[bamaboxster]

That is correct.

Historically when a new model is introduced, usually 6 months into production or their first shutdown for line maintenance, most of the available options slated for the model finally end up at the plant. VW, Audi and Porsche new model year begins in August. Most of VWs Wolfsburg Editions, Audis S cars and sometime certain models of Porsches are produced from January/February on.

The suppliers of the equipment are finally up to speed and have worked out any production kinks seen in the initial run of vehicles.

Sometimes there are interesting 1/2 year changes, mechanical part changes/improvements, electrical updates, interior trim, option packages, remaining colors work their way into production.

I would be patient and sit tight until next spring. This will give you the most color and option choices unless you special order one.

I usually buy convertibles in the dead of winter, getting the best deals. Selling one for what you want is easier when the weather warms up. That is another reason to wait. You could potentially get a little more for the previous year model convertible in the spring. Keep in mind, when the weather warms up, the dealers will start to hang on to some money when they sell their new convertibles.

If money is no object and you special order exactly what you want, go for it.

If you order your car in Jan or Feb, by the time it gets here, the weather will be better and you could get a little more for your Boxster trade in. If you could sell it outright, you would be in better shape in the spring.

Dave