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SOT: Boxster checklist, couple questions |
stateofidleness |
Jul 30 2008, 02:37 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 810 Joined: 1-September 07 From: Canyon Lake, Texas! Member No.: 8,065 Region Association: None |
Hey guys,
gettin' serious about replacing my high mileage '98 chevy blazer and would like to move to a boxster. ive done some (read not much) research on them and have seen that 2.5L models have RMS issues. seems to be only main issue with them so far I am talking to someone who has a 55,000 mile '98 model which is listed as an "S". what im wondering is, did they even have an S model in '98 and if the seller truly doesnt know, is there something on the car that would identify 100% as an S model? (badging, engine, etc) Other things I should look out for when checking it out/test driving it? It was also listed as a 5speed.. Wouldnt all S models be 6 speed? Thanks so much! oh yea.. what would be a decent price for a '98 S (if it actually is) in very good condition and all service records with no issues? |
Matt Meyer |
Jul 30 2008, 04:41 PM
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Überlurker Group: Members Posts: 216 Joined: 2-December 03 From: Eastern Washington Member No.: 1,411 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
RMS= rear main seal
The porous block issue is often listed under "RMS" as well as a couple of other problems, apparently all related to oil leaks. How would a 914 owner know that was not normal? LOL. I think you should buy (still?) current issue of Excellence Magazine. The Boxter is in the buyers guide. It covers this issue as well as what years/models are effected. |
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