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Step on the gas, wipe that tear away!
smerdyakov, 08/23/2015
updated 08/21/2016
2013 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, 03/07/2014
2013 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.
Best Sports Car on the Planet!
ghost1214, 09/04/2014
2013 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 6M)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
So I decided I wanted a sports car. looked at the BMW z4, Mercedes SLK and the Porsche Boxster. There is no comparison, it's not even close....Box! I test drove the 911 but it didn't have the same balance as the Box. I ordered mine with the red leather interior, Agate Gray exterior and 6 speed manual. I pull down the street heads are turning. The car is quick. get on the highway with some curves it's all giggles. I have never driven a car that was just so much spiritual fun. corners are a blast. be careful you will catch the car in front and you won't need to slow down because it lives for the curves. No problem you have the best brakes on the planet. "there is no substitute"
A Hollywood Convertible
Four Porsches Later, 11/23/2020
2013 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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Beautiful, reliable, & so much fun!
Zach Fowler , 03/29/2020
2013 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I’ve owned a few sports cars previously: BMW M3 - 2003, Porsche Boxster S - 2007, and now my Porsche Boxster Base - 2013. The 981 is hands down the most fun I’ve ever had in any car besides off-roading in my Chevy Colorado ZR-2 (different type of fun). The car is a comfy cruiser below 3k RPMs, but kick down a couple of gears, hit the gas, and hear the H-6 engine put out one of the sweetest sounds you’ve ever heard! The Boxster isn’t the fastest car you can get for the cash, but it handles, responds, and makes you feel like you’re driving a car that is $100k more. Get a Corvette if you want straight line performance. Get the 981 if you want to have fun at any speed, around any curve, and classy feeling that comes with driving a Porsche. It really feels like you’re glued to the road when cornering hard and the PDK transmission has the smoothest, quickest gear changes I’ve ever seen in any car. The car is truly beautiful. The 981 is far more aggressive looking than the previous generations, and looks more like a super-car than even some of the base 911s in my opinion. The interior is beautiful and spacious for a two seater. The front and back trunks provide enough storage for a couples weekend get away, or for grocery runs. It’s honestly a convenient car if you don’t have kids or animals that need to ride along :) I couldn’t be happier that I ended up buying the 981 Boxster. I haven’t had any issues with it and am amazed I still feel myself smiling every time I drive it, even after all this time of ownership. I’ll never get rid of it. Find a CPO approved 981 and just drive the heck out of it. You won’t want to drive anything else on a paved road.
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