Experiences with big people and Boxsters - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

TriGem2k · 07-31-2009, 10:08 AM

It sounds like we can put together a full defensive line here with these fellas.

I'm 6'1 180lbs with GT3 seats. +1 on getting in and out as being an art form.

mikefocke · 07-31-2009, 01:51 PM

you may have trouble finding a seat location that will protect your head from the roll bar in the event of a crash. When your head snaps back into that solid bar, you are gonna have more than a headache.

I'm 6' 199 but very long waisted and as tall sitting as my 6'4.5" son. The 230 won't trouble you with standard seats...I was there 6 months ago. But do try the seats and be conscious of the roll bar behind your head. I can't locate the seat as far back as I'd like.

The 987s have a bit more room (2005-2011 models).

mptoledo · 07-31-2009, 04:16 PM

Remember, Germans design and make these cars and they are of an average to larger size race of people. Unlike cars made/designed in the orient who wouldn't understand the concept of leg room for a six footer or larger male.

Bobiam · 08-01-2009, 04:29 PM

6' 3" and an '01 Bosster. I did a GT3 console delete kit and it's the best thing ever. Only lost a stg bin and one of those CD stg things. Looks great (kinda retro) and gives me wonderful side leg room.
I've sat in a few 987s and Caymans and could not drive one comfortably for more than 5 min. So, it's 986 for me, or have to go for a 911 Cab which I could never afford.

Bob

ekam · 08-01-2009, 07:09 PM

6'2" 165lbs and Carlsberg is my friend I swear!

Pirate50 · 08-01-2009, 09:31 PM

6'3", 218 lbs, 47 yrs old, ingress/egress is a little tight but don't care about that. Longer trips, like Portland to Seattle can be a pain in the hips, but overall a very comfortable ride around town all day. Wish the seat bottom was a little wider at the bolsters. 911's are a little more friendly for taller people, but they don't offer the same driving experience.