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1) I can afford ($40k) a 2007 Boxster or a 2006 Boxster S. All things being equal what are the pros and cons of each?
2) I live in the Palm Springs are but will travel anywhere in Southern California for a reputable dealer. Any recommendations?
3) If availabe should I pay to get it certified/warranty? If I get one from a private party can I still do this?
4) I got a 1st round pick the last time and this time it is my wife's turn and she wants an '08 Infinity G37. In return for a 1st round pick the next time and for the Boxster to be automatic, I get a 1st round pick again. Question, can people tell that I am driving an automatic? Is there some way to fake it and make it appear like it is manual?
Thanks
deaztlan
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
As for cost, even "the Poor Man's Porsche" has a price tag that is breath-taking. I think I would first check out classifieds or the Boxster Babblers web-site for some leads on a newer used-you never know why some folks unload a beautiful car. I purchased mine after the couple decided they needed a rear seat!
I found a boxster 01 with 64,000 for a VERY reasonable price. This would be my first porsche and am wondering whether you would recommend that I buy such and "old" one. The CARFAX report shows no accident/salvage/etc damage. It was sold through an auction and is offered by a dealer. Any thoughts?
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(2) I hate the idea of an automatic porsche, however, it does come with Triptronic where you can manually shift the gears if desired (3) I purchased my 2005 from a dealer, 18 months old with 6000 miles for $45K. I insisted that they "certify" the car which meant I added 4.5 years and 50K miles onto the bumper to bumper no deductable warranty. It costs the dealer $1500 to certify. (4) In general, consumer reports will advise against purchasing an extended warranty. They calculated the spread from what a car warranty costs versus repair cost experience. The porsche was not listed but BMW was for an average loss of $150. I think It depends upon how many miles you put on the car. If you could put 100K in 6 years, It may be worth it..these cars cost a bundle to fix. (5) Dealer I live in Northern Calif, what I wanted to know was the cars history. A rich guy, traded for a Cayenne since moving from the area, dealer sold the car originally-you need to hear the story and form your own opinion. Hope this helps.
The total damage is only $1,600 (based on estimate - however could be higher).
I know the damage is relatively minor but I have no doubt that it will cost me at least another $1,500 to $2,000 in diminished value now that it has been in an accident when I go to re-sell the car.
I am aware there is a high probablility that I will get nothing from the insurance company but am willing to try; therefore, I also don't want to sink a ton of $$$ into fighting them by hiring an attorney.
So, my option is to try and fight them myself. I did a search on the internet and found several "specialists" on fighting a diminished value claim and they tried selling me $600 services that I would need.
I have to believe with all the resources on the internet that somebody has posted sample letters and information that will assist me in fighting this without spending $600.
I don't mind spending a couple of hundred but need a direction on where to get started.
Can somebody help?
Thanks in advance.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Does anyone have a better choice. I drive this car 15 to 30 miles everyday. I have toyo tires also on the fronts. Front tires are still in great condition.
Looking for advise.
CB
can anyone help??
This raises a couple of questions. According to a recent Road & Track article
a brand new Boxster redesign will debut in 2010. It wouldn't seem cost-effective to retool Valmet for just two years. Will the 987 be continued thru 2012 and will a Cayman redesign debut at the same time?
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
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2021 Toyota Venza Limited Hybrid, 2022 Ram 2500 Laramie 6.4 Hemi, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata PRHT
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
Does anybody know what this noise is? I wouldn't call it overly irritating but it was definitely there and I'd really like the car, it's a screaming deal.....
Porsches are expensive to repair and you have to be leery of "screaming deals" on any car. If I were you I'd have a pre-purchase inspection done by a local Porsche specialist who could give you a definitive opinion on the condition of this car and an estimate for any corrective work needed.
If the present owner does not agree to let you do this WALK AWAY and don't look back, let someone else take the chance.
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
Kicking around the idea of a used Boxster but I have read that the Boxster engine has a fatel mechanical flaw and can 'let go' requiring complete engine replacement @$10,000+ a pop (out of warranty , of course) - any truth to this?
If so was this corrected in the 2006 and later Boxsters?
