You're a legend for making this video and sharing it with us. I've owned 2x 987 3.4s and 718 base. Great cars although road tax (£740) and fuel are expensive..
Thank you that's very kind, I love boxsters and will try to make alot more full length reviews this year of them. Your super lucky to have owned 2 x 987's. I would be keen to hear your experiences of owning both generations, any particular reason you left the 981 out?
@@colinbowman8816 it’s difficult to explain but if a vehicle that is manufactured here or brought in by the government then it’s a pretty normal price. But for example with my car there aren’t that many here so if you want to have one you need to bring it in from another country yourself and you have to pay the government for that. For example I was looking at buying a Lamborghini Gallardo, for about 70 to 80 grand, but if I did I would have to pay the government 100,000, so if I want this Lamborghini I need 100 grand more than a guy in London, this is good and bad because it keeps the value of my vehicle up but it also means if this scheme was abolished my car would be about 11 grand to buy
This is amazing to reunite different generations of Boxster for us to appreciate the gradual evolution of the marque, as an owner of Cayman 987.2 I personally enjoyed this content.
@@thedrivebyggI suggest you pick this one up while it`s still there; you`ll never find another 986 with such low mileage again. the one-of-a-kind retro-futurist interior design of the 986 has "classic" written all over it; none of the others compares.
Really glad you enjoyed the video, it's hard to make a video like this engaging, most people just want to watch drive reviews, but so far it's ranked 1 of 10. I spent a while thinking about how to film this video, even today im thinking i could have filmed from different angles. I also wished i used the mic wind protector, but on the day it didn't seem that windy, I keep on learning. Thanks again keep watching.
Thanks for the upload! Have been going back and forth on the 718 or 981 but I know I’m that sort of person who would regret not having the 6 cylinder sound, even though in real world driving I understand the 718 is the modern improved car!
Awesome….looking forward to watching this video properly. Thanks for uploading. Just watched a bit so far. Sadly you forgot the most special edition of all 718 Boxster, one which celebrates all the boxsters before it, in the Boxster 25. You are forgiven tho, as that Rubystar Neo paint on the style edition is hard to forget!
Thanks for commenting, its great to see this video being watched by so many people. Trust me if the 25 year anniversary model was available it would have made the line up. I did film a short video on one last year, see link. ruclips.net/user/shortsQXKm0H1VjSE?si=ia2bLsp-69Gye1bm, will try to find the other video.
I know right, if it got offered to me at a good price I might just take it. Honestly the 718 base 2.0 with a pdk is a lovely thing, but it isn’t a 981.
bit bored with the prejudice against the boxer 4, I’ve benn luckily enough to own the 2.5t and it was a special thing, instantly faster than the 981. I’m now in a 4.0 and so feel privileged to be driving what IMO is the pinnacle of what the porsche brand means
Love my Speed Yellow 987.2 S. She has the most beautiful curves that is disappearing in modern car designs. Coming from a 997, 987.2S adds open top drama for my daily commute and allows me to enjoy the best sounding engine (3.4L 9A1). She is almost perfect and it’s difficult to justify an upgrade (of course I’d love to get a Spyder but less practical for daily commute). The only con is that it only has 2 seats. But if I need 4 seats my classic Targa offers a totally different experience.
I've been lucky enough to have owned a 986 (face lift) 987 (Sports Edition) and I'm on my 981 now, when I owned each model they were the best 2 seater sports cars around, but like everything evolution takes over and every time I up graded that become the new best sports car, not sure if I'm too keen on taking the next step !! Guvs.
Very nice I’m should you can offer lots of advice across all 3 generations. I don’t personally have a problem with the 718, in most scenarios it’s a better car, and you could even argue the power delivery of the turbo charged engines in more useable in most driving situations. The flat six and hydraulic steering is hard to beat though.
you swapped a 997/911 for a 981? watch the youtube video by jeff richardson entitled "Porsche DO NOT want you to know this!!!" to know why yours was the right decision for more reasons than just the superior handling...
Same. Had a 997.2 Carrera S that I sold. But then I missed having the flat 6 so ended up getting a 981 Boxster S. Before the 997.2 had a 996.2 Carrera 4S.
