Here's Why a Used Porsche Boxster 987 is the Sports Car Bargain of the Century

[@johnsweeney5108]

Mike - the type of guy to do a really weird Doug impersonation and leave you confused as to whether or not it’s a goof

[@tanjimbashar]

lol

[@dearbulls]

Most important, he doesn't look as funny as Doug. Doug looks like Mr. Bean.

[@puzer1]

...yeah, this is really embarrassing for this pear shaped gentleman...

[@Josh_0579]

@@dearbulls true

[@joep4224]

THISS is a....

[@benbox47]

Doug the type of guy to secretly train his apprentice, only to reveal him like this

[@MEXICAN_GULF]

Always two there are, a master and an apprentice

[@TheFoxyy18]

That was the best longform Craiglist car ad I have ever seen.

[@volodymyrshoniia2424]

Driving impressions? Performance? Anything other than interior, features, and exterior tour?

[@dvdny]

And BTW - those aren't cupholders, they're coffee spillers. Their flip-out arm turns into a spring, is when you hit a bump, coffee (or the whole cup) goes all over.

[@clu4u]

True dat!

[@dell888]

I think that pen holder was really meant to hold an air pressure gauge.

[@JohnDoe-dc6nr]

Digital air pressure, porsche said its a pen holder

[@MK-su6eg]

Exactly.

[@tanjimbashar]

The lot of people calling this video a Doug De Muro copy are doing so for good reason. That is not how TFL usually does 'the good the bad and the weird' and also, a very short(almost negligible) drive review for a 'buy it lease it rent it' test. All we found out from this video are all the itty bitty things that the car has and that it cost less.

[@1970HondaCL100]

So are you going to be making Doug's review style a permanent feature? The bug felt like a goofy one-off... but this is maybe approaching plagiarism?

[@DanWeinbrand]

KZbinrs are running out of originality.

[@AHMEDMOOSAJI]

Well Doug never trade mark his style of reviewing Even you can so thay stlye

[@philtripe]

these guys were doing buy it lease it forget it years ago and no its nothing like plagiarism which has to do with writing not acting...if that was the case Arnold could sue everyone that said "ill be back"

[@dearbulls]

That's exactly what I thought about

[@joelborden3242]

Doug who?

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

You should have given full credit to Doug Demuro considering this was almost an exact copy of his videos. Only thing it was missing was two shirts. Try to hide it better next time. It's hard to tell if this was a joke. But since you haven't addressed it I see it's not.

[@mindspinn311]

I wouldn’t hesitate to buy one of this generation. I already have an MX-5 so I’d buy the Cayman. I don’t need the S version either. Porsche is actually very reliable, Lexus reliable in fact. People don’t know that but they are ranked that way.

[@abourge12]

Ive had mine now for a couple of months and I'm never getting rid of it coming from a former convertible Mercedes owner

[@abourge12]

@DB-COOPER do it

[@kenneththomas291]

@DB-COOPER I currently have a 6-speed SLK350 and it is an awesome car. 2006 model with 45K miles. Powerful, stylish, comfortable (the wife loves it) and great handler. I also had a pair of SLK230s. Good for the time, but not in league with the SLK350 or the Boxster S. It is very hard to find any Benz with a manual gearbox, if you value that as I do. I am considering going for my first Porsche myself.

[@midnightcupcakestv]

Just bought one !!!! I’m soooo excited. My first car is a freaking Porsche!!!!

[@ratel.miodozer]

Midnightcupcakes wtf

[@psyvatordarkpsy5284]

any problems so far?

[@mr.h3603]

Midnightcupcakes Yo, so its been 6 months. Hows it going? Any issues?

[@Mrodriguez231]

How’s that car working out? I’m considering getting one. Please reply back :)

[@deadpoolphantomjohn265]

@Blackporsche roadster its not that bad, you act like it's a maserati

[@mikeferguson1879]

As someone that had a used 2010 987.2 Base Boxster, be ready for anywhere from $6k - $10k in repair bills. They are really nice cars, but with no warranty they are ultra expensive to fix

[@wsreimer6336]

Yes, Porsche has never stated that they build cars for the economy-minded individual ;) A friend of mine blew the engine on his 2018 GT3 on the track, he never lost any sleep over it.

