One Week with the Porsche Boxster S 987: Review and First Impressions | CarChaps
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- Join us in this video as we review our experience with the Porsche Boxster S 987 after owning it for a week. After taking a closer look at this iconic sports car, discussing its design, performance, and overall driving experience, we share our first impressions and thoughts about the Boxster S 987.
But the question remains: was it worth it? Did the Boxster 987 live up to our expectations, or was it a mistake? Find out as we share our final verdict and give you an honest review of our experience with this car.
Whether you're a Porsche enthusiast or just curious about this iconic sports car, you won't want to miss this video. So sit back, relax, and join us for a ride in the Porsche Boxster S 987!
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The 987 boxster is the best kept secret in the Porsche world. A valved exhaust will transform you experience, and if you're feeling brave, upgrade the suspension. I've been on a quest to make a poor man's boxster Spyder. My car has a valved top gear exhaust, full cayman R suspension, numeric shift cables and shifter along with a fabspeed tune (or re-map as you brits would say! lol), and all this combined really wakes up the car. Next mods are recaro Pole positions and new wheels. The analog texture you get from driving it is sublime and it's such a sweetheart that never bites you. It may be a "hairdresser's car", but I'd take it over a 911 every time (outside a GT3 of course). And in the real world on a "B" road, it's plenty quick.
I couldn’t agree more. Interested in how you found the numeric shift cables? Happy with my shift but want to replace the cables soon. Is it a worthwhile step up?
@@carchapsYes extremely. but they are more noisy than the stock shifter cables.
How much is a valved system for one of these?
Had two Boxsters and three 911's......Loved them all but the 987 was the best , easiest to live with , cheapest to run, best handling and so much fun. No brainer! For me.
Great to hear, lust after a 911 but can’t beat the Boxster’s all round package
is the 2008 boxster s reliable? coming from an NC miata i think this is the perfect upgrade. just worried about cost to run and maintain the car
@@emncali just do it!! You won’t regret it. My ‘05 987 S is the most reliable car I’ve ever owned
I have a 2005 987 Boxster S and bought it pre-owned in ‘07. To this day, it thrills me to just sit in it, let alone drive it. The mid-engine just makes the feel and performance like no other. Undoubtedly the best car I’ve ever owned.
I got a 05 BS with 7K miles in 06. Put 120k miles on and the compression was 160 dead even in all cylinders. Traded for a 981 Spyder 10k miles
Serendipitously stumbled upon your video thanks to the TH-cam algorithm. I've had my 981 Cayman for 7 months now and smile every time I rev her past 4k rpm. Such a gift to be able to experience this as a dude in his late 20s. Keep the content coming!
I am mighty jealous of your 981, think that alongside the 987 is the Boxster sweet spot. Yeah there is something about ragging a Porsche flat 6 in your 20s that warms the soul 😂
Just picked-up my '07 Boxster S today, and let me say, your review is bang on! Can't get over it. "It's an event every time you get in the car." I've only had it for a few hours, but I know this is true. Not sure I'll sleep much tonight in anticipation of driving it again tomorrow. My question is, why not use it more as your daily? This car is meant to be driven! Thanks for your review!
Fantastic to hear! I’ve owned mine for exactly a year and it still gives me the same levels of excitement and engagement as it did the day I drove it home. You will love yours. I am hoping to drive it daily once I get some more cash for fuel 🤣
@@carchaps Thanks for the reply! That is awesome to hear, and I'm not at all surprised. Copy-that re: fuel costs 🙄! Ok, gotta go drive my boxster S. Then I have to work. But then I get to drive it home again ;)
You’re right it’s a super car experience. Once you’ve experienced the howl, how it pivots on your hips no other car, including 911, will do
Couldn’t agree more - especially with the hood up!
No exageration here at all - my daily driver is 987.1 2.7 base model on 17 inch wheels to cater for our roads - just go buy one 😊
Considering switching my '06S to 17s from stock 18s to just get that extra suppleness
17 inch wheels are great and remember earlier 911s had 16 inch - should find plenty at good prices as most are going the other way.
Looking to get one as my second car at 19 soon. How’s maintenance like on it?
Is it reliable and how’s the gas mileage , I’m thinking of buying one really soon
@@lucfield3066same I wanna know
I have a 2010 2.9L six speed manual with a SOUL full exhaust (comp headers and two way valve), map and Numerics shift box and cables and the car is brilliant. I’ve put over 100k miles since I bought it in 2013 and have enjoyed every minute.
Great to hear, I would love to get the exhaust done on mine. Great cars 😍
What maintenance have you had to do other than modifications?
@@iLeadpoisoningPSN other than scheduled services, the following: BCM air fitter, clutch assembly including DFM and clutch slave cylinder at 115K, shift cables assembly 2x (after the second one failed I replaced it with a Numerics cable assembly), 2x plugs and coil packs, 1 exhaust valve VVT assy, rear light assemblies, front and rear trunk lift struts, stereo power amp, pax side window regulator, trunk release switch assembly, front and rear suspension shocks/struts, right and left drive gears on top lift mechanism. Odo currently at 141k miles.