I agree that the seats in the 986 look better than the 987, but the generai agreement is that the 987/997 seats are a lot more comfortable. I have the sports seats in my 986 which look great though on longer journeys they aren't great. I still have itchy feet about possibly getting a 987. This .2 version looks great.
Hi Spencer great to hear from you and interesting what you say about your seats. It's a really hard decision to make, buying a porsche boxster, doesn't matter if your a first time buyer or looking for one of the newer generations. I was blown away at how nice the 986 was, it feels a tiny car from inside the cockpit and outside looking in. The three main instrument dials are my favourite, the fonts are nice to look at and massive, plus the colour of the fonts in the digital displays is really nice. My mates 987.1 5 speed manual with the 2.7 engine, sounds great, is plenty fast enough and revs really nicely, sounds awesome too. The 981
each and every one is unique on its own for its genetation. just enjoy what you can afford. if you buy new, you have all the options to choose from; if you buy pre-own, happy hunting! driving a boxster/cayman surely enhances one's passion for motoring.
Thanks for commenting, just purchased a 987 in cobalt blue, 2.7 with a 5 speed manual. It’s going to feature heavily on my channel this year, first video posted tonight 👍. Thanks for commenting
@@thedrivebygg by far the 981. I think it’s the best looking, best sounding, smoothest driving machine of all. The cockpit is also so far above the earlier versions in my opinion.
Thanks for the video. Interesting to see all the cars in one go. Slight downside is that your weight, power and production numbers are all over the place. You're quoting BHP for some cars, PS for others. Re weights, the problem is probably a mix of DIN and EU, the latter adding a notional 70kg for driver and luggage. The 981 is lighter than the 718, for instance. Re production numbers, part of the problem is that the 718 isn't a "generation" of its own, it's a facelifted 981. But generally, they built a lot of 981 and 982 (982 being the internal code for the 718). They also built a lot of 987.1. The rarest by far is the 987.2. Far fewer of those than any other generation because of the timing of the launch just after the world financial crisis and during a global recession. 718 and 981, if you want to put it that way, were far bigger sellers roughly 3x times the volume each versus the 987.2.
Own a RHD 2009 Boxster S Design 2 Limited Edition Number 174/500. This is the one with the enhanced 310hp 3,4 Liter engine with a 6 gear manual transmission. 47:24 An absolute peach of a car. I would only exchange it for a New 4,0 liter Boxster GTS 😂
I am currently looking at the Boxster s 981 as my next vehicle. Is it possible to switch steering wheels to a more modern one from the 718 or even other models ?
@@thedrivebygg You may find the master cylinder and slave cylinders, different part #'s, have a larger bore in the 981 and that can make it feel softer. I have a 987.2 Cayman S and to me it doesn't feel heavy, but I haven't clutched a 981 either. I've had some performance cars in the past that would be leg muscle builders .
On my 2005 S model I added a Pioneer Apple Carplay unit and a 992 style wheel from Porschemaster (£800) and now I'm completely satisfied, although my fave looker is the 981
718 is the Model, that’s why it’s written in the back and is on Porsche’s official website as a model nameplate. We don’t see 981 or 987 Boxster. Similarly with the 911. •997 911 Turbo •991 911 Targa •992 911 Carrera •987 Boxster •981 Cayman •982 718 Cayman •982 718 Boxster
There seems to be quite a lot of love out there for the 718, people couldn’t stand the noise of turbo charged engines when they were first released. From other reviews I’ve seen many say the 2.0 litres sounds better than the 2.5?
I am interested in a 981 but I want to compare handling and performance, not the least interesting thing of the car which is the interior. Sorry but it's the truth @@thedrivebygg
You're a legend for making this video and sharing it with us. I've owned 2x 987 3.4s and 718 base. Great cars although road tax (£740) and fuel are expensive..
Thank you that's very kind, I love boxsters and will try to make alot more full length reviews this year of them. Your super lucky to have owned 2 x 987's. I would be keen to hear your experiences of owning both generations, any particular reason you left the 981 out?
tax will come down tho
I have the 987 3.4 boxter s in Ireland and its €1,800 a year,.. The UK dont screw peopel over as much when it comes to road tax
@@TheKing318i jeez...how much is a sedan or a truck?