[@amirbarak3896]

I wonder what cost you so much - the engine issues has been sorted out and the PDK is a solid transmission - so, could you shed some light on your comment?

[@knottstilting]

That Boxster needs a serious deep detail before the sale

[@Jmoneypoprocks]

Alot of people stating it's a "Doug" copy...I can see some similarities but I have never seen Doug sell the car at the end of the video. I thought the video was informative and enjoyed it. Since I own a 2003 boxster it was cool to see the upgrades and price comparison that I paid for mine vs the cost of the one in this video. Look forward to seeing more car videos.

[@AceMBP]

There is a saying. Nothing is more expensive than an inexpensive Boxster. Money pits for sure. I test drove a 2001 Boxster S and it's quite a car.

[@Nguyen2fold]

Recommendation and review of car should include reliablity and in this case since it's sports car maybe performance numbers.

[@brcc8208]

Lay off the criticism! He did a thorough job and familiarised himself with the vehicle beforehand. He didn't even stutter which is a trait of a professional. See if you can do better!

[@housepianist]

Br Cc he did do a good job but seriously, how can you not notice the Doug DeMuro format? Not that's there's anything wrong with that but you have to expect some feedback, be it positive or negative. The problem is that Doug has a very engaging personality and a quirky sense of humor so anyone trying to imitate his style tends to be a bit awkward and that's the case here.The review was fine but the format is distracting to a point. But hey, maybe TFL can refine it and make it more their own. For example, they don't have to start out with "This is.." or "..and then I'll give it a TFL score" or something like that. They can keep the format but change the script a bit. I think it's those specific Doug cues that lends a certain sameness to it. It's OK to idolize the way a KZbinr does a review and find inspiration from it but they just need to find a way to do it in their own style, unless of course they wanted to imitate him more directly.

[@m1kerophone]

@@housepianist thanks for the helpful feedback Randall. I think it's clear we ought to try to differentiate the style a little more going forward.

[@willblake72]

@@housepianist part of the problem is that TFL seems to be obsessed with DeMuro, one day criticizing him, and now copying him. It's kind of weird.

[@tanjimbashar]

+Br Cc Criticism is usually a good thing actually. In any case, no one can deny the resemblance to Doug's videos, that has to be accepted even by you. I mean, read the video title for once. I am not even gonna be blunt here. This is a rip off of Doug for sure. I am sorry, but I find too many things that's the same as Doug's.

[@craigmccann1028]

Hate kills, try something yourself that does not prejudice….

[@TommyboyGTP]

The second air vent on the side sucks air in, not blow it out to cool the engine compartment once it reaches a certain temperature. The PSM isn't just traction control, it's actual stability management that measures driving direction, speed, yaw and lateral direction. The speaker holes between the seats is the Bose subwoofer. Spend a little more and get a S model. It has bigger brakes, bigger engine, and a 6 speed instead of a 5 speed.

[@nihadabdulhameed7365]

Triptronic transmission

[@QuintonTV]

Agreed 100%. Highly underrated car.

[@pacrat90]

Great review dude. I love the Doug style of going a bit more in-depth. Very nice.

[@robturner9955]

Man, I just bought an 08 Boxster manual...It was a mess...abandoned in outback Aus. Had a rat living in the rear trunk that chewed up the wiring so the trunk wouldn't open. Anyways with google's help I fixed it all up and it's running like a dream (just needs a respray). If you are a hobby mechanic and DIY'er this car is for you...they are solid, well built and logical. Parts are available but all plastics and metal are built to last. A million times easier to work on than my Citroen DS and a million times more solid than my Daughter's new beetle where the plastics fall apart just by looking at them

[@manupainkiller]

Well hell, that rat surely knew how to pick his house, lol ! And with taste, too !

[@robturner9955]

@@manupainkiller and with replacing all the suspension components now it is just a dream to drive, tight and direct

[@CoelhoSports]

if you buy used, being able to work on the car is a high priority. if you have to pay porsche to remove the engine from underneath to work on it, that can be a deal killer and probably a big reason why they don't retain their value. before you rate a used car, we need to see you work on the engine.

