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Stellar. Wow. Great only car for 2.
Bailey, 09/21/2010
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
This car has been a revelation. The build quality, design, and performance consistently and continuously impress. This car is something special. This is our only car. We have rely on it to perform all missions under all conditions. After 4 months, 8000 miles, and a few multi-day road trips, we have no regrets. It is comfortable, capable, safe, well designed, beautifully made and finished, and does everything. Golf clubs fit. Luggage for 2 fits easily. Go-crazy shopping trips, speed bumps, steep driveways, dirt roads and rain are no problem. The Porsche Boxster adds an element of beauty and excitement and beauty to everyday life that everyone should experience.
One test drive
RonB, 01/08/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Experienced BMW owner including the Z-4. On a whim, test drove the S and could not rest comfortably until I bought it. Made the Z-4 feel like a go-cart. Gas prices or not, I make up reasons to drive somewhere.
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There is no subsitute
Slick Shift, 10/17/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster RS 60 Spyder 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Replacing my aging s2000 was difficult. Buying the RS60 was easy. There was no comparison. Price of admission was high, but the Porsche selectable suspension system coupled with smooth kick in the pants engine power, killer brakes, handling, and selectable exhaust makes an enthusiast dream come though. The car felt like home immediately. Rare and beautiful gray interior and that classic exterior makes my tail wag when the garage door opens. At 6 ft plus plenty of room and comfort. Bose system sounds very good when I am not listening to that beautiful exhaust note. Fit and finish is fantastic and having two trunks is even better. Ride comfort superb. It is a sensational auto that is a blast.
perfection?
Zenith, 07/23/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned many sports cars. Previously owned a NC Miata and Nissan 300ZX TT. I hoped and was successful combining the best features of each car with the Boxster S. It's an all out blast to drive. Quick, nimble, powerful, classic good looks and with great exhaust sound. It loves winding mountain roads and hates logging trucks! Get the factory short throw shifter if you really love driving.
Perfection
Jared, 10/03/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster Limited Edition S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
There is no such thing as the perfect car, as I found out by going through 25 of them in 7 years. At least that is what I thought until this car. If you are considering a sports car and a Boxster is in your budget then you absolutely must drive one. I have owned cars that were faster in a straight line (2 Vipers, 4 Corvettes, and an 03 Mustang Cobra), but none of them felt the way this car does. The smoothness of this car is just flat out incredible. It does everything so well, and I can't really describe it, but it just feels good no matter what kind of driving you are doing. Of course it is at its best when you are doing aggressive driving on your favorite curvy road. Yes it is perfect.
Fun to drive, exhilaration, hesitation
HoustonOwner, 10/18/2009
2009 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2009 Boxster for about a month. I love the car but I'm having an issue with hesitation. The dealer's computer doesn't find any problems with the engine, but the car clearly hesitates sometimes. I'm not sure if the problem is with the PDK. It feels more like a problem with fuel injection. It's very annoying. From a dead stop when I press the gas pedal, I want the car to GO, not sputter and cough. What's the deal Porsche?
