M3 worth the upgrade from 2005 Boxster S?

JPizzz · 04-05-2011, 09:28 PM

Hey all,
I have a 2005 Porsche boxster S 6spd-19in rims, 45k miles, everything but the navigation and tach. Looks and drives great, but i've always been a fan of the m3, and after my gf bought the 328i hardtop convertible, I wanted it even more. I'm currently thinking of purchasing an 09 E92. Now I know the 0-60 diff between the two cars is about 1 second, and the m3 would be more luxurious, i'm just wondering if I would be able to feel the performance diff between the two cars. I'm also concerned that I might miss the cornering and feel of the midengine boxster s. I'm looking to get the dsc since I want to try something diff from the 6mt-not that I don't enjoy driving a stick-hopefully I won't miss it. Anyway, feedback is appreciated. This looks like a great place.

Seattle S65B40 · 04-06-2011, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by JPizzz

Hey all,
I have a 2005 Porsche boxster S 6spd-19in rims, 45k miles, everything but the navigation and tach. Looks and drives great, but i've always been a fan of the m3, and after my gf bought the 328i hardtop convertible, I wanted it even more. I'm currently thinking of purchasing an 09 E92. Now I know the 0-60 diff between the two cars is about 1 second, and the m3 would be more luxurious, i'm just wondering if I would be able to feel the performance diff between the two cars. I'm also concerned that I might miss the cornering and feel of the midengine boxster s. I'm looking to get the dsc since I want to try something diff from the 6mt-not that I don't enjoy driving a stick-hopefully I won't miss it. Anyway, feedback is appreciated. This looks like a great place.

M3 is worth the upgrade

klammer · 04-06-2011, 01:12 AM

It's dope, get it

DrakeKemper · 04-06-2011, 01:20 AM

I race Boxsters, and I daily drive an E92 M3. You won't even know what happened, the first time you step on the accelerator. It will open your eyes up so wide. The M3 is a COMPLETELY different beast. In the corners, NOTHING BEATS BOXSTERS, but the M3 will make those corners a lot more sideways, but still in control. And have about 200 more HP for the straights too lol.

GO FOR THE UPGRADE!

DOUT · 04-06-2011, 01:34 AM

yes

MK599 · 04-06-2011, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JPizzz

Hey all,
I have a 2005 Porsche boxster S 6spd-19in rims, 45k miles, everything but the navigation and tach. Looks and drives great, but i've always been a fan of the m3, and after my gf bought the 328i hardtop convertible, I wanted it even more. I'm currently thinking of purchasing an 09 E92. Now I know the 0-60 diff between the two cars is about 1 second, and the m3 would be more luxurious, i'm just wondering if I would be able to feel the performance diff between the two cars. I'm also concerned that I might miss the cornering and feel of the midengine boxster s. I'm looking to get the DCT since I want to try something diff from the 6mt-not that I don't enjoy driving a stick-hopefully I won't miss it. Anyway, feedback is appreciated. This looks like a great place.

fixed.
and the DCT is amazing.

half man half amazin · 04-06-2011, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mk599

Quote:

Originally Posted by JPizzz

Hey all,
I have a 2005 Porsche boxster S 6spd-19in rims, 45k miles, everything but the navigation and tach. Looks and drives great, but i've always been a fan of the m3, and after my gf bought the 328i hardtop convertible, I wanted it even more. I'm currently thinking of purchasing an 09 E92. Now I know the 0-60 diff between the two cars is about 1 second, and the m3 would be more luxurious, i'm just wondering if I would be able to feel the performance diff between the two cars. I'm also concerned that I might miss the cornering and feel of the midengine boxster s. I'm looking to get the DCT since I want to try something diff from the 6mt-not that I don't enjoy driving a stick-hopefully I won't miss it. Anyway, feedback is appreciated. This looks like a great place.

fixed.
and the DCT is amazing.

YES IT IS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

creepy coupe · 04-06-2011, 02:53 AM

Not a Boxster, but I had a Cayman S before the M3 and I have no regrets.

karussell · 04-06-2011, 03:53 AM

boxster is incredibly fun and nimble because its light. m3 is incredibly fun and nimble despite its heft. big difference there. tradeoff is m3 is usable every day and can carry people and stuff. best of both worlds if you can keep your boxster and buy maybe a pre-loved M3 for 10K cheaper than new.

jmflukeiii · 04-06-2011, 05:23 AM

Very easily can say yes.

PKL · 04-06-2011, 07:27 AM

Duh?

JPizzz · 04-06-2011, 07:45 AM

Thanks for the replies guys. I think I would be happy with an E92, hopefully I will find a nice preowned soon

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elh0102 · 04-06-2011, 07:46 AM

I think it all depends on your expectations. I’ve owned a Cayman S. In terms of communication of steering, brakes, and suspension, the Porsche is much better. The mid-engine thing is probably overplayed a bit. One can argue that the M3 or ZO6 is as much a front mid-engine car as is the Boxster a rear mid-engine. One aggrevation I had with the Cayman, PSM cannot be fully disabled without some electrical work; not an issue for street driving, but a pain on track. The big nemesis of the M3 of course, is weight. More hp helps, but doesn’t offset the handling effects. Not that the M3 handling is weak, as it is truly a great sports sedan. I’ve owned two E46 and now the E92 version, and have no regrets. Except for StopTech brakes, I have done nothing to the car, and will not. It is not a car that, IMO, is very well suited to heavily modding for track use. It can be done of course, and with great success, but it’s kind of an uncomfortable fit. Maybe like wearing tennis shoes for running; can be done, and a good runner wearing them will beat me in my best running shoes! If I were still more active in track stuff, I would have something else, but the M3, IMO, is truly the best in its class.

fortressmaximus · 04-06-2011, 07:52 AM

I have a boxster and a e92 m3.
The tight cornering feel you get from the boxster you won't get from the m3, but the m3 is amazing.
The m3 is more practical, faster, more aggressive looking, and luxurious in my opinion. The boxster is great for those windy roads and sunny days if you want the top down.