[@jimmyschmidt14]

You probably have to remove the engine form underneath to change the alternator. lol. It' likely gna need one next week. lol. They only cost $500? and are hard to find. lol

[@benterry2681]

Jimmy Schmidt nah I replaced my alternator on my boxster by just taking off the hatch behind the seats that gives you access to the alternator. Porsche’s if this era are true track cars, they were designed to be worked on, brake calibers are off with two bolts, headlights out with one. Porsche charge a lot for servicing but it’s easier to work on yourself than most other cars I’ve owned. Had a 996 C4 986 Boxster and now have a 996 C4S.

[@jco1298]

Great video. As the owner of. 2002 Boxster, I concur. And, as the owner of an SKX as well, I can see you are someone who values, value! Keep it coming.

[@loveitorscrapit6673]

Friend of mine as just bought one very impressed. Good info.

[@sleepeatdrive7619]

I can not agree any more with this title! I own a 978.2 PDK and it has provided me with tons of smiles and no issues. I’ve taken it on the track at Sebring is it was perfect

[@sleepeatdrive7619]

Blackporsche roadster haha well I’ll still be sleeping soundly if that ever happened. That sucks for anybody to happen to. My Porsche is certified preowned with the 2 year warranty

[@sleepeatdrive7619]

Blackporsche roadster up next I’m eyeing a certified preowned F-Type R after my warranty expires. Cars break man, they’re machines. You gotta be able to pay to play

[@kenneththomas291]

Great review of the 987! I am looking at a 987 Boxster S (2006) and appreciate the walkaround. I know there are some differences with the "S" model. Still trying to decide whether it is enough of an upgrade from my SLK350. Nicely done!

[@MK-su6eg]

I got my 06 boxster S in 2019, and never had so much fun and joy driving around topdown in paradise! Aloha from Hawaii.... go for it ,do it, if you can, I did it.... rewarded myself after teaching public high school for 30+ years! Good luck!

[@terryallen9546]

Well, your video is well done, except you spend almost zero time explaining why it is the best sports car deal. A short driving demo might have helped justify the headline, too.

[@dougiequick1]

Problem with used Porsche is if it has been thrashed and abused with lack of maintenece ....mainly frequent oil changes...and how can one REALLY even know unless it was monitored and recorded....so anyone that gets unlucky they might have a time bomb....and these motors cost a fortune to fix or replace ...like $7k at least to put just a usedmotor in that might fail next week or $10k to $20k for a rebuilt or new motor? This is what keeps me from pulling the trigger...how to find a used one I trust was well cared for....now that the warranty is maybe kaput

[@danihellz]

I wonder if people will ever realize how good and special the 987 is.

[@RealTalk681]

Even in 2022 this is still a sports car bargain. I will definitely buy it!

[@RealTalk681]

I love this car so much! Will definitely get it as my first car!

[@eroc718]

The other comments about this trying to be DD are pretty spot on. You can do better than this. Demuro is his own thing, no reason to copycat when there’s a million other ways to present your content. People don’t come here for a Doug video clone.

[@SkippyPB.]

Better off with a 987.2 (2009-2012) It has a 9A1 engine which eliminates IMS issues. Also, if you choose the automatic, it will be a PDK.

[@nihadabdulhameed7365]

987.1 was torque converter more reliable than pdk in city traffics am I right

[@SSYoung125]

You buy a Porsche to enjoy it not to complain about it yes you complain about it when it's not running but, when it's running it rewarding; it's a driver's car very few cheap driver cars still exist

[@scottdiamond7133]

I absolutely LOVE my 987!

[@chucklucas5653]

Doug would review this car in under 30 minutes, Mike does it in under eight.

[@EvelcyclopS]

Chuck Lucas helps when you don’t drive it

[@bruceremington225]

17k holy shit! I just bought a 2007 cayman s for $14

[@jesses5463]

Mileage matters. I'm just saying.

[@one7decimal2eight]

There are 3 outlets. 1 is in the center console. That's where I plug my Bluetooth for streaming music. And there is no cd player in the front that I'm aware of. There is a DVD unit which is for the navigation dvds. I have a 2006 cayman so it obviously shares some similarities. I do not have that speaker in the middle of the seats and do not have a coolant gauge except when I open the cap.

