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Pilot2519j · 10-14-2006, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by seventythree

Configuration wise, the Boxster is a carbon copy of the venerable Porsche 914, also a 60's design. I should know; I own one of each, 02 base Boxster and 73 914-2.0L

I beg to differ I don'st see the 914 as the genesis of design for the Boxster. That does not mean that some of the parts where used from previous models, which I think is what you mean. The 986 design is beautiful I would say the design inspiration is the RSK Spyder 718. My two cents.

racer_troy · 10-14-2006, 10:13 AM

...mostly...almost fully...i second pilot's feelings...although...i may have choosen a little different retoric...to 73's and Pilot's point, the 911 continues to do well precisly due to: 1. status, 2. ledgend, 3. refinment...it's a great car...no doubt...and has been engineered to be so (out of necessity) despite itself...

i considered a 1999-2002 996 in lieu of the my current 986...as this is primarily a play car for me...the feeling and feedback from the road is what pushed me in the direction of the boxster...

...also, i do also agree that the 718RSK was the inspiration for the 986...mid engined...light, responsive....these are all good characteristics in a sports car...

cheers,

--troy

seventythree · 10-14-2006, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Pilot2519j

I beg to differ I don'st see the 914 as the genesis of design for the Boxster. That does not mean that some of the parts where used from previous models, which I think is what you mean. The 986 design is beautiful I would say the design inspiration is the RSK Spyder 718. My two cents.

Actually, my point was based on fundamental design aspects and didn't have anything to do with component sharing. Fundamentally, the Boxster is very much a continuation of the 914. Mid-engined two seater, longitudinally mounted engine/trans-axle combo, boxer engine for lowered center of gravity, almost 50/50 weight distribution, very similar driver position and driving dynamics, front and rear storage compartments, etc., etc.

There are only a couple of significant changes that differentiate the Boxster from the 914.

First, the 914's targa top configuration as opposed to the Boxster's convertible top, which is trade-off between having much easier top-side engine access and a more open air ride.

Second, the 914's torsion bar front suspension as opposed to the Boxster's coil-overs. In fact, since the early 911's had torsion bars on all four corners, the Boxster has undergone less evolutionary change than the modern 911.

thomschoon · 10-14-2006, 06:10 PM

I actually was looking for 911 for a daily driver as I already have an '81 SC that has a few too many mods. But then it was a sunny day and I saw the Speed Yellow "S" Boxster and it was all over, and I dont even like rag tops. I now prefer to drive the Boxster and the SC hasnt been out except to be washed in 2 months as the Boxster is better handling, more comfortable and probaly faster and has working AC. It is a great car and I am now thinking of selling my SC and buying another Boxster as a project car/money pit.

Rail26 · 10-14-2006, 06:15 PM

I'm only driving a Boxster because I am saving up for a Bugatti Veyron. I only need $999,859 more.

David N. · 10-14-2006, 07:29 PM

As I recall Veyrons are at least $1.2 million or so. So you've already got 200k? If it were me, I would just buy a 911 Turbo and save the rest to buy track-time and tires.

Rail26 · 10-14-2006, 08:00 PM

Damn, I thought they were only a mil...I guess I have to add another 200k.

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Originally Posted by David N.

As I recall Veyrons are at least $1.2 million or so. So you've already got 200k? If it were me, I would just buy a 911 Turbo and save the rest to buy track-time and tires.