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Sealobo · Feb 28, 2006, 05:43 AM

It's a manual 987 in basalt black with natural leather interior, also in black.

Delivery in June/July. I am bumped.

badidea · 07:27 AM

Real men do not buy a Boxster!

(have fun with it)

Dr.Michael · 09:31 AM

Originally Posted by badidea

Real men do not buy a Boxter!

(have fun with it)

Bullsh...t.
The boxster is one of the most esthetically designed convertibles I have ever seen.

You are just envious that you cannot drive a convertible up there in HH because the rain would permanently flood your car

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Have a lot of fun with it

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Sealobo · Feb 28, 2006, 07:03 AM

guys... it's "Boxster"!

BOXer engine + roadSTER

TETENAL · Feb 28, 2006, 07:06 AM

This thread is worthless without pixsters.

Post some of the chicks you are going to impress with your new car.

moonmonkey · Feb 28, 2006, 07:07 AM

I spent the night in a 944 and woke up with a black rubber stripe on my forehead from the dashboard melting in the morning sun. Hope the interiors have improved since then.

Im sure I will see you driving about when I get to HK in April.

badidea · Feb 28, 2006, 07:38 AM

Originally Posted by Dr.Michael

You are just envious that you cannot drive a convertible up there in HH because the rain would permanently flood your car

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Yes, Sir - I am not!

I'd rather get a Peugeout 404 for the rainy days...

IceEnclosure · Feb 28, 2006, 08:34 AM

big wheels and a good rollbar with harness belts is a good way to make a Boxster a tough car.

ajprice · Feb 28, 2006, 08:37 AM

Aren't Boxster's bought by people who can't afford a 911?

(runs away)

Sealobo · Feb 28, 2006, 09:31 AM

yeah, i can't really "afford" a 911, but i am still young, so it's ok. ;-)

brapper · Feb 28, 2006, 10:17 AM

niiiiice. Can I drive it some time?

Goldfinger · Feb 28, 2006, 10:56 AM

The 2.7 or the 3.2 ?

olePigeon · Feb 28, 2006, 12:57 PM

Originally Posted by ajprice

Aren't Boxster's bought by people who can't afford a 911?

No. As my old man put it, "I can break any California speed limit in second gear." That's with the Boxster. It doesn't make sense to buy a 911. Of course, after all the options he put on it, it cost as much as a base 911.

His wife got one, too after her Jaguar fell apart (yeah, they still suck.)

Yes, my dad's rich. No, I don't see any money. If I did, I wouldn't be using a 7-year-old computer and driving a 94 Toyota.

Mr Kino · Feb 28, 2006, 01:41 PM

PIctures please. =)

OreoCookie · Feb 28, 2006, 01:52 PM

Niiiice! Although a Cayman is tempting, too. Unfortunately, it'll be several years until I can even think of buying a plain-vanilla car

<edit>On a funny note, I found out that I earn as much as a professor in Italy during his first year

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jebjeb · Feb 28, 2006, 06:34 PM

Nice one ,Sealobo!

As asked by Goldfinger, is it the Boxster or Boxster S? Both fantastic anyway.

What options did you go for?

Sealobo · 03:08 AM

i got the base Boxster 2.7 and i threw in quite a list of options; i got Cayman S' wheels because the standard 17" wheel looks pretty cheap. I got the sport steering wheel, the same one you can find in the Carrera S where the airbag cushion is round instead of trianglar. I got the entire interior in black natural leather, replacing the standard plastic and "leather" alike. I got some additional aluminum here and there, such as the door handle and the shift lever. And i got this great no-charge option: replacing the standard seat with sports leather seat, where i forgo the electronic adjustment function (back/forth/up/down with back tilting still electronic) and memory in return for much better look and lateral support.

Many things come in standard here in Hong Kong, such as the bi-xenon, headlamp cleaning system, parking distance control etc.

O yeah and i got this speed yellow instrument dials with leather around the instrument cluster. This is insane.

edit : spelling

ReggieX · Feb 28, 2006, 09:44 PM

Congrats! Though I swear, I'll never own another car with a black interior ever again, especially not one with a lot of window area.

IceEnclosure · Mar 1, 2006, 01:51 AM

Originally Posted by Sealobo

i got the base Boxster 2.7 and i thought in quite a list of options; i got Cayman S' wheels because the standard 17" wheel looks pretty cheap. I got the sport steering wheel, the same one you can find in the Carrera S where the airbag cushion is round instead of trianglar. I got the entire interior in black natural leather, replacing the standard plastic and "leather" alike. I got some additional aluminum here and there, such as the door handle and the shift lever. And i got this great no-charge option: replacing the standard seat with sports leather seat, where i forgo the electronic adjustment function (back/forth/up/down with back tilting still electronic) and memory in return for much better look and lateral support.

Many things come in standard here in Hong Kong, such as the bi-xenon, headlamp cleaning system, parking distance control etc.