[@azza655]

Liking the content, keep up the good work 👍

[@tundeuk]

Excuse me Doug-e-fresh 😂🤦🏾‍♂️

[@bigblockjunkie]

The bargain of the century are the now used sky redlines and solstice GPX's...that can be had with low mileage around $10k, or less. Can't be beat.

[@newerafrican]

If you have one for >$10K with >50,000miles let me know.

[@dandeluca9840]

Just bought one last year. Great car for the dollar. I think your HP was off as the base makes 245hp.

[@Gazza3501]

And the auto option is a 5 speed not six ......

[@BourneAccident]

Can't turn PMS (PSM) all the way off. It just becomes less sensitive. I own a 987 and a 981 and I found that out the hard way. Also, there should be mention of the IMS issues in these 986 and 987s.

[@daviddowling9830]

Been there,done that,forget it,run as fast as you can away from this bank draining machine.

[@robertswift6101]

whys that?

[@donleamon8653]

Wonder what it costs to change the plugs.

[@Gazza3501]

Eat Jat Or an EZ Carlift like I have. Then it's even easier.

[@jason5031]

I like this review. Even though he pulled a Doug, the camera shots are fun.

[@NightNurseMike]

Pcm is probably stability control right? traction control isn’t the same is it?

[@fcimports9823]

Amazing review! You have talent! I love all the small details provided and the different camera angles. I look forward to more reviews from this guy!

[@michaellauinger7406]

This is the same style as nearly anybody else have their reviewing a car. It's a typical, intuitive style and does not belong to any one individual. Doug certainly didn't invent it. Ignore your detractors. It was a decent video. Definitely would have liked to have seen more driving, more details about the vehicle's performance.

[@TheDarrionChannel]

Car reviews can only be SOOOO original. The kid is doing great! You guys are such content nazis. There’s enough space and enough cars for people to do car reviews

[@51jjm]

I'm agreeing with your comment. This young man did an excellent job. Also, and I've watched dozens of reviews on Boxters, he actually covered some items I have never seen covered/mentioned in all the other reviews I've watched. Solid work.

[@windyrun7979]

I agree. I learned a lot and I owned one for many years. Always regret selling it.

[@Shaddowxxi]

I don't think you've seen Doug's videos.... I'm only 30 seconds in and this is a straight copy down to the inflection he is using on the words lmfao.

[@toddrobertson1398]

This is better then Doug’s review...he didn’t go on and on for 20 plus minutes lol I rarely make it through his videos’

[@abelramos8652]

This car is about chassis. Handles like hell. You don’t need tons of power with that.

[@saney_boy]

I've had Fezza, Jag, and other sports cars, they came and went, but I'll never sell my 987 Boxster!

[@illson12345]

How about the maintenance?

[@Aiken47]

I’m looking at 987.2 onwards prior appears to have too many engine issues

[@ScottFentonfullbe6]

Great video, man! Thank you!

[@MaestroWenarto]

I bought one and yes, thank you....

[@captlarry-3525]

well a good walk through of the physical features of a second generation boxster.. with absolutely nothing about driving, nothing at all..

[@tbok75]

C'mon people this isn't a Doug ripoff... This kid only has one shirt.

[@davidviner4932]

Great Doug DeMouro video

[@calbob750]

I have owned several used Porsche and a BMW. It’s all fun until you need parts and labor. Big Bucks! Even your local non dealer mechanic is going to cost big bucks. I suggest only buying one if you can afford an extended FACTORY warranty. Enjoy!

[@wsreimer6336]

On a 2006?

[@jmdc33]

Great review 🤙🏻

[@gorn9161]

17 five years ago. Dream on...

[@mmctavish6666]

Mike is the type of guy to do a Doug impersonation

[@The_1]

J'ai une 3.4S manuelle de 2008 c'est le plus fantastique roadster pour un maximum de plaisir et un minimum de prix avec l'assurance d'un investissement Porsche, une agilité a couper le souffle et un régal sonore - Achetez maintenant la tech. d'avenir ne produiras jamais une occasion pareille. 🎧🎼🙋🏻‍♂️

[@richardpruitt5193]

5 minute mark.. look at the armrest flaking

[@AuthorAlanRogerCurrie]

Great video!

