Issue 107
October 2010

speedART is spezialized in restoring Porsches young and old

Insurance Choice are an Insurance Broker based in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire.

Design 911 offers the ultimate in performance products from the worlds leading car parts manufactures.

Road Scholars is a treasure in the world of selling Porsches

A full range of Insurance cover, from Classic Car to Travel Insurance.

Tech 9 are the leading Independent Porsche Specialists in the UK.

2007 Porsche Boxster 2.7

Is it any good?
Ignore the cynics; the cheapest model in Porsche’s line-up is one of its best. Telepathic steering, terrific chassis and a superb blend of performance and affordability make for a massively appealing package. Even in its least powerful guise, Porsche's Boxster supplies a full-on sportscar experience. Jump in expecting gut-wrenching acceleration and you’ll be disappointed; find a decent set of corners, however, and it becomes clear why this car has earned the reputation it has. It has the ability to flatter even the most ham-fisted of drivers and the handling talents to keep the enthusiast entertained both on road and track. Six-speed box needs frequent stirring to keep engine on the boil, lacking some low down punch, but stretch it past 5000rpm and there’s decent acceleration on tap. Will return an easy 30plus on a run and won’t cost you a fortune to run either.

How does it stack up to a 911?
Considering it’s half the price of its bigger brother, the Carrera, Porsche’s Boxster is right up there in terms of fun. Unlike the 911, the Boxster is a car you can jump in, drive the arse off and come out wearing a smile from ear to ear. The 911, on the other hand, takes time to learn to get the best from it. Ultimately, the Boxster can’t replicate the 911’s bespoke feel or match it in terms of performance but in ‘S’ spec it’ll give the 911 a run for its money.

Would we buy one?
Definitely; a five-star drive

We Like
Handling, sports car experience

We Dislike
Lack of mid-range muscle

Verdict
Not only a superb Porsche, a superb car.
Max Power: 676hp @ 7000rpm
Max Torque: 664lb ft @ 3500-4000rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual, four-wheel drive (two-wheel drive optional)
Max Speed: 224mph (claimed)
0-60mph: 3.4 seconds (claimed)

For the full verdict on RUF’s RT12 S check out the December issue of GT Purely Porsche Magazine, on sale 12 Nov

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