Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 review. Is this the greatest Boxster ever?
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- The Porsche 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 gets a slightly detuned version of the Porsche 718 GT4 engine producing 400bhp and delivering 182mph top speed and amazing dynamics. Here's my full review of this gem of a Porsche..
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Porsche needs to be applauded for still producing performance cars with a naturally aspirated engine and a manual gearbox.
I think you know, what his name is..
Shows that they listen to their customers.
Does it have an autoblip off button?
sane person - if it’s like the GT3 manual, yes.
@@marknorton1999 good deal, it's a horrible feature imo
This is how a professional car review should be done. No need for stupid power slides and timed laps around circuits. Real world driving presented by a man with vast knowledge and humility. Makes TV reviews look infantile. Thanks Harry
KC Poweslides don’t demonstrate shit. You can powerslide an old RWD Caprice if you wanted to.
Totally agree. Harry is the best. Straight to the point, no b.s no fake laughs or enthusiasm. Pure passion.
Reggie Cyde lame
@@7477238 .. Too funny. .. Seeing a Chevrolet V8 Caprice in a powerslide makes me recall Magnum P.I.
@Reggie Cyde Hilarious!
This video just sold more GTS's than Porsche's whole advertising budget for the car.
Hahaha
@Rodney Remington- Count me as one. '22 Boxster 6sp/Agate Grey/Red/Black & Chalk Leather/Burmester/September 2021 delivery in Zuffenhausen
@@michaelschneider- Count me as two! I watched this and bought one.
I ordered one as well, guards red!
Congratulations your purchases.
I bought my Boxster S as a lad of 77 almost eight years ago and love it to bits.
Good for you! You answered the question “ If not now, when ? “
Not sure what I can say to that that won’t sound patronising, but your comment made me smile.
Alan maxted you legend
Alan, I feel almost pubescent compared to you, collected my 987 S 15 years ago and traded for a 981 Spyder this year.
Still got the nappy rash!
I recently sold my BMW M4 competition for a Cayman S 3.4. The Porsche might be 100BHP less powerful but it's 10x more fun to drive!
+1. @Charlie Rigby. .. Agreed. .. There's something in the water at Porsche AG Zuffenhausen. .. Every model receives a dose of character! .. Total HP or PS be damned. .. Cheers, Vail, Colorado
Charlie ,, thanks for that .. useful
@@kerunbindra4053 the way the things flow down a road and change direction, been a Bmw fan boy all my life drove a 987 3.4 and was like ohhhhhh this explains why porsche is popular, for me they don’t look amazing but boy do they feel great to drive...
100% agree have a 3.4 987.2 Cayman thing is just amazing to thread down a sweeping road
Incredible that BMW have the gall to call their cars the "Ultimate Driving Machine"!
I was down, feling sad. And then Mr Harry comes up with a Porsche video! With a Porsche, I know he is going to buy!
LA Detailing FAR from perfect, due to the transmission. It’s not a small deal.
@LA Detailing Its funny I picked up on that very early to, but all credit to him for being fair minded. After all, if all you are going to complain about is your "bad hair day" we are already scratching the bottom of the barrel.
@@Fluterra The perfect manual gearbox? That's one of the best points of the car.
@LA Detailing I've never been a Porsche fan but I have to say the price to performance and finish is very good.
@@Fluterra I've had PDK on my 981s. With the GTS4, I obviously have the manual. The Torque curve is very strong from 2-2,500 rpm, that is why you don't have to wring the hell out of it in every gear. I'm still running in, so haven't taken over 4k when the screaming engine / exhaust note really starts, but it is already beginning to show it self from 3500-4k. So - unless you've actually driven one, there is no point having an opinion I'm afraid. I was worried with all the talk of long gearing, but as Harry says, it really isn't an issue and given you can do 80+ in second, real overtaking at near legal speeds is always superb.
I hope they make a LOT of those, so that I have a better chance of getting one in 6 years :)
Me too, more like 8 years ):
I agree, then I’ll get yours in 15 years 😂
You should consider an E85 Z4M that you can enjoy today at a fraction of the cost of the Boxster
Are you 10 yrs old 🤷♂️
Beetleything no, we’re poor you idiot!
Darn You Harry! There is now a red GTS 4.0 in my garage, after an almost year long wait. Your review started the process. Grazie!
Finally, a reviewer that appreciates the effort that has gone into these cars. So many go on about the gearbox, about the engine seeming quieter than the previous gen 6 cylinders - it's always like they are sheep following the herd. Thank you Harry, for always being so enthusiastic and well rounded in your approach.