[@unignostik]

The first time was actually enjoyable, but if this is something permanent, you're losing me. How blatantly unoriginal can you be, not cool. edit: the cringgee

[@mikemcmo]

Doug the type of guy to watch this and sit back and know his realm is perfectly secure.

[@robertk8524]

Thanks, I bought a silver one for about $11500 USD

[@markc3341]

Didn’t TFL already have one of those ?

[@01Jelen10]

Seen stuff I didn't know about 987, thumbs up!

[@jackkirkpatrick2849]

I love you guys and have been watching TFL since the beginning but please dont copy Doug!!! It's cute and funny but I love TFL for TFL. Keep up the good work. Thanks!

[@mattdoyle111]

"I fit extremely well in this interior" ....Whilst sitting with the steering wheel on his knees!!!! I'm 6ft and don't fit in a Boxster.

[@compajuan014]

I'm 5'6-7 so good or bad fit?

[@FlowmasterStang]

Compa Juan01 You should be good

[@michaelmci7778]

You said quirk...boy u dun did it now

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Uh, you can't lease a car as old as this. makes no sense. tuned out.

[@adrianpalomares89]

U wish u had that car tho

[@spikehofmann]

What I'd really like is objective unbiased practical comments on what it's like to own this thing from the point of view of maintenance / reliability. Yeah I already know it's beautiful car WHEN ITS NOT BROKEN. This is just a sales pitch trying to pass itself off as plagiarised Doug Mauro review. Thumbs down.

[@huetuber1204]

This car is absolutely filthy.

[@BruceLyeg]

That's not a pen holder. It's for a tire gauge.

[@cdeschrevel5341]

I have a 2008 model, never knew about the pen holder and the cd thing :)))

[@josefsmendoza5498]

“Only Sport Car With 2 Usable Trunks” What about the Cayman?

[@mikemcmo]

FAKE NEWS! I hate misleading titles/clickbait. This video provides a halfway decent tour of the 987s features, but does almost nothing to address why it is the "Sports Car Bargain of the Century". Tells you at the start (with the big graphics) that there will be a buy it/lease it/rent it/forget it recommendation and then whoops, WE are selling it, so just buy it from us... unless you're watching this a month later and the car already sold. Bogus. Good spiel, good production quality, and then you amateur it up with weak follow-through. Video would have been more worthy of a Pontiac Fiero barn find.

[@etienne979]

Only sport car with 2 trunks!? What about Toyota Mr-2 or McLaren F1?

[@michael987s2]

That 987 is filthy...

[@jamesdore2.038]

Doug Demuro’s long lost son

[@belowaverageluke1369]

"With a car like this, you just have to fly.."

[@owenwright8952]

My parents have a 2005 porche boxster that is a 6-speed Manuel

[@klaus18768]

you forgot the sliding drawers behind the headrest but it's still a nice video. bye👋 Claudio, Italy

[@Kefoo_]

-- _Nice Review!_

[@gregbartley4089]

I’m interested....do you finance??????

[@93455Driver]

No Doug score?

[@yorkchris10]

I like the bikini top one, but then why not just get a buggy and drive it everywhere. You didn't mention the lifetime no oil change.

[@buttercup4958]

Boxsters are always breaking down with expensive repairs. Yuck! My mr2 spyder never had problems and I eat Porsche for breakfast even 911s. Why? Power to weight ratio. Mr2 spyder is very light weight. Don't buy Porsche. I own Toyota and Mercedes for comfortable ride. Porsche is neither fast or comfortable. Lol.

[@montemarehijosPanama]

Excelent video, thanks!

[@MrZYouTube]

Checked craigeslist...not there 😔

[@brentjohnson5171]

Budget Doug Demuro reviews budget Boxster.

[@zTheBigFishz]

987.2 is a better choice

[@renesanchez5333]

Favorite car going to buy it soon, the S version. How much is the payments

[@ahale1987]

These generation Boxsters are mostly cheap enough that you shouldn’t have payments.

[@williameason1194]

If you have to ask......

[@kevinzacarias91]

Doug looks different in this video

[@chevylover0226]

I am honestly cringing so hard about how close this guy has impersonated Doug. I mean this is literally an exact copy of his style and I am lost for words. Come up with your own style buddy