In addition to moving backwards and forward, the driver's seat also moves up and down. I'm 6' and have lots of head room, but I'm always sitting at the lowest setting.
Really nice review man! I’m thinking in getting it for my first Porsche. I got a 2002 and a 2003 in sight that I probably will go to see personally next week… Let’s see how does it goes 🙂
Just to let you know - those blanks to the rear of the window switches you think are for the missing quarter windows are actually were the buttons for the heated seats are if fitted (as they're an option).
I've seen several videos claim that the 986.2 came out in 2002. I have to clarify that even though they were available in the Fall of '02, they were 2003 models! The glovebox and added HP and Torque were added to the 2003 model year. I don't keep track of bumper changes!
You stated that the earlier 986 that were 3.2 liters did not have the dual exhaust. That is incorrect my 2001 Boxster S has the stock dual exhaust on it.
The regular non S Boxster has about 220-230 hp whereas the S in the model I had has about 269hp. I haven't driven a non S Boxster so I cannot really say much but there are differences between the two cars. I would go with the S (as I did) just because the price isn't that much more and for the differences I say it makes up for it. Let me know what you end up going with I would love to hear!
Mine had 88k when I bought it and I sold it with about 96k. I never had an issue with the car, it never left me stranded or anything. To be honest though it was a one owner and exceptionally well take care of. If you get a basket case one I’m assuming it’ll be problematic.
I'm making decals for my Boxster. Just the Porsche script on the sides. I have a nice vinyl plotter and can make any kind of decals you want for way less than they sell for. I'll send you one if there is a way for you to get me your address., and tell me what color. I have some black ones made already. I am a artist and have a website, so you can contact me at www.hotpistongraphix.com. I would like to see it on your car in your videos.
I'm glad you wouldn't trade your Z for an S. The Z has faster acceleration. But track comparisons from Japan put the S ahead, the Z brakes fade quickly. I was mad at Nissan for the thugly styling. I think they had the 911 in mind but it's not close in looks or performance; although it's way cheaper and has a lot of horsepower potential. The Z is very labor intensive for repairs, there's no room to work in. Club racing is available for both. The flat six is melodious, but the Z sounds wicked 👍. I think James Dean would pick the 986 S over the 350Z, and so did I, and that pretty much says it all 😛.
@@papatorr3669 It’s a beautiful and fun Roadster. I spend very little on any repairs, and my Z is 18 years old. It’ still turns heads at 18 and I could afford a much more expensive roadster. Don’t care what you would take . I would take the 350 Z Roadster all day everyday
@@GeorgeFitness-yo8bl Touché, I however, would take a 350Z, they sound amazing with an upgraded exhaust. When I decided to upgrade my Base Boxster, right after I sold my MX5 NA on Christmas eve a few weeks ago, I considered every car I could think of at $15k or less: And I picked up a 986.2 S! So when choosing between a Z or an S, I picked an S with my dollars. I live at the foothills of the Smokie mountains. I have several toy cars that don't go to town, only two lane twisty mountain roads. I think I might choose the Z if I was cruisin' or posin' in town. Z cars look awesome at car shows. But even back in the 300ZX days, I had a Supra Turbo. You be the Z guy leaving a post on a 986 S video. I be the 986.1, 986.2 S, Z3 1.9, Z3 3.0 manual, Z3 3.0 Auto, E46 330cic Auto, 330cic Manual, 330xi 6 spd manual, and RX8 manual (favorite handling car, even if not the best handling). Now you know what you don't care that I took, every one of them over the 350Z
Love your car and review. I also bought a 986 (2.7 2004) back in July 2020. I spent quite some time looking at roadsters of all makes but kept coming back to the Porsche - nothing compares to the mid engine flat 6! I look forward to more videos. 👍 By the way - I got golf bag in the rear boot, albeit a carry bag💪
Honestly this is the best under 10k sports car there is in my opinion. It does everything that the others in its category do but better. How is the 2.7 in your Boxster? I haven't had the chance to drive one and want to!
I am torn between aftermarket wheels and the standard 18 inch Carerra wheels mine has. I had them coated in black and they look fantastic especially with my red calipers.
