Ok, is it me or does the boxster need a real spoiler?

[941MXVET]

Originally Posted by edevlin

You might want to try a set of bilstein coilovers, I think I paid 2500.00 installed, you cannt see them, but you can feel them....

Ed

First things first, suspension will improve your lap times, drive quality.

[Ike]

Hey Mon,

This is a RUF aero nose. It is designed to cancel aerodynamic lift. It makes for a much more stable ride at speeds over 100 mph. When I bought it is was less than your budget.

I have the same tastes as edevlin, 941mxvet, and 23109vc, I don't need extra pretty. I want the maximum balance, control and precision that the boxster platform can provide. The M030 sways, Bilstein PSS9s, and 18-19" wheels are the stuff that enable the Boxster to perform better than sportscars 2-3 times the price! I kid you not.

Happy Trails,
Ike

P.S.: A 355++HP 3.6L X51 adds nothing to the looks except a stain in the ol' lady's bloomers. Start saving your coupons!

[mikes_box]

clear headlights would definitely upgrade/update the look of the car... oh look.... i have a pair for sale... check the classifieds...

[mptoledo]

Originally Posted by mikes_box

clear headlights would definitely upgrade/update the look of the car... oh look.... i have a pair for sale... check the classifieds...

LOL, I will check them out.

Unfortunately I pend most of my time under 100mph, but I do a lot of twisties. I haven't officially tracked it yet. Yes I definately want to look into some performance options. I was really interested in the 3.8 jake is working on, but might wait on that at least till I get board(if ever) with my 3.2. My goal is getting the exterior looking a little better. The suspension and other stuff is my second phase, as I have a little more budgeted for that.

Ike, your front bumber looks like mine when I got back from my cross country trip, 120mph fly swatter

You guys/gals don't like the aero look and wing in the first and second pictures?

[yimmy149]

Not a big fan of the aero kit or big wing. I do think the Cayman lip spoiler is cool looking, but haven't seen it in person yet.

-james

[yellowboxster01]

I personally think that the wing on the back of the Box breaks up the smooth lines of the rear. With the bumperettes painted and clear/red tail lights, it looks extremely clean and flows so well. Oh and a debadge...

[mptoledo]

[QUOTE=yellowboxster01]I personally think that the wing on the back of the Box breaks up the smooth lines of the rear. With the bumperettes painted and clear/red tail lights, it looks extremely clean and flows so well. Oh and a debadge...


I see in your profile thingy, you have the gahh glass window top. How do you like it? Where did you get it? I need a top as my window has a couple cracks on the plastic along the side.

[urban_legend]

I had my done in smoked strataglass (marine coated vinyl). It looks really nice, much better than the green tint. A great fit too - done by an old pro in Toledo. PM me if you want an address.

Only issues - once you have a new window, then you notice how old the canvass looks ;( Also, it is still vinyl, so it takes special care and it will scratch.

If the canvas looks new, replace the window - otherwise I would go with a new top. Labor is the same.

AND do not try this at home - leave it to a pro with the proper equipment.

[yellowboxster01]

Originally Posted by mptoledo

I see in your profile thingy, you have the gahh glass window top. How do you like it? Where did you get it? I need a top as my window has a couple cracks on the plastic along the side.

I took my car into a shop that does tops and they ordered it and installed.

The problem with the GAHH glass window top is that the rear window is smaller than stock. I have to bend down a bit to see clearly out the back window. That said, if I had it to do over again I would buy an 03' glass window top and retrofit it onto my 01.

There's a thread here that someone explains everything involved with doing the conversion.

Aside from the rear window issues, the top is very well made and I've not had a problem with anything. It's been on for about 9 months now and is holding up excellent.