2021 Porsche 718 GTS | Medicine for the Soul

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

'medicine for the soul' *Sees price* I'll take two bottles please.

[@thumpertorque_]

I read bottles as beetles.

[@BobbyDigital_100]

Hahaha

[@joekannoo]

I’ve never seen this guy smile. This Porsche did it. Jesus, I should just buy one.

[@johnlee5307]

There is no substitute

[@brewtalityk]

@M S idk why people care about how their car sounds so much. If you just play death metal it doesn't matter!

[@cbttrainee5961]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@realyoon]

he did when he drove the miata! :)

[@ouch9326]

nick murrays gt3 engine cayman

[@themza912]

13:31 Jack smugly smiling because he knew one day Mark not only would succumb to the glory that is Porsche, but would do so with wild excitement. Much like Squidward trying his first Krabby Patty.

[@Patient_Lion_BS]

The squidward analogy was perfect.

[@kconfire]

hahahah that subtle smile

[@bluengold3443]

The turbo s definitely converted mark to the church of Porsche if you watched that video

[@auto-rugissante]

Regarding your comments about the interior: I’m driving a 992 and I do miss the old, “cluttered” interior a lot. I just hate how they bury functions within the touch system that took a fraction of a second to find once you got used to it. Reducing physical buttons is step in the wrong direction imo.

[@grtbgf]

Finally someone with REAL experience to say this. Thank you.

[@danielkim672]

I agree. Although I am not fortunate to own a Porsche, when I compare my new Audi to the 2017 q7, I miss the knobs and direct push controls that get you to exactly where you want to be. The new screen makes me take unnecessary jump through extra hoops steps.

[@rebc123]

I think that, other than price, is one of the reasons I went to a used 991.2 instead of a 992. The 991.2 has the nice balance on the interior between the more traditional layout with good useful tech. Also, the 992 wasn't available in a manual when I found my 991.2. I agree with you on the interior though. The Boxster/Cayman models have retained the more traditional layout with discrete buttons for discrete functions, something the 991.2 tends to keep as well.

[@darthnatas953]

Agree, I prefer physical gauges to the screen on the 992, and I despise touchscreens to control anything but the radio.

[@grtbgf]

@@darthnatas953 Even the radio can be a burden to operate.. i think the best combination is a screen that you can control by buttons/pads near the gear lever. (Like bmw, mercedes) have

[@redwineisfine]

Porsche is the only manufacturer out there that has the audacity to charge people for both adding and subtracting options to their products.

[@Dowlphin]

Not for debadging though. But on the other hand, at least in Germany, the car comes with red brake calipers with any paint color and if you want them black you have to pay 820€ extra! 🤦🖕

[@jordanjoestar8839]

@Andres Perez I would say just go buy something better then... but you can't.

[@brly4542]

It's crazy a boxter is now a 6 figure car, no longer the affordable Porsche

[@HeavyMetalorRockfan9]

@@brly4542 correction** the boxster you would actually want to buy is a 6 figure car :P

[@astronmr20]

Stonks

[@gerryphilpott9766]

You probably don't check your comments from 2021 posts, but this singlehandedly convinced me to take the leap with the '23 Boxster GTS. Evidently there is an allocation available and I'm ordering it to spec. I've enjoyed watching your many videos on Porsches and if you wonder if any have a significant impact, well, this one did. Thank you!

[@carguy7627]

I'm thinking of pulling the trigger and ordering to spec next year. I just can't see anything else on the market that fits my needs as well as this. How's your experience been?

[@gerryphilpott9766]

@@carguy7627Well, the car was amazing but lots of things changed since I drove a stick last in SoCal (late 80'/90's) and my retirement has been delayed. Dealer bought it back at sticker and now listing it higher. (I tried to sell but buyers want brand new car for 1 yr old 10k prices). I will one day get an S or something less $$ as can't enjoy it the way it should at least in my neck of the woods. Good luck with your decision making.