O yeah and i got this speed yellow instrument dials with leather around the instrument cluster. This is insane.

nice option set, love the dials with the leather!

are these the wheels?

Sealobo · Mar 1, 2006, 02:49 AM

yup... those are the wheels!

Sealobo · Mar 1, 2006, 03:09 AM

Originally Posted by ReggieX

Congrats! Though I swear, I'll never own another car with a black interior ever again, especially not one with a lot of window area.

why?

PB2K · 05:38 PM

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yesterday's poor man's porsche. the car you ordered looks pretty good though. i'm sure you will enjoy it, porsches are very reliable (but a bit boring to drive, it relies so heavely on electronics, you hear beeps all around you )

IceEnclosure · Mar 1, 2006, 04:00 AM

Originally Posted by PB2K

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yesterday's poor man's porsche. the car you ordered looks pretty good though. i'm sure you will enjoy it, porsches are very reliable (but a bit boring to drive)

who are you, The Stig?

Boxster is not akin to a 924/944/928 in any form

boring to drive? a Boxster? a 911? a freakin' 911 TT??

PB2K · Mar 1, 2006, 06:36 AM

i drove a carrera, it's so safe, its almost no fun anymore. when i steer into a corner, suddenly oversteer, beep, electronics kick in. when i kickdown, beep, electronics kick in.

Sealobo · Mar 1, 2006, 06:39 AM

well... you could have those electronics switched off... no?

i suspect most of those who can afford a 911 might not be very good at driving... let alone to handle 300+ horses. These annoying tech could be saving lives out there on a daily basis.

wallinbl · Mar 1, 2006, 08:28 AM

Originally Posted by Sealobo

why?

Depends on where you live, I guess. I live in Florida - black leather (or vinyl) + windows = insanely hot seats. So hot that you can't actually let the back of your thighs touch it. Remember that guy that burned his wang using his PowerBook in his boxer shorts? That's how hot your seats will get down here. What's really cool is that after a few years, a cheap steering wheel will start to melt and get all sticky and soft.

olePigeon · Mar 1, 2006, 02:31 PM

Originally Posted by Sealobo

i got the base Boxster 2.7 and i threw in quite a list of options; i got Cayman S' wheels because the standard 17" wheel looks pretty cheap.

My dad did the exact same thing. It was like seeing a spare tire on a raised pickup.

Originally Posted by Sealobo

O yeah and i got this speed yellow instrument dials with leather around the instrument cluster. This is insane.

But did you get the leather trim fuse box?

Hehe, some of those options are just silly. But I guess if you have the money...

Doofy · Mar 1, 2006, 02:42 PM

Originally Posted by olePigeon

No. As my old man put it, "I can break any California speed limit in second gear." That's with the Boxster. It doesn't make sense to buy a 911.

Dude, a 1.6 Ford Focus will do 75 in second.
So on those grounds, what's the point in buying a Boxster?

Goldfinger · Mar 1, 2006, 02:52 PM

Originally Posted by Sealobo

well... you could have those electronics switched off... no?

Not really. PSM has this annoying habbit to constantly turn itself on after you turned it off.

If I were to buy a Porsche it would definitely be the Cayman. Best Porsche ever IMHO. I would do a custom order and ask to put in an LSD though.

The 911 has become a poser car. They aren't cool anymore. I like the boxster more because it's, smaller, light, etc and well...it's cheaper.

Alezone · 05:38 PM

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IceEnclosure · Mar 1, 2006, 05:13 PM

My friend's dad has a 930 Turbo, 4-speed manual. It's got a 3.6L and exhaust, nice wide wheels and it's just pretty ridiculous. A handful, but a lot of fun!

I've driven plenty of 3000lb 300++RWHP cars in my time, so my fun may be someone elses nightmare! (I know Porshes have very different handling characteristics than front-engine rides, but being able to keep the power in check in any car is vital. Basically, pay attention.

Annoying electronic handling aids are perfect for the wealthy non-drivin' SOB.

*Driver mod is always the most important modification one can apply to any vehicle.

jebjeb · Mar 1, 2006, 05:45 PM

Originally Posted by IceEnclosure

*Driver mod is always the most important modification one can apply to any vehicle.

So true!

That is one of the things that annoys me about the C32. Even when you "turn off" the ESP/Traction control, it is never fully off and will reengage when it thinks you have fully overstepped the limit. Actually, to be honest, it has a decent limit and for most of the time when I really want to drive the pants off it, it allows me a decent amount of drift. However, it would be great to have a three stage system, like many Beemers, with On, Semi off (like the "off" mode is now) and fully off. Would probably still only use the fully off mode 1-5% of the time but it would be nice to have full control over MY car.

Also, by the sounds of people here, too many of you listen to Jeremy Clarkson. Great entertainer, ridiculously crap car reviewer. Top Gear is only good for watching guys mucking about in cars. if you want a realistic review, read something like Evo. The 911 and Boxster are still fantastic cars and have are still relatively light compared to their competitors. It is nice to see a manufacturer more concerned with the whole package rather than just shoving in heaps of power to counter act the increased weight of most cars this date (read BMW and yes, Mercedes).

