Tall Boxster Drivers - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

chan_paul2003 · 08-29-2005, 11:14 PM

I'm 6"3' (191cm) tall. Height is mainly from having a long trunk / body rather than long legs.

I was just wondering how all the tall boxster (pre-2004) owners find their cars comfort wise.

KJM · 08-30-2005, 02:37 AM

I am 6' 4", 240 pounds and fit fine.

chan_paul2003 · 08-30-2005, 02:47 AM

Thanks for your input KJM.
Do u mind me asking. What year is your boxster?

KJM · 08-30-2005, 02:49 AM

2005. I have had it a month, with absolutely no problems

chan_paul2003 · 08-30-2005, 02:57 AM

That's great to hear!

I understand the 2005 model (987) has a fully adjustable steering column which makes it far more accessible for bigger / taller ppl. I love convertibles, but unfortunately my height restricts me somewhat: S2000 and pre-2004 SLKs are too small. Z4 fits like a gloove and I'd prefer a little more room in it!

I'm interested in buying a 2002 or 2003 model (986), however. I'd be interested if any tall drivers, could share their thoughts.

limoncello · 08-30-2005, 03:58 AM

I'm 6'4"/200 lbs., also tall in the torso - love the car. Not a lot of extra room, but it's a comfortable driving position, even when I'm in the car for a while. The one drawback is the yardstick test for track days. The local track is lenient (one of the few) and lets me drive DE with the stock bars. I'm considering a BK extension so I can get into more tracks. But on the road - no problems. Certainly bigger than the Miata I had before

Search the threads - I think some people have found aftermarket seats that are thinner and sit in the floor - giving an extra inch or so headroom. Racing seats may not provide touring comfort, though.

chan_paul2003 · 08-30-2005, 04:22 AM

Thanks for that.

I can't believe u can fit into a miata / mx5. When I sat in one of those, I had to literally tilt my head 45 degrees!