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[Boxtaboy]

OP had nicely optioned and well kept 02S, but didn't mod it at all (no upgraded factory or aftermarket sideskirts or bumpers), had stock outdated wheels, dated amber side and tail lights, and plastic rear window. The 987, with glass rear window, updated interior, and 19"wheels would look more modern (although some people still dislike those lobster fork style factory wheels). Many people here as you can see updated the looks of their 986 Boxsters where they look better than the 987 IMO. Yes, the newer models always have incremental improvements (although I'm not sure I like the 718), but they aren't always enough to make people do the jump. I've had mine for 15 years, and don't look to jump to a newer used one every 3 years. I'd rather keep my current one that's treated me well and use it till it dies, and then get a different car (I'm most likely not going Boxster again), as I like a change every once in a while.

His for sale ad on his 02S: http://986forum.com/forums/boxsters-sale-wanted/64112-2002-boxster-s-sale-loaded-exc-condition.html

I personally don't think the 987 looks better than a 986...as mentioned above, beauty is in the eye...

[heliguy]

Originally Posted by Boxtaboy

OP had nicely optioned and well kept 02S, but didn't mod it at all (no upgraded factory or aftermarket sideskirts or bumpers), had stock outdated wheels, dated amber side and tail lights, and plastic rear window. The 987, with glass rear window, updated interior, and 19"wheels would look more modern (although some people still dislike those lobster fork style factory wheels). Many people here as you can see updated the looks of their 986 Boxsters where they look better than the 987 IMO. Yes, the newer models always have incremental improvements (although I'm not sure I like the 718), but they aren't always enough to make people do the jump. I've had mine for 15 years, and don't look to jump to a newer used one every 3 years. I'd rather keep my current one that's treated me well and use it till it dies, and then get a different car (I'm most likely not going Boxster again), as I like a change every once in a while.

His for sale ad on his 02S: http://986forum.com/forums/boxsters-sale-wanted/64112-2002-boxster-s-sale-loaded-exc-condition.html


I personally don't think the 987 looks better than a 986...as mentioned above, beauty is in the eye...

I do believe it is all in the mods. Bone stock early 986's do appear a bit "soft".

[Nine8Six]

Originally Posted by heliguy

I do believe it is all in the mods. Bone stock early 986's do appear a bit "soft".

A bone stock 986, those kept in good condition, somehow doesn't look like a chick car at all. Soft maybe, but certainly not definitive chicky. Not exactly sure how to put this into words. Have a look at forum member Chuck's 986 for instance, pictures speaks louder I guess.

Yea had a bike crash. Well, I've crashed more often than as far as I can remember but let's say this one was a bit different lolll Landed right on my shoulder at over 100mph (highside). Thankfully I do not remember anything other than seeing my bike getting smaller and smaller under me... literally lost conscious on the impact. (yup, we are done racing, sad thing)

No clue what's a 'highside'? , here goes a tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2bOZL9xOlA

[heliguy]

Originally Posted by Nine8Six

A bone stock 986, those kept in good condition, somehow doesn't look like a chick car at all. Soft maybe, but certainly not definitive chicky. Not exactly sure how to put this into words. Have a look at forum member Chuck's 986 for instance, pictures speaks louder I guess.

Yea had a bike crash. Well, I've crashed more often than as far as I can remember but let's say this one was a bit different lolll Landed right on my shoulder at over 100mph (highside). Thankfully I do not remember anything other than seeing my bike getting smaller and smaller under me... literally lost conscious on the impact. (yup, we are done racing, sad thing)

No clue what's a 'highside'? , here goes a tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2bOZL9xOlA

I'm familiar (not on a first name basis, thank god), low sides are much better.

[Nine8Six]

Originally Posted by heliguy

I'm familiar (not on a first name basis, thank god), low sides are much better.

ah! so you are a rider. You are also flying airplane (pilot), race bikes, drive sport/convertible cars, and live under the sun all year long. Interesting fellas on this forum I tell ya... really missed this place

Boxtaboy, helmet or not, any direct head hit above 20mph will send you to the nearest ICU where you'll wake up 11.5hrs post accident with a F N plastic tube running inside your dick. Medical insurance saved me in my case, not the helmet particularly lolll

[Porsche9]

Sorry to hear about your accident Fred. Sounds like you are lucky to be alive. A highside at 100 mph is pretty serious. I too ride (Daytona 675) and have done my own highside's in the past. No fun that's for sure.

[morgal48]

"Thankfully I do not remember anything other than seeing my bike getting smaller and smaller under me... literally lost conscious on the impact."

We're blessed that we're wired so that we don't remember those really bad things. I had four accidents in six years. Two I don't remember. Two I do - they just required screws in shoulders. I was 59 for the first. Do that stuff when you're young. There came a point for me where healing pain/time became unacceptable. My biggest hope is that one day the nerves below my knees will reconnect so I can feel the bottoms of my feet again.

[Nine8Six]

Originally Posted by morgal48

My biggest hope is that one day the nerves below my knees will reconnect so I can feel the bottoms of my feet again.

Ouch. Depending on the lesion, nerves do/should reconnects (1mm per week if what I've read before is correct). Takes time, years in many cases but it does come back. Guess that is the ultimate patience test. Sorry to hear bud :/

Originally Posted by Porsche9

Sorry to hear about your accident Fred. Sounds like you are lucky to be alive. A highside at 100 mph is pretty serious. I too ride (Daytona 675) and have done my own highside's in the past. No fun that's for sure.

Thanks brother. That 675 is ultralight, stay safe man