Thank you! These are exactly my thoughts about this fantastic sports car!
All these annoying "critics" about the gearbox, mostly coming from people who have never driven or will never drive or own this car, is totally ridiculous!!! Just keyboard warrior clowns, but nothing more... LOL!
A lot of crazy people are just commenting and criticizing about things, they really have no fucking clue!
The 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 maybe is the best (kind of "still affordable") open sports car on the planet, period! But sadly too many clowns are still raging about the 718 Spyder/GT4 and GTS "gear box and gear ratios"... Hahahaha!!! This is almost too funny.
The manual transmission/gearbox of a 718 GTS 4.0 is the most satisfying thing you will find in an open sports car/roadster, because it fits perfectly to this car.
well, quiet and bad sounding engine and a gearbox that has 2 usable gears with a second gear that you can't rev out without being far in illegal territory.....i mean, that's some serious bullcrap and they should be called for it.
@@hazardeur Porsche even admitted that they did it because they were too cheap to revise the gearbox. Crap overpriced company. Too bad it is better than its competitors despite its flaws. All cars are crap!
I’d buy it for the noise alone.
What a masterpiece.
What a car.
The noise wasn't the car, it was Harry's mic setup. He's got a certain fetish for hissssss.
What a price!
Not really a masterpiece when half the gears are pointless.
Fluterra makes it even better! Who needs an eight speed DPK box when you can self shift!
Has anyone else headed to the Porsche configurator? Harry has almost convinced me that £70k seems to be good value! Man maths at their best.
I couldn't have afforded one if it was 7k let alone 70.... :D
Yep...configuration done after the first 11 minutes!!! 😎😎😎
yes, and PDK available now, and Cayman GT4 RS coming $$$$. More power is not needed, unless you only drive on a track.
need money to pay speeding tickets, in my 718 Boxster S. 8:29 Ring BtG.
Good luck. Porsche are making ppl sign a waiver that if no Brexit deal is signed by 31 Dec then buyer pays +12% of sales price !!
@@11661707 So good ? less than the 19% German VAT ?
Sometimes I think harry goes through the motions a little with a car that doesn’t work for him...but there’s no disguising the real love he has on display here.
I totally overlooked the GTS 4.0 all the time, even when I knew it existed. The GT4 and the Spyder have taken the Spotlight of it, but when you see the price and what you get - this car deserves the Spotlight in the real world. Great Review! Great Sound! Great Car! Great Channel!
Mine is on the way, after waiting 8 months. It is now on a ship on the Atlantic Ocean and will arrive in the USA CA January 15.🐸💃🏼
Got mine 1 year ago today, gentian 6spd. Most amazing car I’ve ever owned. You’re in for a treat!
You may have just increased the waiting list somewhat? One of your most enthusiastic reviews... enjoyed that a lot - thanks!
Great comment
It’s 27 degrees, 17:00, roof open. Everything is good in the world.
Loved it!
Absolutely love Harry’s genuine enthusiasm
Straight talking objective reviews, no outrageous silly comments to whip up the so called fans, just great motoring journalism!
Good to see Harry really enjoying himself.He’s such a class act and the car’s not bad either!
Another great video Harry. Sound quality perfect. Camera angles ace. Thanks for taking the time putting these together. Entertainment value off the scale.
There is something magical in Harry's delivery when he truly enjoys a car.
It is infectious (in a good way....)
Love the old school uncluttered interior and simple instruments and steering wheel. Looks like a proper driver's car and that flat 6 sounds fabulous
Harry, I’ve seldom seen you so exuberant about a featured car before.
Seems to me this little Porsche or its brother Cayman may be just what you need for this stage in your life!
love your work harry,like a musician or a an artist,warmth and spirit in our reviews.
Fantastic review, after your last two Porsche reviews you have convinced me of my latest dream car garage, 992 turbo S and Cayman GTS in manual !!! I’ll look for a new job soon.
Great review. The gts always made more sense to me than the spyder. Having got a normal Boxster a year or so ago one of the unexpected delights has been the practicality. We got 2 weeks worth of luggage in ours this summer and unlike most convertibles you can still open the roof when the boot(s) are crammed.
Saw one of these arrive ( with the roof up) at the pub at lunchtime. Driven by a couple in their late 60's early 70's - fair play to them. Great video as always Harry.
Thats the problem its either old people, mid life crisis or women that buy the booster. Its a shame.
