Test drove a 996... - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

threpwood · 02-13-2007, 07:23 AM

49K seems like a high milage, even for 7 years old car...which means high risk of breaking down, and possibly RMS issue?

I think there's better option out there if you wait a little more.

All that aside, if it makes you happy, I'll say go with it!

vijen6 · 02-13-2007, 11:15 AM

Perhaps part of the 'front end is raising up and the tail end is going to kick out' feel was because the carrera is has the engine in the rear vs the boxster's mid engine layout.

I myself have been looking for a car that replaces the boxster (besides a newer boxster) and have not been able to find any. Seems the boxster is the most powerful mid engine rear wheel drive convertible roadster this side of $80k-$100k?

Since you said "If only the Boxster had this kind of power I wouldn't have this problem. But I guess the 2007 Boxster S's will have similar power.", I would also suggest boosting it and keeping the top down.

pecivil · 02-13-2007, 11:30 AM

do the engine swap and dont look back. Dont look at it as an investment, but I am sure I would have no trouble selling mine with the swap. I doubt I would get back the entire 16k I put into it however. But one drive and the induced permagrin would sell it no problem. You definitely get that "kick in the ass" acceleration with the 3.4 in the box. It is addictive, but the best part is that you end up with a Box that beats a 911. Best of both worlds. Quick and mid engined.

having said that tho I also have the "Iwanna911someday" issue....

but I have my heart set on a 993tt. Better looks and rocket thrust. And air cooled. A real 911.

socratic · 02-13-2007, 10:11 PM

PECivil, do you have a thread anywhere where you describe your experience upgrading to a 3.4? e.g. who did it? And do you have to practically steal an engine to keep the cost down (i.e. high labor costs?)?

C5150 · 02-13-2007, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by threpwood

49K seems like a high milage, even for 7 years old car...which means high risk of breaking down, and possibly RMS issue?

I think there's better option out there if you wait a little more.

All that aside, if it makes you happy, I'll say go with it!

High milage?! Ha! Even my insurance company considers that low milage.....

RandallNeighbour · 02-14-2007, 06:25 AM

PorscheKid, I only saw ONE key in those photos. I'd write $300 off the final negotiated price for the amount you'll spend getting a spare one made with a couple of bucks to offset the pain in the arse it will be.

Where do all these Pcar keys go anyway? eBay?

Porschekid · 02-14-2007, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

PorscheKid, I only saw ONE key in those photos. I'd write $300 off the final negotiated price for the amount you'll spend getting a spare one made with a couple of bucks to offset the pain in the arse it will be.

Where do all these Pcar keys go anyway? eBay?

Haha. He did have two keys, although no valet key like my Box has.

NickCats · 02-14-2007, 09:20 AM

That is one beautiful 911, Porschekid !

Make sure to let us know what you decide...

Good luck !

Nick

Dr. Kill · 02-14-2007, 11:17 AM

Yeah, I would pull the trigger on that one - the car looks sweet in the pics.

While I respect the other responses regarding the swap as poor logic, I maintain that this hobby of ours is all about emotion.

If you are like me, having drooled over 911s since your earliest memories and discovered the Boxster as a stepping stone on the way to that ultimate goal, this might be a good move for you.

Maybe I don't drive as aggressively on the streets as some others, but the "step down" in handling would probably not be noticed at all by me as I really don't explore the outer limits of vehicles of this caliber. The lifelong love of the 911 though would be gratified by the swap.

Good luck - either way you win. They are both amazing cars.

WillieB · 02-26-2007, 11:35 PM

I myself considered trading my Boxster in for a 911. My reason was I wanted more power. I love my Boxster, but was starting to get bored of the power of my 2.5L. I agree, to each is his/her own, but for me the 3.4L swap was the best thing I did as now I love the car even more. 911 is a great car, an icon, but for me I love the Boxster's mid engine layout, 2 seat, top down etc. I got to take a 996 C4 for a ride before I bought my Boxster and loved the power of the C4 and just the way a Porsche drives and sounds. Now I have the best of both worlds. In the end, the swap was less expensive with lower kms & of course a naturally aspirated engine and reliability. A 911 that would have costs the same on average had higher kms. Plus, the Boxster with its layout and lighter weight, make the Boxster with a 3.4L a blast to drive. A great balance, that is the word for it!!! Yes, some will say it is not a 911 still, but for me, I don't care, I love my Boxster and everytime I look at her I smile. I have made it my own and there isn't one that looks like it that I have seen. In the end, you gots to love what u got to be satisfied.

3.4 L Engine
Re-Mapped ECU
Evo Intake
Dansk Headers
Schnell Sport Cats
GHL Exhaust
B&M Short Shifter
H&R Lowering Springs
Techart 18" Rims
Techart Rear Wing

threpwood · 02-28-2007, 06:19 AM

How can 49K be considered low milage?

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Originally Posted by C5150

High milage?! Ha! Even my insurance company considers that low milage.....

Adam · 02-28-2007, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by threpwood

How can 49K be considered low milage?

That comes out to 7,000 miles a year. That's not super low, but it isn't a high mileage daily driver either. A car might have 100k miles on it, but if it is a 1975 model then that would be considered low mileage because it was only driven an average of 3,125 miles a year. You always have to take the model year into account.

Perfectlap · 02-28-2007, 10:37 AM

anyone notice it had a CASSETTE TAPE holder? That's a deal breaker for me!!

CJ_Boxster · 02-28-2007, 10:41 AM

I still love that 996 and the color, Any update on weather your getting it or not?

Bavarian Motorist · 02-28-2007, 10:57 AM

Keep us updated, please.

Thumper · 02-28-2007, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Perfectlap

anyone notice it had a CASSETTE TAPE holder? That's a deal breaker for me!!

Easy fix thanks to eBay.

Porschekid · 03-01-2007, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Perfectlap

anyone notice it had a CASSETTE TAPE holder? That's a deal breaker for me!!

Yeah, that's an easy fix. I decided to wait until I can get a day of top down driving in my Boxster again before I make a descision. Plus I thought I should pay off what's left of my home theatre first. If it's still there in April-May I will make my descision on it. If it's sold i'll just wait until I find another opportunity.

Dr. Kill · 03-01-2007, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Porschekid

Yeah, that's an easy fix. I decided to wait until I can get a day of top down driving in my Boxster again before I make a descision. Plus I thought I should pay off what's left of my home theatre first. If it's still there in April-May I will make my descision on it. If it's sold i'll just wait until I find another opportunity.

There will always be another opportunity to buy - always good to not rush into a big purchase for something you don't truly need. I don't have that kind of self control (I would have bought the 911), but I recommend it to others.