Used 2013 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M) Consumer Reviews
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Step on the gas, wipe that tear away!
smerdyakov, Virginia Beach, VA, 08/23/2015
updated 08/21/2016
Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I traded a base Boxster for an S. I made the trade not because I wanted higher performance (although the S is significantly faster) but because I couldn't find a base car with the parking assist and sports chrono options that I wanted. I eventually found the car that I wanted at Porsche of Fayetteville, where I received outstanding assistance from Mr. Robert Lee. The difference in feel between the base car and the S is remarkable. If one didn't know, one would think that they were entirely different cars instead of two variations on the same theme. This is the 10th Porsche that I have owned, and clearly the best of them all. I strongly suggest finding a good used car with a warranty. The MSRP on a well-optioned car will easily go into the mid-70's, and a used car will usually be available for much less. I also suggest using the preowned search feature on the Porsche website, which is how I found my car. Porsche: there is no substitute! Update after six months: there is still no substitute. I can't think of another sports car, regardless of price, that I would rather own.
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2013 Boxster S
gmg66, Sunnyvale, CA, 03/07/2014
Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I've had my Boxster for about one year and have put 2,500 miles on it. The overall fit and finish, and build quality on the car is extremely high. I have not had any problems with it. It's a blast to drive. As another review stated, it is deceptively fast. I ordered my car with the 6MT and the shifting is the best of any car I've ever driven - the location and feel are just perfect. The handling surprised me - the rear end slides out on fast corners but in a very controlled manner which just contributes to the fun to drive factor. Overall a great driving, very high quality, stunning looking car.
A Hollywood Convertible
Four Porsches Later, Keller, TX, 11/23/2020
Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned four Porsches. Loved them all. Three out of four loved me back. Nothing is perfect but a sunny day driving a Boxster or a Boxster S convertible is awfully darn close. THE CASE FOR THE BOXSTER, BOXSTER S This mid engine German car is super fun to drive. For two seat cars it has a bigger interior than many other roadsters. Two smallish trunks can hold several bags of groceries or some medium size soft bags. Ditto for tennis rackets but golf clubs not so much. Top down visibility is good. Wind turbulence in the cabin is fairly calm The base car is well equipped. The S model with the bigger engine is very well equipped. The Bose stereo with its 465 watts goes with any playlist you can imagine. THE CASE AGAINST THE BOXSTER, BOXSTER S People six feet tall can squeeze in but they may not love it. Premium gas is required Mobil One oil changes will be two hundred dollars. There is so much technology that can go wrong and need fixing. That will be expensive unless you buy a CPO car with a two year factory warranty. That includes roadside assistance and trip interuption. A pre purchase inspection by a good Porsche repair shop would be critical to allow you to know what kind of shape the car is in. Repairs are expensive Maintenance is expensive Tires are expensive. Two at a time. Black Porsches show every little smudge and swirl. Drive through car washes are not good for your car. The three bucket car wash is recommended by owners. Your car comes with big thick books by the same people who invented kindergarten. Consult them before heading to the repair shop. Attention to details is key with a Porsche. You are going to field a lot of questions about your car. A lot. Mustangs and Camaros will try to race you. A lot. You are going to volunteer to run errands in your car. A lot. Driving on curvy roads will make you feel glad you picked this car. So will driving on straight roads because they are just that fun. This
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2013 Boxster S blue/blue roof/grey
ttibio, Fort Wayne, IN, 07/25/2012
Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
26 of 34 people found this review helpful
Took delivery late June to replace a 996. Pretty much fully loaded with PDK, Sport Chrono, etc. It is an excellent looking vehicle - I had ordered it sight-unseen in January but was not disappointed. Maybe a bit fussy versus the 991, but that is too much of a grand tourer now. Not really budget constrained, but do think that at $80k I paid, the base+6spd starts to look GREAT value. The PDK is incredibly snappy, steering/handling super sharp, etc. - its just as the reviewers reviewed it - an excellent driver all round. Not sure the interior is super luxe - bit plasticky if you look around a bit. Anyway it gets an A-. Like it a lot and will keep it a long time I am sure.
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b volin, Englishtown, NJ, 01/03/2018
Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
this is my third Boxster having previously owning a 2008 Boxster, a 2007 Boxster s and now a 2013 s 6 speed. this car is the Swiss army knives of sports cars having multiple personalities based on how its driven, cruising along at 2500 rpm provides a comfortable and economical commute, however, dropping down 1 or 2 gears and winding the car out to its red line provides both a driving and auditory experience that few other cars can match.
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