Test drove a 996...

[Dr. Kill]

Yeah, I would pull the trigger on that one - the car looks sweet in the pics.

While I respect the other responses regarding the swap as poor logic, I maintain that this hobby of ours is all about emotion.

If you are like me, having drooled over 911s since your earliest memories and discovered the Boxster as a stepping stone on the way to that ultimate goal, this might be a good move for you.

Maybe I don't drive as aggressively on the streets as some others, but the "step down" in handling would probably not be noticed at all by me as I really don't explore the outer limits of vehicles of this caliber. The lifelong love of the 911 though would be gratified by the swap.

Good luck - either way you win. They are both amazing cars.

[WillieB]

I myself considered trading my Boxster in for a 911. My reason was I wanted more power. I love my Boxster, but was starting to get bored of the power of my 2.5L. I agree, to each is his/her own, but for me the 3.4L swap was the best thing I did as now I love the car even more. 911 is a great car, an icon, but for me I love the Boxster's mid engine layout, 2 seat, top down etc. I got to take a 996 C4 for a ride before I bought my Boxster and loved the power of the C4 and just the way a Porsche drives and sounds. Now I have the best of both worlds. In the end, the swap was less expensive with lower kms & of course a naturally aspirated engine and reliability. A 911 that would have costs the same on average had higher kms. Plus, the Boxster with its layout and lighter weight, make the Boxster with a 3.4L a blast to drive. A great balance, that is the word for it!!! Yes, some will say it is not a 911 still, but for me, I don't care, I love my Boxster and everytime I look at her I smile. I have made it my own and there isn't one that looks like it that I have seen. In the end, you gots to love what u got to be satisfied.

3.4 L Engine
Re-Mapped ECU
Evo Intake
Dansk Headers
Schnell Sport Cats
GHL Exhaust
B&M Short Shifter
H&R Lowering Springs
Techart 18" Rims
Techart Rear Wing