Trunk Lid Emblem

[Edder B]

I just bought a 2001 Boxster Base and have "Porsche" on the rear trunk lid. I've only seen "Boxster" or "Boxster S" on other cars. So my question is, was this a stock emblem or something the PO may have changed?

[Luv2Box]

Originally Posted by Edder B

I just bought a 2001 Boxster Base and have "Porsche" on the rear trunk lid. I've only seen "Boxster" or "Boxster S" on other cars. So my question is, was this a stock emblem or something the PO may have changed?

To my knowledge "PORSCHE" was not on the trunk of the early Boxsters, so unless this is an unusual situation it was added by the PO.

[JayG]

not factory. installed by PO
it does add at least 10 hp

[Dlirium]

Originally Posted by JayG

not factory. installed by PO
it does add at least 10 hp

Only 10hp on the "S". Less on the non-S model

[tomonomics]

Originally Posted by Dlirium

Only 10hp on the "S". Less on the non-S model

I've heard that if the PORSCHE letters were properly applied to match the radius of the rear spoiler that you can get up to 12 extra HP on the S.

[Dlirium]

Originally Posted by tomonomics

I've heard that if the PORSCHE letters were properly applied to match the radius of the rear spoiler that you can get up to 12 extra HP on the S.

Honestly, it's this kind of talk that starts these senseless rumors. There is absolutely NO basis to the position or separation of the letters further increasing the hp in the S or the base model.

[particlewave]

Originally Posted by Dlirium

Honestly, it's this kind of talk that starts these senseless rumors. There is absolutely NO basis to the position or separation of the letters further increasing the hp in the S or the base model.

You couldn't be more incorrect if you tried

[Timco]

Originally Posted by Dlirium

Honestly, it's this kind of talk that starts these senseless rumors. There is absolutely NO basis to the position or separation of the letters further increasing the hp in the S or the base model.

Get outta here!!! Really??? You sure about that??

Actually you're right. It's those air vanes that give you performance and grip, not HP. Durrrrrr....

[Duezzer]

I've heard that if the PORSCHE letters were properly applied to match the radius of the rear spoiler that you can get up to 12 extra HP on the S.



What about the base?

[stelan]

lol, funny thread, anyway where is the best place to get them, I have seen them in chrome but on newer models they seem to be flat black (and to continue with the fun) will the chrome provide more or less hp than the flat black?

[mikesz]

YES the lettering act as NACA duct.

[Tcar]

It can also mean that the car had bodywork done (wreck?) and the shop mistakenly put the wrong logo on the lid.

Seen it several times.

Might check that.

[aczyzewski]

On mine, the top part of the letter B has been torn off (PO). It only becomes a problem over 120 mph, when the car starts to pull to the right. I do detect a HP boost, but only when I consciously think about it. Comes in handy sometimes.

[Cuda911]

There are as many opinions and theories on emblem mods as on tires and oil.

My car has this mod from the previous owner. I have found that it really helps with the laminar air flow, and keeps the car planted on the track.

[M31]

Best thread I've read in a long time...helps me with the withdrawal so thanks everyone!
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