 New purchase dilemma....vintage BMW vs newer Porsche |
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| Front yard mechanic |
 Dec 12 2019, 08:15 AM
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Senior Member  Group: Members Posts: 1,154 Joined: 23-July 15 From: New Mexico Member No.: 18,984 Region Association: None 
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Your a Porsche guy follow your heart (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hearts.gif)
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| TonyA |
Dec 12 2019, 08:42 AM
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Nachmal Group: Members Posts: 460 Joined: 17-November 16 From: Hilltown PA Member No.: 20,596 Region Association: North East States
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I don't know how you got yourself into that predicament in the first place.
Buy them both then decide which one you want to keep after next summer. Are all your cars painted silver? |
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| dr914@autoatlanta.com |
Dec 12 2019, 10:19 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 7,816 Joined: 3-January 07 From: atlanta georgia Member No.: 7,418 Region Association: None |
definitely the 2002, just need to get a good one not rusted in the rear shock towers and as original as possible. AND hopefully a tii. Those were great cars and still are, THEN bmw replaced in with the 320 which was a big step down
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| Tdskip |
Dec 12 2019, 10:41 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,684 Joined: 1-December 17 From: soCal Member No.: 21,666 Region Association: None
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Wait - doesn't to come down to your usage pattern?
Around town vs highway trips etc? |
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| 914_teener |
Dec 12 2019, 10:58 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,194 Joined: 31-August 08 From: So. Cal Member No.: 9,489 Region Association: Southern California |
I'd go with the Boxster since it's an S version. They are cheap now but that will change. I'd agree they are kind of like the 914 of the 90's.
You have a teener. Although the 2002 is also period 70's, it's no where near as fun to drive. Sounds like the important stuff has been done. Keep the teener to work on and tinker.....get the BS to drive and have fun when you want a change. |
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| jvmarino |
Dec 12 2019, 11:07 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 80 Joined: 22-March 09 From: Baltimore Member No.: 10,188 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(john77 @ Dec 11 2019, 05:08 PM)  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 I recently have gone through a similar predicament. I have multiple vehicles (definitely more than I need), and recently acquired a nearly new Alfa Romeo 4C Spider at a significant discount. I am happy with the purchase, but find myself thinking about other classic cars I have always wanted that I could have bought for less money. In the end, it comes back to the fact I really didn't want to acquire another classic car and add it to my string of cars that are 40+ years old. I love my older cars, but I do need to worry about things breaking when I go on drives, or concern about rain, etc. causing rust to start. Of course, it is an Alfa Romeo, so there is always a chance for a breakdown (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif), but the car seems to be quite reliable from all I have read from current Owners. So with the newer car (still has factory warranty even), I can have a different experience in a car that embraces the vintage sports car concept, but is almost new. Jim |
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| billh1963 |
Dec 12 2019, 01:51 PM
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Car Hoarder! Group: Members Posts: 3,402 Joined: 28-March 11 From: South Carolina Member No.: 12,871 Region Association: South East States |
Is this for an investment or enjoyment?
Get a 996...or a couple of them (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Not a huge price difference but a big change in driving experience  |
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| eeyore |
Dec 13 2019, 11:37 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 889 Joined: 8-January 04 From: meridian, id Member No.: 1,533 Region Association: None |
Depends on which is more important -- space, top down driving and/or comfort.
I have to agree with the 996 suggestion -- the modern comforts of a Boxster plus the extra space of the 2002, and more oopmh than either. For looks, I'd go with the 2002 -- the 1st generation water cooled Porsches are blah, and getting blaher by the minute. |
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| rgolia |
Dec 13 2019, 04:13 PM
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GeoJoe Group: Members Posts: 704 Joined: 5-February 10 From: PA Member No.: 11,329 Region Association: North East States
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get the 2002 and then take a ride up my way, I want to see that baby and maybe get a ride? I'll buy the drinks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Always liked those cars but went for a 89 911 as my second car.
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| raynekat |
Dec 13 2019, 09:25 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,153 Joined: 30-December 14 From: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Member No.: 18,263 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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I'd buy neither.
JMHO Neither car is that special. Sorry...the truth. Wait for something different. |
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| Cal |
Dec 14 2019, 07:13 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 614 Joined: 19-November 14 From: Philadelphia Member No.: 18,138 Region Association: North East States |
Thanks for all the great advise and comments. It's interesting the amount of love/hate that folks have towards the Boxster and how similar it was to the 914 from +/-25 years ago. Someone made an interesting comment that is probably true.....the days that you'll want to drive the 914 will be the same days that you want to drive the 2002. The Boxster will offer something completely different and is usable in an alternative way which likely means that you'll get more wheel time in a 914/Boxster combination than you would in a 914/2002 comb.
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| 914forme |
Dec 14 2019, 10:49 AM
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Times a wastin', get wrenchin'! Group: Members Posts: 3,896 Joined: 24-July 04 From: Dayton, Ohio Member No.: 2,388 Region Association: None
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Get an E36 M3, solves all your problems (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) and worse case a convertible (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Chassis is great, the balance is beyond compare. Loved the one I used to auto-x with for a few years.
In the Boxster line up, nice cars, I prefer the Cayman, fewer of them, better handling. |
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| Gatornapper |
Dec 14 2019, 11:15 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,205 Joined: 22-September 17 From: Woods west of Richmond, VA Member No.: 21,449 Region Association: South East States
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Unless you are a convertible guy - get a Cayman S.