@@colinbowman8816 it’s difficult to explain but if a vehicle that is manufactured here or brought in by the government then it’s a pretty normal price. But for example with my car there aren’t that many here so if you want to have one you need to bring it in from another country yourself and you have to pay the government for that. For example I was looking at buying a Lamborghini Gallardo, for about 70 to 80 grand, but if I did I would have to pay the government 100,000, so if I want this Lamborghini I need 100 grand more than a guy in London, this is good and bad because it keeps the value of my vehicle up but it also means if this scheme was abolished my car would be about 11 grand to buy
This is amazing to reunite different generations of Boxster for us to appreciate the gradual evolution of the marque, as an owner of Cayman 987.2 I personally enjoyed this content.
Thanks man, appreciate the kind words, lots more content coming this year, especially on boxsters.👍
981 every day flat 6 and looks gorgeous
Would love a 981 👍
981 Boxster is my affordable dream car. I currently have a 987.1 Cayman S.
986 looking cooler by the day
I agree, loved it so much.
Retro!!! Class!!!@@thedrivebygg
Thank you 👍@@johnflaherty4128
@@thedrivebyggI suggest you pick this one up while it`s still there; you`ll never find another 986 with such low mileage again.
the one-of-a-kind retro-futurist interior design of the 986 has "classic" written all over it; none of the others compares.
@@donkeyshot8472shame the 986 has the poverty spec heater controls , they look awful, better finding a car with climate control or retrofitting it ?
What a treat! Thank you!
Really glad you enjoyed the video, it's hard to make a video like this engaging, most people just want to watch drive reviews, but so far it's ranked 1 of 10. I spent a while thinking about how to film this video, even today im thinking i could have filmed from different angles. I also wished i used the mic wind protector, but on the day it didn't seem that windy, I keep on learning. Thanks again keep watching.
Great video! Love seeing the differences…
Glad you enjoyed! I loved making the video.
Thanks for the video, 987.2 owner 🎉
Thanks Ian wanted to make it for a while just takes a while to plan. 987.2 is fantastic hopefully have one on the channel in the summer 👍
Nice video, nice to see them all next to each other.
Thank you very much, appreciate it’s more of an enthusiasts video, but plenty of boxster driving videos to come.
Thanks for the upload!
Have been going back and forth on the 718 or 981 but I know I’m that sort of person who would regret not having the 6 cylinder sound, even though in real world driving I understand the 718 is the modern improved car!
The 981 S with sports exhaust is amazing, but the turbo 718 cars with pdk are a lot of fun and very fast
Awesome….looking forward to watching this video properly. Thanks for uploading. Just watched a bit so far. Sadly you forgot the most special edition of all 718 Boxster, one which celebrates all the boxsters before it, in the Boxster 25. You are forgiven tho, as that Rubystar Neo paint on the style edition is hard to forget!
Thanks for commenting, its great to see this video being watched by so many people. Trust me if the 25 year anniversary model was available it would have made the line up. I did film a short video on one last year, see link. ruclips.net/user/shortsQXKm0H1VjSE?si=ia2bLsp-69Gye1bm, will try to find the other video.
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two things: 1) anything but a 718 porsche, and 2) at only 8000+ miles and such lovely timeless design, pick up that 986 base model before it`s gone!
I know right, if it got offered to me at a good price I might just take it. Honestly the 718 base 2.0 with a pdk is a lovely thing, but it isn’t a 981.
bit bored with the prejudice against the boxer 4, I’ve benn luckily enough to own the 2.5t and it was a special thing, instantly faster than the 981. I’m now in a 4.0 and so feel privileged to be driving what IMO is the pinnacle of what the porsche brand means
@@jonfrench7133 good for you, then. no surprise though that both you and porsche reverted to six cylinders...
Love my Speed Yellow 987.2 S. She has the most beautiful curves that is disappearing in modern car designs.