[@ab-mf2gh]

​@@carguy7627 I fear, you might be in for a disappointment. Production, at least for the GTS 4.0's will seize after March 2024, at least for the European market. It might even be for the whole 982 generation and all markets, not quite sure. (Originally the pure electric follow up was due to be released in 2024 which has been delayed due to the developments in the last few years. However, new regulatory requirements and possibly production planing challenges could mean that there will simply be a gap.) You better head to your next Porsche dealer and get clarification.

[@Xaluber]

"And maybe if you're crazy, a 1st car in a good climate". Guess I'm even crazier than crazy since my 981 is my only car and I live in northern Indiana.

[@BennyTheWoo]

I’m an absolute car snob and and have no time for youtubers with little or no clue. You guys have got this absolutely nailed. Cheers from Oz.

[@alexnutcasio936]

Porsche: We've made an affordable 718 Options enter the chat

[@ruthun]

Man. I hear you. I tested a Q3 Sportback recently that had enough options in it to be able to buy an older gen S1 hatchback. LOL

[@alexnutcasio936]

Alex_Soto and they won't be flying out the door. Better off with a fully spec'd Miata , more fun, less worry and same result. You'll get your money back too! The 718 is just not a collector car despite what Dr. Goose says.

[@mmmmm4815]

I love this car, and $116k is an insane price for this car. I can admit that. But when you drive this car, everything, and I mean everything that isn’t Porsche, seems irrelevant. From the drive to the materials in this car...it’s all 10x better feeing that everything else out there. And that’s why it’s so expensive.

[@mmmmm4815]

@@alexnutcasio936 a Miata is not as fun as this lol. Just stop guy

[@alexnutcasio936]

///Mmmmm sure it is mate, go to any SCCA event and there's hundreds of them. Not as fast nor quick, but on a set of Hoosiers, it'll handle every bit as well as the 718. And not break too!

[@willliston255]

Its about goddamn time the 718 GTS 4.0 gets some love from some US Influencers. The ones in Europe have been repping this car for close to a year. I was stoked when I heard wispers of it and opted for the Porsche 718 GTS 4.0 over the 2021 BMW M4. Much love though, better late then never.

[@johnridesadv2512]

Now THIS is more like it. Farm road cliché corner had been kind of quiet recently with all the SUV testing.

[@Dowlphin]

Did you notice the cut? 😉

[@troyjollimore4100]

@@Dowlphin I blame the rear tires... LOL!

[@taylorc2542]

How many times can he blast down that road before the pitchforks come out? I know it's Illinois and the roads suck, but they should drive a couple hours and film in the driftless area.

[@Dowlphin]

@@troyjollimore4100 He just cut the corner onto the gravel. No loss of control involved before that. Also, at one point he even said the tires would cause less grip, but AFAIU they should have even more grip once they are basically slicks. Maybe not for long, but it's still the same rubber mix there and profile is mainly only needed for wet and wet-dirty conditions. Plus, the tires still had a little profile left.

[@troyjollimore4100]

@@taylorc2542 I think that’s one of the fastest times he’s driven it. It’s probably spaced out enough the residents don’t really care too much. So long as there’s no donuts or burnouts!

[@BigHeadClan]

Can't give enough kudos to Porsche for listening to their buyers and community and bringing back the 6-cylinder motor, I was surprised to see Mark having issues with the GT4 from last gen but happy to hear he really liked this one.

[@babochee]

I saw this post so I called in sick at work and ran this on a loop for 8 hours while door dashing lattes to my front door non-stop.

[@BarbWaltersMusic]

It's scary to think we might be watching some of the last best N/A manual cars when we watch these videos.

[@Ryan.......]

I've been hearing that from auto journalists for at least 15 years, but you may be right this time. I hope the trend continues.

[@BarbWaltersMusic]

@@Ryan....... the difference is now there’s laws being purposed or in place to stop the sale of ICE cars by a certain time. Things are a changing

[@olasek7972]

combustion engines will still be with us for decades , that’s the official projection of government and transportation experts. I wouldn’t fall for some propaganda statements coming from left-leaning anti ICE politicians (like in California).

