how does boxster S compare to bmw m3 in the real world - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

fatmike · 02-10-2008, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by yjm3

Which leads to my next question -

Are there any options you guys could not live without in the boxster? Also, anyone have a hardtop?

Thanks,
Vince

In your original post, you said you were considering an '02 thru '05 "S". There is difference between '02 vs. '03/'04. And a very big difference between the '02-'04 and the '05. Porsche changed the model designation in '05 to the "987" model. Prior to that, the Boxster was a "986" model. You can search this forum for the differences.

I consider Stability Control and Litronics (Xenon Headlights) to be the two must-have options.

The '03 model brought a glass rear window and an engine tweak. The glass rear window is certainly a nice-to-have and something you'll get if you buy on the newer side of your range.

But, if you can afford a 987 it is generally considered a step-up.

Good luck in your search.