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Nov 27, 2007, 4:22 am

Now the new Boxster RS 60 Spyder is taking up the momentum and purism of that so successful mid-engine two-seater racing car. The front end of this special model taken as a standard feature from Porsche’s SportDesign Package distinguishes the RS 60 Spyder significantly from the Boxster S. A modified exhaust system made up of a sports exhaust combined with a dual tailpipe increases engine output to 303 bhp. Spacer plates move the 19-inch wheels in Porsche SportDesign into an even more prominent position in the wheel arches. Likewise featured as standard, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) ensures both sporting and comfortable driving pleasure at all times.

Paintwork in GT silver metallic is further accentuated by its contrast to the natural leather interior in Carrera red and the roof also finished in red. As an alternative there is also the choice of dark grey natural leather in conjunction with a black roof.

The features and equipment of this special model are likewise very special and sophisticated: Door trim strips made of stainless steel proudly bear the “RS 60 Spyder” model designation, an extra-sporting gearshift lever, special surface grooves in the centre sections of the sports seats and the centre door linings as well as on the steering wheel rim and handbrake lever accentuate the sporting and exclusive ambience of the interior.

The design of the instrument clusters finished at the front in GT silver metallic is equally sporting and dynamic. With the binnacle otherwise positioned above the instrument cluster being dropped on this special model, the large central rev counter and the two circular dials at the outside add a unique and purist touch, presenting the exceptional flair of a racing car also in the cockpit.

This special look is further enhanced by other refined features such as the windscreen frame finished in black and red rear light clusters as well as the centre console, the rear sections of the seat backrests and the rollbars all finished in GT silver metallic and thus harmonising perfectly with the seat belts finished in silver.

Reflecting its model designation, the new Boxster RS 60 Spyder is limited to a Special Edition of 1,960 units proudly bearing a silver-coloured placard on the lid of the glove compartment.

Market launch of the new Porsche Boxster RS 60 Spyder is starting worldwide in March 2008. Including 19 per cent VAT and country-specific requirements, the retail price in Germany is Euro 63,873, the base price Euro 53,500.

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So classic!! I love it!

meh, its still a boxster

meh, its still a boxster

And a USD$70k boxster before VAT, at that. :thumbdn:

And there are those that still say to stay away from wheel spacers. Porsche puts them on another of one of their cars.
Car is a looker for sure.:thumbup:

boxster is a boxster even with a spyder tag on it

love it...

:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

I'd rock it :thumbup: :cool:

What's wrong with Boxsters? Sure, they're heavy compared to Miatas, S2Ks, and Elises, but they're one of the only mid-engined 2-seater roadsters around, and the only German one, IIRC.

In fact, I think there are only ten 2-seater roadsters in production where the original design from ground up was the roadster (as opposed to a coupe design converted into a roadster):

Boxster
Elise
Miata
S2K
SL
SLK
Solstice
Sky
TT
Z4

Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

Yawn.

At Boxster prices, I could think of about 571 other cars I'd rather own.

Just does nothing for me. Can't put my finger on it...

Drives nice, handles well... just was never a dream car for me.

Still the baby Porsche.

For $70K I could build one hell of a SuperFormance Cobra.
Or buy a used MR2 Turbo, a used NSX, and a nice European vacation.

Yah, the Boxter gets no respect.

probably because the boxster is the X-type of jaguars. Ive driven a S-type boxster and it was amazing, speed + performance-wise as opposed to my ES330 (obviously) but after driving my friends 07 911 turbo, hands down there was no comparison. Yea its a porsche, but does it really feel like you are driving one?

beautiful ride!

probably because the boxster is the X-type of jaguars. Ive driven a S-type boxster and it was amazing, speed + performance-wise as opposed to my ES330 (obviously) but after driving my friends 07 911 turbo, hands down there was no comparison. Yea its a porsche, but does it really feel like you are driving one?

Not even close. THe X-type is a classic example of awful platform sharing, awful product, awful execution.
The Boxster is THE convertible to buy and even though it is outgunned with HP, the drive is incredible. I don't recall much anybody beating it in any comparo.

There will be those that make fun b/c its not a 911, then we have to make fun of IS owners b/c they have the entry level model?:uh:

No we don't. The IS has its place, as the Boxster. :thumbup:

Looks nice...but for the money...C6Z06...

uh 70k? GTR

Not even close. THe X-type is a classic example of awful platform sharing, awful product, awful execution.
The Boxster is THE convertible to buy and even though it is outgunned with HP, the drive is incredible. I don't recall much anybody beating it in any comparo.