Many Miles of Smiles (with some maintenance)
David S, 10/01/2018
updated 01/03/2025
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
My 2010 Base Boxster is an unusual car in many ways. It has a surprising amount of storage both inside the car (six compartments worth inside since I don't have Bose but I do have SPP and no CD changer), two trunks, and an auxiliary storage box in the front. All this storage makes the car so much easier to live with from a practical perspective. The “fronk” will hold two legal airplane rollies...and you still have a large (though shallow) trunk in the back for duffels and other squishy stuff. The only downsize is that you can’t put large hard-framed items inside the car (such as a 24” x 36” picture)....but how often do you need that capability? It’s a strange review that starts off lauding a Porsche convertible for its storage capabilities, but that’s just one thing setting this series (987.2) apart certainly from other convertibles and even from newer Boxsters. My Boxster also has European tri-colored tail lights, which is a huge plus to me (it’s a thoughtful safety touch). OK. Let’s get down to business: This is a Porsche and it’s all about handling and acceleration and braking...and naturally the Porsche excels in all three areas, even with this Base Boxster. By modern standards, the car is relatively slow (0-60 in 5.4sec). The 2.9L flat six sounds glorious when revved (in contrast, the 2.0T4 in the new Boxster sounds like a cross between an air-cooled VW and a Subaru 4). However, the PFI 2.9L isn’t the engine of choice if you want real speed: That belongs to the S models and its DFI 3.4L. Still, the car is plenty speedy especially when you’re the only one in the car and keeps pulling past 65 MPH. The handling, though, is truly telepathic. Provided you have top quality rubber (Michelin PS4s or equivalent (I'm running on Pilot Super Sports), the car handles around corners like it’s on rails. All handling and braking aspects spoil you for any other car. Also pleasant: The ride isn’t punishing. Oh, no one will mistake the ride for that of a Mercedes S class, but your Subaru WRX/STi and Mitsubishi Lancer Evo friends will think they’re in a limo. Every trip in this car is a pleasure, particularly with the PDK. If I had to do it all over again, I might have opted for the S version and given up a bunch of vacations for the faster engine. About my Radio CDR30 + Sound Package Plus (SPP): Replacing the radio from all accounts is an extremely difficult proposition because of the optic cable integration with the rest of the electronics. Replacing the speakers is apparently an another headache-inducing OCD experience. 'Ya know: The sound quality is adequate and on that basis I'm leaving things alone until something truly breaks. Bluetooth integration with my new iPhone iOS 14.3 for making calls (initiated via Siri) is OK though Waze sometimes plays directions via Bluetooth on a random basis. Apple CarPlay this isn't. Dec 2020 Pandemic Update: So, it was time for some maintenance. I was getting some growling noises in the power steering and thought it was time to check things out under the hood (or should I say mid-engine cowl cover). After doing lots of research and watching a number of Youtube videos, I decided to add PS fluid (Pentosin), replace my engine air filter (Wix) and replace my cabin air filter in the fronk. The process of taking off the engine cover was convoluted to say the least and required lots of careful planning and patience. Adding Pentosin CHF 11S was easy; replacing the engine air filter was super tricky (it's all twists and turns)...I could have waited another 10k before doing it, so I was theoretically wasting money but the time/effort to get the engine cover off is so high, one might as well do as much maintenance as possible while under there. I figure I saved at least $400 by doing this work myself. The cabin air filter replacement was also tricky since there's four ridiculous overengineered Torx bolts + cage guarding that air filter, plus a not-well-thought-out wire harness nearby. For anyone about to attempt this service, my strongest recommendation is that you a) watch every video you can, and b) before removing any screw/bolt, put a bunched-up towel under the next screw/bolt removal area to catch it if it falls...because if you lose one, you're toast. Painstaking OCD inducing labor but that's what it takes to work on a Porsche.// Update December 2023: Minor items starting to go such as the elastic straps in the convertible top and the trunk release button (front)…both are common issues. Trying to fix both myself. Update December 2024: Needed new brakes; finally did the transmission fluid replacement. Both were $$$$. I'm starting to think this is a younger-person's car. Still love to drive but it's not an ideal long-distance road trip car unless you're planning to put the top down, in which case, it's gobsmacking amazing.
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If you can afford one, buy one
Jeff, 02/28/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 2008 Boxster S for about 8 months and I am truly impressed. I can't believe the handling, power, styling and just how much fun it is to drive at any speed! I will sometimes just walk out into my garage and stare at this beautiful car. I have a black model with the tan interior, gorgeous. It is a real head turner when clean and shined up. The red calipers on the S are worth the price from a "wow" factor. I just walked through a Porsche showroom again last week and can't really see the reason to pay for more than the Boxster S delivers unless you are a professional driver.