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JPizzz Private First Class 29 Rep 134 Posts Drives: Porsche Boxster S Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: pa iTrader: (0)	M3 worth the upgrade from 2005 Boxster S? Hey all, I have a 2005 Porsche boxster S 6spd-19in rims, 45k miles, everything but the navigation and tach. Looks and drives great, but i've always been a fan of the m3, and after my gf bought the 328i hardtop convertible, I wanted it even more. I'm currently thinking of purchasing an 09 E92. Now I know the 0-60 diff between the two cars is about 1 second, and the m3 would be more luxurious, i'm just wondering if I would be able to feel the performance diff between the two cars. I'm also concerned that I might miss the cornering and feel of the midengine boxster s. I'm looking to get the dsc since I want to try something diff from the 6mt-not that I don't enjoy driving a stick-hopefully I won't miss it. Anyway, feedback is appreciated. This looks like a great place.
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DrakeKemper Sexiest Man Alive 91 Rep 789 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I race Boxsters, and I daily drive an E92 M3. You won't even know what happened, the first time you step on the accelerator. It will open your eyes up so wide. The M3 is a COMPLETELY different beast. In the corners, NOTHING BEATS BOXSTERS, but the M3 will make those corners a lot more sideways, but still in control. And have about 200 more HP for the straights too lol. GO FOR THE UPGRADE! __________________ 2011 BMW X5//M 2008 E90 M3 - 6MT - AA Gen 2 Level 3 1991 Hot Girlfriend
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DOUT Captain 56 Rep 783 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (2)	yes __________________ 2021 M3 6MT Brooklyn Grey/Silverstone Previous: 2009 335i ZMP 2013 M3 6MT ZCP Space Grey/Fox Red
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creepy coupe Lieutenant General 1867 Rep 13,043 Posts Drives: BMW M340I G20 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (2) Garage List 2015 BMW 435d [0.00] 2009 335i [0.00]	Not a Boxster, but I had a Cayman S before the M3 and I have no regrets.
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karussell Lieutenant Colonel 353 Rep 1,749 Posts Drives: 4 wheels Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NorCal iTrader: (1)	boxster is incredibly fun and nimble because its light. m3 is incredibly fun and nimble despite its heft. big difference there. tradeoff is m3 is usable every day and can carry people and stuff. best of both worlds if you can keep your boxster and buy maybe a pre-loved M3 for 10K cheaper than new. __________________ "It gave you amazing satisfaction, but anyone who says he loved it is either a liar or he wasn't going fast enough." - Jackie Stewart on racing at the Nurburgring
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jmflukeiii Captain 16 Rep 726 Posts Drives: 2011 Jet Black M3 ZCP Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tampa, FL iTrader: (0)	Very easily can say yes. __________________ 2011.5 E92 M3 Jet Black, DCT, Competition, Premium 2, and Convenience Packages, Black Novillo, Enhanced Premium Sound, 15% Tint, Black Kidneys/Reflectors/Gills/Roundels, DINAN Full Exhaust, DINAN Tune. 2006 Range Rover Sport Supercharged Black everything.
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JPizzz Private First Class 29 Rep 134 Posts Drives: Porsche Boxster S Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: pa iTrader: (0)	zz Thanks for the replies guys. I think I would be happy with an E92, hopefully I will find a nice preowned soon .
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elh0102 Captain 15 Rep 751 Posts Drives: 2009 335i coupe Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	I think it all depends on your expectations. I’ve owned a Cayman S. In terms of communication of steering, brakes, and suspension, the Porsche is much better. The mid-engine thing is probably overplayed a bit. One can argue that the M3 or ZO6 is as much a front mid-engine car as is the Boxster a rear mid-engine. One aggrevation I had with the Cayman, PSM cannot be fully disabled without some electrical work; not an issue for street driving, but a pain on track. The big nemesis of the M3 of course, is weight. More hp helps, but doesn’t offset the handling effects. Not that the M3 handling is weak, as it is truly a great sports sedan. I’ve owned two E46 and now the E92 version, and have no regrets. Except for StopTech brakes, I have done nothing to the car, and will not. It is not a car that, IMO, is very well suited to heavily modding for track use. It can be done of course, and with great success, but it’s kind of an uncomfortable fit. Maybe like wearing tennis shoes for running; can be done, and a good runner wearing them will beat me in my best running shoes! If I were still more active in track stuff, I would have something else, but the M3, IMO, is truly the best in its class.
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fortressmaximus Captain 104 Rep 680 Posts Drives: BSM M4 Join Date: May 2009 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0)	I have a boxster and a e92 m3. The tight cornering feel you get from the boxster you won't get from the m3, but the m3 is amazing. The m3 is more practical, faster, more aggressive looking, and luxurious in my opinion. The boxster is great for those windy roads and sunny days if you want the top down.
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