Should I buy a 1999 Boxter?

[986Chick]

I recently bought a '99 and I couldn't be happier. Most fun car I've ever owned, and I, too, have had Corvettes before ('68, '84, '92, '09). Where the 'vettes are all raw flaming power ("America, f*ck yeah!"), the Boxster is sophisticated and sensual. Compared to the 'vette, the Boxster leaps around corners lightly and effortlessly.

My 21-year old Boxster with 50K miles is still in rock solid shape. Tight. No squeaks or rattles. Feels like an extension of my body. And it has been very reliable so far.

As far as handling, it's superior to any 'vette I've owned. However, I'd prefer a little more under-steer. Steering is very neutral in corners. I like to feel a little more resistance. But that's just preference. It handles like a dream.

Also, I've been surprised how many comments my ol' '99 Boxster gets! People really love how it looks (and so do I).

I'd buy one again.

[Gilles]

Originally Posted by 986Chick

However, I'd prefer a little more under-steer. Steering is very neutral in corners. I like to feel a little more resistance. But that's just preference. It handles like a dream.

986Chick, you could bring your car to Torrance, Steve Alarcon's alignment shop that has many years of experience aligning cars (and race cars..) for the POC, and he could dial a little more understeer to make your car a bit less nervous.

Actually Steve rates are equal to any tire shop but they take a little longer as they perform the alignments the old fashion way (no lasers..), however is no fun driving to Torrance..
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