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As mid-engined cars go, the Boxster is about as friendly as they come. I wouldn't say it's as enjoyably driftable as something like a well set up BMW, but I certainly wouldn't call it at all edgy.

Also, I'm not sure about the more powerful 987 models, but the 986 cars generally have more grip than grunt, which given the tone of your post is probably a good thing. In short, as long as you don't do something pretty silly, your Boxster is very unlikely to bite you.