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My new Porsche 718 Boxster | What's my thoughts?

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Porsche 718 Boxster (2.0L, flat-4 turbo) — owner’s impressions after ~2 weeks of ownership.

Trim/appearance and options highlighted include:

  • Crayon exterior paint
  • Black alloys
  • Black air intakes
  • Sports Chrono package
  • 14-way seats
  • Sport exhaust
  • Red/black interior theme

Key features mentioned

  • Sports Chrono package

    • Ability to switch into Sport Plus
    • Reviewer says it makes the car feel like it “sticks to the road”
    • Strong handling and acceleration in that mode

  • Sport exhaust button

    • Adds extra sound
    • Reviewer recommendation: “definitely try and hold out for that.”

  • Rear diffuser

    • Highlighted for making the car look more sporty than a “plastic bumper”

  • 14-way seats

    • Mentioned as a comfort-focused feature
    • Reviewer highlights red-and-black styling and seat details

  • Interior styling

    • Subtle red accents on seats and doors to break up an otherwise all-black cabin

  • Practicality for a sports car

    • Includes front trunk (frunk) and a rear boot
    • Reviewer calls it “practical” despite being a convertible

  • Convertible usability in cold weather

    • On a “minus 1 or 2” day, reviewer says it’s comfortable with:
      • Heated seats
      • Cabin heating
      • Roof down

Pros (as stated)

  • Looks

    • Loves Crayon paint
    • Enjoys the black wheels/air intakes
    • Notes the rear diffuser styling

  • Driving feel / performance

    • Sport Plus (with Sports Chrono) makes the car feel planted and quick through corners

  • Sound

    • Reviewer acknowledges the flat-4 turbo is often viewed as less exciting than the older flat-6
    • Despite that, they say it sounds “bloody brilliant,” including pops on low-gear downshifts

  • Convertibility experience

    • Roof-down visibility and comfort remain good even in cold weather (with heating/seat heaters)

  • Practical luggage space

    • Frunk and rear boot make it workable for everyday use

Cons / limitations mentioned

Not framed as “negatives” directly, but a few limitations are implied:

  • Reviewer notes the common belief that convertibles/sports cars don’t fit much luggage—then argues it’s still workable with the frunk and rear boot
  • Sound comparison limitation: the reviewer mentions they hadn’t heard the popping before in their previous Cayman, and speculates it may be related to the roof being up (or some difference in use/conditions)

Comparisons with a similar product (previous car)

Compared to their previous Porsche 718 Cayman (2.0L flat-4, owned for 3 years):

  • They chose the Boxster for the same experience, but with the roof down
  • Sound difference:
    • The Boxster makes pops in low gears
    • They “never heard” this in the Cayman and speculate the roof might have affected it
  • Broader sound concern:
    • References earlier flat-6 2.7L vs current flat-4 2.0L
    • Addresses worries the flat-4 would sound worse—claiming the Boxster sound is excellent

User experience / ownership context

  • New owner: first-time speaking on video
  • Review focuses on a short period: ~two weeks
  • Cold-weather comfort:
    • Comfort management in freezing temps using heated seats + heat
    • Mentions body proportions (short legs, warm head) as helping make roof-down use more comfortable

Numerical scores / ratings

  • No formal ratings or scores were given.

Overall verdict / recommendation

Strongly recommended. The reviewer’s enthusiasm centers on:

  • The Boxster’s looks
  • Sporty handling with Sport Plus (via Sports Chrono)
  • A convincing exhaust sound—especially with the sport exhaust
  • Practical roof-down comfort

They feel it delivers an exciting experience despite being a flat-4.

Unique points by contributor/speaker

  • Matt (single speaker)
    • Covered all features/opinions
    • Compared the Boxster to his Cayman
    • Discussed cold-weather comfort (“minus 1/2”) and roof-down usability

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