370Z or Boxster?

WICKED_GRIN · 01-16-2010, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by elmz

That is some statement...have you driven a Cayman? The engine placement makes a world for a difference. I love the the 370 and its front midship engine design, its a very balanced car. But the Cayman's mid engine setup is superior, drive one if you get a chance, its pretty amazing.

A "mid-engine” car has the engine in front of the rear axle but behind the passenger compartment = best design.
A “Rear engine” car = Sh!tty design.

Yes, I have driven them.

UNKNOWN_370 · 01-13-2010, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by cab83_750

Was it Jeremy who said that having a Boxster is like telling yourself...."my life did not go as planned!"

if you want a Porsche go for the 911.

. Or a cayman.

I'm sure the million dollar porsche carrera gt owners think 911 owners are a bunch of wannabe's 911 owners are probably saying 370 owners are wishin. 370 owners put down genesis coupe owners. And genny owners are putting down eclipse owners... in the end. Who gives a F*&K. Drive what you like. If u enjoy it? That's all that matters. Your neighbors garage or someones shallow opinions shouldn't even be a factor in your driving decision. Drive what you love.

WICKED_GRIN · 01-13-2010, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

I'm sure the million dollar porsche carrera gt owners think 911 owners are a bunch of wannabe's 911 owners are probably saying 370 owners are wishin. 370 owners put down genesis coupe owners. And genny owners are putting down eclipse owners... in the end. Who gives a F*&K. Drive what you like. If u enjoy it? That's all that matters. Your neighbors garage or someones shallow opinions shouldn't even be a factor in your driving decision. Drive what you love.

The problem is that some people don’t know what they like! All it takes for some buyers is a car commercial with hot music or a sexy car ad in a magazine with beautiful models. Some people look at the engineering and technology. When somebody asks for advice, it might aid the reinforcement needed to really enjoy the car. Shallow opinions are what some people are looking for!

gumpy · 01-13-2010, 06:24 PM

I'd have to go the 370z cause I play golf and the car is useless to me if i can't take it to the course on the weekend.

However, if i was rich enough for two cars it would be the cayman... heard it's sick...

dad · 01-17-2010, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Quick Nick

Which would you choose?

The muscle, power and value of the 370Z are appealing, but the build quality and neutral handling balance of the Boxster is also very appealing.

I know the battle between Nissan and Porsche is well documented, as is the ownership experience of the Boxster, but I would love to hear from anyone who has owned/driven both.

Comments?

Get the Porsche!

motoextreme · 01-17-2010, 09:41 PM

I owned a 2002 996TT (basically a 911TT). Absolutely loved it, feels small, super fast etc etc

BUT...I paid twice as much for that car then my Z (I bought it used). The mod parts are much more not to mention the maintenance! What's worse is the $ you will lose when you go to sell it regardless of what model you choose.

I'm sorry to admit it but Boxsters really do seem like more of a girls car. If you don't do the 911 then do a 370, its my favorite car thus far and it makes me smile every time I start her up, you won't regret it.

WICKED_GRIN · 01-17-2010, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by motoextreme

I owned a 2002 996TT (basically a 911TT). Absolutely loved it, feels small, super fast etc etc

BUT...I paid twice as much for that car then my Z (I bought it used). The mod parts are much more not to mention the maintenance! What's worse is the $ you will lose when you go to sell it regardless of what model you choose.

I'm sorry to admit it but Boxsters really do seem like more of a girls car. If you don't do the 911 then do a 370, its my favorite car thus far and it makes me smile every time I start her up, you won't regret it.

If the Boxster/Cayman and the 911 had the same engine/HP and raced on a road course, the 911 would finish in second place (first loser).

MightyBobo · 01-17-2010, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by WICKED_GRIN

If the Boxster/Cayman and the 911 had the same engine/HP and raced on a road course, the 911 would finish in second place (first loser).

^^^^

The Boxster is only crippled because the 911 is Porsche's defacto standard as far as image goes.

The sad truth is the Boxster is an optimal setup...if only it had the same engine offerings as in the 911...

motoextreme · 01-17-2010, 11:25 PM

Suppose that's true but I don't feel the Z is feminine even though it lacks the power and performance of a GTR. I chose the Z over the GTR and the Porsche but that's just me.

To each his own... Suppose it doesnt really matter what others think, get what you like best and what you can afford.

WICKED_GRIN · 01-19-2010, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

^^^^

The Boxster is only crippled because the 911 is Porsche's defacto standard as far as image goes.

The sad truth is the Boxster is an optimal setup...if only it had the same engine offerings as in the 911...

I agree 1001%

Zsteve · 01-18-2010, 12:29 AM

well there is only about 4 370Zs in Augusta, ga and only one is driven by a female and she only drives it once in awhile as I think her hubby is deployed and its really his. Now the stangs are chick cars in GA. The only GTR that I know of back home was bought by a jewlery dealer, so I wont shop there as he is obviously making too much from his customers. He also has the Audi R8, lamborgini and a couple other exotic cars. rich bastard.

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motoextreme Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 971 Drives: Nismo NO MODS! Rep Power: 369	Suppose that's true but I don't feel the Z is feminine even though it lacks the power and performance of a GTR. I chose the Z over the GTR and the Porsche but that's just me. To each his own... Suppose it doesnt really matter what others think, get what you like best and what you can afford. __________________ Fast Intensions / NST / Mishimoto / Alpine / JDM / Volk / Brembo / Rotora / Seibon / Stillen / Password: JDM / KW / MR Works / RAW / Sun Auto / B&M / Amplified Motorsports

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Zsteve A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 3,298 Drives: the 2 balled club Rep Power: 22	well there is only about 4 370Zs in Augusta, ga and only one is driven by a female and she only drives it once in awhile as I think her hubby is deployed and its really his. Now the stangs are chick cars in GA. The only GTR that I know of back home was bought by a jewlery dealer, so I wont shop there as he is obviously making too much from his customers. He also has the Audi R8, lamborgini and a couple other exotic cars. rich bastard. __________________ 2010 LS3 C6 Silver coupe corvette

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gumpy Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sydney Posts: 449 Drives: 09 370z white manual Rep Power: 16	I'd have to go the 370z cause I play golf and the car is useless to me if i can't take it to the course on the weekend. However, if i was rich enough for two cars it would be the cayman... heard it's sick...