[@insayn7995]

Porsche and a few other companies are working on synthetic fuels to keep these cars alive, let’s hope it all works out for them.

[@thundrune1554]

@@olasek7972 this isn’t a political issue.

[@pauliks5218]

since 2014 i have a 911turbo for the Sundays and planed to buy a VW Golf R for everyday, but then i stepped in to a 987 boxster S and bought it plus a very old van for big transports. U can guess, which was my favorite everyday car: the 987! now, 10yrs and 90000 km later i will keep the 911, keep the van and replace the boxster..and it will be a boxster again! i lurked for an affordable 718 S, but now i think, i dig for some gold in my garden untill i can find a GTS 4.0...this video was the answer to my question

[@lav1daloca]

Boxster GTS 4.0 is the best Porsche of all time

[@softhotty]

I just bought a 16 981 Cayman GTS...had it a month put 1500 miles on it...absolutely love the car and it's with PDK...freaking awesome !

[@dylanw890]

I absolutely love this car, I have always been a fan of the Cayman line-up but it's INSANE how expensive these have become...

[@Resist_Oppression]

Exactly. I just purchased one and sheeeesh! 😆 If you're looking for the driving experience, leave out navigation and shit that you use your phone for.

[@amoilevin]

Having driven this car for that past 6 months, I think that the long gearing claim is not a real issue for the average driver. The sound and power delivery is so amazing starting 4k rpm that you don't need to rev the car beyond 6k rpm. Driving this car is extremely satisfying.

[@AncientAviator]

80 MPH in second gear? SOLD!!! This was a SUPERB review. I loved the "visit to the shop." Very informative from a technical standpoint. Very nicely done gentlemen!

[@Jay-xr3sb]

A 2 gear car

[@orwhat24]

I remember when the 930 came out and it would do 55 in 1st. 😂

[@autonewstv86]

Perfectly engineered to endure the Starbucks drive-thru.

[@ScottKelley]

Yummmm yum yummmmm

[@jricoc3475]

Not quite: the (pop-out) cupholders on these things are terrible. You WILL get spillage on your console, and no one wants to hear about your 1% Problems ...

[@chadhanson4369]

Not near as fun as a Jeep Wrangler you can buy for $35k and after 100k miles and 7 years you can sell for $26k You loose as much driving this off the lot as daily driving a wrangler for 7 years!

[@ScottKelley]

@@chadhanson4369 Completely different ballpark

[@mattyp3119]

@@chadhanson4369 nah your completely uninformed. The last flat 6 caymans in the 981 and gt4 have lost less than 10% of their value and are 5 years old.

[@rmelotto]

Man, the quality of the video, and im specifically talking about video/record/resolution, and camera moves, its something that makes me watch all this channel releases with much joy.

[@mrburgermaster]

That large 102mm bore though. Even the spec sheets are satisfying to look at.

[@imperatormouse2735]

this is how a review should be. Not stuff that one can google in 2min from the Porsche homepage. thumbs up!

[@thecarguycollective5485]

“The fun factor” and the need to go too fast is the exact reason why I lust after a BASE 981 boxster which is like a German Honda s2k

[@drbobs8267]

You are right. I traded in my S2K on this car because it’s better. I loved the S2K. It was the most fun car I ever had but the 718 is more fun!

[@svn5994]

@@drbobs8267 "I traded in my 38,000 MSRP car for a car that is at minimum almost twice that and is better" Wow who would've thought that a Porsche that's double the cost of an S2K at minimum would be worse.

[@rafaelcordoba13]

@@svn5994 dude your logic makes no sense. There’s a bunch of cars that are triple the price and horrible to drive...

[@drbobs8267]

@@svn5994 :)

[@Trochanus]

Base 981 is real fun, but the sad thing are the very long gears. This takes a lot fun out of it. I drove 981 boxster(pdk) and 2.0 supra(fully specd) back to back and the supra is a bit more fun just for the more shifting to do on narrow mountain roads. On the Boxster there are corners, where the gears just dont fit and you are falling to low in RPM.

