IMHO, the Boxster is the 2-seater cabrio that all others can be measured against. Even the original 2.5 was a cracking car, with enough grunt to make it fun and more than enough poise to ensure you could use all the 2.5 had to offer. Each new model has been equally impressive to drive and a used Boxster Spyder played heavily on my mind when I bought the Roadster.
I can understand why people gravitate to the SLK - the metal folding roof does make it the perfect antidote to our weather. On the downside (and I do hope Philip fares better), I have found Mercedes after sales to be the worst among all the brands and this alone would put me off owning a nearly new one. Having to return to Mercedes UK, for warranty work, has been far more painful than it should have been.
Philip, there are plenty of non-owners on this forum (hence the title being "car owners & enthusiasts"; therefore, there is no reason for you not to continue dropping into the virtual pub.
