Jeph's Boxster for Sale?

[Jeph]

I just got back from my test drive. I drove a 335i Coupe. It was fun and fast! Terrific power (though I was shooting for a 328i Coupe but none were available on the lot)! Surprisingly, it wasn't tight enough for me... it even had the sport package. I was expecting less body roll. That's disappointing because that car was #1 on my list and I don't have a back up plan.

I think this Boxster may have spoiled me. Here's what I learned about myself.

1. Given the choice between power and finesse, I choose finesse.
2. I used to consider myself a Bimmer man first. Could I be a true Porsche man with a mere interest in Bimmers?
3. To get what I want out of a BMW, I need to get an M. -Ergo, I can't afford a BMW? (When do you suppose the M1 will come out?)

I looked briefly at Z4 Coupes but they're more than I am willing/capable of spending. I like those.

Maybe I should just wait it out until used Caymans (Plural, Caymen?) become more available/affordable.

Thanks for the compliments on the car guys. I do love the way my Boxster (non-S) looks. I wouldn't mind getting a newer 986S, but it won't look as unique... Furthermore, along with the 987, it won't solve my alleged "practicality" problem.

[unklekraker]

now your talking, jeph

[blinkwatt]

Jeph all that work and you still have unpainted bumperettes????????

[Jeph]

Originally Posted by blinkwatt

Jeph all that work and you still have unpainted bumperettes????????

Ahh, stop yelling at me! I'm sorry.

The black never bothered me really. Now if ever I were to be rear ended, I'd go sans bumperettes. But I'm ok with the black. With so much goodness to look at in the front, I don't focus on the rear that much.

[tracke30m3]

I'm looking for a silver 00' 986 with around 30 to 40K miles, I'd buy your car if only it was here in CA.

$21K including transport to CA?

[Grizzly]

I'm glad to hear you are sticking with the Box for now. Honestly, 3 series BMWs are a dime a dozen (at least here they are).

...and your car is special. No, not special like the kids on the short bus...special like one of a kind, understated and perfect.

[JCL12]

Originally Posted by Grizzly

I'm glad to hear you are sticking with the Box for now. Honestly, 3 series BMWs are a dime a dozen (at least here they are).

...and your car is special. No, not special like the kids on the short bus...special like one of a kind, understated and perfect.

I totally agree with the dime-a-dozen comment. Where I currently live (very poor rural area), you'll still see several BMW 3-series in the parking lot at the local grocer. Drive around, you'll see plenty of 3-series and A4s - but no porsches! They sure stand out.

If $$ is a concern, what about a used M3 or M roadster? I was considering buying a used M3 before I joined the boxster club.

[jmabasa]

Originally Posted by Jeph

Ahh, stop yelling at me! I'm sorry.

The black never bothered me really. Now if ever I were to be rear ended, I'd go sans bumperettes. But I'm ok with the black. With so much goodness to look at in the front, I don't focus on the rear that much.

I'm with Blinkwatt on this one. If you paint your bumperettes, your ride would look even better.

[NickCats]

Jeph,

Your car rocks ! Glad to hear you are keeping it

I marked the calendar for October. Look forward to seeing you again...

Nick

[Jeph]

I look forward to Chicago as always. Yet again, I wish my car were coming too, yet alas, it will be sleeping snuggly in the garage.

Earlier this year we did pizza, maybe this time around we could do Hot Dogs or something? Plus with it being Fall and all, more of you will actually bring your cars!