tiptronic??? - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

ekam · 01-21-2009, 09:33 AM

Only 15% of all Boxsters sold is tiptronic. Nuff said.

Lil bastard · 01-21-2009, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ekam

Only 15% of all Boxsters sold is tiptronic. Nuff said.

Not true. Boxster production has been mostly 50/50 Tip/manual since inception.

Allen K. Littlefield · 01-21-2009, 01:28 PM

We love our TIP. I have a nerve problem with my left leg and I would rather drive Porsche with a TIP than not drive one at all. That said, I would not switch to manual ever again and if I get another and it has the new PDK, all the better. Hit a traffic jam and you will love the tip. Comments on auto X and not having to worry about over revs on a track course are relevant. I believe Leonard Turner in PANO once said that you get it right 90% of the time with the TIP. How many get it right that many times with the Manual? Thing is if you enjoy shifting and that adds to the fun that is what you should get. If you enjoy the car and not having to shift then that is what you should get. Try the TIP out before you make your decision. 0-60 is not everything in these cars and once you are up to speed the TIP will not let you down.

AKL

Sloan · 01-21-2009, 02:31 PM

I was apprehensive about purchasing with the Tiptronic, but find that I love it. Of course I would prefer the new PDK for its faster response time, but given the option of the manual or Tiptronic, I would certainly select the Tiptronic again.

I will say that I almost always operate the Tiptronic in 'manual' mode - the only exception being very heavy traffic, where again I am thrilled to have the option.

(My prior cars were manual & I enjoyed shifting, but I don't miss it, and would not go back)

blue2000s · 01-21-2009, 03:32 PM

Everyone has different preferences, as has been said before, you have to evaluate what you're going to be doing with the car, what you like about driving the car, try it both ways, and decide what you like.

Personally, I yearn for a shifter and clutch whenever I get into an automatic car. I like the involvement and control that's provided by the manual. I like being able to control gear selection because it's such a large part of the car's dynamic behavior. I like the sensation of a well executed heal-and-toe downshift. Rowing gears is as much fun for me as turning the wheel. It's also another means of controlling the car's speed and control in slippery conditions, giving me an extra dimension of control. It all adds to the man/machine interaction for me, and that's why I'm driving a sports car in the first place. I'm personally not a fan of the clutchless manual transmissions either, I've driven the F1 on the Maserati Coupe and it's just a little less intimate than a traditional manual.

In the end, you have to decide what you like and what you can live with.

ekam · 01-21-2009, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Lil bastard

Not true. Boxster production has been mostly 50/50 Tip/manual since inception.

Okay, I guess the other 50% buyers consists of women.

(and those with unfortunate left leg injuries.)

Jaxonalden · 01-21-2009, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by ekam

Okay, I guess the other 50% buyers consists of women.

(and those with unfortunate left leg injuries.)

That's a pretty sarcastic comment.

unklekraker · 01-21-2009, 05:32 PM

WOW! Ekam..you must feeling really ballsy and manly since you have a "stick" and get a chance to handle and play with it everyday

ekam · 01-21-2009, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Jaxonalden

That's a pretty sarcastic comment.

Just kidding! Lovebunny please don't trash my love letters.

roadracer311 · 01-21-2009, 10:12 PM

One possible downside might be that the tip could be harder to sell when it's time for it to go.

When I was looking for my car (spent about 9 months looking), it seemed like only about 25% or less were tiptronics.

E Kaplan · 01-22-2009, 01:40 AM

If you enjoy driving a manual, wait to find the right car for you. To most of us, driving a manual sports car is just more fun. Yes, in traffic it is a bit of a PIA, but it's just more fun. In the future, when I purchase a newer model, even if the new automatic is faster, I will only buy a manual.

Jaxonalden · 01-22-2009, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by roadracer311

One possible downside might be that the tip could be harder to sell when it's time for it to go.

When I was looking for my car (spent about 9 months looking), it seemed like only about 25% or less were tiptronics.

WTF? Did you read your own post? Maybe Tip's are easier to sell, THAT'S why only 25% were available, or maybe their owners keep them and manual people sell theirs more often.

pbanders · 01-22-2009, 10:45 AM

My car has Tip. I had a choice of cars when I bought and this one had the best combination of features and price. Like anything, it's got its positives and minuses.

On the positive side, it's a zillion times easier to drive in traffic, my wife likes driving it (she can drive manual fine, just doesn't enjoy it much), you can have a free hand while driving (both a plus and minus) to be disctracted by a drink or your phone ringing, and it can be fun to play with in manual mode, and figure out tricks you can do with it. It also is great for passing, as it will shift down as far as possible, it has no issue with dropping to 3rd at 70+ mph if that's what is needed.

Minus side for me is the lack of the directness you get with a manual, that "solid connection" feel from your foot through the engine, tranny, and drivetrain. Much less engine braking feel, and a lack of immediacy you get with manual. It's also more complex and costs more when the RMS goes to remove and replace.

Overall, I like it and I'm glad I got it. If I didn't have other cars with manual boxes, however, I'd probably be less satisfied.

cvhs18472 · 01-22-2009, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by ekam

Okay, I guess the other 50% buyers consists of women.

(and those with unfortunate left leg injuries.)

Or real men who are not afraid of wearing pink shirts.

Allen K. Littlefield · 01-22-2009, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ekam

Okay, I guess the other 50% buyers consists of women.

(and those with unfortunate left leg injuries.)

ekam, in order to redeem yourself from the crass, lowlife comment you just made about TIP drivers, you must post new pics of the tall blond in various poses on your (Manual shift) Boxster. She must be wearing black pumps and have her left leg in a cast and the briefest of slutty black dresses. Do this and I will cancel Grizzlys visit to your house but you must act NOW!

AKL :troll:

ppbon · 01-22-2009, 05:17 AM

Boxtaboy · 01-22-2009, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Lil bastard

Not true. Boxster production has been mostly 50/50 Tip/manual since inception.

I don't doubt those figures, but in an informal tri-state boxster club I'm in, out of about 30 Boxsters in our group, there is only one I can think of with a TIP, and one of the reasons the owner is trying to sell it is because he wants a manual. Oh, and the owner is a guy, not a girl.

At the end of the day, if the TIP fits your needs, I think it's fine to get it, because you should get what you want, but if the OP is already saying that he thinks the TIP is a drawback in his mind, I think he should pass on it and get a manual.