Stock exhaust is great. Engine is plenty loud and gruff; the perfect six cylinder rumble. These cars do need a lot of maintenance though to avoid trouble. Buy the best one from the start I say.
Great advice, completely agree
A lot of people say that updating the shifter and cables to a short throw kit with cables included makes a big difference, maybe yours doesn’t have any play but they apparently are prone to having the original shifter cables snapping. Could be worth looking into. The kit with the cables is about $1000, plus labor. I’m currently saving my 💰 now for a 987.1 manual Boxster S, had a chance to drive a 2005 extensively several years ago and absolutely fell in love with it. I can’t wait to have one of my own. Thanks for the video 👍
Thanks for the advice! Have already suffered an issue with this, a small part attached to the cables snapped, leaving me stranded on the motorway. Thankfully got it sorted, but deffo wanna replace the cables when I can afford it
I want to save up for one as well. Or a pre owned 718 🕷️🙌🏽
A great car. I’ve got a 2007 3.4 tiptronic. Totally standard. A pleasure to drive. Did 1500ks a couple of weeks ago.
It’s so underrated
Your absolutely right about it.
I have an RS 60 3.4 Boxster S. And it’s a savage beast. Especially when with the sports mode which opens the exhaust. Changes the engine mapping and give another 8bhp. And sports mode suspension engaged. And nobody will want to try and overtake you then, when they hear the exhaust popping and banging 🤣
I am so tempted to get an aftermarket exhaust - glad you love it 😅
These old 987's are amazing, fun cars. You won't regret it.
They certainly are!
I have a 2013 981 with sport chrono it’s an amazing machine !
Glad you are enjoying it!
Get the sport exhaust retrofitted. Believe me. It turns this car into a screaming demon and makes it so much more of a true sports car experience Best upgrade I could get for mine.
Best car I ever owed.....always turns heads and girls love it, don't get me wrong women don't they themselves at you but you definitely get admiring glances 😊
Thr car always makes you feel good.....not cheap to own but then what do you expect it's a Porsche, actually for that supercar feeling it's a bargain
Chased down a Ferrari on the motorway and overtook it....I may have been going 150mph....I take that back I was going 50mph 😊
Hahaha, my girlfriend certainly likes it
Talking about head turning, in Hawaii, the bikinis are making MYSELF head turning around, the back bikini views are so hazardous!! Driving around topdown in my 2006 boxster s is so dangerous. Peace and Aloha from westside Oahu!
@@carchaps my girlfriends, love it also! waaaaat?!
Nice video, like mine too. Its such a nice car. Had 2 caymans and the looks are even better. But when you take that top doen in good weather the experience is much better. My advice for your upgrades. Put a carnewal exhaust on it. They exchange it for your original exhaust for the fraction of the cost if you buy a new exhaust.
Damn, I will look into that exhaust change, thank you
Still my all time favorite car. Miss it so much. Small but such a fun car. Loved it. The noise, the top down experience. I would buy another in a second. I bought a m135i due to my change in situation which was technically faster but was not as safe to drive fast. The Porsche was awesome fun. I think the 987 and 997 genre was a great buy. Porsche became more expensive and exclusive after this.
I have the exact same car and agree with everything you said, really well put. Sold an E46 M3 which I owned for nearly 6 years to get it and have never looked back. More attached to it than I expected to be, will be hard to know what to replace it with!
Great to hear, thank you! And that’s what I think - once you have enjoyed the Porsche’s gearbox and handling it’s difficult to get back in a more compromised car again
Is it to expensive to daily drive one of this boxer s?
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Depends how you look at it and what you’re comparing to. Fuel, servicing and consumables will be relatively high compared to a new or more “run of the mill” car. However when you factor purchase price and depreciation (these are quite cheap to buy and unlikely to depreciate by much more) then compared to buying a new car, they can be cost effective. However for me they work perfect as a weekend car alongside a more modern and economical daily driver.
I’m just about to take the plunge after x3 e36 m3 evo’s. Great to hear about the E46 m3 leap of faith!
In reality how much hp does one person need when they are driving through the mountains on a public road. I drove a 981 last weekend it was awesome fun. And yes I have been in 991 gt3rs and evry significant 911 turbo and they are also great but bang for buck a boxster is great and you don’t have to be too precious about them
Totally agree, 987 isn’t a rocket ship but allows you to pump through three gears before you are doing silly speeds. So satisfying in congested areas
I have one, longest I’ve ever kept a car! They are exceptional, mine has a design tec sports exhaust, more hp and sounds like a proper sports car! Really good vid…..the only car I’d swap it for is a cayman, not sure softtops work in this country😂👍
Im tempted by the exhaust…can’t get enough noise. But the soft top works for me, too much of a poser 🤣
I am slightly considering getting one but my concerns are the running costs. How do you find it is to service, MOT etc?