The 'Wow' Factor
SonzTwin, 06/12/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster Limited Edition S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought my S-LE (almost) fully loaded with <6k mi - on eBay from a stranger, sight unseen. "Dumbest move imaginable" turned out to make me the "smartest buy guy" - this is the ONLY way to beat Porsche price-gouging. Sour-grapers sneer, "What's up with the..." or "Who drives an ORANGE car?", but there's no question this baby is a head-turner - more so than the PD or the Spyder. Folks at work I never talked to stop by for chats, strangers walk up wanting to know the name of the color, and little boys run after me in my hood shouting "I LOVE your car!". But that's vanity - what you experience behind the wheel is inSANity! I've named her my "joy toy"!
Yeow
Scott, 04/07/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster RS 60 Spyder 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Stunning looks and performance to match. Sold my 2001 Boxster to get this one. The RS60 is light years ahead. I was surprised at the amount of improvement over what I thought was an already outstanding vehicle. The RS has the 303hp engine and it goes like a scalded cat. Passed my wife on the interstate at xxx mph and she said it sounded like we were at the racetrack. Handling is scarcely believable, especially in sport mode. Acceleration is unexpectedly strong, like being tied to the space shuttle. It's a little slippery on wet roads, but stable unless you do something seriously juvenile. The brakes: phenomenal, really kind of otherworldly in their ability to get you to zero in a hurry.
A little slice of heaven
new porsche lover, 06/05/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have never had a more enjoyable car. Never having owned a sports car, as I drove it off the lot I wondered if I would grow tired of the sports car feel and handling. After half a year, the answer is a resounding no! Never have I been behind the wheel of a more responsive, powerful, or elegant machine. Aside from initial confusion over the radio controls, I have no complaints. The handling is magnificent, and she brakes on a dime. What you want, she does. I have had no major problems from a reliability standpoint, and for my purposes, the amount of storage is more than adequate for a car of this type. Heaven, indeed, and worth every Penny.
One Beautiful Sports Car
James, 05/12/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Just got this car and stayed up half the night driving it around with the top down. It feels so good with the top down. The handling is top notch. You can feel the quality built into this car. Drove the 370z and even though it had more bells and whistles it wasn't near as fun to drive as the Boxster S. Plus chicks love a Porsche and that alone is worth the extra coin.
Don't drive one(unless you're ready to buy)
mrdrama, 07/27/2013
2010 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Still in honeymoon period/Looking for reasons to drive.My third Porsche and second Boxster,all bought used,which is for me ,the only po$$ible way to go.The upgrade from my early(986) car is night and day:ride,handling,"infotainment"(get the PCM/BOSE)you name it -all superior...The base car is very nice ,but the S,with direct injection and extra urge will sway you.The "S" is for Serious-people who claim the Boxster is not a "real Porsche",are delusional, or simply haven't driven a 2009 or later one.
Along came a Spyder
jaci, 10/16/2010
2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The back to basic Spyder is living up to its Best Handling Car in America status. Everything I expected and more. The car is not for everyone as Porsche readily admits, but it is a car for the purist. And it will not disappoint.
Bought a 2008 Base Boxster.....great car! `
Kent, 11/07/2016
updated 11/07/2017
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The car is a total joy to drive. Being a long time car buff it is one of the nicest cars I have ever owned and I have had many. The Boxster handles very well and you will want to find every curvy road in your area to experience the handling of the car. Comfort is good and even though I am 6'2" I still fit pretty well. The interior is top notch and very easy to use. The exterior is typical Porsche...SEXY. Bought my Boxster used and it only had 14k miles on the odo. Got a great deal and am very happy I made the move to buy it.
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Fabulous ride
GG, 10/24/2019
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
It's a great car to drive. Responds and handles well, relatively good on gas, looks great on the road. I just added a windscreen behind the seats and having the top down is now even more enjoyable, if that's possible. First Porsche I've owned, and I'm quite impressed with it.
