12-27-2006, 01:09 PM
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Hi Blatallic,
I also had an SRT-4 that I sold to buy my Boxster. I would definately get the S. My SRT was highly moded, so as far as balls-to-the-wall speed (in a straigt line) the Box dosen't come close. The engineering and handling of the Boxster is far beyond what a turbo charged Neon will ever be. You will NOT be disapointed!!
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12-27-2006, 02:41 PM
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I'm a new member and first post. I just got a '02 Boxster S from David in Houston on 12/22. I drove it around 1500 miles to get it home. They did have about six and from what I remember about 3 were Boxster S.
By chance was the one red? There was a guy there to pick up a red one with a hard top and I was told there were some bearing issues with it???
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12-27-2006, 02:52 PM
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Ahh... the SRT-4... proof that you can't polish a turd, but apparently you can make it go real fast.
I'd wager the SRT-4 heavily modded would be considerably faster (in a straight line) than a Boxster S. But it's NOWHERE near the same quality automobile.
I'm about to go from a Hyundai Tiburon (which honestly is a pretty nice car for it's price) to a Boxster. The base Boxster probably has 50hp and maybe 20-30ft-lb on the stock Tiburon V6, but probably only about 20hp and little if any torque over mine with the few mods I have on it. I don't really care if the Boxster isn't quicker... I'll like the quality.
And it will go nicely with my 1969 911 Targa!
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12-28-2006, 01:55 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FrayAdjacent
Ahh... the SRT-4... proof that you can't polish a turd, but apparently you can make it go real fast.
I'd wager the SRT-4 heavily modded would be considerably faster (in a straight line) than a Boxster S. But it's NOWHERE near the same quality automobile.
I'm about to go from a Hyundai Tiburon (which honestly is a pretty nice car for it's price) to a Boxster. The base Boxster probably has 50hp and maybe 20-30ft-lb on the stock Tiburon V6, but probably only about 20hp and little if any torque over mine with the few mods I have on it. I don't really care if the Boxster isn't quicker... I'll like the quality.
And it will go nicely with my 1969 911 Targa!
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Thanks guys for keep ing thread full of info...Actually I've been reading this forum a whole lot and getting all the info that I can...
My SRT was putting down about 350ish to the wheels, yes it was heavily modded and I did enjoy the car....I know that the Boxster wont be no where as fast as my SRT but Im not going for all out straight away performance....Even though I had a complete suspension upgrade on my SRT, Im sure the Boxster is going to handle better and yes, quality is a WHOLE lot better then the SRT...expecially the interior....I dont plan on modding the Porsche, mainly I'll be in Law school and wont be able to afford it....But I do plan on adding some 19's, I've always wanted rims with a nice lip....Im aiming for and Boxster S but they seem a couple grand out of the price range so I have to shop around....OH by the way the insurance is cheaper then my SRT..... :dance:
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12-28-2006, 02:05 PM
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The Neons aren't bad at all in the handling department either. The EVO Autocross Schools Chief is a national champion who did most racing in a Neon.
I hope they continue to develop it and making something on par with the STI or Mitsu EVO, but allot less cheaper. The evo is creaking over $35K!
and there should be at least one American car in that class of performance. An SRT World Rally Car would be great, if Ford can do it with a Focus I see no reason why Dodge can't also do it.
you can always trade up to a S model, the prices are coming down each year.
I'd stick with 18" wheels like the Carrera Replicas for a mere $1000 and slap on some side skirting. Big transformation for less than 2 grand.
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12-28-2006, 02:13 PM
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Lap, I think the Neon/SRT-4 has been discontinued...
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12-28-2006, 02:30 PM
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Ahh... the SRT-4... proof that you can't polish a turd, but apparently you can make it go real fast.
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Wow, that's funny! I'm using it.
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12-29-2006, 06:55 AM
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The SRT-4 neon base has been discontinued....05 was the last year..Now they have the Caliber which replaced the Neon....
Going tommorrow to go and look at some Cars....we'll see what happens...
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12-29-2006, 01:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Blatallic
My SRT was putting down about 350ish to the wheels, yes it was heavily modded and I did enjoy the car
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Forgive my ignorance, I'm not exactly trying to keep up with the latest in Neon technology, but how, pray tell, can you do anything with 350hp in a front wheel drive car? Or is it real wheel? Reminds me of people who used to soup up Gremlins and Pacers. Polished turd indeed....
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12-29-2006, 06:09 PM
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1) How's the insurance? Call your agent. They can give you a quote (which is more helpful than knowing what people in other age groups/locations/marital status/driving record will tell you) Since you asked, I pay about $500/year, full coverage and low deductible. In NJ, I paid about $2k/year for a 20 year old "standard performance" 911. NJ Insurance sucks. Enough said
2) Don't expect the Porsche necessarily be as "FAST" as your SRT-4, especially if you've been hitting the boost bong. The best way to improve a Porsche's performance is by improving the drivers skill level. Learn to drive the car. If you want 350-400hp, you'd better off looking for a detroit V-8 or keeping your SRT-4
3) Most of the maintenance and usual wear items are not too expensive. What makes a Porsche expensive is avoiding proper maintenance and paying shops (dealer or independent) $100/hr.
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12-29-2006, 07:37 PM
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Traction was a huge issue with the car....I had a full suspension setup inlcuding traction bars and motor mounts in the car....First and second gear were gone from a launch.....With a boost controller I could lower the boost for the lower gears and go all balls to the wall 3rd gear and on...I didnt do this on a stock turbo by the way...Looked stock but only because it was ported/clipped and a bigger wheel installed in it.....I had every supporting mod as well but to be honest..I NEVER raced the car on the highway....very rare the time that I did.....car is completely stock now...and it drives so much smoother but its not as fast.....Im not looking to getting 300+ with a porsche....I want the porsche because Ive always loved them and why not get one...the racing scene is nice but always tuning to keep a/f's in check got to me especially with school....with the Boxster I want to go for looks...comfortable ride and have that porsche luxory....
Ive done pleny fo research on this car and I like everything...MUCH more PRICEY to mod then a SRT but Im not in it for that....Insurance is going to be cheaper on the porsche too....
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