Summary:
Terrific Handling. Porsche really thought this car through
Faults:
Nothing so far, but early days.
General Comments:
I've wanted a Boxster since they first came out, but for some reason I never quite got round to buying one until now.
The first major plus is the handling. It is excellent. I've driven modern Ferrari's and in handling terms (on ordinary roads) the Boxster compares very well indeed.
Performance feels very quick indeed. You get a real sensation of speed even if you are not going that quickly really. I used to own a TVR Chimaera HC which surprisingly didn't feel much quicker than the Boxster, although obviously it was.
Build quality is good and everything works well. Plastic window in the roof is new, but looks like it won't last long.
Ride (on 17 inch alloys) is a little harsh and the gear change is a little slower than I thought it would be (first is a bit notchy).
Overall, very pleased. Personally, I prefer the look of this model to the latest Boxster. If I had the extra cash I probably get a 996 but for now the Boxster offers real performance and good value.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 3rd November, 2005
9th Jan 2010, 07:04
I have a 99 Boxster too. So well made and executed. But, I much preferred the Lotus Elan Turbo I had before it. Open top driving ain't the same without rattle, bang and whoosh!!!