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Life is short. Get a Boxster
Boxster 25, 03/15/2023
2008 Porsche Boxster RS 60 Spyder 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned a 2001 Boxster, a 2013 Boxster S, a 2018 Boxster, a 2014 Boxster, and now a 2008 Boxster RS 60. The RS 60 is my all time favorite. The mid engine balance, the low center of gravity, the sport suspension and the sport exhaust note make the RS 60 my all time favorite. That is not even counting the red interior with the white gauges and the sport chronometer or the razor sharp steering. The seat bolsters put you in a comfortable driving position. Yes there are lot of buttons but you will sort them out. The stereo and the audio are less than great but turn up the exhaust note and you will forget all about them. The fit and finish on this car fifteen years later is still terrific. So is the drive or the race or the road trip. As much as I liked all the other Boxster editions the RS 60 is my first choice. If you can get your hands on one, don't let go.
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Rock solid dependable awesome fun!
johnc8551, 01/17/2012
2009 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the best balanced car I've ever owned with no handling faults I can even think of. It's just an all around fun car to drive and care for. Oil changes and other maintenance is a bit expensive, but the maintenance intervals are spaced far enough apart that although each service is rather expensive ($450+), they don't come often enough to be excessive - especially for a car of this level. Like a loyal hunting dog, it just begs to go and play every time I walk into the garage. No unscheduled problems, so far with 32K miles on the odo.
Any Porsche = Great Sports Car
KS, 07/19/2010
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had my Boxster 2.9 for about a month and I enjoy it with every drive. There is really something special about driving a Porsche considering its racing heritage and legendary 911 roots plotted in the Boxster, it's just a great fun cruiser Not a racing machine. In my opinion the manual 6spd transmission is the only way to go and the clutch/shifter feel is very precise, the gas pedal has way too much resistance for my taste, I am getting used to it though. Hill start assist is also something that takes getting used to, I prefer not to have it because on uphill traffic it could be very annoying. My previous car was 2007 Infiniti M45 and I really wanted a driver's car with style, Boxster was it!
For the money, maybe the best Porsche ever!
Jim Dario, 11/14/2015
updated 05/20/2016
2011 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Met a member of the Porsche racing team this past Summer at Watkins Glen, and asked him his thoughts on the 2011 Boxster Spyder. His response, "Maybe my favorite Porsche ever...don't ever sell it, and if you do, Call me" I think that says all you need to know!
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My second Boxster
Susan, 07/31/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 05 Boxster (purchased brand new) for a new 08. I love my Boxster. Style, class, name, prestige, and oh yes, it is a hot little car. You won't be disappointed with this car. For me it handles better than a 911 because the engine is in the middle.
2500 miles of joy
drmikeic, 10/24/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My new RED 2008 Boxster listed for $53,960.00 was able to get it for $45,300.00 It is wise to shop around. There is no need to go for the "S" model, stay with 18" wheels.The car is perfect in every way. Excellent heat, cold in ct. I drive it in 40 degree weather and am very warm. Get the wind stop however. The finish, build quality is beyond BMW, last car was a 2006 mz4. The ride is comfortable at 80 mph on interstate or 30 mph around town. The two trunks carry everything a normal person would carry, I even put my backpack leaf blower in trunk. As far as visual it is a breathtaking auto from all angles. Watch out for "racers," they always want to race you. Smile and let them go, your car is a joy.
Too much fun
Jim, 01/27/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Went to the local Porsche dealer to look at a used 95 Ferrari and spotted a Boxster S on the floor. I decided to take it for a spin and it now sits in my garage waiting for Spring. These cars are definitely built with the driver in mind. I doubt if there is a car made that is more well- balanced than a Boxster S.