@@xIRATUMx And why shouldn't "old people" be able to enjoy life in their Porsche after working hard all their lives to own one?
Element Customs jealousy is also a problem
Touch of ageism?
Element Customs wow. Very jealous of people aren’t you.
The thrill of driving perfectly captured here with your gushing enthusiasm and constant grinning! Loved the video, what a car 👍🏻
Harry I just discovered your you tube channel and I think your analysis on the 718 boxster is spot on . Great car
I like how he quickly shifts camera angles to conveniently hide the speedometer when accelerating.
Having taken delivery of one I can wholeheartedly agree. An amazing car and great to see Porsche produce an instant classic
We bought ours (a 2023 model) just recently. Absolutely brilliant machine ❤! I cannot get enough of it. The sound, the drive, even comfort..
Thank you Harry. Have one of these on order, due soon! Can't wait.
I'm smitten. But not in red. All I need now is... about £67k. 😁
As usual a fantastic video by Mr Metcalf.
Keep 'em coming Harry.
Finance it and enjoy :)
All the time I was thinking..what would be the right colour for this car? 🤔 I tend to midnight blue..
The European: tough question. Midnight blue might not go well with black rims and dark lights. I’m contemplating about silver but finance dictates hanging on to my 987 S for now.
@@tubalcain6052
987 S ..could be worse😉 By the way..I don't like black rims. I prefer the gold ones. A nice combination with a dark blue.
@@humanbeing1675 I saw last summer a woman with on in some kind of dark gray/crayon with the rest blacked out. Probably the best looking convertible I ever saw.
Porsche has nailed it with this and the Turbo S
Nah...i disagree on "nailed" with turbo s. Not enough differentiation between turbo and Carrera s to pay that premium price for 🤷♂️
Purple Buddha you must be joking, watch any review and it will show what a fantastic car it is, in fact Harry did a superb video reviewing the Turbo S
@@MrJdp1968 thanks, I saw that review. No joking) just my opinion
Purple Buddha and you’re very entitled to it, my opinion is that’s it’s one of the best 911 Turbo variants of all time, a car that car be very civilised,a tourer and blow away every other car up to the hyper car segment 👍🏻
I think the 991 GT3 with a manual trans is the sweet spot. Incredible sound..
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Thanks for reviewing the GTS 4.0. Your reviews are always very educating and I learn alot from your channel.😀
Such great production values for these videos, a total class above anything else.
An attractive proposition it has to be said. Thank you, Harry.
His enthusiasm really comes across. Love it!
Thank you Harry. Just what I needed on a Sat morning in lockdown Melbourne.
This is my favourite review of my favourite car - I’ve watched it several times. Thank you, Harry and thank you, Porsche
Aint watched the video yet, but they are always great Harry, so a thumbs up from me in anticipation of a very, very good video!
"A classic car brought up-to-date" that's exactly what I thought when you said it :)
Absolutely love that engine sound in sport mode!
Hats off to Porsche
Put a big grin on my face and a warm and fuzzy feeling in my heart. Thanks Harry!
Massive respect to Porsche for still making cars with a manual gearbox and a NA engine.
I wish Ferrari did the same thing!
First class review of a first class car. For me, there are a few seconds at the end of the review that say more than words can.....Harry drops it into second gear and nails the throttle with a raised hand and a Cheshire cat grin. Just superb and well done Porsche, you have opened my wallet again.
@6:35... "Not that it really matters..." Take note, Doug DeMuro...
What a glorious sound from the flat 6! Thanks Harry!
I owned a Boxster S (3.2L) a few years ago, and this excellent review brought back some very happy memories. The perfect sports car.
Last saturday my wife and I did a test drive with the boxter gts. It was our first Porsche drive and we loved it. Very spontaneous throttle response, very direct steering and a great sound. That's how we always imagined a Porsche. Than we drove a 992 Carrera 4 automatic with 385 hp. We were both disappointed. In direct comparison the 992 was more boring. We didn't like the turbo engine.
Two thirds of a car review is all driving. Good job! Porsches are out of my price range, but this is the one I would buy. This is a proper engine; much better than the four banger.
Excellent as usual Harry. Keep up the great work
Wow. This car was truly giving you pure joy! Beyond any empirical review, it is the unadulterated JOY that comes through.
Wow, looks amazing!
