03' boxster 5 spd, plain jane worth it ?, That many possible problems..!! |
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03' boxster 5 spd, plain jane worth it ?, That many possible problems..!! |
flmont |
Aug 3 2017, 09:15 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 879 Joined: 21-October 08 From: Tucson,Az Member No.: 9,676 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I was looking at a clean 03' plain jane boxster has 40 K miles on it,..as I start to read up on that era car,..I was surprised it had so many possible issue's I knew of the IMS,and oil separator, but what's with the D chunking of cylinders, possible cracks in the heads ,..Etc Etc I realize not every car would have these issues but Damn I am surprised that Porsche's quality control could be that bad,Or they hired some rookie engineer's,..But , is it worth the 14 K the dealer is asking !! Thanks Frank (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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flyer86d |
Aug 8 2017, 08:26 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 429 Joined: 12-January 11 From: Corea, Maine Member No.: 12,585 Region Association: North East States |
I am just happy to see that people are still bashing these cars and the 996's. It is continuing to hold the prices down so we can afford them. They are terrific cars if driven/maintained properly like any Porsche.
When you think back, most Porsches have had some common flaw that has the potential to cause an expensive failure. Many of these cars are now sold to the Everyman who can afford them and they expect, because they are expensive, a trouble free and low maintenance car. And they are for the most part. There is a flaw though which has been well publicized. They are now old enough that the offending part has been changed on many or if not, the price should reflect it. My best advise is to buy one that includes all of its service records Charlie |
Mark Henry |
Aug 8 2017, 04:42 PM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
I am just happy to see that people are still bashing these cars and the 996's. It is continuing to hold the prices down so we can afford them. They are terrific cars if driven/maintained properly like any Porsche. When you think back, most Porsches have had some common flaw that has the potential to cause an expensive failure. Many of these cars are now sold to the Everyman who can afford them and they expect, because they are expensive, a trouble free and low maintenance car. And they are for the most part. There is a flaw though which has been well publicized. They are now old enough that the offending part has been changed on many or if not, the price should reflect it. My best advise is to buy one that includes all of its service records Charlie I'm not bashing them, in fact I'm seriously thinking of a C4S, maybe next year. Anyone who hasn't driven one has absolutely no clue as to WTF they are talking about. Also consider this, it's a high end sports car, a pro built 911 AC engine can easily cost the same as a 996 engine. A Ferrari costs $18K just for the 20K tune up. They are still a $30K plus car, $35-37K for a C4S. For one with a done right new engine I can see over $40K. If I can find a good condition but blown C4S for sub $10K, stick a new engine in it, I'd consider it a good deal. |
Chris H. |
Aug 9 2017, 09:11 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,032 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I am just happy to see that people are still bashing these cars and the 996's. It is continuing to hold the prices down so we can afford them. They are terrific cars if driven/maintained properly like any Porsche. When you think back, most Porsches have had some common flaw that has the potential to cause an expensive failure. Many of these cars are now sold to the Everyman who can afford them and they expect, because they are expensive, a trouble free and low maintenance car. And they are for the most part. There is a flaw though which has been well publicized. They are now old enough that the offending part has been changed on many or if not, the price should reflect it. My best advise is to buy one that includes all of its service records Charlie I'm not bashing them, in fact I'm seriously thinking of a C4S, maybe next year. Anyone who hasn't driven one has absolutely no clue as to WTF they are talking about. Also consider this, it's a high end sports car, a pro built 911 AC engine can easily cost the same as a 996 engine. A Ferrari costs $18K just for the 20K tune up. They are still a $30K plus car, $35-37K for a C4S. For one with a done right new engine I can see over $40K. If I can find a good condition but blown C4S for sub $10K, stick a new engine in it, I'd consider it a good deal. Yeah I would love to have a 996 Carrera 4. Prices seem to be steady on those unfortunately (for a buyer). I'm no basher either. As with any car there are issues that can be expected. Most car models end up dying off but with Porsches that won't happen. There is a process by which crappy ones are parted out or junked and many change hands from unappreciative owners to enthusiasts, then supply dips below demand and the price levels off, gradually climbing. Any issues like hell hole rust, IMS bearings, chain tensioner issues, etc are corrected as well. It sure took a HELL of a long time for 914's to appreciate significantly! |
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