2000 Porsche Boxster S 3.2

Summary:

Sweet handling, lovely sound and good power

Faults:

1 radiator fan not working, passenger seat electric not working, coolant filler/tank cracked (!)

General Comments:

Handles great, the most balanced car I have driven so far, the power is very good though not mind-blowing.

As I have very long legs unfortunately all journeys longer than 30 minutes were pain due to unsymmetrical position - left leg had too little room and the right one too much so was hanging...

Otherwise good seats and really quiet even at higher speeds.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know

Review Date: 5th May, 2006

2000 Porsche Boxster S 3.2 petrol

Summary:

A poor mans 911? - NO WAY

Faults:

No faults so far with the car.

General Comments:

The car has fantastic handling and performance. I expected to be a little disappointed with the cars performance having previously had a 964 911. The boxster does not have the out and out savage power delivery of the old car, but its not far off and the handling is awesome.

I am just over 6 feet tall and fit in to the car no problem. The cabin is a world apart from the old 911's with modern dashboard and instrument layout. The heating and ventilation is a vast improvement.

In terms of practicallity the two boots provide adequate storage for two peoples weekend luggage, in cabin storage though is limited to the door pockets.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 4th October, 2004

13th Jun 2005, 11:16

Cool car.

14th Dec 2009, 13:42

A lot of people say that the only reason for buying a Boxster, it´s because you can afford a 911. (Rubbish)

The Boxster is a mid-engined, 2 seater roadster, and the 911 is a rear-engined, 4 seater GT car. They are in completely different categories. But, what about the Mercedes range?

The SLK is a front-engined, 2 setter (and feminine) roadster. The SL is... yes, exactly the same thing, but bigger, more powerful and much, much more expensive.

So... Which one is the cheapest alternative? Right.

The Boxster, it's a great car.

15th Dec 2009, 09:03

They are ugly cars though, you can't tell if its going forwards or backwards, it's like the designers got bored and just used the same design for the front as the back.

Personally I prefer the Honda S2000, despite the badge, I preferred driving and being seen in the Honda.

16th Dec 2009, 09:21

I guess it is all in what you like.

As for me, I would take a Porsche over a Honda every time!

2000 Porsche Boxster S 3.2

Summary:

Fast good looking car young at heart

Faults:

Washer hose pipe came off.

General Comments:

There is not one number in the gear box that does not perform and make you just sit there and wonder will this make it around the bend. Guess what he does, I have lost this car at 100mph coming into bend approaching a tunnel in the Austrian alps. Kept my foot down in third and powered my way out. wow factor...

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 19th February, 2003

20th Feb 2003, 08:34

Been to austria and your most recent mileage is 20. hmmmm.

2000 Porsche Boxster 2.7

Summary:

The best sports car for everyday use ever

Faults:

Plastic clip holding leather inserts on the seat backs broke.

General Comments:

A superb, comfortable sports car. Not brave enough to explore the full handling limits. It is superb.

The engine note above 5000 revs is better than Clapton at his best.

Lots of luggage space and headroom for 6ft plus drivers.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 17th March, 2001