[@kushing8]

You guys hit all the points I needed. You have done reviews on all the cars that I wanted(M2, New Supra, 4.0 cayman) still waiting on the TTRS review. Main reason I live in Alberta Canada

[@Jay-xr3sb]

And then a lotus emira

[@dragospahontu]

Savagegeese: *Medicine for the Soul* Me: *Contemplates whether it will cure my soul after I sell both of my kidneys to buy it*

[@LoneWolfHustle]

🤣🤣🤣

[@TheExotich1]

You will need to sell more than kidneys, probably half of your liver, one testicle and eyeball as well.

[@bartonpayne1017]

Be careful what you wish for. For years people have asked for Boxster/Cayman trims that approach (or exceed) 911 capability. Now that they are here, is it a surprise the prices also approach 911 levels? If you don't want to spend ~100k, buy a base Cayman, it is a wonderful car. Still too high? The return of the flat 6 engines is bound to depress prices of 2014-2016 981 series cars, and a 3.4 liter Cayman S is a 99% ideal sports car.

[@dragospahontu]

@@bartonpayne1017 I'd stick to the new 400z that's coming out because it will be half the price but still have a 6 cylinder engine.

[@bartonpayne1017]

The upcoming 400z will certainly be a good sports car, but with a front engine and turbo v6 it is unclear if it will have the handling balance and quick throttle response of the Porsches. The Cayman has a precision and telepathic control that is almost unique among modern cars, let's hope the 400z gets similar abilities.

[@CapnGoof]

981 Spyder owner. Said when I ordered it, I'd keep it for 50 years. 63 months later, no change in plans. 718 4.0 GTSes and 718 GT4/Spyder are also in that camp. Folks, if you get one, don't "upgrade" to something else. Just keep it forever. They're impossible to beat for the price.

[@TheExotich1]

I tell people the same thing if they can find a really clean W204 C63 that 6.2L motor and sound will never be manufactured again!

[@TGCREken]

I am the original owner of a 99 Boxster. Still drive it and giving it to my son. It’s fantastic. Now, I have a Spyder coming in December. Will NEVER sell it. Last of the true great sports cars ever made.

[@thewhitecarrot]

I’ve only watched 10 seconds and it’s already more entertaining than the Rogue review.

[@meteormedia7021]

I've said it ever since I first drove a 718 Boxster S on the launch event on the Porsche Leipzig circuit: The 718 is the point where the Boxster and Cayman finally overtake the 911, especially now that it has the 9A2 flat six. The 718 is now the better 911 - it's the hardcore "everyday" Porsche.

[@marcfd3756]

Nice review. I agree with everything you said except the complaints about the gearing, which is perfect the way it is for the roads I drive every day. Very drivable around town without the need to rev it to 8k every start (I have the GT4) but also a joy to run through the gears to a high speed when appropriate. The longer gears also minimize the frequency of shifting to get to a high speed, which makes for a smoother, quicker run to a high speed. The gearing is also great for the track and through twistie canyon roads. My advice, if you're not going to drive this car fast in a way that makes the gearing a joy to behold, buy something else. I look forward to your GT4 and GT3 reviews. Thanks for your great work!

[@crxh2dvtec]

Woah woah woah. NO Patagonia?!

[@PianoBlackTrimRep.]

Patagonia dumped them.

[@crxh2dvtec]

@@PianoBlackTrimRep. haha. Imagine if that was really the case? It would be hilarious!

[@thomasz3192]

Love to see a review of the original 981 boxster/cayman, that might be a real deal. I'm really curious to see the potential weight difference in the new platform.

[@rosgoncharuk2403]

After that Nissan Rogue, Jack and Mark definitely needed some "Deutsche Medizin" - it had to be Porsche! Just look at their faces - they're alive again! Miracle!

[@dougrobinson8602]

Probably before, not after. Notice the greenery. Northern Illinois looks like frickin' Siberia now!