Boxster review
majormcf, 04/19/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car is awesome and perfect balance of handling and power. I had the first generation boxster and this one is twice the car and I had no complaints with the first one. If you're going to buy one get at least a 12% discount off sticker or go to another dealer. My dealer was supposed to set the locks and headlights and failed to do so. Since I didn't buy it locally I will have to pay a couple hundred bucks out of my pocket for not checking. They also quoted me 50.00 on the tint and then charged me 139.00. Not a big deal but as a repeat customer I expected more, probably will by my next Porsche from someone else.
a great drive
driver, 05/09/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Truly this has to be one of the world's great automobiles. Driving this car on public streets makes one feel sensational. I can only, at this time, imagine how great the car is going to be when I get it on a track at a Porsche driving school. The five speed transmission is a bit of a drawback but that's because I am used to a six speed. Pay up for the six speed if you can, either in the base as an option or in a Spyder or Boxster S. Go for the 18 inch wheels too. Try for the 12% discount like the other guy said, but in reality be happy to get 5%. Definitely shop the car among other dealers but supply does look a bit low. Enjoy!
Fun to Drive
Tom B, 02/20/2010
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased by Boxter in October of 2009 and already have 5000 miles on it. I take it on trips and to work. I live in Reno and have a good number of days with the top down. My previous Boxter was a 2004 and there is no comparison. This car has all the power and acceleration I need and is a blast in the mountains around here.Also the top is quiet. In the 2004 there was considerable wind noise. Unlike my previous Boxter I have not had a single problem or complaint. Maybe the gas mileage could be a tad better but for the performance you get it is quite acceptable.
Grab one if you can
Paul E, 07/24/2022
2010 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2010 Boxster S 3 years ago with 50K miles with a stick shift Guards Red. I bought it because the price was right and I missed having a stick as I bought a 2013 Boxster with a PDK which is also nice but it lacks a connection to the car a stick gives. I have owned lots of sports cars (M3s and M5) and let me tell you this beats them all hands down. Road and Track at the time said the car is elemental and I think this is a very accurate description. The stick is smooth as silk. The last of the Porsches to have a real parking break. For the money they are hard to beat. I love this car and I upgraded the stereo with a Focal system as the base stereo is junk but because the stereo is not tied to the other functions of the car it can be replaced easily and removed back to stock easily. It also has the sport exhaust which is a relatively rare but super nice option as the sound of it with sport exhaust on is awesome and turns heads! It makes a trip to the grocery store feel like an adventure. If you can find a clean one don't hesitate. You can't have mine!
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My 2nd Boxster and I still love it.
SES, 07/21/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 05 for an 08. The changes I noticed were the seats were a bit more conforming (and no I didn't gain weight), and the shifting was a bit looser than the 05 (the 05 had a tighter shifting ratio). I have to get used to it because every time I go into what I think is 3rd it is 5th. I love the feel and look of the car and the ride. The gas mileage is respectable and even though I spend tons of money on a car, I still hate paying high gas prices. Whether you buy a Boxster or a 911, you have that Porsche prestige.
Unbeatable value and performance for a used car
daftab, 02/08/2011
2008 Porsche Boxster RS 60 Spyder 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought a certified pre-owned RS 60 spyder with 30K miles, 2.5 years old, and paid $41K at a dealership (wrnty good to 100K mi or June 2014). The design, performance, fit&finish, and overall driveability are phenomenal. The sport exhaust is absolutely AWESOME!!. I love driving this baby through tunnels with the top down--the sound just stirs the soul! Many you tube videos exist that give nice reviews of the car, but for some reason none really capture the sound all that well. You really have to drive it to hear and feel it adequately. After researching "fun" cars for years, I feel that I couldn't have made a better choice for overall performance and value.
KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK
SGT TS HUTTEN, US ARMY SF, 12/23/2020
2009 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Porsche really knocked the 987.2 out of the park! A super highlight is the 7-speed manual/auto transmission. I searched the country for specific features that were of most interest to me; driving it home from TX to FL was a thrill! Power, handling, agility, shifting, cornering and braking combine for a spectacular package that fits a 6'1", 200 lb. man specifically. I've owned dozens of high-end, exotic sports cars over the years. Given Porsche's 911 engine flaw in recent years, one might argue that the Cheyenne may actually have saved them from financial ruin. When I hear or see "Porsche" I think sports car - not SUV. That said, I'd submit that it was the Boxster that saved Porsche.
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Infamous IMS failure.
