Drive Boxster

At the end of the yearbattery poweredI wanted to ride Boxster for the first time in a long time, so I decided to go on a short touring early in the new year.

The destination is a day trip from Kansai, so there is no need to worry about snow even in this season, and when it becomes a comfortable place to drive an open car,Naturally, I can only think of Awaji Island.

To be honest, the road on Awaji Island is not enough for me, who loves to run, but this time I decided to go to Awaji Island because I wanted to enjoy it while watching the scenery slowly.

I moved to the parking lot where Boxster is parked at 964, and got on my car Boxster for the first time in a while. Boxster's unique scent spreads inside the car. Start the engine and shift to 1st gear to start.

As soon as you pass through the busy section of the city, open the roof and run Boxster to the highway entrance.

If you make it a sports plus and step on the accelerator at the confluence, a piercing pleasant sound will fall from above your head. ""After all, this is it』While muttering to himself, enjoy the supreme acceleration.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4S has almost no grooves and slip signs are becoming visible. but,The great thing about this tire is that the ride quality itself does not drop unexpectedly.

When the number of tires I experienced so far decreased, the ride quality was clearly reduced, but I think this is a very small decrease in ride quality.

To Awaji Island

While cruising comfortably, head west on the Hanshin Expressway.

Drive through the curve of Tarumi JCT to confirm the good turning ability of Boxster, and proceed to Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway.

After taking a break at Awaji SA, I dare to drive on the highway in 4th and 5th speed. Arrived at Hokudan IC in no time.

From here, head south on the Awaji Sunset Line.The Awaji Sunset Line is a pretty boring road because it has a good name but heavy traffic, a slow pace, and you can't overtake. However, passenger seats can enjoy the beautiful coastline scenery, and there are several fashionable cafes and restaurants along the way, so it's a perfect way for a drive date.

The coastline that is open and runs in the light and wind is the best.The temperature on Awaji Island is close to 10 degrees Celsius, which is a little different from Honshu.It's out of season, warm and cheerful, and it's the best day to drive.

On the way, I took a photo at the parking lot next to the north of Taganohama Beach.This is one of the few spots in Japan where you can take pictures of cars with the sea in the background without guardrails.

After a short break, continue south on the sunset line. After that, drive Boxster from K470 via K66 toward the inland of the island.It should be noted that the roads inland of Awaji Island are complicated and there are many narrow roads.The road this time was relatively easy to drive, and especially the K66 was a road that I could enjoy as it was.

After that, proceed to the Uzushio line.The Uzushio Line used to be a toll road, so the road itself is very worthwhile, but now there is a lot of traffic.Almost always, you will run behind a very slow light tiger, so be patient.

Naruto Skyline

Then, after that.I will run a little near the southern end of Awaji Island and open Boxster a little.After running through the winding in the 2nd speed main, take the Awajishima Minami IC at high speed and cross to Shikoku. The purpose is the Naruto Skyline, which has been visited many times.

The Naruto Skyline seems to be a fairly famous road in the world around here, and I was surprised to know the car-loving English teacher I go to.

Also, with rFactor, a race simulator software for personal computers, thisNaruto Skyrun CourseI can run. I also practice at home once in a while.

There is a wonderful view, just the right height difference, and there are tight corners to medium speed corners, and there is not much traffic. It is a feeling that it can only be said that it is the best to run up while blipping unnecessary and unurgently with Boxster in Sports Plus mode.

Say many times.For me, 981 Boxster is the "happiest" Porsche.

Even though the second-hand market is soaring, it seems that it is only a bargain price to get such a pleasant car for around 10 million yen. There are many cars that are more expensive than that, but the cost performance of fun and comfort is the best.

Since there are few tire grooves, I can't run as usual, and while feeling a little uneasy about the grip, I took a break at the Shikatami Observatory.

After enjoying the wonderful scenery, head back home.

This time, take the Kobe Awaji Naruto Expressway and head toward Kobe at once. Recently, there have been many high-speed movements with 991.1 GTS, so when I ride Boxster, I think that this is a light and light Porsche.

Compared to the 991 Carrera 4 GTS and 992, which grab the road surface firmly and do not let go, the feeling of running lighter is stronger.However, this is a story in comparison with 911, and if you look at Boxster alone, it has a much firmer feeling of ground contact and stability than other cars, so there should be no misunderstanding.

Especially after attaching the 718 transverse struts, I think the high-speed straight-line stability has improved considerably. It should be added that there is no anxiety even in the ultra-high speed range such as a circuit.

By the time Kobe is getting closer and you can see the Ferris wheel of Awaji SA, as always, it makes me lonely to get off Boxster. I aimed at my home while still feeling the desire to drive as it is.

Route map for this time