[@sunnyvalentino]

Jack, u killing it man. I am closer aligned to your car takes vs Mark's. You are a lot more hooliganish and fun oriented w your car choices, Mark is technical precision and serious .

[@ginny9013]

Awesome video. Answers all the right questions for Boxter drivers - which I am. Am so looking forward to my next Boxster purchase. Love Porsche. Gives me everything I need; prestige, practicality, drivers' experience, fun, peace, and a personal reward.

[@chrisjones708]

This video caused me to purchase this car. I went to the PSDS a few years ago (I made my one and only KZbin video about it) and fell in love with the flat 6 sound. I ended up purchasing a Miata after that, partly because the boxster was a "4 popper" at that time, partly because I wanted to start simple, but I didn't really fit in it (I'm 6'4"). I decided to sell it after 3 seasons, with the intent of not having a sports car. This video changed my mind. Put in a $5k deposit on the dealer's next allocation this morning. Thanks for the great reviews.

[@lolzable1]

16:10 I drive my 981 all year long, in Chicago. It's my only car, and it does everything perfectly. It's awesome.

[@drbobs8267]

What tires are you using in the winter?

[@lolzable1]

@@drbobs8267 I'm on Dunlop SP Winter Sport (18''). They perform well on packed snow, but I've had to be a bit more careful on fresh snow.

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

First time I actually understood the distinction between the GTS Boxster 4L and the C8. A distinction so profound that this Porsche won't depreciate.

[@soufsidemotorsports8418]

"Much missed flat six" Whew, when that mixtape coming out?

[@whiteglove5723]

You 2 guys make this channel ROCK! Thanks. Always enjoy watching this channel.

[@CarputingYT]

I liked this video, and now I am immune from COVID-19.

[@Dowlphin]

Might have been before. No way to tell without testing. 😏

[@lancecahill5486]

It's true that it's overwhelming to find where everything is. So don't ever lose your manual.

[@chuckcribbs3398]

This is the only Porsche I would own, if I could afford it, in a hardtop.

[@wheelwrightpl9429]

I didn't drive GTS 4.0 yet, but I suspect its long 2nd-gear may not really be a problem. You can always short-shift, and as a result use 3 or 4 gears, even in city driving. I do it all the time in my turbo Bimmer. Sure, the car will be a little sluggish because it lacks flat torque curve of a turbo, but to rectify this you can downshift in a lightning-quick fashion, courtesy of automatic rev-matching. In fact I believe that auto rev-matching is more useful in this car than in turbo ones, because it complements its high-revying, linear-torque, engine better.

[@DanLMH]

I am looking forward to this one, thanks as usual lads

[@BobC59]

The point of a sports car is the driving experience, and the Boxster/Cayman line provides one as good as you will find at any price. Absolutely love my 981 Cayman S, and I love this one.

[@infidel900rr]

This is my "almost reachable" dream car!! ;)

[@blaw11b]

Somebody at Porsche design is a big fan of the German Bauhaus movement. The lettering, the aesthetic...beautiful.

[@jamest5149]

“Get rid of the cluttered physical controls”... what??????

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

Jack is a bit moronic sometimes.

[@jackholmes8105]

@@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT hey i liked the physical controls. Mark was the one who disliked it. I am a moron though.

[@JohnFromAccounting]

The 6 cylinder mid-engine Porsche is a hero car for me. I can't afford one now, but when I can, it's the kind of car that I'll keep and cherish until it stops functioning (or I stop functioning) in 30+ years. It's one of those rare vehicles that is engineering excellence, and the kind of product that you want to buy new to show Porsche that there are people that care about these products.

[@dcarts5616]

Or until they outlaw ICEs. ;)

[@security_threat]

Curious why you prefer this 4.0 vs the old 3.8 in the GT4/991.1 . For sure the old 3.8 sounds better and the performance difference is minimal to me. Let's not forget about the depreciation factor too (GT4's are finally depreciating). Disclaimer: I recently bought a 981 GT4 vs a Carrera T (your livestream advice was a significant factor). Also i have never driven the new 4.0's yet.