@@carchaps I have the popular Carnewal GT exhaust and looking to swap back to standard. Mine is a 3.2 like yours. Interested in a swap deal?
I have the same car. Great fun on a sunny day. I recently did a 10 hour drive to Devon...not good for long drives.
Hahah, I know the feeling. Drove it back from Italy to Winchester in one hit and almost killed me
Why's that?
I'm not inclined to mess about modding mine, I reckon that the guys at Porsche got it right already. Each to their own though. Looks like you need to fix your roof. Noticed in your final shot that it isn't closing properly.
You mean the overlap between canvas and frame? In two minds about it cause half of people say its normal
@@carchaps yes that's it. There's a good TH-cam video done by Will that shows an easy fix. Otherwise, you can 3/4 close the roof and help it in by hand
@@carchaps It's not normal mate. The tension cables on the inside have work out so it's not pulling the fabric into the crevice lining correctly, But it's an easy fix if you check on TH-cam.
As a Boxster 981 6MT owner I completely concur with your commentary about the way it drives and makes you feel. The PSE is a fantastic option which enhances the experience. It be retrofitted by Porsche - there are cheaper options but keeping it genuine is worthwhile, particularly if you see yourself keeping the car for several years. If you intend to have it serviced by official Porsche dealers get ready for serious price shock for parts and labour. Again, though, if its got a good maintenance history its worth it in the long run.
Great advice, thank you!
Beautiful car! Looking to purchase one myself too, hopefully in a similar spec to this, I like your taste :P
I noticed the sports chrono option isn't present in this car. Would you say it makes much of a difference?
Thank you! It’s a great buy, have zero regrets. I don’t miss the sport chrono whatsoever, think the sports seats are more useful imo
Great video...100% correct in your analysis...thanks
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
amazing video bro, all your videos are really high quality. remember me when youre big!!
Appreciate the support mate! Means a lot
Superb review. Feel free to drop into Brookspeed one day.
Thanks! Definitely will, only up the road
I have a 2014 981 Boxster S….. love it to death.
Beautiful cars
5:15 That roof elastic needs replacing!
Mines got corrosion around the badge too.
Yep, it certainly does, I manually fold the roof under the window surrounds now 🤣 seems to be a common thing, want to get mine done it bugs me so much
The kiss at the end gave me shivers
I aim to please..
@@carchaps 🤣 could you do a video comparing the standard boxster vs the boxster s 987?
Take the snorkel off so you get more intake noise. About to pick up one of these. Cheers!
Thanks for the tip! Enjoy your Boxster
I've always wanted a Porsche, this seems like a good way to get the badge, however you need to learn how to say porsché properly 😉
Hahaha can’t break the habit of a lifetime
ha you should learn how to write it, NO ACCENT
The roof strap needs to be Realigned on your drivers side
Easily fixed 👍
Yeah I thought so, I was reassured by the dealer it was fine but will get it looked at 😂
Please make a video of the repair as this is a common problem with the boxster .
Great video subscribed
@CarChaps It’s not fine - your dealer is full of it. One good rain and you’ll start accumulating water…in the top tray first and then likely under the seats. Not good. It’s a cheap and easy fix though, so go for it!
Otherwise, great video. Nice color combo. A very fair assessment. The sport seats and sport steering wheel are excellent finds. Does your Boxster have PASM? If it’s in the on-on position (yellow light on, I think) it’s a pretty harsh ride.
The 2.7 and 3.2 motored cars are really solid. Just get frequent oil changes and you’ll be fine.
Save your money and skip the mods. These cars are superb as the factory built them. Invest your money in keeping all the maintenance up and you’ll be a long-term happy owner.
Cheers!
Great video and channel man! For next driving videos, it could be possible to fix a camera on the pedalbox to film your footwork please? :)
Cheers mate! Yeah we are about to invest in another GoPro for an upcoming road trip series - plenty of pedal box action coming your way
@@carchaps Great, thank you very much! :D
I love my boxster 👌
We are glad you are loving it!
Sweet review,get on the forums for little mods and kits.
Thanks! Will do
It's a great daily driver
This car is brilliant….
Criminally underrated. Love it
99 comments is crazy.... fixed it
Thank you 🤣
Wonderful car!
Thank you!
The problem is we only see you and not the car !!
If you check out our channel we have a normal style ‘review’ that shows the car and everything about it! This was more of a first impressions video.
Thanks for watching !!
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2:21 you what? 😂
good review but your a/v is out of sync
Ron jeremy😮
Porsche not Porsh
Habit of a lifetime
Annoying
You sound like my girlfriend
It's like the Porridge of Ron Jeremy...😳
What a thought
Good ol Ron ❤
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