OT: What do you think of the new 370Z vs your boxster or a cayman?

[Samson]

Originally Posted by eightsandaces

Porsche never really was a car company known for luxurious interiors, now they have capitulated as other car companies have set the bar for interior comfort.

100% agree. My point was more related to the quality of the interior, which has nothing to do with the level of amenities.

Immortal - I do think we're on different wavelengths when it comes to the definition of "cheap". The 350z interior looks sparse, but from what I've seen, it is decently well made. The Boxster interior may look nicer in the showroom, but it isn't exactly what I'd call high quality or something that was built to last. Both were obviously built to a price, but to different ends.

[23109VC]

i enjoyed reading all the feeback. My point wasn't really to start a direct comparison to the Boxster or Cayman - although I do think you *could* compare the Cayman to the new Z - as the magazines have already been doing.

I just wondered what the typical 986 owner thought of the new Z. I enjoy reading hte car magazines - I take most of what they say with a grain of salt, as I know they are not unbiased. It's still fun to read.

I haven't driven one - not sure I ever will. I did drive the 350Z, and honesty did NOT care for it. the new 370Z looks like they improved the car. I honestly like how it looks, but not enough to want to go out and drive one.

My boxster is a third car / toy. for THAT purpose, I want a drop top. In southern CA it's hard to beat a convertible on a warm sunny day. For the entrance price of a used 986 - the fun factor is one heck of a great deal. (as long as you get a good one and don't get killed on repairs.)

any of you drive a GT-R?? that sounds like quite a car!