[@dhtm3577]

I just rented an 2014 Boxter S from Turo. My son & I have rented several fun performance cars through Turo. The idea in the beginning was to teach him to drive a manual. So, we drove a WRX, a Polaris Slingshot, a Miata RF, a 370z, and a Corvette Z51. The Corvette was hands down the best car, but more crazy fast and a bit scary. The Boxter S was hands down the best performer of any. Handling, control, acceleration with foot down to the floor, comfort, and convertible to boot. I’ve never had the pleasure and now see the light. If I had the $$ I’d buy one. My son got a 2020 Hyundai Veloster N. He wanted a hot hatch. I’ve driven it to extremes over the same roads, and it has incredible handling and punch for a fwd 275hp turbo. More fun than anything, except the Vette and the Boxter. Keep in mind The Veloster was designed by Albert Biermann, who designed the M series line at BMW. I’ll drive a Porsche again believe me!!! 🙏🙏🙏

[@jimmixgs]

most epic car shots I've seen in a long time, don't know why I haven't found your channel before! Great review :D

[@EvoraGT430]

Re the Evora: I drive mine every day and in the UK weather/roads, too. It really can be done easily. Agree with your "spectrum" analysis around16:00-18:00 broadly, but the Evora is not really "highly" compromised at least no more than the 718 GTS is affordable :-)

[@jasonblevins9327]

I can drive my Elise every day too but he does have a point.

[@VK6AB-]

Great review - try a 981 Cayman GTS with PTV, PSE, PASM and SC on some twisty roads. Only 340HP/380Nm - best fun factor Porsche ever made. Sounds way better than the 4L (inside and out).

[@stephaneallroad8789]

Fully agree. The Boxster, with its roof down, offers an immersive and unique audio experience.

[@MercOne]

Really good review here. This is clearly one of the much higher quality channels around. Great substance.

[@billyhughes9776]

It truly makes me happy to see Mark happy. ,....I mean,....I think I'm gonna cry,................

[@StephenChen-n3n]

Not a daily driver? It is a daily driver for me. Absolutely love it. With Numeric short shifter, JCR titanium exhaust and Arkapovic titanium OCR bypass pipe, it sounds absolutely gorgeous and drives so nice.

[@shahulhusman]

I really want an evora gt.. I had a 08 exige S and a 11 boxster spyder.. Loved them both.. I think I may opt for a used 718 spyder sooner or later.. I liked that you compared this to the evora and know it's more special.. But I think no lotus dealers around and the usability of the 718 cars wins.. Also hate how everyone keeps saying I should get another vette..(had a 2011 z06 and 17 gs) I don't like the C8 yet

[@CarsNVideoGames]

Me: Oh okay a Porsche I might finally be able to own Jack: $116k Me: NOPE

[@splak_5624]

you can get the 4 banger for like 60k new LMAO

[@bskok82]

@@splak_5624 The base model at $59,900 has none of the driver's options I think most people would want though like PASM, Sport Chrono, Sport Seats and other things. So engine aside there are still significant differences between a base 718 and this tarted up GTS 4.0, I think the Cayman T which is just under $70k would be a better comparison.

[@dougrobinson8602]

I configured the Cayman GTS for 92,000. Poverty spec, but with premium package. Still way too much, but 24 grand less.

[@GT-RTData9]

Just get a 981. Those are in the "affordable" range now.

[@randyhutton5890]

You guys do a GREAT job of reviewing! Thanks for you honesty!

[@basithph8958]

I think Porsche even as a mainstream brand knows how to sell cars but they care about their fans and enthusiasts There’s a reason why Porsche is the best sports car

[@danneu8]

I just appreciate that you guys don't use "chillstep" music or whatever it is in your intros like 99% of car youtubers.

[@jlolment]

Porsche seems like the last of the German manufacturers to keep making the absolute best possible regardless of price. Some of their pricing is insane, but the actual platforms are insane as well.

