed on a track.
I'm also looking at latest models (987 and 997). I drove both back to back last Nov. there is definitely a difference! the boxster steering felt totally numb by comparison--yes the 911 has that much road feel (or at least, the new ones). but def not a deal breaker. The comments about 4S are well-noted. it can get slippery here in winter, esp at higher alititudes. awd would certainly provide some peace of mind.... as long as it didn't make me too complacent.
I was confused about comments regarding room with seats folded down. doesn't it work the same in the cab vs coupe?
good idea to post in 911 forum. I just figured there'd be lots of folks here who'd done several XXXX mile trips in a box and wanted to see if it got annoying because of interior room.
thanks again
crcguy