Glad we still see cars like this from Porsche
Probably one of my favourite videos Harry. Not least because I have recently received a gentian blue GTS 4.0 and have a BLNR ‘Batman’ too! Makes me think life is good 😌
Love the methodical way you work your way through the commentary on your videos - a class act! Thank you 🙏
I've always liked the look of them. I'm glad this is really good. Excellent review as usual, Harry :)
The desire is palpable. Great car, great vid your lordship.
A lovely car and a refreshing change from the modern trends! I wish I had the money to be looking at something like this!
Great video Harry, as usual! Such a lovely car
Such fun. Always nice to spend some time with HARRY. Delicious car. Thanks 👏👏🙏👍😊
my god the induction sound is sublime! 😍
GTS Communication Package in Carmine Red: Carmine Red stitching seats, dash, door arm rests, centre consul door tops, embroidered seat logos, red belts, red dial, red floor mat edges. The Boxster GTS sill badge is standard
One of the best cars recently reviewed - really enjoyed this one. Thanks Harry.
Fantastic video Harry, keep them coming
Watching a man fall in love
Refreshing to see a car reviewer that presents in his own style and doesn't try to sound like Clarkson.
🇬🇧Enjoyed every minute of this Boxster 718 GTS 4.0 Review, thanks !
Everything Harry says about the GTS rings true for me about my 2003 986 3.2S. I’m delighted to see that Porsche brought back the flat 6 and it clearly suits the car perfectly. Previously I hadn’t aspired to a 718 but having seen Harry’s review I’m back in the aspiration game for a GTS!! Great stuff Harry keep em comin’. 👍🏼
I turn 40 next October. This will be my birthday gift.
Wow. This is the car I have been waiting for. Big six, stick shift, mid engine convertible from Porsche. And I can afford it. Thanks Harry!!
Porsche seem to being a good job of getting me on side these past few years. And wow, that sounds fantastic.
I hope you buy one Harry! I’d love to watch the videos of you enjoying it. It sounded great through my headphones!
I blame Harry..
I collected mine today - 13 months after ordering.
He made me pull the trigger 😘
Got mine on order now, delivery July 24 here in Aust. Black, Manual and the extended Brushed Aluminium interior and Guards Red Seat Belts and Dials. Chrome Wheeled Fuel Injected and steppin out over the line. Fantastic review that gets to the heart of why people buy these cars. Got my first Porsche at 54 (a 986s - Manual) and the 718GTS will be with me for the long haul.
@@johnbambo9036 you will love it👍
As an Evo fan from issue one, I always like to hear your impression, Harry. And the fact that the second gear is a none-issue for you echoes my personal view as well. I've been running a 981 Cayman GT4 from new, I really don't care much about the long second gear at all. I think it's blown out of proportion by many journalist.
This Boxster GTS is in fact THE sweet spot in the Cayman/Boxster range.
GTS basically always the sweet spot
I just picked up mine yesterday with manual in SoCal and now getting PPF/CC. Between this video and SavageGeese on the GTS 4.0 there was zero hesitation when I ordered it in February as I've been eyeing one of these for quite some time. And this may very well be the last of the breed which makes it even more special. Can't wait to pick it up and go straight to the canyons.
I must have watched this video 50 times, always makes me smile 😊. Thanks Harry, great videos as always.
Thanks for this one. Hope a 4.0 Boxster makes it into your garage. Adam, Tofino.CA
I have the 718 Spyder and feel compelled to back Harry up on this.. the gearing, long though it may be, is nowhere near as problematic as most other reviewers make out. The torque more than makes up for it and I manage to use gears 1 through to 4 quite easily on a series of back roads. On the subject of MPG.. I've regularly seen 34 mpg average on A roads.. 718 GTS, GT4/Spyder.. you can't go wrong! Great review!
For me it's no problem at all. Though the torque numbers seem modest, the reality is that there is plenty of torque, even at a low 2000 rpm. And it makes sense with six 4"ø cans traveling a 3.1" stroke... those are V8 muscle car pistons.
Totally agree. I also own a 718 Spyder. Utopia - could the gears be slightly shorter, of course. But that is splitting hairs. I am enjoying every minute with the gearbox in these cars and more so than my 981 GTS PDK. Even if Porsche reduced 2nd to 70mph, law breaking speeds are still very close. The key as Cowan states is the torque. It almost feels like there is a small turbo on the engine! This all results is fun short shifting and the ability to pull in any gear. GTS 4.0, Spyder and GT4 are very hard to beat. Mine is a keeper car given NA ICE is a dying breed
I haven't even watched this yet and I am excited. This is No 1 on my want list!
