Experiences with big people and Boxsters

[Thumper]

We're about the exact same size. You quickly develop a way of getting in and out, but once in, I find that I am very comfy and ready for a drive. The older I get, the less flexible I seem to be, so some days are easier than others getting in and out of my Boxster. I have the front seat set all the way to the back and down. I even think it's comfortable on long trips. Try to find one with the heated seats. They are WONDERFUL in cold weather and great for bad backs. Buy one, you won't regret it.

[mptoledo]

6' 2 1/2".... 245 lbs. 39years old. Not fat (well not real fat), just kind of big upper body with long legs and arms. Make sure you have your seat lowered to the floor, and a few inches forward, so you can recline it. It seems your a litte close to the steering wheel, but you get use to it real fast. Also remember race car drivers are strapped in and pretty snug too.

I drove my 2001 box back from Sanfran Cali To dayton Ohio. It was about 2400 miles. I was suprised at how comfortable I was. Yes I was a little stiff between the 400 mile gas station stops. My only real complaint is I do wish the seat would recline back farther, but I guess they had to put the engine somewhere.

[sd_boxster]

I'm 6'2, 215, and I fit in my Boxster just fine. I'm a little tall for the "broomstick" rule, so I might have to get the roll bar extensions if I do anything beyond autocross.

Climbing in and out is an art form - I am learning to pull in closer to the steering wheel so I don't scuff the seat bolster when I slide in.

Go to the nearest Lotus dealer and get in and out of an Elise... and then try a Boxster on again.