When is driving a Boxster no fun at all?

[Chuck W.]

Originally Posted by Timco

When you have a significant back injury.

Ugh.... Hang in there. I've had a chronic back problem for 7 years as a result of work. It's an ass kicker. Too many procedures to list with no help at all.

Originally Posted by Muzzle of Bees

Too bad about your back, but I never let work impact my health. I used to be dedicated and learned early that work did not give a rats ass about me, despite my dedication.

You are so right. I worked same employer for 35 years before retiring. In the 1970's & 80s there were no HIPA laws. When you turned your paperwork in for a transfer you had to include a copy of your sick / injured history. Needless to say if you wanted to go anywhere you didn't take a sick day or get hurt on the job. In 35 years I took one sick day and when I hurt my back I didn't take any time off. Big mistake.

Originally Posted by jsceash

After riding a friends Cayman, I replaced the seats ++++ Recaro Pole Position Leather. Best money I ever spent.

Very interesting. Were they plug and play?

I ordered the Boxster with the Comfort Package which includes seats with electrical height, length and backrest adjustment, left and right; driver's side memory function and adjustable lumbar support (a $2,090 option), Heated Seats Package (a $400 option) and Porsche Crest in Headrest (a $210 option). I could lose the head crest but the Comfort Package and heated seats are a must. I wonder if I could find Cayman seats with the Comfort Package features?

[jsceash]

Originally Posted by Chuck W.

Very interesting. Were they plug and play?

I ordered the Boxster with the Comfort Package which includes seats with electrical height, length and backrest adjustment, left and right; driver's side memory function and adjustable lumbar support (a $2,090 option), Heated Seats Package (a $400 option) and Porsche Crest in Headrest (a $210 option). I could lose the head crest but the Comfort Package and heated seats are a must. I wonder if I could find Cayman seats with the Comfort Package features?

Not actually and it took almost a whole day. Lost Heat, and adjustment up, down, and tilt. I reused the sliders but had to move the release lever. I was able to lower and recline the FIXED seat to a good angle for me.

This increased my head clearance, (broomstick rule) knee clearance, while sitting closer to the steering wheel and improving my arm control angle (Eblow to hands are more vertical) giving more control on wheel in tighter turning. Allows 5-6 point harness for tracking.

I have driven Harrisburg PA to Greensboro NC and back home in the same day and was comfortable the entire trip.

[jsceash]

I never wear my wallet in my back pocket any longer.
I changed the style or size of pants and jeans since surgery .
I have used a air pad like "rick300" at time in other cars My Wife's Honda is awful over 2 hours. and my Colorado past an hour. Both with fully adjustable heated bucket seats.

[mountainman]

After 71 years of abusing my back, a couple of injuries in Vietnam, 30 years of riding in a police car and lots of construction, my back is pretty much totaled out, but the 04 boxster S special edition with the sports seats is the most comfortable ride I have had. We routinely do 8 and 9 hours in it. The other 2 Porsches, not bad, but not as good. I still appreciate my inversion machine and an occasional visit to the chiropractor of course.

[coreseller]

I too have been thinking about aftermarket seats, the Pole Positions were at the top of the list, until a couple of weeks ago. They are starting to find some are cracking near the front mounting location, you could imagine the consequences of an accident if the seat sheared.

https://www.recaro-automotive.com/us/press/news/news-view/article/voluntary-field-measure-for-recaro-pole-position-spg-fia-and-recaro-furious-spg-fia.html

I also wear cargo pants to keep wallet / cell phone up front in the thigh pockets, it helps a lot. If you've experienced severe back pain it's a horrible way to go through the day, it's also why I purchased a SUV for a daily driver, big difference getting in and out.

[Porsche9]

It's always fun.

Fortunately my back has been behaving for a couple years (accident at 17 did a number). I dread the day that my back or some other ailment would prevent me from driving my ride of choice.