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S54 M Roadster vs 2003 Boxster S
10-31-2007, 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Jacques79,Oct 31 2007, 01:03 PM
I regret buying my M Coupe...
Between the two, I'd prefer the Boxster S.
Also, a turbo S2000 is super fun as well.
10-31-2007, 05:20 PM
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I've driven both and would take the Boxster hands down. If the choices were between an S Boxster and an M Coupe however I'd opt for the Beemer. I love the odd look of that coupe.
10-31-2007, 09:48 PM
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Z4 M Roadster. You can get a brand spanking new one for $45K.
To make your S54 M-coupe handle better try Ireland subframe bushings, coilovers, and Azenis 235/255 tires or full race tires.
If you don't like the Coupe you will not like the z3 roadster either.
To make your S54 M-coupe handle better try Ireland subframe bushings, coilovers, and Azenis 235/255 tires or full race tires.
If you don't like the Coupe you will not like the z3 roadster either.
10-31-2007, 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by silversprint,Oct 31 2007, 09:48 PM
Z4 M Roadster. You can get a brand spanking new one for $45K.
To make your S54 M-coupe handle better try Ireland subframe bushings, coilovers, and Azenis 235/255 tires or full race tires.
If you don't like the Coupe you will not like the z3 roadster either.
To make your S54 M-coupe handle better try Ireland subframe bushings, coilovers, and Azenis 235/255 tires or full race tires.
If you don't like the Coupe you will not like the z3 roadster either.
What I like about the Boxster S is that it handles just as well as an M Coupe with springs but without the horribly harsh ride on public roads.
I'd LOVE a new Z4 M but at 45K it's out of my 30K budget...
I'd also love a 2005 Boxster S but again it's around 45 000$, still too expensive for me.
11-01-2007, 04:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Dr. WOT,Nov 1 2007, 07:43 AM
I'd hold out for a 987 S personally, but if not then have you considered...
More power- C6 or a C5 Z06
More handeling- Elise
More power- C6 or a C5 Z06
More handeling- Elise
11-01-2007, 05:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Z4EC,Oct 31 2007, 10:22 PM
Assuming you're talking about the E85/E86, the M-roadster is stiffer than the E46 M3 coupe. So while the M-roadster isn't as stiff as the M-coupe (which has twice the torsional rigidity as the M-roadster), it's really no slouch either.
11-01-2007, 08:40 AM
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Boxster S. Classic car, great handling, awesome brakes, and pretty cheap compared to new.
11-01-2007, 11:56 AM
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Power isn't everything. And, I doubt whether you'd like the handling of the M Roadster over the M Coupe; the stiffness of the Coupe really ties the chassis together. The Roadster seems a little limp-wristed after you've driven the Coupe, handling-wise.
As far as the Boxster goes, well, there's a reason it's one of the classic sports cars. Just go drive one. The 986 is awesome, and the 987 even more so. Only thing I don't like about the 986 is the interior--it's just chintzy. (but the interior is still nicer than your M Coupe) The 987 fixes that.
Either of them are not too hard to find used: go drive both and see which one you like. I just can't believe you're selling your M Coupe... at least you most likely will be able to sell it for what you paid for it.
--michael
As far as the Boxster goes, well, there's a reason it's one of the classic sports cars. Just go drive one. The 986 is awesome, and the 987 even more so. Only thing I don't like about the 986 is the interior--it's just chintzy. (but the interior is still nicer than your M Coupe) The 987 fixes that.
Either of them are not too hard to find used: go drive both and see which one you like. I just can't believe you're selling your M Coupe... at least you most likely will be able to sell it for what you paid for it.
--michael
