Muddy Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 After over 1 year with my 65000 Black 2004 Black leather a very standard car with standard equipment very good service history Mot no advisorses and in very nice condition does have a power flow exhaust fitted so nice and drives perfect. My Mot is done by MOT station that does all mid Sussex porsche cars and commented on how clean my Boxster is. I am tempted to upgrade to early 987 mainly for in the cabin upgrade and a little on the upgrade of the car itself. Will never be able to buy a latter car as my budget is limited. Shall l keep my 986 future price going up perhaps or upgrade to early 987. Will l regret letting go my genuine 986 which l know or be so happy to have probably 2005 987. cheers muddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fat haggis Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Go for it I did after 2 986 cars my first one was a stunner. Now on number 2 987 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 No price is going up, sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Posted February 14, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 How much better is 987 to 986 am l being l just want a re freshed cabin and tweaks on performance and looks. I will now have a Boxster as long as l can afford one and drive. Cheers muddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV8 Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Take one for all the other 986owners. Sell it and watch the price rise always better to regret what you have done rather than what you haven’t... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 24 minutes ago, Muddy said: How much better is 987 to 986 am l being l just want a re freshed cabin and tweaks on performance and looks. I think several would fairly summarise it as "it feels a bit more grown up". The question is whether you want that feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topbox Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Little point in my opinion to go from a good late 986 to an unknown early 987. The 986 has a character of its own, its a great. To see a 987 as superior missses the point, why do people pay massive money for a 1930' s Bentley and not a modern Supercar. You won' t loose much money on your 986, keep it smart, tuck some money away and when you do need to change you have some options. Thats what I'm doing, you may choose a different route but you did ask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bike Loon Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I had a 986S for 5 years, then got a 987S 3.2 and it was way better in every way.... then got a 987S 3.4 and that had heated seats and Bose too I dont regret the change at all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bally4563 Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 Snap done the same all part of proggression the 987 is definitely more roomier and noticeably so...... Move on up through the ranks is my advice and 280 bhp straight out of the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevs Posted February 14, 2018 Report Share Posted February 14, 2018 I agree with Topbox but then I would say that as a 986 owner approaching 10 years of ownership next month! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topbox Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 7 hours ago, kevs said: I agree with Topbox but then I would say that as a 986 owner approaching 10 years of ownership next month! And there you have it @Muddy if you can afford it fine, if the budget is tight enjoy what you have first and formost and plan for the longer term. I am sure there are one or two members here who could purchase a top spec. brand new Boxster, but choose to drive a 986 for the enjoyment of what they are and what they represent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 13 hours ago, Topbox said: Little point in my opinion to go from a good late 986 to an unknown early 987. The 986 has a character of its own, its a great. To see a 987 as superior missses the point, why do people pay massive money for a 1930' s Bentley and not a modern Supercar. You won' t loose much money on your 986, keep it smart, tuck some money away and when you do need to change you have some options. Thats what I'm doing, you may choose a different route but you did ask + 1, there are modern hot hatches with loads of electronic trickery that are roomier and much faster with a nicer cabin, but do you really want that. i love the character of the 986 and Ive owned modern 911’s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That986 Posted February 15, 2018 Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Depends on what you want really. To me the 986 is raw, full of flaws, cramped, dated but on it's day and the right road about as much fun as you can have without being naked. The 987 doesn't really appeal to me (personal opinion) because of the fact it looks, dare i say it, a bit conservative and old man. The 981 is a different beast altogether and i'd have one in a heartbeat but the 987 is just a bit too halfway house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Posted February 15, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 15, 2018 Thanks for all your wise words and wisdom a good mix of keep or upgrade. Just polished and been for a blast just to make me more undecided. Guess if a black 987 jumped on my lap l will be very tempted but feel a bit of loyalty to the 986 to keep her in good health. So to conclude ? cheers muddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Posted February 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 Can not work out how to put autotrader advert in message so this is the dealers website. It’s the first of the 987 priced pretty low looked at MOT history and not too bad did sit for a year and odd failure as bad as tyres worn down to canvas which sounds bit like neglect at some point. See it has the sport Chrono. Dealer says full service. Did buy my boxster from him so trust