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and killed. Our Boxsters have structural rollbars. Lots of reports of them saving lives. A friend, who likes cars, but who doesn't share our passion for them, took great comfort in what he thought were factory rollbars in his new Miata. But they aren't; they're 'style-bars'. I'm not making this up. 'Style-bars'. For the love of god - what's next - 'style' brakes?by Roger987 - Main Forum
My 987 has PASM and 17" wheels. As out of step as it might be with today's marketplace, I actually wanted 17' wheels, in anticipation they'd offer a smoother ride on our local rough roads. I'm pleased with the taller sidewalls, and the together with the 'normal' PASM setting, the ride is comfortable. (I've since changed over to Cayman 17's, as I prefer their 'look'.) The wheels are shod with PS2'by Roger987 - Main Forum
C'mon Abe, this is your time to SHINE!by Roger987 - Main Forum
It's entirely subjective, but that particular wheel wouldn't be my #1 choice. Other wheel options can be seen by selecting the 'build my Cayman' tab. Laz, do you have an ETA or ETB (build) for your 981? Have you chosen a colour?by Roger987 - Main Forum
I think my unfortunate instinct would be to hang onto the steering wheel, with a death grip. I wonder if a person could train himself not to do it, without having actual 'hands-off' accident practice.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Ummm..... your wallet? I've always done my own oil changes. Costs me less than $75. It's easy, I know it's done right, using my preferred oil (and not overfilled), and I get a chance to cut open and closely examine the filter. I don't even need to use a jack. Just drive the back wheels up onto staggered 2x10's, slip a large piece of cardboard under the car and slide in. And, because the costby Roger987 - Main Forum
oh, never mind; a Boxster owner wouldn't find himself in such a predicament. We'll leave all those fancy 'cruisin through the concrete' antics to you well-heeled 911 owners.by Roger987 - Main Forum
And I had a heck of a time tracking it down. But I persisted and located it. The float in the carburetor had become stuck open, as a result of which fuel was running out of the carb and onto the garage floor. I know, your Boxster doesn't have carbs. Neither did my car. But my snowblower certainly did, and boy, it was leaking.by Roger987 - Main Forum
I may be mistaken, but I'd always understood that oils of different weights (viscosity?) should not be mixed.by Roger987 - Main Forum
This model's adaptive headlights were a sign of things to come...by Roger987 - Main Forum
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Sure do like the contour of the new 911 rear quarter. To my eye, it maintains the Porsche identity while hinting at Aston Martin elegance.by Roger987 - Main Forum
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I had absolutely no idea there was so much left foot breaking. His left foot appeared to be on the brakes more than the clutch. I assume this is a rally thing.by Roger987 - Main Forum
The 986's 'fried egg' headlights were replaced with the 987's more-or-less oval headlights, which were well-received. The 981's headlights have taken a new direction, as described in the Boxster brochure: "The vertical contours of the headlights pay homage to the Porsche race cars of the 1960s and 1970s." While I like the 981's headlights, I'll never tire of the timeless elegance of these rounby Roger987 - Main Forum
I've always followed your posts and Porsche ownership updates with interest. I'm curious - how often do you change the oil in the Boxster, and do you regularly rev it upwards of the redline? I ask because it's not uncommon to see Boxster engine longevity related to frequent oil changes and higher revs.by Roger987 - Main Forum
I'm hoping to take a 4 week cross-USA trip early this summer. Maybe you could post a list of places where carrying a handgun is advisable, and I'll map a route that avoids those places. My Boxster and I will thank you for it.by Roger987 - Main Forum
And... although obviously redundant, I'll say it anyway:. "It's a great country".by Roger987 - Main Forum
For some time now, most suppliers have offered a flexible, resilient, and (optimally) compliant rear-end finish, enabling the absorption of everyday bumps, as well as the occasional larger impact. In this case, that appears to be what we have, and, given the sparkle, I'd be going with Basalt. A careful observer will also notice the underlying lightweight triangular enhancement at the top of thby Roger987 - Main Forum
I've read some very positive reviews of BMW"s new turbo 4 which is in the new 3 series as well as the 528. Today's turbos are an entirely new beast compared to the peaky engines of years ago. Lots of torque, and available at low rpms. No doubt there will be some growing pains, but they're likely here to stay.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Thanks, but I'm not sure I'd appeal to you as much now, Gary; I gained weight over the Xmas holidays.by Roger987 - Main Forum
Funny, I watched that film again, recently. Wow, how our memory can play tricks. In my mind, William Hurt's Porsche was the epitome of PCar cool. It was shocking to see how beaten up, tired, and old it now looks..by Roger987 - Main Forum
Yup. As retirement age approaches, big money spent on a car is money taken from retirement capital. Of course, one might ask, "what better way to enjoy retirement?". But with an uncertain global economy and ROI in secure investment instruments being at an all-time low, one can be understandably reluctant to reduce retirement capital 'just' to have the newest Boxster. That being said, with thby Roger987 - Main Forum