Coming from a 997, 987.2S adds open top drama for my daily commute and allows me to enjoy the best sounding engine (3.4L 9A1). She is almost perfect and it’s difficult to justify an upgrade (of course I’d love to get a Spyder but less practical for daily commute).
The only con is that it only has 2 seats. But if I need 4 seats my classic Targa offers a totally different experience.
Nice, do like a speed yellow on the boxster, thanks for commenting. Someone drove into mine at the weekend.
@@thedrivebygg sorry to hear. Hope everything is ok.
I've been lucky enough to have owned a 986 (face lift) 987 (Sports Edition) and I'm on my 981 now, when I owned each model they were the best 2 seater sports cars around, but like everything evolution takes over and every time I up graded that become the new best sports car, not sure if I'm too keen on taking the next step !!
Guvs.
Very nice I’m should you can offer lots of advice across all 3 generations. I don’t personally have a problem with the 718, in most scenarios it’s a better car, and you could even argue the power delivery of the turbo charged engines in more useable in most driving situations. The flat six and hydraulic steering is hard to beat though.
Nice! Thank you for the great video.
Thanks for watching! More content like this coming in 2024 👍
My 981 is sublime and I come from a 997 S. The handling of the 981 is absolutely superb.
Nice, it’s a stunning design
That’s because the 981 is lightest generation of all Boxster/Cayman.
you swapped a 997/911 for a 981? watch the youtube video by jeff richardson entitled "Porsche DO NOT want you to know this!!!"
to know why yours was the right decision for more reasons than just the superior handling...
@@donkeyshot8472 ha ha already have 👍🏼. He does some fantastic videos. Cheers pal. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Same. Had a 997.2 Carrera S that I sold. But then I missed having the flat 6 so ended up getting a 981 Boxster S. Before the 997.2 had a 996.2 Carrera 4S.
I agree that the seats in the 986 look better than the 987, but the generai agreement is that the 987/997 seats are a lot more comfortable. I have the sports seats in my 986 which look great though on longer journeys they aren't great.
I still have itchy feet about possibly getting a 987. This .2 version looks great.
Hi Spencer great to hear from you and interesting what you say about your seats. It's a really hard decision to make, buying a porsche boxster, doesn't matter if your a first time buyer or looking for one of the newer generations. I was blown away at how nice the 986 was, it feels a tiny car from inside the cockpit and outside looking in. The three main instrument dials are my favourite, the fonts are nice to look at and massive, plus the colour of the fonts in the digital displays is really nice. My mates 987.1 5 speed manual with the 2.7 engine, sounds great, is plenty fast enough and revs really nicely, sounds awesome too. The 981
each and every one is unique on its own for its genetation. just enjoy what you can afford. if you buy new, you have all the options to choose from; if you buy pre-own, happy hunting!
driving a boxster/cayman surely enhances one's passion for motoring.
Thanks for commenting, just purchased a 987 in cobalt blue, 2.7 with a 5 speed manual. It’s going to feature heavily on my channel this year, first video posted tonight 👍. Thanks for commenting
Bought a couple of Boxsters from Ashgood. They are a really excellent quality outfit!
Excellent which generations did you buy? All the team at Ashgood Porsche are excellent.
Two Boxsters, a Macadamia 2.9 987.2 and a 2.7 Guards Red 981 which to this day I'd love to have kept! both brilliant cars.@@thedrivebygg
Awesome which won was your favourite and why.@@9Elevenses
@@thedrivebygg by far the 981. I think it’s the best looking, best sounding, smoothest driving machine of all. The cockpit is also so far above the earlier versions in my opinion.
Agreed its a stunning piece of engineering, i would like to experience the 4.0l GTS @@9Elevenses
Great Job. I have a 981
Thanks 👍 much appreciated
Thanks for the video. Interesting to see all the cars in one go. Slight downside is that your weight, power and production numbers are all over the place. You're quoting BHP for some cars, PS for others. Re weights, the problem is probably a mix of DIN and EU, the latter adding a notional 70kg for driver and luggage. The 981 is lighter than the 718, for instance. Re production numbers, part of the problem is that the 718 isn't a "generation" of its own, it's a facelifted 981. But generally, they built a lot of 981 and 982 (982 being the internal code for the 718). They also built a lot of 987.1. The rarest by far is the 987.2. Far fewer of those than any other generation because of the timing of the launch just after the world financial crisis and during a global recession. 718 and 981, if you want to put it that way, were far bigger sellers roughly 3x times the volume each versus the 987.2.
