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David C. Wilson should try to find a larger, brighter, font.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Thanks for the link. The absence of a clamshell suggests a weight saving and less operating complexity (though I've always regarded the clamshell operation as pretty cool to watch). Looks as though the top may be fully automatic (no manual latch to fully close the roof), which suggests Porsche is making an upscale move. While that aspect of my 3 series convertible roof never failed, I was alwayby Roger987 - Main Forum
It's remarkable what money, vision, and the right technician can do.by Roger987 - Main Forum
But maybe he'll wait a bit and pick-up a pre-loved' model.by Roger987 - Main Forum
There are a few things I might change - the spoiler carved into the tail lights, the mirror mounted to the door, the interior door pull ( I prefer the 987's), the cheese-grater dash-top vent. But I'm being picky. There's little doubt in my mind that Porsche has hit a home run. Configured with my preferences, it's over $75k U.S., translating to $100k in my driveway. In reality, I'd have to win tby Roger987 - Main Forum
While the drivetrain is a signficant part of any car, there will no doubt be lots of other new bits that can cause problems. Often new owners are driven nuts not by the drivetrain, but by all those "other things' that result in frequent returns to the shop. I'd not be rushing headlong into ownership of a fresh-off-the-design-table-and-fresh-out-of the-new-plant Boxster.by Roger987 - Main Forum
The early production units of the NEW car, from the NEW factory, might be problem-ridden. "Speed yellow' might be replaced with "Lemon Adventure". If I were in the market for a new Cayman, I'd either resign myself to waiting at least a year (or more), or looking hard for a suitable 2012. Caveat Emptor.by Roger987 - Main Forum
When deployed, the spoiler on my 987 looks like an industrial afterthought. These photos suggest a more elegant effort than the earlier photos showing the spoilier bisecting the tailight. That was awful.by Roger987 - Main Forum
I like it a lot. Shame about the side mirrors, though. While the air intake is a significant change, the overall look remains consistent with the Boxster identity.by Roger987 - Main Forum
If the narrative is correct, the current Boxsters may look very much like yesterday's car when the new model is unveiled. That's not necessarily a good thing for us. There appears to be some sort of vent behind the driver's seat. I wonder if it will be Porsche's take on the Merc's "windscarf". Given there's lots of heat back there, it would be great if the driver had the option of using some ofby Roger987 - Main Forum
Ummmm.... Can't see any ribs. But then, I can't see a link, either.by Roger987 - Main Forum
1. Shopping can be fun. Shopping for a PORSCHE, even more so. Shopping without having to break open the wallet, priceless. 2. PASM and built-in Nav are very enjoyable. Not cheap, but worth it. The Nav interface offers much more than simply navigation. You'd love the sport setting in the BRBS environs. 3. Unless you lose the use of your arms (and both feet), you'll not be buying a PDK car. In faby Roger987 - Main Forum
I'm wagering that the new Boxster will be equally superb. Guenter, although you've been concerned about the possible demise of the flat 6 in the Boxster, I think ultimately you'll be euphoric with your third generation Boxster. My only questions are: 1. whether you'l be able to hold off until the 2014 model, when most of the first-year gremlins will have been sorted. I think not. We both knowby Roger987 - Main Forum
I selected the HQ version, and it worked fine. Once you select HQ, there's a 7 second countdown, and then a side-view of the car. By dragging the circular icon across the bar, you can make the roof open and close.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Great link BIll. Suddenly, I'm not quite so worried about a future engine loss.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Hard to believe it's been a year already. Congrat's, and best wishes for many more!by Roger987 - Main Forum
The new 911 looks great. The top is superb. And there's a very cool automatic wind deflector. Hope this link works. Lots to explore there.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Sounds as though you have a great mechanic. He's on top of it. And I like that the waterpump has given you some advance warning. I had assumed that the water pump is visible only when the engine compartment cover behind the seats is removed. But I'm guessing I'm wrong, and that you and your tech were able to check it out from beneath the car?by Roger987 - Main Forum
A perfect day for the last wash of the season and an oil change. For good measure, I cut open the filter and had a good look - there's an enormous area of filter material when it's unfolded! I used to jack the car up, but now I simply drive the back wheels onto staggered 2x10's, and slide underneath on a large piece of cardboard, rather than on a creeper. Quicker, safer, and the car is more leveby Roger987 - Main Forum
OK, I see a red 911, a red barn and Scott's red head. I'm guessing Scott's lovely bride would choose #3, Scott would choose #1, and the poor old barn is left out in the cold. Looks as though you have a perfect day. Thanks for sharing. It's 58 and sunny here on the right coast today - I'm headed over to Halifax in the Pcar, almost entirely on twisty roads along the Northumberland Strait. Lifeby Roger987 - Main Forum
As Mark says, the lube spray is vital. There should never be any drag felt on the clay. If there is, that's a sign you're not using enough lube. Up here in the frozen north, I have to clay my winter car every spring, in order to remove the crud left on/in the paint from the salt and sand-covered roads. I've never had anything but great results using clay. I kneed the clay frequently - anytimeby Roger987 - Main Forum