Good job!!! Nice touch !! Retired 2016,30+ years public high school teacher, 2019, bought 2006 boxster s, loving it!! Top down and...... driving with rainbows, sunsets and moon and stars!!! Aloha!!! from Hawaii!
Hey Paul! Love the look of your boxster, I'm also in SoCal and just bought a 97 that I am in the process of restoring right now. Congrats on the upgrade it looks sick AF
Awesome boxster .. I wasn't to sure about the headlights, been pondering for some time, but after seeing how much of a difference they make im going for it thanks ...
Very nice, my favorite boxster color. Glad I found your channel Paul. I purchased an 05 boxster this year as well. First Porsche, really enjoy driving it in the canyons and on the coast. Also in SoCal.
The bumper and the headlights (what a deal) are a great update, make it look far less than its 20 years. Cool rims and the yellow calipers look great against that blue. Love the block PORSCHE on the rear deck too. Did you say how many miles?
Your car looks awesome I hope one day my car will look even close to yours I bought a 986 98 boxer that was sit underneath the tree for 7 years good thing I only paid $1,500 for it.... Wish me luck we'll keep in touch with you on the project keep making more videos so I can get this carl together
Wow, what a great deal Leon! Keep in touch as I would love to hear about your progress. Be sure to subscribe and follow my videos on the salvage Boxster build I'm working on now.
I also have a 2002 Lapis Blue Boxster Base. My interior is completely blue and fitted with nice blue Coco mats. These are fun cars to drive with the top down. I'm sticking with the classic design, but very interesting to see how you made it your own!
Great example of the boxster. Excellent selection of upgrades. Only thing I saw that I would have considered is a polished aluminum gear shifter, but to each his own and overall beautiful boxster 👍
Did that car come with Litronics? If so, were there any mods necessary to run the new headlights? Websites say those lights won't work on a car with Litronics.
@@pq5761 Thank you so much for the response Brother. I certainly appreciate it. If I may ask one more question. Are there any lighting options for a Litronic equipped car? I have a really nice '01 Speed yellow S. The lights are in great shape but the wiring inside is causing flickering. It's not the ballast or bulbs, that's why I am looking for options. Blessings to you and, again, thanks for responding 🙏🏾💯💪🏿
Many of the parts can be found online so simple maintenance isn't more expensive than most cars. These are well built and my experience is that it has been reliable. As with any older car, try to get a sense for how well it's been maintained BEFORE you buy. The most expensive thing that can go wrong is engine failure which of course would be very expensive. Enjoy your car, they are awesome!
Nice example of a Porsche….I own a 2003 ‘S’…love driving the car (when I do drive it!), just turned 45k miles…maybe I’ll invest in a 911 one day, however, I do love my Boxster and would have a hard time parting with it… Throw the top back, and enjoy my friend…
Car looks awesome I guess I'm going to get a set of those headlights. The only problem with them is the trim is in black and I have a silver car does not look bad on a dark car but wondering if I can do something about that. Also what is the brand of the front air dam I heard you say it but I couldn't quite make it out
Great job, I picked up an 01 S same lapis blue. Have you done the infamous coolant tank repair? That was my first maintenance item. TG for the DIY Porsche TH-cam
I really like the headlights you have on your boxster. Mitigates the "fried eggness" and just look clean. Did you have the headlights done or eere they already on the car when you got it?
Your ride is looking sweet man. Those air intake mesh things, how about just flat black them out? Or match the body color. I love the blue, I’ve considering and window shopping the Boxster for about a month.
this car tries to look flashy. I would remove those funny tuning accesories, like cheap led ligths, porsche decals... Put original read and headlights with xenon, try original GT3 bumper (properly painted), 19 inch bbs or lobster like...
Totally modernized that vehicle with the lights, bumper, and wheels. Would easily be mistaken for a new Porsche. Nice ride dude
Thanks for the positive feedback!