[@romeundernero]

Would love to see a comparison review between 987.2, 981 and 718.

[@romeundernero]

@@kontai6997 I know but SG's take on it would also be nice.

[@PatrickHenryLibertyorDeath]

Simply put... this is the best product they have out for the money.

[@DetachedGarage]

Premium paint to sample *STITCHING!*

[@romulus_]

I'll wait a couple of years to get one myself, but this will go down as one of the great Porsche cars of the modern era. What's not to like?

[@atlantikav5902]

“It’s quiet as a soft top” Eh! No way, I own a Boxster GTS and when driving on the motorway with the roof up it easily can get as loud as 92db, it’s not a quiet car at all, but then I didn’t buy it to be a limousine! Great car by the way and a great review of the GTS!

[@s.c.1972]

You both seemed to love this Boxster GTS 4.0 and the G80 M3 xdrive Comp. Of the two - which is the better drivers car?

[@jhrodriguez08]

116 thousand, makes me love my 981 GT4 even more 😁 . Those particle filters sound awful, and btw the engine is not far superior than the 3.8, the GT4 clubsport still uses the 3.8 from 981 generation because it demonstrated reliability over lot of track miles.

[@Dathumm]

Driving a 981 Spyder myself I would also not change it for a 718. The 981 just sounds so much better then the 718 4.0.

[@yogiyo888]

Another great review by true car people. Your observation regarding the gearing is true. However, having owned a 718 Spyder for a year & a half, I realize that in reality, I don’t really need to wring out the engine to the max RPM in order to enjoy the car. Unless the car is tracked (which I don’t do anymore), it is most enjoyable btwn 4K & 6K RPM and at that range, the gearing issue really doesn’t come into play. In any case, I’ve had the luck to drive a number of Porsche sports cars and I always sheepishly admit that I enjoy the mid-engined Boxters more than the 911s, incl. the GT3 versions. Thank you for the great car videos.

[@rosgoncharuk2403]

15:16 that cloud in background was truly a medicine for a soul!

[@tfrogginhfroggin]

Great video. The lighting in the beginning was really cool (lights, camera, sun position?) and Jake looked great sitting in it.

[@rebc123]

The smile on his face when he started driving was like a kid realizing he actually LOVED the cereal he spent a lifetime telling his mom not to buy. LOL Personally, "medicine for the soul" is a good title. Porsche has done something magical balancing daily drivability with awesome performance. 0-60 and quarter mile numbers can only tell you so much. IF you're going to get a performance car as a daily driver and don't want to sacrifice much (and can afford the astronomical price tag), Porsches are a wonderful fit. Hint: save the cash and look for a lightly used certified one.

[@Minace141]

Your reviews are so detailed. I love it

[@rafaelcordoba13]

I think the PDK will be more fun on the road, due to the manual gearing being so bad. 2nd 80mph :(

[@olasek7972]

Manual gearing is perfect in this car. The distance between gears is just fine. You still are doing about 80 mph and 3000 rpm in 6-th gear which is similar to other sports cars.

[@rafaelcordoba13]

@@olasek7972 “perfection” is relative to one’s opinion though. Good it’s perfect for you man :)

[@12ealDealOfficial]

Perhaps the most beautiful contemporary car I've ever seen. The body lines remind me of an MR-S. When mine goes out to pasture, I'd love to acquire one of these. Unlike SG, I want Porsche to maintain the physical controls, but then I want them to ditch the digital speedometer meter beneath the analog gauge.

[@jasonschronicles]

You'll change your opinion on the speedo after driving with it for 10 minutes... Its actually quite brilliant to live with.

[@tflyer98]

Great review - one of the best car review channels if not the best.

[@mikeymonty]

Superb review ... And now I can't wait to bring my 10 year old 987.2 Cayman out for a drive mid-week, ahhh the joys of a NA Boxer-6 even if it only displaces 2.9 litres! Love this video... The 4 litre and balance of this Boxster is spectacular, your smile says it all 🙏🏻🤣😉

[@drbobs8267]

All I can say is your review made me smile-thanks!

