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Very different than I expected
by mkaresh | Apr 07 '05
Pros: High limits, short-throw clutch and shifter, refinement
Cons: Closer in character to a Honda Accord than a Honda S2000

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Product Rating: 4.0



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Re: I'm surprised too! (Reply to this comment)
by mkaresh, mkaresh is a Lead on Epinions in Cars & Motorsports
I drove the Cayman recently, and it sounds and feels much more like I expect a Porsche too. Unfortunately, they charge a premium for this experience.

Can you explain to me how providing information about my website, which provides information that cannot be practically provided in the reviews, has negatively affected the content of my reviews? What has it led me to say/not say differently?

I've put a lot of work into providing a free service that I mention in the context of a free review, yet a few people still feel the need to complain.
May 26 '06
6:42 am PDT

I'm surprised too! (Reply to this comment)
by webguy
I would've expected the Boxster's handling to be more capable. After all, the lateral g's are somewhere around .92 That said, the friends who have them really like the handling, but they do complain a little about the stock Boxster power. For 2900 lbs, I'd think 240hp/225lb-ft would be sufficient. It's not too far off from the old BMW Z Roadster, which is hardly a dog. Then again, I should drive this car.

On another note, I'm not sure how I feel about using Epinion reviews as a advertising platform for your business. If you can get away with it, fine by me. But that still might color my impression of your reviews.
May 25 '06
8:32 pm PDT

Re: S (Reply to this comment)
by mkaresh, mkaresh is a Lead on Epinions in Cars & Motorsports
I'm thinking it would feel much the same, just with more grunt.

What would make more of a difference is to have some track time in either car.

I'm also somewhat interested in sampling an earlier Boxster. From speaking with the saleman they might be more up my alley.

I should also note that I haven't driven the revised S2000. Even that car has been toned down to please more of the people more of the time.
Apr 07 '05
9:57 pm PDT

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by pvreditor, pvreditor is an Advisor on Epinions in Cars & Motorsports
Now that you've driven the standard Boxster, you should try the S. I'd be interested in your experience. I have not driven any version of the Boxster, sadly.

Nice review!

--Bob
Apr 07 '05
6:58 pm PDT