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EPIQTodd · 08-18-2006, 07:00 AM

The suspension (PASM in particular) is the most significant improvement, in my mind. The overall ride quality is more refined as well, but then again some would prefer the more raw feel of the 986. It's slight, but noticeable.

They do both feel like Boxsters - you aren't getting out of one and into another and feeling like they are totally different cars - both have the same 'on rails' feeling, both have tremendous handling because of the mid-engine layout, and the steering is what always sets Porsche apart, and both have the same great steering feel.

08-18-2006, 07:00 AM	#2
EPIQTodd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: CA Posts: 259	The suspension (PASM in particular) is the most significant improvement, in my mind. The overall ride quality is more refined as well, but then again some would prefer the more raw feel of the 986. It's slight, but noticeable. They do both feel like Boxsters - you aren't getting out of one and into another and feeling like they are totally different cars - both have the same 'on rails' feeling, both have tremendous handling because of the mid-engine layout, and the steering is what always sets Porsche apart, and both have the same great steering feel. __________________ Todd 2005 Boxster S - Atlas Grey/Black, PASM, Sport Chrono, Bose 2006 Infiniti M35 Sport 2007 Cadillac Escalade (tow vehicle with bling) '00 Boxster - 2.7l w/FVD ECU tuning, Moton double adjustable suspension, custom stainless headers, lightweight flywheel, dual Magnaflow mufflers, 18" CCR wheels, 911 front brakes in front, Boxster front brakes in rear, full welded cage. http://www.epiqautosport.com/images/epiqtoddavatar2.jpg