OT: Considering buying a 2000 Boxster S as my next, daily driver. Any insight would be great ! |
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OT: Considering buying a 2000 Boxster S as my next, daily driver. Any insight would be great ! |
levonfarra |
Dec 27 2007, 07:12 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 173 Joined: 10-February 07 From: Encino, CA Member No.: 7,521 Region Association: None |
I just started my research on these cars. I would love to know common problems they have, driving characteristics, the good the bad, etc.
I will have to sell my teener (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) and current daily diver VW both to buy a Boxter thanks, Levon |
Allan |
Dec 27 2007, 07:14 PM
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Teenerless Weenie Group: Members Posts: 8,373 Joined: 5-July 04 From: Western Mesopotamia Member No.: 2,304 Region Association: Southern California |
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Lou W |
Dec 27 2007, 07:24 PM
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"Here Kitty Kitty" my ass...... Group: Members Posts: 4,109 Joined: 9-May 04 From: Roseburg, OR. Member No.: 2,039 Region Association: Spain |
Excellance Magazine has great write-ups on what to look for with all Porsche models. I'm away from my stash of their magazines, but, someone here might be able to tell which month the Boxster's were discussed, I do remember that specific years and options were discussed in depth regarding them.
I wish that I could help you more. |
Al Meredith |
Dec 27 2007, 08:00 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 960 Joined: 4-November 04 From: Atlanta, ga Member No.: 3,061 |
I drove one in Daytona at the Rennsport lll. They had an AutoX track (I think it is a permanent GoCart track) . $10 to charity and you took three laps, 2 for you and the third with an instructor from The Prosche Experence. My impression was the car was numb. Handled unbelievable, stopped unbelievable, but with ABS and traction control and what ever they call slip control, you just go as hard as you can and the car takes care of itself. Oh ya ! I even took the automatic so no clutch drama.
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DanT |
Dec 27 2007, 09:06 PM
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Going back to the Dark Side! Group: Members Posts: 4,300 Joined: 4-October 04 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 2,880 Region Association: None |
had a 1999 2.5L for 5 years....Zero problems
on the S models they had a lot of RMS leaking problems that required either replacing the RMS or if they found a case problem, a replacement motor. some of them have power steering pump/rack problems. My car was AXed for 2-3 years and was on track for at least 5-6 track days. Maybe more. As a daily driver it was the best Porsche I have ever owned....period, and I have had 8 different, soon to be 9, Porsches. AC that actually blows cold air even when it is 100* outside. you can cruise or you can drive it hard, it doesn't matter it will do it all very well. All the folks that say it is a chicks car have never driven one properly or they are just jealous. If I were in the market for a newer Porsche, I would definitely look for another Boxster... Check out www.renntech.org and www.babblers.org two very good sites for Boxster information and tech stuff. good luck. Attached image(s) |
boxstr |
Dec 27 2007, 09:07 PM
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MEMBER:PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Group: Members Posts: 7,522 Joined: 25-December 02 From: OREGON Member No.: 12 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I have had a 99 Boxster since 2002. Black /black. Soft rear window, get the glass rear window if you can.
After I got the car the motor took a dump. Factory replaced for free. Be sure you get one with some history or service records that you can follow. I also had to replace the power top motors and transmissions, $1500. They are a nice driving car, but they can get kind of boring. They stop and go, and they have AC and heat, plus power everything. The values are going down on the Boxster, I have seen them priced at $9500. Even though my Boxster has 30k miles with even less on the motor It is probably in the price range of $19-18k, at least I would like to think so. I just got a 2005 Nissan 350Z roadster. Now I have to tell you that is a fun car to drive. And I would pay alot less for repairs and I have a feeling that the market will be kinder to the Nissan than it has been to the Boxster. CCL |
grantsfo |
Dec 27 2007, 09:23 PM
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Arrrrhhhh! Group: Members Posts: 4,327 Joined: 16-March 03 Member No.: 433 Region Association: None |
Make sure top mechanism is working well. You will want to talk to owner to understand if car has had any RMS issues. My car was a RMS leaker that could be fixed.
The cars really dont have too many issues beyond the RMS problem on the average. Like any car there are some that have horror stories. But with Boxsters its usually catostrophic engine failures that happen if its anything. Mine was trouble free for 50,000 plus miles. Great cars. Owning a new 350Z makes me realize what a great deal used Boxster S's are now. I wouldnt want a Boxster right now, but when I want an edgier daily driver a Boxster S may just fit the bill. This post has been edited by grantsfo: Dec 27 2007, 09:25 PM |
jim_hoyland |
Dec 27 2007, 09:26 PM
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Get that VIN ? Group: Members Posts: 9,311 Joined: 1-May 03 From: Sunset Beach, CA Member No.: 643 Region Association: Southern California |
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drew365 |
Dec 27 2007, 09:28 PM
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These are the good old days! Group: Members Posts: 2,004 Joined: 29-December 02 From: Sunny So. Cal. Member No.: 37 |
November Road and Track had an article on buying a used Boxster and went through each year. You should try to dig it up or see if you car find the article online. I like my '99 2.5 and would probably like an S with 6 speed even better.
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Krieger |
Dec 27 2007, 10:33 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,721 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Santa Rosa CA Member No.: 2,104 Region Association: None |
2003 model started the glass rear window.
