Of all the out of the door Porsche's, which are best for autocrossing?

My main use will be having fun. Summer car. I generally enjoy a softer ride but there are times I put the hammer to use.

Sometimes I think a basic non-S might be better for A-X and overall enjoyment. With the skinny tires, seems like a no brainer.

Other times I want an "S" variant to give me the get up and go.

I want to increase my driving skills.

I've been looking at the 2004 anniverary 986 Boxter S 550 Spyder with ~20,000 miles and several 987 Boxsters. Cayman are still out of my price range.

Been hoping for under $20,000 complete but tempted to increase that a mite and get something newer.

While I have a CTT for my daily driver, I'd really like something that I could learn heel-toe and manual skills and weight shifting aspects.

I tend to keep my cars for a while, not mod them much if at all (just radar and wheel sets for my current DD) and want a feel good car in a happy color.

 

I was in a similar position and opted for a base 987 boxster for autocrossing. Base model puts you in B stock whereas S model bumps you up to A stock class. IMO the base model has plenty of power to compete in B stock class. Sure, I've considered upgrading to an S model but for a DD and AX car I can't justify the price. Try to find a base 987 as I think you'll be much happier than an S 986. Autocrossing in the boxster is a blast!!! Have fun!

 

Good points! I am a novice. I need to check on the A-X rules. Certainly, I don't need to compete with those fellows with years of experience and those who prep their cars only for autocrossing.

Thanks for the response/tip. It helps as I don't have the opportunity to drive the cars living on the fringes up here.

In fact, I haven't seen a Boxster A-Xing up here yet. I've seen one CaymanS.

Our courses tend to be rather tight and most folks don't go much over 40 mph except the GTR. He hits 60-65!

[Gee, I might hit 45 in my CTT. Folks say they love watching me because I go so fast, they think I'm never going to be able to stop. But for those huge brakes, I'd have trouble stopping the 5,800 pound beast. I never look at my instruments.]

Now, my questions are as to:

Basic Boxster

5-speed or 6-speed?

PASM or not?

I'm not sure I can find a 987 I can afford. Certainly 986 are affordable.