Lmao Porsche went to the trouble to tell you it’s an S. It probably says it on like 6 different places on the interior. But you can always look at the emissions sticker if it says 3.2 it’s a S if it says 2.7 it’s a non S
I like the front bumper and the interior design suits better than 996 with rear seats which looks awful with wool trim .
Hey nice review! Cool martenica mate. The red and white on the turn signal
I have a 2003 Arctic Silver Boxster S also ..... look forward to seeing more great film ....
The color has really grown on me these past few months.
@@evogt8702 It does that hehehe ..... In the flesh it shows off all the curves ....
Your quarter window blanks operate the heated seats in my 1998 986. They actually make it pretty nice with the top down on a cold day.
The fake buttons below the ashtray that are not available in your car are for heated seats
In addition to moving backwards and forward, the driver's seat also moves up and down. I'm 6' and have lots of head room, but I'm always sitting at the lowest setting.
Really nice review man! I’m thinking in getting it for my first Porsche. I got a 2002 and a 2003 in sight that I probably will go to see personally next week… Let’s see how does it goes 🙂
Let me know!
Just to let you know - those blanks to the rear of the window switches you think are for the missing quarter windows are actually were the buttons for the heated seats are if fitted (as they're an option).
* where the buttons for the heated seats are 🙈
Thank you for the information! I didn’t know that I assumed Porsche parts binned from the 911 lol
I've seen several videos claim that the 986.2 came out in 2002. I have to clarify that even though they were available in the Fall of '02, they were 2003 models! The glovebox and added HP and Torque were added to the 2003 model year. I don't keep track of bumper changes!
You stated that the earlier 986 that were 3.2 liters did not have the dual exhaust. That is incorrect my 2001 Boxster S has the stock dual exhaust on it.
Looking at a '03 Boxster S at the moment..
Actually prefer the egg headlights, more reminiscent of earlier Porsche
I appreciate your review
great video very extensive well done
Glad you liked it!
thanks bro
needed this review
I’ll throw in a picture..... where 😂
Lmao the editing software messed it up and I didn't notice it until I uploaded the video. My bad wont happen next time.
Chill brah
I believe that after WWII car paint became more bland and standard looking due to paint prices and the economy dropping.
I'm about to buy one, can you tell me if the regular non-s mode slower and how's the handling?
The regular non S Boxster has about 220-230 hp whereas the S in the model I had has about 269hp. I haven't driven a non S Boxster so I cannot really say much but there are differences between the two cars. I would go with the S (as I did) just because the price isn't that much more and for the differences I say it makes up for it.
Let me know what you end up going with I would love to hear!
..have a shot every time he's saying "you know". I got dizzy really fast
The steering wheel telescopes out and in. I'm also 5-11 and I have plenty of room.
thats weird i am looking at a 2003 boxster and it has amber headlights
Are they reliable? Would you buy one with 90k+ miles??
Mine had 88k when I bought it and I sold it with about 96k. I never had an issue with the car, it never left me stranded or anything. To be honest though it was a one owner and exceptionally well take care of. If you get a basket case one I’m assuming it’ll be problematic.
@@evogt8702 theres one with 120k. Idk if its worth. Ive yet to see it in person
@@delgande make sure you get a ppi for sure
20 minutes and you don’t even drive it? How do you review a car and not drive it?
I did a separate video where I drove it. Was an editing mistake on my end. Sorry for the confusion hope you watch the driving video!
There is no word “ Funner “
You say you love your car, but you treat it like a garbage CAN !!!😂🤣😂
I don’t know why spending 6 of the 20 minutes review on the plastic of the lights... 🤦🏻♂️
I'm making decals for my Boxster. Just the Porsche script on the sides. I have a nice vinyl plotter and can make any kind of decals you want for way less than they sell for. I'll send you one if there is a way for you to get me your address., and tell me what color. I have some black ones made already. I am a artist and have a website, so you can contact me at www.hotpistongraphix.com. I would like to see it on your car in your videos.
I wouldn't trade my mint 2004 Nissan 350 Z Roadster for that car at any time. Z more fun to drive better looking and no maintenance!
“Better looking” to each their own
To me 350z roadster is one of the ugliest cars. It made me angry to look at.