Thanks for any advice on buying a used Boxster - was 2006 the last year Porsche made significant upgrades?
Pending further research I have crossed a PDK Boxster off my list of gotta-haves which is a shame because there is no ready substitute available IMO.
Read the attached comments, engine problems may not be limited to Boxsters. Similar ocurrances have happened with 911-996/997s and Caymans. :surprise:
If only BMW would make a sports car I could stand to look at.
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
Oh well - what other marques/models are a great vaule around an '05 or '06 in a sports car? Japanese marque would be ok...
Jag XK8? Corvette?...all good performing sports cars.
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
I'm looking at a 2006 Boxter S with 1,400 miles that appears to be in excellent condition after a visual inspection and test drive.
The price is $42K.
Is this a fair deal or can I do better elsewhere?
Also the mileage seems awfully low for a 2006. Is there anyway to verify the mileage other thab using Carfax?
Would appreciate your collective thoughts.
Thanks
The dealer ran diagnostics and determined that BOTH catalytic converters had failed. I paid them for the diagnostic work done and left, opting not to get them replaced without a second opinion.
THe dealer told me that I'd need to get both cats replaced before the emissions inspection is due (March '09), that it would fail withouth that work.
It was pointed out to me that it is very unusual for any catalytic converter, nevermind both, to fail at 41,000(+) miles.
Yesterday, I took the car to an emissions inspection place, and the guy just ran the diagnostic (not the full emissions test) on the car and said that it was fine. He said that if he were to run the full test on the car right then, it would pass.
I emailed this information to the service manager who hedged just a bit on their analysis of the diagnostic code readings, and offered to test the car again, at no charge to me.
I think the dealer didn't allow for dirty sensors, or a number of other possible explanations for the CEL coming on. They turned it off in October and it hasn't come on again.
I also think they're trying to stick it to me for not getting an extended warranty on their PO car.
Thoughts?
http://mannyljr.typepad.com/lizardslair/
My current front page is a list of Best in Price for Boxsters 2005 - 2008. It's mostly based on autotrader.com, plus a little Ebay. I have a 2006 S with 22K miles on my list for $34K. I have an '08 Boxster S listed at $45K from a dealer.
Post a comment if you visit my blog and let me know if it helps.
The Porsche CPO warranty is only for two years. I see CPO Boxsters from dealers on the web. There are a few 2002's and 2003's for under $20,000. Maybe the strategy should be to buy one, and then sell it after one year with the one year of CPO remaining as a selling point. Another strategy could be to sell it after two years, and then buy another CPO Boxster from a dealer so you are always protected from the dreaded engine failure.
http://mannyljr.typepad.com/lizardslair/2008/12/best-in-price---porsche-boxster.- html
I am keeping to 2005 models and up. Boxsters went through their biggest upgrade in that year. There are base 2005 Boxsters approaching $20,000. One even sold on Ebay recently. That link is on my site too.
Automobile. doesn't reference the current spate of blown 986/987engines but IIRC it is the IMS that has been so trouble prone in the Boxster. In light of that news and reviews of the apparently superb PDK transmission maybe it's time to put the otherwise sublime Boxster back on the Dream Roadster list.
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
-If you do not receive satisfaction from your dealer try to contact the District or Area Technical Representative from Porsche USA, you can probably get the contact info from your dealer. I once got a goodwill repair of a shattered clutch disk on a Saab by going this route (I pointed out that there was no burning or scouring to indicate clutch abuse).
-I would imagine that the warranty does begin anew with the new motor but it's worth asking about.
-Resale values on Boxsters are on the low side already, I don't know if your mishap would have a major effect on it's resale. The "market" may have already "factored in" the high incidence of motor failures.
Good luck
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Please let us know how you do.
2001 BMW 330ci/E46, 2008 BMW 335i conv/E93
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Please keep us posted as to how this works out for you. I have a 2004 Boxster (2.7) with 14k miles and zero problems to date. Having read about the increasing number of engine failures of 986 and 996 models my radar is up. The car is everything I expected it to be and I plan to keep this one and enjoy it for many many years to come.