I’ve run both and honestly can’t feel a difference in my daily driver. Maybe if I was doing road course racing I’d notice, but for acceleration and cruising, it’s negligible.
This is exactly why I’m hesitant about buying Chrysler products. The brand just doesn’t inspire confidence the way some competitors do. I’d rather spend a bit more and know I’m getting a reliable vehicle.
The real insight is that this likely protects Volvo dealers from competition. If Volvo doesn’t offer variety, dealers could start carrying competing brands. This keeps them in the ecosystem.
I’d pass on the no reserve format. Too much uncertainty. If you really want this generation, find one at a regular dealership where you can negotiate and know the full history.
Smart move getting a specialist inspection. That single step will save you thousands in potential headaches down the road. Keep us posted on how it goes!
Great find! The Boxster S with a 6-speed is a fantastic combination. That manual transmission is definitely worth the premium. Make sure you check the IMS bearing situation – it’s the main reliability concern on these engines.