There will be those that make fun b/c its not a 911, then we have to make fun of IS owners b/c they have the entry level model?:uh:

No we don't. The IS has its place, as the Boxster. :thumbup:

stating it like that, than every car has its place(which is kinda true) but my point is if you want to buy a porsche why a boxster? place that extra 30-40 grand and atleast get a carrera. IMO 70k for a boxster id rather get a gt-r, 6 series, m3, z06 the higher end cars from car companies(but thats my opinion,just as people may like the x-type, or is) because everyone has different tastes..

Your point of the boxster being a convertible does have its merit, for those who wish to drive a porsche + a convertible your pretty much limited to that.
And the boxster is really a remarkable car.

Basically my point is: for that money why get a lower-end car from a maker that is capable of making much better cars. When there are cars out there that can out-perform it in many ways and is the higher-end car in most makers.

Edit: lol i didnt even see RFFG or 4tehnyguyns posts before i posted this.

stating it like that, than every car has its place(which is kinda true) but my point is if you want to buy a porsche why a boxster? place that extra 30-40 grand and atleast get a carrera. IMO 70k for a boxster id rather get a gt-r, 6 series, m3, z06 the higher end cars from car companies(but thats my opinion,just as people may like the x-type, or is) because everyone has different tastes..

Your point of the boxster being a convertible does have its merit, for those who wish to drive a porsche + a convertible your pretty much limited to that.
And the boxster is really a remarkable car.

Basically my point is: for that money why get a lower-end car from a maker that is capable of making much better cars. When there are cars out there that can out-perform it in many ways and is the higher-end car in most makers. Go to a Porsche club event and watch for yourself.


Edit: lol i didnt even see RFFG or 4tehnyguyns posts before i posted this.

Your assuming that if someone can swing a 70k car they can buy a 100k car. Just because someone can buy something does not mean they can afford it! Huge difference. Sort of like all of those here that lease or make payments vs paying cash. Yeah yeah there are some advantages with the favorite being ," I would rather not tie up my money when I can invest it". "BULL!"

But , 30k is still 30k regardless of the make and model.
Your logic is akin to asking why someone would buy a ES when they SHOULD buy an LS.:confused:

And to reiterate what has been stated, don't knock the Boxter unless you know something about it. They eat Carreras on any autocross circuit, day in and day out, all day long.

There will be those that make fun b/c its not a 911, then we have to make fun of IS owners b/c they have the entry level model?:uh:

Hold on here, the only way the IS can be considered entry-level is due to its price, and only because of the 250. The problem with your argument is that the IS is a performance sedan, not just a sedan. The ES has historically been the entry-level sedan and it still would be had they not dropped the 250 from the lineup. Even the current ES350's MSRP is lower than that of the IS350.

The Boxster on the other hand is not only entry-level pricewise for the Porsche brand, but is also supposed to be performance just like every other Porsche. Sure, the Boxster does have its niche - it is supposed to be a roadster. But it's still a Porsche and still supposed to be a performance car. And it'll never escape the stigma of having an underperforming engine.



Your point of the boxster being a convertible does have its merit, for those who wish to drive a porsche + a convertible your pretty much limited to that.

Carrera, Turbo both also have cabrios! Don't forget the targa, either.

Carrera, Turbo both also have cabrios! Don't forget the targa, either.

Well, the Boxster is a roadster, while the others are cabrios. Roadster > cabrio for sporting fun. :thumbup:

Porsche and still supposed to be a performance car. And it'll never escape the stigma of having an underperforming engine..

You need to study up on the history of Porsche before making a comment like that. Porsche has won races throughout it's history with it's chassis -not their engines.

For some ,Porsche is a performance car-aka 0-60 car as most are brainwashed into believing 0-60 has something to do with a drag race when it does not. If a car does not break a 4 second 0-60 run then it must be slow so says the newbies to the automotive world.. Forget how well it does on the race track or the fact that it beats out the Carrera on the autocross circuit. Forget the fact that the car is more balanced and more easily tossed around than a Carrera. Some only care about the 0-60 time. Others care about more than just going straight as anyone can go straight.

Now would I buy one? Nope. I respect the Boxster, know well of it's capabilities, but would rather spend my money on something else and certainly would not be a Nissan even with 1000hp and 6 wheel drive. I preowned 911TT comes to mind.

stating it like that, than every car has its place(which is kinda true) but my point is if you want to buy a porsche why a boxster? place that extra 30-40 grand and atleast get a carrera. IMO 70k for a boxster id rather get a gt-r, 6 series, m3, z06 the higher end cars from car companies(but thats my opinion,just as people may like the x-type, or is) because everyone has different tastes..

