15 Things I Didn't Know About Porsche Boxster 981

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I have always been a fan of the Porsche Boxster and when I had a chance to drive it for a couple of days, I wanted to experience it to the fullest, see what were the hidden features and things I didn't know about this Porsche 981 Boxster. How many of these quirks did you know and what came as a surprise to you? I was really impressed with the rev matching feature and how quick the roof went up and down. It also came to my surprise that you can't easily see the engine, even though this car is meant for enthusiasts. I hope you enjoyed learning about the lesser know features and leave a comment with other Porsche fun facts!
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@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I hope you learn about Porsche Boxsters with me in this video! Did you learn anything new?

@Tahiti50001 3 жыл бұрын

You forgot to mention how fun it is to drive. I absolutely love my 981.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I made another video with my first impressions and I talked about how much I like driving it there! It was a blast!!

@davidbaber5445 5 ай бұрын

Me to ....🏎💨💨💨

@bradleyerasmus1961 Жыл бұрын

I bought a 2016 Boxster 718 GTS just today! I pick her up from the dealer on Monday. My first Porsch-uh ever, so this is useful info. Thanks for the video!

@mikemartenson4357 10 ай бұрын

Very informative review. The idea of why the key is on the left instead of the right is interesting, it makes some sense about Racing, but I also have heard it’s because it saved on wiring. I can’t swear to that, it was just something I heard probably on the internet 🤔

@bradleyerasmus1961 Жыл бұрын

I took delivery of a 2015 Porsche Boxster 718 GTS Conv 2 weeks ago. 3.4l Flat 6. It’s my daily drive, and my first Porsche ever. What a fun car!

@ERDoc741 Жыл бұрын

981 you mean?

@thedudeabides1443 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a 981 S and was not aware of the wing button function (one press up, hold down) or the rear fog light. Thank you for this!

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful, thanks for watching!

@kbrkr 3 жыл бұрын

That body cover for the GAS cap is also locked by the central locking system. Also, when you put the roof up; if you continue to hold the roof up button, the windows will raise as well. When you exit the vehicle, the windows will drop an inch and then raise up when you close the door.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I like auto windows up features, thanks for sharing! Do most cars not lock the gas cap? I thought it was standard (but my last 4 cars have been BMWs).

@lavery0365 9 ай бұрын

Thx, just purchased a 2014 Boxster, learned a few things, much appreciated.

@lavery0365 11 ай бұрын

Thx, just purchased a 2014 Boxster S, absolutely love it, you've just taught me a few things too.

@raybelcher Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video.

@scottc543 Жыл бұрын

I've had my 2015 Boxster GTS MT6 for over a year now. I'm going out right now to check out my rear fog light. Thanks!

@WanderingFriar 2 жыл бұрын

Good calm delivery. Great video. I like your work.

@scotdoc Жыл бұрын

Very nice observations!

@TDS981 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing new but an informative video all the same, I've made some videos covering maintenance tips if you do fancy buying one, good things to check before purchasing. 👍

@alannorman1773 Жыл бұрын

Fun video, thanks ❤

@garyleibitzke4166 3 жыл бұрын

That spot to hold the gas is also on my 2015 VW Golf R. Exact same thing.

@calvinameigh855 2 жыл бұрын

great video, thank you

@guystoners 2 жыл бұрын

This was so cool. Almost all was new to me

@kjracing007 3 жыл бұрын

Is that true about the wiper? I always thought it was a power surge, lol. Thanks for sharing.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

All the research I have done pointed me to this, so I think it's true! Thanks for watching.

@hothmanmisane2932 7 ай бұрын

Spider in the gas cap... sude!

@2Greenlid Жыл бұрын

The rear light feature is for parking on the side of a street , its a European city parking feature

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

Very nice, thank you for your input!

@Jay-xr3sb 10 ай бұрын

Hey, just found you channel. Looking at a Z4 35IS VS boxster S 981, you think the Z4 is up there overall?

@SimpleCarGuy 10 ай бұрын

They drive very differently. The Z4 (although I have the 28i) feels faster off the line and nicer at higher speeds, but the Boxster is very planted and feels sportier. It's almost like a sporty convertible car vs a sports car if you know what I mean.

@Jay-xr3sb 10 ай бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thanks, I'm moving on from a mk2 Audi tt, do the rear wheel drive and extra power of the Z4 will probably be enough for now. May go for the 981 S another time, but the repair costs of know issues is putting me off.

@alial-eyada992 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you , you told us about the BMW Z4 Engine issues . Could you tell us about the Porsche Boxster or cayman issues which engine is better ? Whats the different .