Carlissimo, 11/14/2015
2008 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
6 of 33 people found this review helpful
These cars are prone to early engine failure. Research them well before you buy one.
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Porsche Bostwer Review
Katty Luis, 03/19/2008
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
The 2008 Porsche Boxter is a great one person car that is fuel efficient and extremely comfortable. It is a great purchase if you are looking for a one person car.
Like driving a High Tech Video Game
James, 08/21/2009
2008 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
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This car is so fun to drive. It handles likes its on rails and sounds so good that I'm always turning down the $1000 upgraded Bose stereo down so I can hear the 3.4 growl. I love going anywhere now. Haven't said that in a while. This is my daily driver and with the traffic here in town chose the triptronic. I never thought that I would be saying this but I am so glad I went with the Auto. Its like driving a high tech video game. Flying around corners and shifting is a blast. I can also be holding hands with my date and still drive the car like it should be driven.
Awesome Ride! Gotten Lots of compliments.
Mo , 04/23/2021
updated 10/27/2022
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Best car buy I have ever made. The Boxster hugs the road to perfection. Smooth ride and gets plenty of compliments. I’ve driven it for 5 years now and it’s still going strong. No major repairs just tune-up and timely oil/filter changes. Looking forward to trade in and purchase a newer model.
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Size Matters
Doug Tallman, 05/18/2021
updated 05/22/2023
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
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I am a tall guy 6' 3" and have size 15 feet. I need to drive with driving shoes. The shin splints are not fun due to the vertical nature of the accelerator. Cruise control is a must! BUT, the car is a blast to drive and my wife would divorce me if I sold it. She loves driving it. I would give this a solid 5 but seriously, it would be a perfect fit if I were 6 feet tall or less. My son is 2" shorter than I, and he too could use more leg room and tilt to the seatback. It handles great, rev's happily and attracts the radar aim...even when going slower than the crowd. The only thing I hate about the car is the traffic in front of it. UPDATE: 2023. Still like the car, but the plastics are something that needs to be addressed. Frunks switch, door handle, cup holders, easily worn parts. I have fixed 6 parts on my car, the next is the window lift on the passenger side. 730 -950 quotes. All but on of these repairs have been due to plastic being brittle. It's never been a southern car so I wonder if those in the high heat zones find this as well.
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Great convertible
Gio Sailor , 03/11/2023
2008 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
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This is a great convertible. A lot of value for money. Porsche performance in this relatively affordable vintage to purchase used. The 987 gen is quite attractive and has aged very well. Lots of improvements over the original 986. Handling and driving experience is great. It is not very powerful but can be exciting to drive. Reliability is good if well maintained. Maintenance/repair costs can be high. Don't expect a great stereo sound or fine cupholders. It is also fairly noisy at highway speeds, but otherwise quite comfortable and has good seats. More practical than it looks with the two trunks front and rear. Still one of the best sport cars out there after all these years.
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Hard To Find, Great To Drive
Ernest H, 10/28/2023
2008 Porsche Boxster RS 60 Spyder 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
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The RS 60 is a limited edition Porsche with the extra touches that make it a special car. It has 303 Horsepower and Brembo Brakes and two trunks along with a full leather interior and a Bose sound system. The seats have the Porsche crest and the instrument cluster with the white dials gives the interior a racing look. The number of your very limited edition is posted on a plaque over the glove box. Nineteen inch tires and the Porsche active suspension management keep the car glued to the road. If you are able to get your hands on one find the twistiest road you can and attack those curves. See for yourself. And take the long way home.
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The best roadster in it's class
Lead foot, 06/01/2010
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
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Just bought this car last week, fun to drive and super nice to look at. I'm most impressed by its speed, hugs the road on turns. I took few turns at high speeds, car responded beyond my expectations! 7-Speed Porsche Doppelkupplung is a blast. This car will turn heads.
Go get one
Surfinjoe, 08/03/2010
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
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Wow, always wanted one and finally took the leap and it's well worth it. Handles well, PDK is just plain fun and with the top down, well, the sky's the limit. Just an outstanding vehicle.
