FYI, no fake vents on the 987. The left one is the engine intake with a baffle plate to prevent water from going in. The right one is for engine bay cooling (it has a fan too). These are for the left hand drive models but it should be the same for the RHD. The engine is not rear mounted like the 911 is, it's mid mounted.
@@BuckleUpShow be objective in your opinion, Porsche call it a vent, the function is for ventilation be it the size of an elephant trunk or a pin hole, perhaps thank the gentleman and show humility. It is not a fake vent, stop digging in when you are factually wrong on a well known issue.
I bought an 05 987 boxster 2.7 last year as a first car when I was 17. I still have it and I still love it to bits. It’s now become my daily as the jcw mini I had as the daily before now inevitably spends half of its time in the garage. I don’t think mines had the ims baring done but I service it every 6-7k miles and it’s currently on 70k and I’ve had no issues whatsoever. In terms of driving experience, the flat 6 is glorious in its sound and is so responsive when in the right gear at the right rpm. Furthermore, it’s cornering ability and feedback from the wheel makes it so enjoyable on any back road. Another positive is that it has been so reliable in the time that I’ve had it. The only problem is the running costs in terms of fuel consumption and road tax, but I didn’t buy it to be economical nor drive it economically. If anyone is unsure as to whether they should purchase one, you absolutely should the car has few drawbacks and is by far the best drivers car for the money.
The Boxster is absolutely up there in terms of driving enjoyment at the price point it's available at on the used market now. Phenomenal value for money and if well looked after, a relatively trouble-free ownership experience. Thank you for watching and sharing your knowledge!
Good wee video,987 is a cracking car. Think the tyres fitted are wrong profile - aren't they meant to be 40 profile rather than 45? Look on the drivers door frame next to the catch to check.
Great video. The key is on that side so drivers could star at Le Mans. That consisted on turning the key with one hand and shifting to 1st gear with the other one. And only then they would do the belts while driving. So it’s all correct, it’s key and gearknob, seatbelt done only at the huge straight. Things were wild back then. In left hand drive cars the key it’s on the left of the wheel too.
@@BuckleUpShow The most important thing is that Porsche do it throughout the range, it’s a lovely throwback to the sports cars and a real celebration of their heritage. Way to dismiss it in one single comment.
Great video! I'm sad you didn't showcase you can put the roof up whilst driving, also Holly is very glad it's not just her who struggles with the cup holder
Thank you so much for letting us borrow the car for a day - had tremendous fun in it (I'd be proper chuffed with the car in your shoes). Didn't want to try the roof while driving just in case 😅 and yeah the cup holders flummoxed a couple of us!
A vent that is almost entirely coveted over by a blanking plate save for a small baffle around the edge is very easy to mistake for one which is fake. If the vent was actually the size of the opening behind it, it would be a LOT smaller
Nice, straitforward, video. Everything that needs to be said is said. Some minor mistakes (air intake is on the other side). And I am not sure that actually mounting inside both luggage compartments of the car is such a good idea 😉. But the video truly demonstrate the reality. Yes, the boxster is a great car ! Thks !
I have learned about the air intake (behind the grille that looks suspicously like it's been blanked off!) and the other side being a duct for cooling. The floors of both compartments were very solid, but I guess we'll find out from the owner if his luggage suddenly starts disappearing!
Nice touch popping out of the rear boot! Wasn't expecting that. Have owned one of these from new... and though I don't drive it as much as I used to since getting back into the motorbikes (omnipotent I'm not, unfortunately), it is the best car I have ever had. It's been mega-reliable throughout it's near fifteen-year lifespan too. Still love getting into it - especially on rare sunny days. Best four-wheeled fun I've ever had.
The Stang: An excellent choice of location for a great drive...or ride! The Buttertubs would have been an amazing location too, with it being so close.
You're far more likely to damage a bonnet by pushing it gently shut that letting it fall into place. For some reason Porsche don't care about this and put overly strong struts on so you have to press it closed. It's a fantastic way to get dents on you bonnet though.
Honestly give the poor guy a break! I've owned one for about 6 months now and i'm still not sure what the 'best' method is for closing. I tend to let the bonnet/frunk drop into place and then push the badge to prevent scratching or getting fingerprints on the paintwork - that may be wrong too! Really enjoyed your review - the S is a step up in power (I have a 2006 3.2) but it sounds pretty similar and is bordering on unusable power in the UK. 2nd gear will drop you into the national speed limit at the top end. I love mine, having had a Supercharged Mk2 MX-5 in the past - the Boxster does feel a much more substantial car, and much nicer on longer journeys. It's a perfect 2nd car for me.
Whoever owns this Boxster needs to sort the elastic/fabric bands on the sides of the roof to make it tuck behind the plastic trim when it closes. It’s an easy fix, please spend a bit of time on that! 👍🏼😬
Definitely get that AC leak looked at (don't just get it re-gassed without fixing the leak, as it will all leak out again!) The wheels on this one are gorgeous!
@@BuckleUpShow I think you're missing the point I'm making. Those who actually know anything about the fried egg cars know they now have been given classic status by Porsche; meaning parts and service costs are cheaper at Porsche dealerships, compared to what they were. This is to keep these "classics" being serviced by OPD's. The "fried egg" Porsche's are now seen as an appreciating asset. With that, more people are actually appreciating the look of the original Boxster, especially the 986.1's with the orange indicators.
Don't worry Jasper, I think you'll grow some after puberty. 😆 🤣 😂 No one ever says about these, is the top hydraulic, or cable/mechanical. The hydraulic ones on other cars, like mercedes, are prone to leaking all over you when they give out.
It's electric motors. They can have some issues but if looked after they shouldn't give you much trouble. Much less prone to problems than the SLK hydraulic system.
I have a 981 but I just spent most of today driving a 987. Fabulous car! I think the 981 has slightly more intriguing styling (in the eye of the beholder and all that...) but I wouldn't turn down a nice 987 any day. It's got incredible handling but still rides reasonably well and the engine is a Porsche flat 6 so it's sounds glorious and pulls nicely all the way to 7 grand. LOTS of bang for the buck. In fact, in my humble opinion, the 987 might be the sweet spot in the Boxster line. More simple and "analog" than the 981 and way better looking and more reliable than the 986.
Love the 987, prefer the looks of the 981 (and I must say, having driven the Cayman of the same generation I cannot understate how good that chassis is). You absolutely get lots of bang for your buck from the 987 generation, just depends how modern you want your Porsche 😅
@@BuckleUpShow Absolutely not. Gay man here with a Boxster (i know, stereotype right??) - god forbid I have another man in the passenger seat. What will the neighbours think :D
Massive cringe watching you trying to shut the frunk! Think you need to do some more research before you butcher another video... Vent on passenger side is intake, driver side is outlet for engine compartment fan. No wonder the cup holders are sticky if thats the way the cars been treated...
If you've never owned a Porsche before you wouldn't necessarily be aware and that's understandable - 'massive cringe'? I think not. Yes, some of the terminology was not spot on, but we all learn from our mistakes. I enjoyed the review so thank-you Jasper :)
