New purchase dilemma....vintage BMW vs newer Porsche Options

[Cal]

Dumb question....I know these two cars are like comparing 'apples and oranges' but I'm attracted to both for different reasons. I'm considering which one would be a better purchase and I'm looking for advise. The two cars in question are a 1968 BMW 2002 or a 2000 Porsche Boxster S. The 2002 would sit adjacent to my '74 914 2.0L in the garage and would be used occasionally for nice weather weekend drives while the Boxtser would probably be used more often.....but not as a daily driver. Both cars are in excellent condition.....the 2002 is in mint driver condition while the Boxster is concours with only 8K miles and had the IMS bearing replaced already. The 2002 is more $$$ than the Boxster but would probably retain it's value better in the longer term. I'm very open to hearing anyone's experience with these two cars and any advise / suggestions.

Please feel free to move this thread if it's in the wrong forum.

Thanks

[73-914]

my vote is BMW , you already have mid-engine fun

[Coondog]

BMW will go up in value while that Porsche is a dime a dozen.

[914_7T3]

It's up to you and don't see how you can go wrong either way. As you have already identified, the Boxster S a modern day 914 with all the amenities that you can drive any where and not just a Sunday morning driver.

I've got an '02 Boxster Base for just over 2 years now and have clocked 20,000 miles over that time on what is primarily a pleasure car. I love it, but 2-seat, open top mid-engine cars are my thing.

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[bumper2bumper]

Hi,
You said that you are attracted to both cars for different reasons. Before commenting on which one I think you should go for, I would be interested in knowing what attracts you to the 2002?
Bill.

[mmichalik]

I have a 914 and a 2002 and my vote would go for the BMW. It's such a fun car to drive and talk about with others about.
But, I'm biased. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

[johnhora]

Jeff...definitely the BMW...you will love it...same era as your 914 and just plain fun to drive....your garage will look eclectic (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Good luck with either one...nice cars.

[mepstein]

Boxster is the best - drive anywhere, any distance, most any weather - car.
BMW is the- fun, occasional driver that looks really sweet in your garage - car.

And I agree, the BMW will only appreciate while the Boxster will only get old.

If you can swing it, buy both.

[tomh]

Boxster? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif)

[john77]

Those two cars are so different I'd ask what is it you really want from your next car.

If you want something fast and agile, I'd choose the Boxster.

If you want something you can cruise around in and enjoy leisurely drives, I'd choose the 2002.

The 2002 is pretty agile, but it's no 914. The steering feels heavier and personally I find them a little slow for my taste.

As everyone else has said, the 2002 is the more likely of the two to hold its value and appreciate over time. The market for them was really hot about 5 years ago but it's plateaued in the last couple of years

[DRPHIL914]

Boxster is the best - drive anywhere, any distance, most any weather - car.
BMW is the- fun, occasional driver that looks really sweet in your garage - car.

And I agree, the BMW will only appreciate while the Boxster will only get old.

If you can swing it, buy both.

Agree with this,
I have had 2 Boxsters, a 2000 S model and a 1997 very low miles originally with hard top. Good car and very low failure on IMS for those years but if done now with a LN bearing you are set for 100k miles.
It will depreciate but not a lot- but it right and like I did, you can drive it for a few years and still sell it for same or more- I did that with both of my Boxsters- bought the ‘97 with 30k miles for $7500, had it 2 years and put 10k miles on it and sold it for $12,500- did the clutch and IMS right after I got it and drove the snot out of it and broke even- so I’d say deal on it and get it right and get both the Boxster for daily driving and the 2002 for fun but also investment. If you absolutely have to choose one or the other- BMW-

[eric9144]

BMW will go up in value while that Porsche is a dime a dozen.

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This is why I bought an early Bronco vs a Jeep to go use off-road, the Bronco only goes up in value, whereas a Jeep is a money looser.
Same holds true for the 2002 vs the Boxster. *If* the financial side of it is a determining factor.

[BENBRO02]

I have never met a person that owned a 2002 and didn't love it.

[oldschool]

I've had both loved my BMW, great lil car.
Now my Boxster is not stock, and a blast to drive...with cold AC.

BMW not fast..

[Charles Freeborn]

You already own one vintage car (the 914).. I'd add the modern car. AC, stereo, reliable, good heat, etc etc...

[Larmo63]

I owned a '68 2002 (w/sunroof) in high school. It was a great car for a young kid who didn't know any better. I recently bought a '71 and it struck me as to what a really NOT great car it was. Slow and boxy, classic yes.

I'd probably do the Boxster. I don't even like Boxsters that much, but there is a lot of value there for the money.

[sixnotfour]

Even tho youre a bit 90 off, I have to agree.....my chev pickup is a necessity,, but sure is comfy....and my jeep is ...never mind,, (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif)

[ndfrigi]

Boxster since u already have the best classic 914 in your hand. You can drive it anytime anywhere except 2 seater. But lots of storage frunk and trunk. Oh Hagerty insured boxster, I guess it’s already under a classic category and it means price can be steady or goes up later.

[cali914]

the BOXSTER FOR SURE ALWAYS GO WITH THE SEXIER CAR.

[Gatornapper]

For pure FUN driving, the Boxster S will beat the BMW 4-to-1 - and it will be a joy every time you drive it - just like the 914.

Is it FUN DRIVING you want? Or another classic? Seems the appreciation/depreciation element is not an issue, and the difference isn't significant anyway.

And then there is the convertible element - do you love the wind in your hair? If so, how important is that?

Who needs 2 classic cars? if you are not a collector? Having 2 completely different driving/handling/age vehicles brings variety - the spice of life. I collect vintage Triumph motorcycles - but all are for sale but one......so I can focus more time and money on my 914.......

Yeah, I'm biased. On my 2nd Cayman S.......and just my opinion......there is no right or wrong here.......

GN
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