2007 Base 987 w/ 6-speed - worth it?

Originally Posted by Maxhouse97

Just thinking of getting a 07 987 w/ the 6-speed (which you can ONLY get w/ PASM). Does anyone have any performance numbers of the new 245hp Base Boxster w/ the 6-speed? I would think that it would be faster 0-60 and 1/4 mile than the 5-speed due to better gearing - and have better gas mileage as well, which is already impressive (base Cayman is listed at 23/32). I have read that it has a higher top speed (not important). Thing is any respectable sports car these days comes w/ 6 speeds and not 5. Also there is a pretty big jump in gear ratios from 3rd to 4th on the base 5 speed.

Does anyone have a base Boxster w/ the 6 speed that can vouch for the engine/trans combo? It is an $2680 option (again w/ PASM) so I just want to know if it is worth it.

Thanks,
Tony

Max, according to Porsche's web site a 987 accelerates from 0-60 in 5.8 seconds. A 987S does it in 5.2. Not exactly the answer to your question, but gives you come comparison.

[racer_d]

Even if there is a scant 0-60 difference between the 5 and 6 spds would you be able to discern it? Can you tell the diff between 5.6 and 5.7 seconds for example? Are you always driving in ideal "test" conditions?

Most companies that offer 6spds (manuals in this case) are offered not because of a performance advantage per see but for a marketing advantage, imho.

The 6 spd is a "porsche" unit (built by an outside company). The 5spd is based on an "audi" design (also built by an outside company). I would guess the 6spd is heavier (more pieces)

[eslai]

The difference it would make in your 0-60 or 0-100 mph times would be negligible. The 6-speed upgrade makes for a nearly worthless upgrade even in paper statistics.

You're not Mister Greatest Shifter in the World; the gearing won't help ya. Save your money.

Anyone thinking about getting a six-speed upgrade might as well just say to themselves "why don't I just spend a little more and buy the S model?"

I own the S and personally, I wouldn't have cared if it had just come with a five speed.

[aren040]

I got the 987 with the 5 speed. In all honesty I did not notice too much of a difference between the two. If you are asking if it will make a performance difference then I guess I would have to say yes. The issue is the point where it would be advantageous. A normal persons driving ability will be their biggest flaw. If you were a professional race car driver I think this may have some advantage but for everyday driving and the occasional fun run it will not make a big enough difference to warrant the price tag that is attached to it. On the other had if you are the type that has to/wants to impress others then having a 6 speed will be more advantageous to you.

I dont mean that in a derogatory way at all. My friends came to check out the car and one of the first things they said was "What? No six speed?". They are not into cars as much as me so to them a sports car has to have a six speed. That's just what the public thinks. The more gears the faster it is.

My advice, unless you want PASM get the 5 speed and be happy you saved 3 grand.

-aren

[Houston C4S]

aren040

That's the best advice I have heard so far.

On the target for sure, at least in my so humble opinion.

All the best...

- Mark

[Bavarian Motorist]

I have a 5 speed.


I would only prefer a 6 speed for closer gears and for that big 6th gear for cruising.




Even a honda civic Si comes w/ a 6 speed... but not my Boxster. Go me.




Whoever said there is a big jump from 3rd to 4th/5th is right. I never even downshift to 4th gear because it's so slow it is absolutely pointless.



I've never driven a 6 speed Boxster but I could only imagine...

[davezaristo]

Well, i have an 05 base with PASM/6spd. To me, the PASM is worth every buck if you don't plan on modding the suspension but the 6spd is a total waste of $.

If i was you, i would go with a 5spd w/o PASM and use the money toward a set of coilovers instead. The only reason i have that option is it was a leftover inventory and i got a great deal on the car.

[blue2000s]

I've got an S. The 6-speed is totally unnecessary. 5th gear is useless. Save your $.

Does anyone else think the 6-speed is not necessary?

Funny thing is (to me anyway) while riding with my dad in his Miata recently, he was skipping 5th gear all the time, just like I do in my Boxster.