him as dealer. Short Mot. any thoughts worth a look does seem cheap or keep my 986 cheers muddy www.jamescarringtoncars.co.uk Text File.txt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowbos Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 4 minutes ago, Muddy said: Can not work out how to put autotrader advert in message so this is the dealers website. It’s the first of the 987 priced pretty low looked at MOT history and not too bad did sit for a year and odd failure as bad as tyres worn down to canvas which sounds bit like neglect at some point. See it has the sport Chrono. Dealer says full service. Did buy my boxster from him so trust him as dealer. Short Mot. any thoughts worth a look does seem cheap or keep my 986 cheers muddy www.jamescarringtoncars.co.uk Text File.txt https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201801313253589?make=PORSCHE&model=BOXSTER&utm_source=Email_a_Friend&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Email_a_friend_car Just checked and that link works for you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Posted February 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 Thanks rowbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr96er Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 986 is like the USMC, once your in, even if you retire, your still in (for life). Do what makes you happy, as we’ll always have you back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulQ Posted February 18, 2018 Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 27 minutes ago, Muddy said: Can not work out how to put autotrader advert in message so this is the dealers website. It’s the first of the 987 priced pretty low looked at MOT history and not too bad did sit for a year and odd failure as bad as tyres worn down to canvas which sounds bit like neglect at some point. See it has the sport Chrono. Dealer says full service. Did buy my boxster from him so trust him as dealer. Short Mot. any thoughts worth a look does seem cheap or keep my 986 cheers muddy www.jamescarringtoncars.co.uk Text File.txt MOT history looks ok, but I wouldn't be to worried about it as long as the current one doesn't have a list of advisories as long as your arm. Can't see any missed ones, or adv for tyres down to canvas, just a nail ? Has done 24k in the last 9 months which seems quite high. Not a problem in itself, but could well have thrown up some issues in that time. Possibly some suspension components might need a refresh at this mileage. As for the change then it all depends what you want from a car. My thoughts are similar to @That986 above, though I prefer the more modern exterior on the 987. I myself often think about buying a cheap 987, but I know my 986 inside out warts and all after owning it for a number of years, and building up that confidence again in a new (to you) car can take some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Posted February 18, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2018 Sorry not canvas but tyres had ply and cord exposed which would be hard to achieve if serviced regular. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart986/912 Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 On 14/02/2018 at 6:38 PM, Muddy said: After over 1 year with my 65000 Black 2004 Black leather a very standard car with standard equipment very good service history Mot no advisorses and in very nice condition does have a power flow exhaust fitted so nice and drives perfect. My Mot is done by MOT station that does all mid Sussex porsche cars and commented on how clean my Boxster is. I am tempted to upgrade to early 987 mainly for in the cabin upgrade and a little on the upgrade of the car itself. Will never be able to buy a latter car as my budget is limited. Shall l keep my 986 future price going up perhaps or upgrade to early 987. Will l regret letting go my genuine 986 which l know or be so happy to have probably 2005 987. cheers muddy Mr MOT? If so, They do mine to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Clare Posted February 19, 2018 Report Share Posted February 19, 2018 That is a really nice spec 2.7 at a good price, I have a nice 986 2.7 and doubt I’d swap / upgrade for this unless some expenses are looming, but it is tempting with the seats, PASM, and sport Chrono... and price... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Posted February 20, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2018 Well went had a look at the 987 never realised how different the cockpit is and it certainly impressed me almost felt like different car. Car had a good history and paperwork to back up. Alloys could do with refresh front tyres slight inner wear and rear discs bit groovy. Guess that reflects price but think l really am taken but still have that first Boxster loyalitty but think she will be up for sale end of week. Sorry to all the dedicated 986 owners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonewolfgjp Posted February 20, 2018 Report Share Posted February 20, 2018 Sounds like you've made your mind up, and I don't blame you! Looks like a lot of car for a good price! I moved from the 986s to 987s and have never regretted it. I still love the 986 and agree it really is a good car which is slightly rawer to drive. But for me the 987 feels very similar to drive but a lot more modern and comfortable driving position. As you own a 986 then you know the areas of concern, mainly the same for the 987 suspension brake discs etc. Also you have mentioned a few bits will need replacing/updating, which I think is reflected in the price but you don't need to do it all at once. I have been quite lucky with mine, spent a little on suspension parts and recently the gearbox cables but mainly I've spent the most on cosmetic bits. I am about to replace the front discs and pads as they are pass their best ? They are both great cars but if you fancy a change i don't think you will regret it ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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