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Forum: Boxster General Discussions

11-06-2008, 10:13 AM

Replies: 28

Why don't we see the 928s

Views: 4,426

Posted By gball

My Father in Law has one that he rotates in and...

My Father in Law has one that he rotates in and out with his other cars as a daily driver. Fortunately, I get to drive it if I want, and it is an absolutely fantastic car. His is a five-speed and...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

09-18-2008, 11:07 AM

Replies: 23

OT: Parked my Box near this at lunch today

Views: 3,800

Posted By gball

I'm sure it's fun to drive, but the looks are...

I'm sure it's fun to drive, but the looks are complete fail.

Do not want.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

08-19-2008, 10:29 AM

Replies: 28

Too big for a Cayman?

Views: 4,924

Posted By gball

6'4", 220# No fit problems. I will admit...

6'4", 220#

No fit problems. I will admit that I prefer a tight cockpit as I think it aids in spirited driving, but I am honestly more comfortable in the Boxster than I was in my old Audi A4 or I...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

08-07-2008, 12:35 PM

Replies: 11

'00 Boxster Seats

Views: 1,820

Posted By gball

I'm 6'4" and currently running about 210 lbs. I...

I'm 6'4" and currently running about 210 lbs. I don't have any issues with the seats in my '03. While I wouldn't call them "luxurious" they are certainly well suited to the task of fast driving. ...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

07-03-2008, 08:35 AM

Replies: 29

Boxster "S" vs. 996 911 - help

Views: 8,644

Posted By gball

I think the question of what you want out of the...

I think the question of what you want out of the car is paramount. As others have said, if you want pure straight line speed get the 911, if you want better handling and balance get the Boxster.
...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-30-2008, 11:22 AM

Replies: 19

Thinking about a BMW M Coupe

Views: 1,586

Posted By gball

Beautiful car. My neighbor has one, and I do...

Beautiful car. My neighbor has one, and I do often admire it.
Only thing I gotta say is, personally I couldn't give up the organic handling of the Boxster. Or the song of the flat 6.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-30-2008, 08:36 AM

Replies: 15

Drove a 2008 Cayman S Last Week!

Views: 1,379

Posted By gball

I had the same experience as you; got to drive a...

I had the same experience as you; got to drive a Cayman when the Boxster was at the dealership. I liked it a LOT, but would also still buy the Boxster over it. I still prefer the overall roadster...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-09-2008, 10:05 AM

Replies: 14

Seat Issues, Ugly Rollbar

Views: 1,837

Posted By gball

The roll bar is subjective, I suppose. I...

The roll bar is subjective, I suppose. I actually like the looks of the individual rollbars, and prefer them without the windscreens in place.

I, like you, am 6'4" and the only problem I have...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

06-05-2008, 08:42 AM

Replies: 1

Dash Airbag Cover Removal?

Views: 3,488

Posted By gball

Dash Airbag Cover Removal?

Hi guys, does anyone know how to remove the airbag cover from the front of the passenger-side dash? My original one got scratched badly by the dog. I purchased a new one from Sunset Imports, but it...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-27-2008, 10:18 AM

Replies: 22

Bought a new Boxster S and key remote wont work?

Views: 4,175

Posted By gball

Mine is under warranty, I was just hoping to...

Mine is under warranty, I was just hoping to avoid the hassle of going to the dealership if I can restore operation myself. I don't know why, but it seems that every time I take a car, any car, to...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-27-2008, 08:54 AM

Replies: 22

Bought a new Boxster S and key remote wont work?

Views: 4,175

Posted By gball

Found this thread as I was searching this...

Found this thread as I was searching this morning. Question: if the key is 'locked out" will the red LED still flash?

My key went out on me yesterday morning. It worked fine when I left the...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-14-2008, 07:28 AM

Replies: 20

Move your spare tire to the rear trunk

Views: 4,896

Posted By gball

Yeah, I use the rear a lot more too - don't find...

Yeah, I use the rear a lot more too - don't find the heat to be a problem unless there are dairy products in there - and I don't think putting the extra weight in the rear is beneficial.

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

05-09-2008, 08:35 AM

Replies: 48

Why did you buy - your - Boxster?

Views: 6,879

Posted By gball

I became aware of Porsches in the '70's, simply...

I became aware of Porsches in the '70's, simply by observation. They were mesmerizing to me - exotic and foreign, organic, beautiful, and they made glorious noises unlike anything else. I fell in...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-29-2008, 08:25 AM

Replies: 151

What other cars have you owned ?

Views: 22,990

Posted By gball

1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix...

1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
1986 Mitsubishi Pickup
1990 Jeep Wrangler
1994 Ford Ranger
1996 Dodge Avenger
1998 Ford F-150
2003 Audi A4
2003 Porsche Boxster

Forum: DIY Project Guides

04-23-2008, 08:47 AM

Replies: 3

Dent in front fascia...can it be fixed?

Views: 2,210

Posted By gball

Dent in front fascia...can it be fixed?

Hi all. My wife was driving the car the other day and somehow managed to get a sizeable dent in the bottom edge of the front fascia/spoiler. It is rather deep and quite noticeable. I don't know...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-18-2008, 12:08 PM

Replies: 15

Painted Brakes...any other colours??

Views: 1,842

Posted By gball

I really like the understated looks of the stock...

I really like the understated looks of the stock black/gray calipers myself. Seems like every other car I see on the road these days has calipers that their owner has painted red, and while I know...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-16-2008, 11:21 AM

Replies: 26

why has the Boxster less power than a 996?

Views: 4,226

Posted By gball

I agree that it is largely marketing. Porsche...

I agree that it is largely marketing. Porsche will not allow anything to usurp the 911 in their lineup and if they put the 911 motor in the Boxster/Cayman it would most certainly give many potential...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-08-2008, 03:08 PM

Replies: 19

Headlight Envy?

Views: 3,079

Posted By gball

I personally prefer them stock. I would perhaps...

I personally prefer them stock. I would perhaps upgrade the lighting if I didn't live in an area where there is enough ambient light to drive around without headlights at all, but I like the front...

Forum: Boxster General Discussions

04-08-2008, 03:03 PM

Replies: 5

Problem with fueling Boxster

Views: 2,867

Posted By gball

Same thing

Khoov, I'm new here as well, and I have had this same problem. I had the dealer check everything out and all is well. They suggested that I try filling at a slower detent on the pump and that has...

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