Elegantly Thrilling, Brutal Silk Bow Tie!
Objective Owner, 05/17/2023
2010 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
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I have searched for a used 2009-2011 Base Boxster manual 6 speed for some time now, years in fact. Base, because I want to avoid the S model's tendency to bore score, 2009 or newer to avoid a dreaded catastrophic IMS bearing in the earlier years, 6 speed because I tend to enjoy controlling things, and not too new to avoid the higher prices and dead electronic steering. In a perfect world, a white 987.2 Cayman would be spot on, but I would settle for a Boxster, and that I did. But it was SPPED YELLOW! Not a color that I would have chosen, but for a 2010 purchased in 2019 with only 38,000 miles, I figured that $22K was a great deal at the time. The car had had no paint work, the roof looked perfect, the seats were flawless, and the controls and dials showed zero wear. The motor hummed, without a tick, and no smoke came out of the exhaust upon cold starts. BUT it was YELLOW, speed Yellow (sounds like saying, Bond, James Bond - but he would have driven either black or grey, right!). It had speed yellow gages, and seat belts, which matched the exterior paint, with black leather and sparse grey trim on the inner steering wheel and split the lower dash from the upper. I drove it and was impressed. I had driven a number of 911s and Caymans, had owned a few BMWs, an M being one of them, and owned a Honda S2000 longer than any other car - longer than both Supras or my 944. So for me to love the feel of the Boxster really shocked me. The longer I have owned it the more I love it. The NSX that I used to drive on occasion, when I sold Acuras, along with my S2000 would still have to rank along side of my Boxster I suppose, but my Porsche just feels more dominant and meaty than either or those. In the mountains of North GA, or running the Tail of the Dragon in Western NC, the Boxster delivers a sticky will, determined not to release its grip in the tight corners, and launches out of them with silky smooth ease. Granted the Cayman is more beautiful with its sleek fast back and stunning hips flowing from each side, but that isn't enough to sacrifice the unobstructed view of a glorious spring day or miss the thrill of feeling the wind blasting by around you, or incremental elevations of the exhaust note as you accelerate, having just experienced it's baffle when you let off of the throttle. Yes, this Porsche is just want the doctor ordered to break the monotony of the day, and reconnect me to the environment around me. I have no regrets, its the best car purchase of my life, of which I have had far too many. The wheels are a limited edition black Porsche OEM wheel, special ordered with the matching Speed Yellow beauty ring painted near the tire bead on the edge of the wheel. Of course that majestic gold Porsche shield is dead center, as usual. The black and yellow combo is growing on me these days. I love the seating position in the Boxster, I have shrunk from 6'1" to a flat six feet these days, but I have plenty of head room, and even with with my extra wide shoulders, I never feel cramped. The weird cup holders still bother me, they flip out of the dash above the glove box, and can barely hold a coffee cup (which I never have in the car), I constantly fear that my water bottles and soft drinks will flip out into my lap or upon the passenger's legs or worse. Why they did not mount just one in the center console, I will never understand. Maybe its the emphasis on driving. Triggering the shifter just a tick below the red line in each gear, is the only way to drive this elegant beast. It only has 255hp, so maintaining RPMs within a 1,000 of the Redline is optimal. You have to be a great driver to master this car without disappointment. I have never needed more horsepower, and do not expect that I ever will, unless I ever get her on a legitimate road course or legal track, and then I think I could fare well with what I have. I had uber HP in my 69 Mach I, which was great in a straight line at the airport, but then where do you go? (That 351 Cleveland's rumble did sound however) I totaled that car in a curve at 45mph! So yeah, give me that Porsche philosophy any day. I do not have the premium sound, but my unit does deliver enough volume to hear crisply at 80mph on the interstate in Montana. With the heavy traffic all around me in Atlanta, it still did great. The controls are easy to use and well thought out, a problem many designers are fumbling with these days. After a few days I didnt have to look over to find them, I could keep my eyes on the road. The hands free phone is great, and my 2022 iphone still connects with the 2010 head unit! Ive had other vehicles that my newer phones would never find. The steering wheel is adjustable, feels