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IronHillRestorations |
Dec 28 2007, 01:13 AM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,724 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None |
I love my '00 with Tip, but the values are tanking. I'm considering selling and getting a mid 80's Targa, which are in the same price range, but also with the rear seats for the kids.
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Root_Werks |
Dec 28 2007, 08:35 AM
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Village Idiot Group: Members Posts: 8,326 Joined: 25-May 04 From: About 5NM from Canada Member No.: 2,105 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
We recently bought a 97' for my wife with 60k. Very nice car, great drivers. All 2.5's should be checked before buying though. If you're looking at a 2.7 they don't have the issues some 2.5's did. We paid $11k for hers. A lot of car for the money, but I agree with others, values are tanking and her car will probably be worth $8k another year down the road. I think we will see Boxsters follow the same pattern as 944's did never really finding a good place in the market. Too much competition from other manufacturers and too many 986's out there still with no end in sight. I see them all over. So great deals can be had on them, but don't think you'll ever see your money back out of one. My wife and I certainly don't. Drive and enjoy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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yarin |
Dec 28 2007, 09:38 AM
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'14-X'in FOOL Group: Members Posts: 988 Joined: 13-May 03 From: Guttenberg, NJ Member No.: 693 Region Association: North East States |
I've driven and autocrossed an S and regular boxster. The extra power of the S is defintely nice. I'd spring for the S. Handling is phenominal, it stops, it goes, it turns. It's a very neutral platform, really fun to drive. I suppose it can get boring at times, but that's all subjective. As with any newer Porsche, mod parts are fairly expensive, can't compare to the 914s. Also as mentioned here, don't expect the car to hold it's value, Boxster values are on a crash course and have been for years. In 2002 my mom purchased a 2000 boxster with 6k miles for $32k. Eventually you'll see people stripping boxsters down to a bare frame autox/track platform. However, it's an out of the box track car that needs nothing.
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jasons |
Dec 28 2007, 09:40 AM
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Jackstand Extraordinaire Group: Members Posts: 2,002 Joined: 19-August 04 From: Scottsdale, AZ Member No.: 2,573 Region Association: None |
I will have to sell my teener (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) and current daily diver VW both to buy a Boxter The way a boxsters are depreciating, in 2 years you will have given your 914 away for free. If I were you, I would get an 89 Carrera coupe. At least you won't get killed in depreciation. You might even make money eventually. |
mack914-6 |
Dec 28 2007, 10:22 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 66 Joined: 29-November 07 From: Toledo, ohio Member No.: 8,388 |
I have a '97 with 55G miles and just recently had the coolent reservior split, so I parked it for the winter. Not a winter car here in Ohio anyway. The reservior fix is about $750 job. It's a common problem on the '97s so check it out if considering this year. Otherwise car has been great in the 2 years of ownership.
Mack (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif) |
70Sixter |
Dec 28 2007, 11:00 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 422 Joined: 3-August 04 From: Surf City, NC Member No.: 2,444 Region Association: South East States |
986, Babblers, and RennTech already mentioned and they are good.
Here's another good one for potential buyers. http://mike.focke.googlepages.com/mikespor...boxsterwebpages Rules: 1. PPI 2. Buy the best example you can afford. 3. Be patient, there are plenty of bargains. 4. Make sure you know which options (like cruise control) you cannot live without. 5. Have fun! |
ppickerell |
Dec 28 2007, 03:22 PM
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914 addicted Group: Members Posts: 1,679 Joined: 14-October 03 From: Pleasanton, CA. Member No.: 1,246 |
Wife drove an 04 Boxter S Tip (IMG:style_emoticons/default/santa_smiley.gif) for two years and traded up to 997 Targa 4 this year. That S was FUN to drive, although too small for me to drive regularly (6"4 and bulky)
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Jake Raby |
Dec 28 2007, 07:56 PM
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Engine Surgeon Group: Members Posts: 9,394 Joined: 31-August 03 From: Lost Member No.: 1,095 Region Association: South East States |
The Boxster is our next developmental platform.. I just picked up a '98 2.5 car to use as a test vehicle.. It's OK for a radiator laden piece of generic shit, but its time someone made these engines do what the factory never intended...
Six stages of tuning including displacement increases with "Nickies" cylinders and a Turbo kit will come in the next 18 months along with head, cam and the typical optimization... Our goal is to begin with the early cars that are now dirt cheap and increase their performance to that of the "S" and even exceed the stock "S" power... |
levonfarra |
Dec 28 2007, 10:02 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 173 Joined: 10-February 07 From: Encino, CA Member No.: 7,521 Region Association: None |
This is some great information!
I am looking for a tiptronic as my daily driver, that leaves me with a (1991-92) 911 or a (2000) Boxster S both in the same price range. How do the two compare? the older 911 reliabilty, repair and maintanance vs. the newer Boxster S maintanance and depreciation over the next 10 years (that is how long I usually keep a car). thanks |
Sleepin |
Jan 6 2008, 11:08 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,647 Joined: 20-November 07 From: Grand Junction, Co. Member No.: 8,357 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
You could always convert to a widebody!
(IMG:http://www.strangevehicles.com/images/content/131050.jpg) I really dig the Boxsters myself as well. No more 2 seaters for me though...just for the next 16 years! |
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