Is the S worth the extra?

[thboxster]

I've been doing my sums for the new '05. Historically, there was a noticable difference between the spec of a 2.7 and the S. With the advent of the new '05 model the gap seems to have shrunk by a large amount, whereas the associated cost has not.

So, i've speced a 2.7 to be as close to an S as possible, resulting in:

2.7 + Sports Package + 18" wheels + partial leather = 35,192

Note the sport pack, which according to the book suggest that PASM is included.

The S would be:

S + PASM = 39,180

So if i'm correct the basic figures suggest that the extra bhp that you get with the S and the extra 500cc equate to about £4,000.

As the title asks is the S worth it? (or have I missed something)

 

[daro911]

[&o]Test drive both models and then you will conclude what personally suits you best ... I think they are both excellent but I like the extra gog, extra horses, extra brakes, extra sound from the 3.2 [], extra rubber/alloys not to mention the hide seats

 

[thboxster]

That's precisely it, they both now share the same brakes (cross drilled etc), and with all the add-ons they are the same, exept for 500cc and 40-50 bhp.

As much as I don't have a problem going for an S, other than the engine, I can save myself 4k and have the same vehicle. Or spend the extra 4k on more toys (yeah)

 

[Mark_Bennett]

I think there are more differences Tony,

For instance, yes, they both have cross-drilled brakes but they are certainly not the same. The S brakes are thicker with better ventilation - see page 61 of the brochure for a picture.

 

[Yoda]

I think £4k for 50 bhp + better performance in other areas + better resale is quite good value. S will always command a premium and will be better to drive especially if you enjoy the extra performance at track days or on the road.

 

[JCB..]

see page 61 of the brochure for a picture.

I would if I could![]

 

[Mark_Bennett]

Someone (AtlantisUK over on PPBB) kindly scanned it all...

http://jfp3.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/brochure.pdf 6.4MB

Hope you are on broadband...

 

[Carl.Young]

ORIGINAL: Mark Bennett

I think there are more differences Tony,

For instance, yes, they both have cross-drilled brakes but they are certainly not the same. The S brakes are thicker with better ventilation - see page 61 of the brochure for a picture.

There were some fairly significant differences in the suspension if I'm not mistaken, although I don't know how pasm affects the new cars. I drove the (old) 2.7 and S back to back before buying mine, and they were quite different. Given that the difference in feel between the 2 old cars was deliberate, I can't see them changing that aspect. Agree with the guys here - drive both first & see which one suits.

 

[Guest]

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[Andy Tims]

ORIGINAL: thboxster


So if i'm correct the basic figures suggest that the extra bhp that you get with the S and the extra 500cc equate to about £4,000.

As the title asks is the S worth it? (or have I missed something)

Fine car as the 2.7 is, IMHO the S is much better. Price differentials even less if you do the sensible thing & buy a nice clean used model.

 

[Kevin Cooke]

£4k for 40-50bhp, peanuts.

My S was worth every penny

In addition I then paid more than that for the 25-30bhp factory power upgrade on my 996 C4S just to make sure I could keep up with Andy Tims in his Boxster S at Goodwood.

Now I've gone a a bought a MK11 GT3 so his CS does not embarress me.

So be carefull, once you start buying performance it never stops.

 

[daro911]

ORIGINAL: James Keith Starkie

So, we all start to think about affording a new one. A few answers on here would be useful.
What's the starting prices for 2.7 & S?
Anyone have a price guide yet?
How long from ordering one, say on launch night to delivery?
And the biggest - likely trade in value of a mint 2001 S in seal / nephrite, 12000 miles, aerokit + lots of bits

2.7 £32320 "S" £38720. At the moment my OPC has been hassling me to take a Nov build January delivery which I have declined as I want to see and drive a few specs and I am happy to wait for March new plate and hopefully any early production glitches sorted []