[@1MrErling]

Tomorrow,.. I'm gonna see one of this in the local Porche Center, . .brand new! ⏰

[@SeanHenryLuvsDaDub]

Mark likes a Porsche? Finally.

[@FreshTillDeath56]

Hot damn is that a good lookin' car. Always love your car reviews, geese :)

[@thamil1365]

I watched this video 20 times lusting over this spec😭😭😭

[@BMWWolf]

Primer grey on a cayman is a little sad to be honest

[@guusish]

How does the new Supra fit in here, that you say the c8 does not feel connected? Regards from the Netherlands! Keep up the great work!

[@rileygifford1596]

Jack! Doing a great job as always my friend 👌 Keep up the awesome work!

[@jackholmes8105]

Thanks riley. Hope to see you again in the future

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

For 100k + I’d have to go 911 but this is an amazing car nonetheless.

[@dragospahontu]

Nahhhh

[@JohnFromAccounting]

Why would you go for the 911? Is it just the prestige? Cayman/Boxsters go more than fast enough to satisfy almost everyone's needs.

[@dragospahontu]

@@JohnFromAccounting I'd get the 911 carrera for 100k if it had the same engine.

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

@@JohnFromAccounting because the 911 is the Porsche to have. A 992 carrera would be my choice every day of the week over this. The 911 has so much presence, it’s basically the ultimate sports car on the road. The 718 is just weak in comparison, just my thoughts.

[@akfrets3770]

Doggedly Determined Drive both and you will get the 718 because of that engine. The 911 is just the prestige and doesn‘t Sound as Good.

[@V1RT8]

The 4.0 engine is modern art, but just for the sound, the 3.4 liters of the 981S was better.

[@yentsch]

Mark and Jack-Great review. I understand the appeal of a manual transmission. Because this manual has such tall gearing, would you recommend getting the PDK? Using the paddles is almost as much fun as shifting a manual.

[@matteoregan]

After subscribing to Savage Geese I rolled a natural 20 for my charisma save against car salespeople.

[@ksoman953]

Such a timely review from the right people.

[@Gorilla_Jones]

Unfortunately, only rich people's souls get to be nourished. Poor people enjoy your soul crushing shit boxes.

[@splak_5624]

yeh this seems to happen a lot in capitalism

[@Meekmillan]

And this is why bitcoin was created. Now after a decade of selling cheese pizzas to our leaders I can afford to buy not only 1, but 2 of these.

[@papa_pt]

or you buy a sub $10k BMW/cheap Boxster and learn how to DIY

[@Dowlphin]

Their soul cannot be nourished. The banks own it.

[@dcarts5616]

@@splak_5624 yeah not really. That’s why our small country of only 300,000,000 has been top economy and top for class mobility for almost two centuries. Cmon man, communism isn’t going to allow you and me to buy a Porsche. It just isn’t. I’m not even sure if I could afford one of these I’d buy one new. What a stupid comment.

[@lizhu8548]

tbh I think Porsche should scrap 718 line completely. Here in Canada, a slightly spec'd gts would go around $110k, there are quite a few other sports cars at that price but with much better performance. Honestly people who could afford $100k++ cars would add a bit more for the more luxury 911 models than 718. At that price level, you would get a fairly recent 2nd hand 991 gt3.

[@mrlotusmic]

I have one on order in the UK but gleaned more information from this video regarding the manufacturing then I’ve found anywhere in the last year. Cheers.

[@vagabond1776]

A 4cyl Boxster/Cayman wasn’t this issue….the issue was was paying 6cyl money for a 4cyl. There’s a threshold consumers are unwilling to cross, which is what happened to the Audi TTRS…the current 4cyl 718 Boxster and Cayman are at least $10k overpriced.

[@Hazy_Bubble]

What happened to turbowski?

[@alliejr]

Agreed!!! My 2011 987.2 is THE BEST car I’ve ever owned!