Your point of the boxster being a convertible does have its merit, for those who wish to drive a porsche + a convertible your pretty much limited to that.
And the boxster is really a remarkable car.

Basically my point is: for that money why get a lower-end car from a maker that is capable of making much better cars. When there are cars out there that can out-perform it in many ways and is the higher-end car in most makers.

Edit: lol i didnt even see RFFG or 4tehnyguyns posts before i posted this.

Cars and life are not 0-60 and having 500hp.:) The Boxster is a perfect example of well, perfection and not needing tons of power to show how entertaining it can be. In every article written here or in Europe, the car simply WHOOPS everything around.

Having 911 DNA is not a bad thing. ;) We also have to say the Porsche crest is appealing to those who would not consider a Nissan, a Chevy, heck a BMW or Lexus.

Hold on here, the only way the IS can be considered entry-level is due to its price, and only because of the 250. The problem with your argument is that the IS is a performance sedan, not just a sedan. The ES has historically been the entry-level sedan and it still would be had they not dropped the 250 from the lineup. Even the current ES350's MSRP is lower than that of the IS350.

The Boxster on the other hand is not only entry-level pricewise for the Porsche brand, but is also supposed to be performance just like every other Porsche. Sure, the Boxster does have its niche - it is supposed to be a roadster. But it's still a Porsche and still supposed to be a performance car. And it'll never escape the stigma of having an underperforming engine..

The IS 250 is the lowst priced MSRP Lexus.:) Its entry-level as the ES. Though that line is blurring, especially since you can get an IS or ES for $45,000 loaded.

Again, power is not everything. People will ALWAYS say a car needs more power? Do it? Most people can't handle 200hp quite frankly.

There are those that want more power in the Boxster and they can swap the 3.8 from the 911 in there for some $$$$. They can mod their Boxsters and turn them into beasts.

Just google Ruf;)

You need to study up on the history of Porsche before making a comment like that.

You deny, then, that the Boxster has the stigma of an underperforming engine? You need to separate the arguments and statements instead of commenting on me personally. I'm likely among the last posters that needs any refreshing on Porsche history, as I am a big Porsche fan (albeit certainly not as much as my brother, who is a total Porsche head and Turbo owner) and I personally think the Boxster is a great car at what it does. That doesn't mean that I don't think the Boxster is overpriced, and that doesn't mean there is not a stigma that its engine is underpowered.

And what I don't like about the Porsche is the fact that they maintain such rigid performance ceilings on their product lines. Do they have to do so? Of course, because if they put a Turbo engine in the Cayman, the Cayman would outperform the Turbo on most tracks and that makes it difficult to market. Porsche fan or not, that doesn't mean I don't dislike that practice.

The IS 250 is the lowst priced MSRP Lexus.:) Its entry-level as the ES.

Yes, and I said that. And I also pointed out that the ES would still be entry level if they had kept the ES250. :)

I think a lot of you are arguing but actually agree, and are just saying the same thing differently. :)

I understand the Boxster, but wouldn't own one even though I am sure it is a very fun car to drive. I'd even rather have a Cayman. There, I said it.

I think a lot of you are arguing but actually agree, and are just saying the same thing differently. :)

I understand the Boxster, but wouldn't own one even though I am sure it is a very fun car to drive. I'd even rather have a Cayman. There, I said it.

What do you mean, "even rather"? I'd much rather have a Cayman! :p

I think a lot of you are arguing but actually agree, and are just saying the same thing differently. :)

I understand the Boxster, but wouldn't own one even though I am sure it is a very fun car to drive. I'd even rather have a Cayman. There, I said it.

isnt the cayman pretty much the same thing as a boxster? just a hardtop?

I guess buying the boxster is like buying a miata, may not be the strongest or fastest car but it is fun to drive.

You deny, then, that the Boxster has the stigma of an underperforming engine? You need to separate the arguments and statements instead of commenting on me personally. I'm likely among the last posters that needs any refreshing on Porsche history, as I am a big Porsche fan (albeit certainly not as much as my brother, who is a total Porsche head and Turbo owner) and I personally think the Boxster is a great car at what it does. That doesn't mean that I don't think the Boxster is overpriced, and that doesn't mean there is not a stigma that its engine is underpowered.

And what I don't like about the Porsche is the fact that they maintain such rigid performance ceilings on their product lines. Do they have to do so? Of course, because if they put a Turbo engine in the Cayman, the Cayman would outperform the Turbo on most tracks and that makes it difficult to market. Porsche fan or not, that doesn't mean I don't dislike that practice.