The passion you show is infectious Love the car ..
IMO the reason Porsche did an "about face" on the engine was that the Porsche fanatics screamed loud enough.
Money talks, sales dropped....
@@stu4181 They still have to balance sales against EU WLTP CO2 emissions limits though. It's not practicable to sell too many big 4.0 litres.
@@TassieLorenzo porsche has all the VW/Skoda/audi sensible small cars to balance it out though. The 718 models sales dropped significantly so they had to do something
Beautiful…..If that roof works anything like my 987s the button operates as a ‘one touch’ when used on the move…..took me nearly two years to realise that!
When I drove a lot of the Porsche range at Silverstone I was amazed how good the Cayman was and always thought if it had a big engine there would be no need for a 911 as it handled SO much better and was very practical. With this engine... that’s nailed it!
Hi Harry, Been watching your videos for years and have always been inspired by You on my channel. Thanks Harry.
What an absolute masterpiece of a car
Seems to be an instant classic. Revvy, big engine and manual gearbox FTW!
Very nicely made video! The first of yours I’ve encountered, but I’ll have to watch some more 👍
A man happy with his lot! Excellent review Harry!
They need to put this engine in a 911 and put a manual on it. Kind of sad me saying to put a boxster engine into a 911....
If they do a Carrera T for the 992 generation at some point I think a stripped out one with one of these engines tarted up a bit would be a great "poor man's" GT3.
Told my wife 991.2 carrera T I would keep for at least 10 years. A manual 992 T with this engine would make me a liar.
TheBucketOfTruth - Couldn't agree with you more!
It's out of most peoples' price range, but they did have a 4.0 liter and a manual in the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 back in 2011
They probably will, 911 T. And hopefully the manual transmission ratios will be fixed.
This may just be the car that gets me out of my 997.2 Turbo. Great review. Thanks, Harry.
Are you bonkers? your 997 is next level or am i getting old? lol
stephen john baldwin: I used to have a 987 Boxster and loved it. It felt more raw and mechanical than the Turbo. I’d love to go back to one at some point, either one of these or a Spyder. I’d be sad to give up the Turbo though - maybe doing a bit of man maths will allow me to have both!
One of the friskiest rides I’ve ever seen you deliver Harry! What a car!
I drove a Cayman on a track once. It felt amazing. Plenty of shove, engine right by your ears, and it would rotate around corners beautifully. By far the nicest handling car I've ever driven. I struggle to see why anyone would want a 911 over it. It could only be heavier and less poised.
I'll let all the 911 lot push the prices on those up, I'll wait for these to come down!
11:00 that Defender sound sick!!
Another Harry’s video to brighten my morning.... I think I know where Harry’s tempted to put his money next! 😊
Love it I always look to a review but hanging for an adventure post covid
It was Harry’s review that made be commit to the purchase of this outstanding car. Every comment and observation is spot on. This car is exceptional and gives me nothing but joy when driving. Put the roof down. Stick it in sport. Manual gears. And go. Can’t think of a better alternative for the price
Ditto - I placed an order after seeing Harry’s video too. Will get it in the next few months.
These GTS models seem to do everything right. Can’t imagine ever wanting a 911 now these are available.
If you have 2 small kids and need the +2 seats then this car won't do. To me, the Boxster/Cayman are not an alternative to a 911, especially now the 911 has become a very fast luxury grand tourer. Boxster/Cayman = Sports Car. 911 (992) = everyday super car.
nordicmonkey if you are even slightly tall, I don’t know how you could squeeze kids in the back of a 911, although I’m not experienced with the latest model.
If you do want a GT car however, the 911 is probably the most affordable choice, if you could call £100k affordable.
@@michaelh5722 Oh I agree, it's pretty tight back there. I'm thinking small children under 7 years, and that's for short journeys. I think when you consider the level of performance that even a regular 992 Carrera S now offers, the price is more acceptable.
nordicmonkey I think that depends if you have them in boosters or not. I’ll never know, if I had that much cash for a GT I’d buy a used GTC Lusso (v12) instead!
As always, brilliant in depth review with no nonsense.
Always been a Porsche fan ever since I was before I was in my teens. But the A110, would be where my money would going.
Been driving my 911sc for 40 years, absolute love that car - all 204hp. I think this is the year to order another Porsche, this time a 2021 GTS cayman 4.0. Thanks Harry, great review! BTW, not ever going to sell the sc..
Harry, love the 16710, the ghost bezel is fantastic.
Add that to my want list.