Ditto on "I prefer the Cayman...." And...... "Playboys drive convertibles. Serious drivers drive coupes." Enzo Ferrari (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif) GN QUOTE(914forme @ Dec 14 2019, 11:49 AM) Get an E36 M3, solves all your problems (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) and worse case a convertible (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Chassis is great, the balance is beyond compare. Loved the one I used to auto-x with for a few years. In the Boxster line up, nice cars, I prefer the Cayman, fewer of them, better handling. |
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| roblav1 |
Dec 14 2019, 12:28 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 528 Joined: 18-September 12 From: KY Member No.: 14,943 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Concur with comments on the Cayman. The 2002 is slow. Rode around in one in Germany the summer of 1984. My friend bought a 320i that summer, and the 6 was a far nicer car. Boxsters are grest value to dollar right now. I vote Boxster.
I had a few BMWs, by far best was a 1998 M3 sedan. |
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| Superhawk996 |
Dec 14 2019, 06:01 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,747 Joined: 25-August 18 From: Woods of N. Idaho Member No.: 22,428 Region Association: Galt's Gulch
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I'm biased. I always prefer a classic over a modern car but I'm biased. I had a BMW 520 when I lived overseas. It was a ton of fun and the 2002 is even better yet.
I see people commenting that a 2002 is slow. So is a Boxter, Cayman, or 911 as compared to a Tesla Model S P100D in ludicrous mode . . . so what. The 2002 is just an awesome classic that makes folks smile. If you know how to drive and carry momentum into and out out corners, the 2002 will make most folks soil themselves. Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| Morph914 |
Dec 14 2019, 06:45 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 435 Joined: 22-August 16 From: St Augustine, FL Member No.: 20,326 Region Association: South East States
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I was prepared to go with the 2002 because of the classic status, appreciation in value and the fact that you don’t see them on the road every few minutes like the Boxster. However, after taking in all that has been said, and digesting it, I am of the opinion that you will have more fun driving the boxster and if you plan on driving this vehicle a bit more than the 914, you will enjoy the modern amenities that it provides. And with 8 k on the odo you will basically have a new car.
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| DRPHIL914 |
Dec 14 2019, 07:28 PM
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Dr. Phil Group: Members Posts: 5,758 Joined: 9-December 09 From: Bluffton, SC Member No.: 11,106 Region Association: South East States
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QUOTE(Gatornapper @ Dec 14 2019, 12:15 PM) Unless you are a convertible guy - get a Cayman S. Ditto on "I prefer the Cayman...." And...... "Playboys drive convertibles. Serious drivers drive coupes." Enzo Ferrari (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif) GN QUOTE(914forme @ Dec 14 2019, 11:49 AM) Get an E36 M3, solves all your problems (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) and worse case a convertible (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Chassis is great, the balance is beyond compare. Loved the one I used to auto-x with for a few years. In the Boxster line up, nice cars, I prefer the Cayman, fewer of them, better handling. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) No wonder I don’t have a Boxster anymore!!! Had to change- so what’s at targa guy? Something in between?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) That said I seldom ever took the hard top off of either one and would get a cayman if I ever sell my Maserati |
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| Gatornapper |
Dec 14 2019, 08:09 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,205 Joined: 22-September 17 From: Woods west of Richmond, VA Member No.: 21,449 Region Association: South East States
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Phil -
An F1 is a Targa......so real race cars are Targa's - they do not have a top that goes up and down, but are pretty enclosed but open above the drivers head....... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) GN QUOTE(DRPHIL914 @ Dec 14 2019, 08:28 PM) QUOTE(Gatornapper @ Dec 14 2019, 12:15 PM) Unless you are a convertible guy - get a Cayman S. Ditto on "I prefer the Cayman...." And...... "Playboys drive convertibles. Serious drivers drive coupes." Enzo Ferrari (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif) GN QUOTE(914forme @ Dec 14 2019, 11:49 AM) Get an E36 M3, solves all your problems (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) and worse case a convertible (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) Chassis is great, the balance is beyond compare. Loved the one I used to auto-x with for a few years. In the Boxster line up, nice cars, I prefer the Cayman, fewer of them, better handling. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) No wonder I don’t have a Boxster anymore!!! Had to change- so what’s at targa guy? Something in between?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) That said I seldom ever took the hard top off of either one and would get a cayman if I ever sell my Maserati |
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| Cal |
Feb 11 2021, 12:36 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 614 Joined: 19-November 14 From: Philadelphia Member No.: 18,138 Region Association: North East States |
Update on this thread.....I ended up purchasing an '08 987.1 base Cayman with 25K miles from a Porsche dealership in St. Louis. It's nicely equipped with a 5-speed manual, 18" S wheels, sport seats....it's an absolute blast to drive and the prices are a bargain right now. Thanks for all the advice from the members here.
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| Tdskip |
Feb 11 2021, 12:47 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,684 Joined: 1-December 17 From: soCal Member No.: 21,666 Region Association: None
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QUOTE(raynekat @ Dec 13 2019, 10:25 PM) I'd buy neither. JMHO Neither car is that special. Sorry...the truth. Wait for something different. Loads of 2002 owners think you are being a bit myopic with that reply, including me. |
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