great, and looks amazing. The previous wheels in the 911s and 987s was horrid, that ugly center almost triangular blob, far worse than any fried egg headlight might have been (and they were terrible). But the simple concentric circles in the 987s' steering wheel is classic. The interior was a vast improvement over the previous Ford Taurus inspired Porsche puddle and plops interiors. My 2010 looks great, but I must admit that the 918s look even better than my 987. So well done Porsche. But if you buy a 987 Cayman or Boxster, you can hold your head up high, and will not need to be ashamed of that preschool-esque Taurus interior. By the way, you can change your own brakes and brake sensors on a 987 with a tire tool, jack, and a few wrenches. It took me about an hour, and most of that was jacking the car up and down, and removing and remounting the wheels. Watch a Youtube video once and you can do it! You can do it for 25% of the cost. You can also change your oil, but it is a bit of a pain. Use Mobile 1 or Liquid Molly, I use Molly. I can not emphasize enough that you do not need to buy a 2008 or older model, due to the IMS issues. Just trust me on that one. Or buy a 2001-2005 and have your mechanic immediately install the upgraded ceramic bearing, but it isn't cheap - do your research. And if its a 6 speed, remember that your shifter cable WILL snap on you every 30,000 miles of so. Your shifter will be loose and wobble, because the cable to the transaxle will snap at the end. Its a defect. Its easy to check if the car is in the air, so if you aren't mechanically inclined, have your German dude check it. If you change it, it will run you $300, if you get a mechanic to do it. He will charge $700 for the job, but the dealer will be more. Avoid the PDK auto transmission, it is greatly expensive to repair. Stick to the manual 6 speed, even with the faulty cable. If you find one that the convertible top will not go up and down, but you hear the motor running when you push the button, thats great!!! Why? Because some car salesman tried to put the top down without releasing the roof latch and he snapped two $12 plastic ball joints that connect the control rods to the roof, one on each side. Anybody can order them online and snap them on, and bingo, your roof works. If you buy from a non Porsche dealer, they will think its a money pit and may save a few grand on the car! The OEM wheels can run over $1,000 each, so check them closely. The base Cayman and Boxsters from 2009-2012 are super dependable. For an enthusiast, there is no better, more dependable car (well, except the Honda S2000, but they are impossible to find, that haven't been abused or altered). The newer Porsche's have too much electronic that only the dealer can fix. Avoid parking sensors!!!
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987.2 Boxster is all the Porsche u will ever need
Scootrb4, 05/12/2021
updated 05/17/2024
2011 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
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This is top down motoring at its finest. 987.2 models 2009-2012 are the last of the analog steering, flat 6, manual transmission. This is a true sports car. This S model has additional horsepower. It is small, light, agile, and fairly powerful. This is a very capable sports car. The mid engine offers near perfect balance. The 6 spd manual transmission enhances the driver involvement. The car is a perfect little canyon carver. It is a much better handling sports car than my old BMW Z4. There is no better driving little sport cart than the Porsche Cayman or Boxster for the money. Production was low and good examples are getting harder to find... or I would have 2 ! Unfortunately the price is going up. But still worth the money in my opinion. 4 years of trouble free ownership as of 2024. Basically this little car is 90% of the 911 at half the price. Good luck finding one.
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Driving therapy
Bob, 04/21/2022
2011 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.4L 6cyl 6M)
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I love how it handles and sounds. Top down is the way to go even in maine fall and spring. Two trunks are a plus. Golf clubs fit in the back and folded cart fits in the front. Since I suck at golf I like having that long therapy drive home
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2 Years and Still Love to Drive Her (Raven)
Todd Ellis, 09/21/2024
2011 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.9L 6cyl 6M)
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I bought my Boxster, triple Black, two years ago. I love this car so much. I have been slowly restoring her and making her better. I smile every time I drive her!! The Best Car I have ever owned!!
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