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					Originally Posted by KGV
					
				 My friend is onsidering buying a 1998 Boxster.  I went with him for a test drive and the engine whines very loudly.  I know this is a high-performance car, but the soung is almost defeaning. Is this usual or could there be something wrong with this partiuclar car? :dance:   And if so, what?  ThanksKGV
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I think you are describing the serpentine belt, pulleys & rollers that are less than a foot behind the seats & make alot of noise.  Acura NSX sounds louder & less manly as it's based off accord V-6.