Wow, you know your stuff thanks for posting others will enjoy your feedback.
Great video but you are wrong about the 718 only having one special edition, you forgot about the Boxster 25
Quite right sir, my mistake 👍
Own a RHD 2009 Boxster S Design 2 Limited Edition Number 174/500. This is the one with the enhanced 310hp 3,4 Liter engine with a 6 gear manual transmission. 47:24 An absolute peach of a car. I would only exchange it for a New 4,0 liter Boxster GTS 😂
Amazing, very rare Boxster, you in the UK?
@@thedrivebygg no I live in South Africa
@@thedrivebygg if you let me have your email I will send you some pictures 😉
I am currently looking at the Boxster s 981 as my next vehicle. Is it possible to switch steering wheels to a more modern one from the 718 or even other models ?
Yes I believe so
986 could be a really fun car to pick up for cheap and mod these days.... hmmmm
Got you thinking
981 was it a heavy clutch ?
Not particularly from what i remember, the 987 was heavier.
@@thedrivebygg You may find the master cylinder and slave cylinders, different part #'s, have a larger bore in the 981 and that can make it feel softer. I have a 987.2 Cayman S and to me it doesn't feel heavy, but I haven't clutched a 981 either. I've had some performance cars in the past that would be leg muscle builders .
I’m sure there’s a boxster missing! The one with the round head lights
🤔
You must be referring to the 987.1, maybe?
Let it get to temp before you rev it out next time
All cars had been warmed up 👍
@@thedrivebyggno they haven’t
Manual 981.1 are very hard to find, low production numbers and popularity of PDK, so very expensive.
Agree loads are pdk, in a 718 turbo I would take pdk all day long
On my 2005 S model I added a Pioneer Apple Carplay unit and a 992 style wheel from Porschemaster (£800) and now I'm completely satisfied, although my fave looker is the 981
Nice thanks for commenting, will check out the steering wheel.
Where is the 987 Generation 2?
Hi mate my understanding is that from 2009 the 987 is classed as a gen 2?
That’s not a sports design steering wheel, but a standard one
Oh dear sorry thought it was
Sorry, i was out after you said your not driving them.
Keep posted, drive videos when the weather improves.
718 - best sound is in Sport, not Sport Plus. You should read the Manual of each car before… 😉.
Ok interesting, didn’t know that, thanks for sharing.
Generation naming is wrong on thumbnail. Remove 718, because it should be:
982, 981, 987, and 986
Hello Lord Master, thanks for your comment, personally i think its a 718, what does everyone else think?
I will create a poll on my community section.
718 is the Model, that’s why it’s written in the back and is on Porsche’s official website as a model nameplate. We don’t see 981 or 987 Boxster.
Similarly with the 911.
•997 911 Turbo
•991 911 Targa
•992 911 Carrera
•987 Boxster
•981 Cayman
•982 718 Cayman
•982 718 Boxster
718 sounds much better I’m sorry !!
There seems to be quite a lot of love out there for the 718, people couldn’t stand the noise of turbo charged engines when they were first released. From other reviews I’ve seen many say the 2.0 litres
sounds better than the 2.5?
nope..2.5 sounds better..and faster..had the 987, 981 now the 718 pdk and love it,,awsome car@@thedrivebygg
Not a driving video... meh
That it isn’t, more a video for the enthusiasts. If you own a boxster and your willing to offer it up for a drive video, that would be awesome
I am interested in a 981 but I want to compare handling and performance, not the least interesting thing of the car which is the interior. Sorry but it's the truth @@thedrivebygg
Fair play, not driven the 981 so can’t comment but would expect it to be amazing, with plenty of grunt and noise.@@zrg999
13:48 0224hrs AM? 😂 My OCD would be adjusting that asap.🥲