Not at all, it is just that I understand that the definition of a sports car is not the 0-60 time. A Miata is a sports car and certainly not the quickest in 0-60 or the real test of acceleration-1/4 mile. 0-60 does not make for a sports car and does not win races, 0-60 only wins magazine articles in Car and Driver and for those that do not know that there is more to a car than the 0-60 time. The engine in the very first Boxster (0-60 in 6 for those that care) was very capable and for those that actually DROVE ONE they would know that. Was it the fastest? No? Did that car best faster cars on the track and in sports car comparisons-almost every time.

This is a limited edition Porsche and of course it will cost more. Would I take it over a Carrera at the same price-depends. If only for autocross then yes, for everything else then no but again a base 911 is not close to the price of this car.

Some people (not directed at anyone in particular) always try to discredit the least expensive Porsches vs the 911 in order to try to make the impression that they know what a Porsche is to begin with and 0-60 is not one of those items.

Not at all, it is just that I understand that the definition of a sports car is not the 0-60 time. A Miata is a sports car and certainly not the quickest in 0-60 or the real test of acceleration-1/4 mile. 0-60 does not make for a sports car and does not win races, 0-60 only wins magazine articles in Car and Driver and for those that do not know that there is more to a car than the 0-60 time. The engine in the very first Boxster was very capable and for those that actually DROVE ONE they would know that. Was it the fastest? No? Did that car best faster cars on the track and in sports car comparisons-almost every time.
This is a limited edition Porsche and of course it will cost more. Would I take it over a Carrera at the same price-depends. If only for autocross then yes, for everything else then no but again a base 911 is not close to the price of this car.
People always try to discredit the least expensive Porsches vs the 911 in order to try to make the impression that they know what a Porsche is to begin with and 0-60 is not one of those items.

Exactly. If 0-60 at great prices was all that mattered, we all would drive base model GT Mustangs....

Not at all, it is just that I understand that the definition of a sports car is not the 0-60 time.

Of course not. No one has suggested otherwise. And you could say this about plenty of objective statistics too: The slalom doesn't make a sports car (heck, look at what the IS-F is beating in the R/T tests), nor does a lap time make a sports car (otherwise the 350Z could make a claim vs. the Boxster, after all). And I agree completely that there are plenty of "enthusiasts" (especially on internet forums) who have utterly no idea about what driving means.

But this whole soapbox tangent has nothing to do with my original point, which was simply that the Boxster will always be considered much closer to its brethren than the IS should be to the LS.


Exactly. If 0-60 at great prices was all that mattered, we all would drive base model GT Mustangs....

No, we'd actually be on sport bikes. ;)

At Boxster prices, I could think of about 571 other cars I'd rather own.

Just does nothing for me. Can't put my finger on it...

Drives nice, handles well... just was never a dream car for me.

Still the baby Porsche.


Same here.. boxster does nothing for me... I remember when I was a kid I told myself when I get big I have will my own Porsche and my first Porsche was a 911 c2 and my second was 911 turbo.. didn't even bother to look at the boxster..to me boxster just doesn't feel like a real Porsche.. just like the 914..944... but they do look kinda cute though:thumbup: one time I park the TT at a place and a little 2 year old kid point at the car and keep saying Porsche.. Porsche.. Porsche to his daddy.. If I was driving a Boxster I don't know if the kid would regonize it as a PORSCHE:)

Same here.. boxster does nothing for me... I remember when I was a kid I told myself when I get big I have will my own Porsche and my first Porsche was a 911 c2 and my second was 911 turbo.. didn't even bother to look at the boxster..to me boxster just doesn't feel like a real Porsche.. just like the 914..944... but they do look kinda cute though:thumbup: one time I park the TT at a place and a little 2 year old kid point at the car and keep saying Porsche.. Porsche.. Porsche to his daddy.. If I was driving a Boxster I don't know if the kid would regonize it as a PORSCHE:)

As a current boxster owner, I have to say that after driving a 911 and a boxster s; the boxster is much more fun to drive than a 911. the 911 lost its appeal to me when it became the size of a suburban in the late 90's. it feels heavy when you drive it hard, and is not a sports car.(sports car is a 2 seater and a 911 is a gt.)

As for the boxster not being realized as a porsche, you do realize that the boxster and 911 front bumpers, lights, almost all interior pieces, as well as most engine components are all interchangeable and very similar in design.

It is sad that porsche has to put in a smaller engine in order to keep the 911 platform alive, but porsche has to give 911 enthusiast something to pitch spending 40 grand more for an inferior platform. Most boxster owners put in a 3.6 liter engine when the original 2.7 or 3.2 liter dies as it is a direct bolt. this swap makes the boxster faster, better handling, more affordable and imho a better looking car than the 911.