@SimpleCarGuy 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea. I’ll plan to make a video about that.

@biteyoueatyou9391 2 жыл бұрын

I thought you said the filler caps for the kool-aid lol

@kennielsen3896 3 жыл бұрын

I heard about the paddles and neutral function. Since March I hardly drive mine. But today was 2nd family function, as my family is scary when it comes to common sense precautions on Covid. I tried it and it didn’t work. Also the other similar video says if you hold down the unlock function, the top will come down, nope. Also I didn’t know the cup holder middle can close when using them.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

What year is your car? Maybe it differs depending on the year?

@kennielsen3896 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy 2016

@kaidoi888 3 жыл бұрын

The neutral function (pulling on both paddles) only works when the brake pedal is being depressed. It has worked on both my PDK 981’s. Also, the one-touch button to open/close the top, and also from the key fob, requires an aftermarket modification called SmarTop (I have that on my 2nd 981).

@RustyCyler Жыл бұрын

How to pronounce Porsche kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f9NimLymrMrRlo0.html

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

Fully aware of the ‘correct’ pronunciation, however everyone I know and even local dealers say ‘porsh’ here

@RustyCyler Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy Do the right thing and break the chain of ignorance brother, you can do it. What did your mother tell you about "if everyone jumped off a cliff" ? And how many Porsche dealers do you have local ?

@SimpleCarGuy Жыл бұрын

@RustyCyler I’ve been trying since this video! I’m now that guy correcting people in real life! There are 3-4 official dealers within 30-45 minute drive of where I live.

@RustyCyler Жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy Because you've been civil with me, plus you're trying to do the right thing and helping other with the correct pronunciation, I just subscribed to your channel. Have a good day.

@tluehrig 8 ай бұрын

You don't have to support stupidity and ignorance... @@SimpleCarGuy

@frs2080 3 жыл бұрын

Water coolant or windshield washer fluid?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It's the engine coolant.

@AbsoluteKelvin 3 жыл бұрын

No launch control demo ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Not my car.. otherwise I would love to beat it up!

@damo514 3 жыл бұрын

Rev matched an automatic?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Yep! Pretty sweet and works really well!

@philgt3877 3 жыл бұрын

The PDK is not an automatic in the conventional sense. It is a dual clutch computer managed gearbox so rev matching is just as appropriate as with any other gearbox that doesn’t have a torque converter.

@damo514 3 жыл бұрын

Im asking cause I’ve never seen an automatic transmission not rev match so I’m a bit confused. It’s not like a manual where you have to blip the throttle to math the revs. I know the “purist” hate the rev match option on a true manual. I’ve never seen an option to turn off rev match in auto.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@damo514 As @Philippe Etienne mentioned, this is not a conventional automatic transmission. I'm not sure about the engineering, but I do know that it rev matches super fast and it's a lot of fun!

@gwilli 3 жыл бұрын

You missed one. You also didn't know that Porsche is a two syllable word: Por-shuh not Porsh. ;-) Great video though! I did not know about the rear fog light. Gonna go check that out on my 981.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Technically it is incorrect the way I say it, but when I say it correctly, people here in US look at me weird and I’ve even been ‘corrected’ a few times. I’m not bothered either way lol, I mispronounce many words. Thanks for watching!

@BX2CT 3 жыл бұрын

I own 2015 981 s same colors as in video and also have owned 2012 M3 must say both Amazing cars but must say do get just a bit of a special feeling when in the Porsche think just cause see less of them then the BMW they both are drivers cars with The M3 having the edge on speed and the 981 handled better , Tough call but think Porsche just edges out but either car is a win

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the input, lots to consider, but I think I just need to work harder and get both :)

@BX2CT 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy like your style, good stuff no doubt with that attitude you will!

@Minkwie 2 жыл бұрын

porsche

@cayman9815 3 жыл бұрын

so BMW or Porsche ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

After driving that car for a weekend, I'm very interested in driving the more powerful S version of the car and if it’s like what I think it will be, I will be looking to buy one by summer time.

@cayman9815 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy I daily drive a 2013 Cayman 2.7 since 3,5 yrs wonderful car and fast enough on public roads enjoy every single ride with the car!

@emncali 2 жыл бұрын

@@cayman9815 you think that the prices are reasonable for 981 boxsters and caymans right now? or should i wait another year

@cayman9815 2 жыл бұрын

@@emncali hello the current prices are still almost the same as what I payed 5 years ago for my cayman (4 years at that time )