Sealobo · Mar 1, 2006, 08:42 PM

Originally Posted by olePigeon

But did you get the leather trim fuse box?

Hehe, some of those options are just silly. But I guess if you have the money...

yeah i noticed that when i went throught the list. nah... that thing is just as good as the leather rear view mirror... where you don't really see the leather.

Sealobo · Mar 1, 2006, 08:53 PM

Originally Posted by Goldfinger

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If I were to buy a Porsche it would definitely be the Cayman. Best Porsche ever IMHO. I would do a custom order and ask to put in an LSD though.

The 911 has become a poser car. They aren't cool anymore. I like the boxster more because it's, smaller, light, etc and well...it's cheaper.

Here's how i put it:

911: an icon. don't like the RR arrangement but in terms of look and feel, it's the best. Heritage is a big plus.

Cayman: Great car, make so much more sense over the 911 just by the location of the engine. however it looks too muscular from the back and the lines and shades are a bit too much. For me simplicity is beauty, and 911 has it over the Cayman.

Boxster: Obviously a cheap Porsche (i still remember when the 986 first came out, people were saying Porsche had just downgraded itself by making a half-assed 911), but better value than the Carrera any day of the week. For like 60% of the $ you're almost just as happy. Not as tense as the Cayman, and honestly i think the Boxster looks better.

wdlove · Mar 1, 2006, 09:28 PM

I wish you all the best with your new car. The most important thing is that you like and enjoy the car.

broxy5 · Mar 1, 2006, 10:59 PM

Drive it like you stole it!

Drives me nuts to see people buy fun cars and not use them because they are too precious. Nice car byt the way. Enjoy it.

Andy8 · Mar 1, 2006, 11:30 PM

Originally Posted by Sealobo

It's a manual 987 in basalt black with natural leather interior, also in black.

Delivery in June/July. I am bumped.

Excellent - I shall watch for you speeding down Garden Road on your way into IFC2 Carpark

cjrivera · Mar 1, 2006, 11:48 PM

Congrats!

Those things are great little cars and a blast to drive. I took one for a test drive when I was looking for a car, and it was a load of fun. (It probably would have been a better experience had the salesman not come along for the test drive...)

The lack of a backseat kinda threw it out of contention for me.

Andy8 · Jun 21, 2006, 05:36 PM

Originally Posted by Sealobo

It's a manual 987 in basalt black with natural leather interior, also in black.

Delivery in June/July. I am bumped.

Have you got it already?

RAILhead · Jun 21, 2006, 05:49 PM

ugh, nm

rickey939 · Jun 21, 2006, 05:54 PM

This Boxster is cheaper...

Salty · Jun 21, 2006, 06:51 PM

Dude and i was excited about the pair of roller blades I bought recently...

OreoCookie · Jun 21, 2006, 07:00 PM

Last month I got a bike and I still AM excited

I couldn't even imagine being able to afford such a car and with my current career choice, chances are good, I never will …

Spook E · Jun 21, 2006, 08:06 PM

Originally Posted by Salty

Dude and i was excited about the pair of roller blades I bought recently...

ZOMG!!!

ROLLERBLADES!! Are we entering a 90s revival or something? What's next pink lycra and hypercolour t-shirts

ZOINKS!

MacSpeakers · Jun 21, 2006, 09:53 PM

The Boxster was designed by a graduate of the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design.

MacSpeakers · Jun 21, 2006, 09:55 PM

Originally Posted by Doofy

Dude, a 1.6 Ford Focus will do 75 in second.
So on those grounds, what's the point in buying a Boxster?

You get there a lot quicker.

Boxsters are okay, but I'd rather spend the money on a few sweet used cars and a vacation.

Kevin · Jun 22, 2006, 06:25 AM

Originally Posted by olePigeon

Yes, my dad's rich. No, I don't see any money.

Welcome to the club.

Well my dad would give me money if I needed it.

Originally Posted by Spook E

ZOMG!!!

ROLLERBLADES!! Are we entering a 90s revival or something? What's next pink lycra and hypercolour t-shirts

ZOINKS!

I still have a rain washed hypercolor Jane's Addiction Tshirt from 1990.

besson3c · Jun 22, 2006, 06:53 AM

Originally Posted by Salty

Dude and i was excited about the pair of roller blades I bought recently...

Your friend was excited about your roller blades, so you can go blading with him?

Peter · Jun 22, 2006, 07:30 AM

Boxster is a ladys car

MacSpeakers · Jun 22, 2006, 08:22 AM

Originally Posted by Peter

Boxster is a ladys car

So's the 911. I see 911s all the time driven by women. I think I actually see more young dudes in boxsters than I do in 911s. And more women in 911s than in boxsters. It's weird that way.