I'm glad you wouldn't trade your Z for an S. The Z has faster acceleration. But track comparisons from Japan put the S ahead, the Z brakes fade quickly. I was mad at Nissan for the thugly styling. I think they had the 911 in mind but it's not close in looks or performance; although it's way cheaper and has a lot of horsepower potential. The Z is very labor intensive for repairs, there's no room to work in. Club racing is available for both. The flat six is melodious, but the Z sounds wicked 👍. I think James Dean would pick the 986 S over the 350Z, and so did I, and that pretty much says it all 😛.
@@papatorr3669 It’s a beautiful and fun Roadster. I spend very little on any repairs, and my Z is 18 years old. It’ still turns heads at 18 and I could afford a much more expensive roadster. Don’t care what you would take . I would take the 350 Z Roadster all day everyday
@@GeorgeFitness-yo8bl Touché, I however, would take a 350Z, they sound amazing with an upgraded exhaust. When I decided to upgrade my Base Boxster, right after I sold my MX5 NA on Christmas eve a few weeks ago, I considered every car I could think of at $15k or less: And I picked up a 986.2 S! So when choosing between a Z or an S, I picked an S with my dollars. I live at the foothills of the Smokie mountains. I have several toy cars that don't go to town, only two lane twisty mountain roads. I think I might choose the Z if I was cruisin' or posin' in town. Z cars look awesome at car shows. But even back in the 300ZX days, I had a Supra Turbo. You be the Z guy leaving a post on a 986 S video. I be the 986.1, 986.2 S, Z3 1.9, Z3 3.0 manual, Z3 3.0 Auto, E46 330cic Auto, 330cic Manual, 330xi 6 spd manual, and RX8 manual (favorite handling car, even if not the best handling). Now you know what you don't care that I took, every one of them over the 350Z
What a terrible body work on that boxster!! I wouldn't even pay for that cheap work. Shameful!
You destroyed this beautiful car with those taillights and the worst those black wheels !!!
🤮🤮🤮 !!!!
Quotations "Great Review"
I love my 2001 Boxster S, just serviced it at 138,000 miles still runs great!
They are ugly af tho
@@leoparkkinen6526 LMMMMMAAAAOOOOO
@@leoparkkinen6526 what car do you drive?
@@leoparkkinen6526 Oh No! I had a beautiful 986, and now I have an even beautifuler 986 S! If I'd only known!
How much have you spent on maintenance over the years and is still running these days?
time to get the martenitsa away and replace it with an icon or something
Love your car and review. I also bought a 986 (2.7 2004) back in July 2020. I spent quite some time looking at roadsters of all makes but kept coming back to the Porsche - nothing compares to the mid engine flat 6! I look forward to more videos. 👍 By the way - I got golf bag in the rear boot, albeit a carry bag💪
Honestly this is the best under 10k sports car there is in my opinion. It does everything that the others in its category do but better. How is the 2.7 in your Boxster? I haven't had the chance to drive one and want to!
I have a 2001 S in Arctic silver.
Adding my black 18 inch aftermarket wheels and graphics , really improved the look.
I am torn between aftermarket wheels and the standard 18 inch Carerra wheels mine has. I had them coated in black and they look fantastic especially with my red calipers.
I got my 986 S with 18" Cayman aluminum finish wheels.
Would I fit in one comfortably? 1.90 /6’3
Only one way to find out, test drive one and see how it fits.
Im thinking to get a 2.5 or a 2.7 are they very different in performance??
And is it expensive to own?
Man this car doesnt have any parallel gaps on it. Hope you didnt give more than 5K-s for it.
How do I know if it's s or non s
Lmao Porsche went to the trouble to tell you it’s an S. It probably says it on like 6 different places on the interior. But you can always look at the emissions sticker if it says 3.2 it’s a S if it says 2.7 it’s a non S
@@evogt8702 thanks man I really appreciate it
I have 2002 S but it has a different bumper with silver fin inserts, and amber lights. I think I like mine better.
One more air quote and I'm out...
inside looking like ah b14
the whole intro “✌🏻”
10:00 "Lemar racing" 🤭
Where you got that Martenitsa from? Bulgarian friends?😂
My grandmother made it
Fantastic!
Check out the Fister exhaust, I have it on my 2000 Boxster S, it rocks!
I sold the car about 3 months ago, but I always wanted a louder more GT3 style sound and the fister just didn’t do it for me.
Facelift was in 03 not 02
For the U.S. in Europe it was 02