Good job!!! Nice touch !! Retired 2016,30+ years public high school teacher, 2019, bought 2006 boxster s, loving it!! Top down and...... driving with rainbows, sunsets and moon and stars!!! Aloha!!! from Hawaii!
PS teacher ! I thank you for your service! Not an easy job. Thanks for the kind words and aloha!
Can someone show me where I can get those lights?! Totally awesome it's funny how simple lights can make it look like a newer model
Hi Andrew. They are available on eBay or Amazon.
Great bumper. That is the same GT3 facelift bumper I am ordering. Looks great on your car mate. I love the screen vent inserts too.
Hey Paul!
Love the look of your boxster, I'm also in SoCal and just bought a 97 that I am in the process of restoring right now.
Congrats on the upgrade it looks sick AF
Awesome boxster .. I wasn't to sure about the headlights, been pondering for some time, but after seeing how much of a difference they make im going for it thanks ...
A worthwhile investment for sure.
The front bumper and headlights really updates the car imo, nice Porsche
Thanks!
There is nothing quite like a Boxster. Usually, I'm not too keen on going away from stock. Yours, however, is very tastefully done, beautiful car.
Looking very sharp! Great to hear about the new car, it’s upgrades and what it means to you to own a Porsche.
Great color combo, matching blue top makes it!
Thanks!
Very nice, my favorite boxster color. Glad I found your channel Paul. I purchased an 05 boxster this year as well. First Porsche, really enjoy driving it in the canyons and on the coast. Also in SoCal.
Sweet! Welcome.to the Porsche community.
The bumper and the headlights (what a deal) are a great update, make it look far less than its 20 years. Cool rims and the yellow calipers look great against that blue. Love the block PORSCHE on the rear deck too. Did you say how many miles?
Hey, thanks for the feedback. It's good to know that you appreciate the modifications. She just turned 159k on the clock.
Looks good. I love the headlights. Much cleaner modern look. The bumper upgrade is clean too.
Thanks!
Boxster emblem on trunk is too small. I put the small badge on the face of my elevated wing. So Cal. here! San Diego!
Great car, I am a uk 986s owner (4th one) , thanks for sharing, great to see another one saved
Thanks!
Your car looks awesome I hope one day my car will look even close to yours I bought a 986 98 boxer that was sit underneath the tree for 7 years good thing I only paid $1,500 for it.... Wish me luck we'll keep in touch with you on the project keep making more videos so I can get this carl together
Wow, what a great deal Leon! Keep in touch as I would love to hear about your progress. Be sure to subscribe and follow my videos on the salvage Boxster build I'm working on now.
Wow. That’s probably one of the most beautiful boxsters I’ve seen
I also have a 2002 Lapis Blue Boxster Base. My interior is completely blue and fitted with nice blue Coco mats. These are fun cars to drive with the top down. I'm sticking with the classic design, but very interesting to see how you made it your own!
Beautiful car Paul. Love the headlights
Thanks Bruce!
Here in England I have a 2003 2.7 black on black.great fun car.thanks for the upload.👍
Great example of the boxster. Excellent selection of upgrades. Only thing I saw that I would have considered is a polished aluminum gear shifter, but to each his own and overall beautiful boxster 👍
Did that car come with Litronics? If so, were there any mods necessary to run the new headlights? Websites say those lights won't work on a car with Litronics.
That's right, these lights are not compatible with factory Litronic cars.
@@pq5761 Thank you so much for the response Brother. I certainly appreciate it. If I may ask one more question. Are there any lighting options for a Litronic equipped car? I have a really nice '01 Speed yellow S. The lights are in great shape but the wiring inside is causing flickering. It's not the ballast or bulbs, that's why I am looking for options. Blessings to you and, again, thanks for responding 🙏🏾💯💪🏿
They'll probably become a Collectors item. Looks like fun to customize.
Definitely a labor of love.
What can one expect from a 2002 manual boxster repair wise? Like how expensive does it get if something goes wrong?
Many of the parts can be found online so simple maintenance isn't more expensive than most cars. These are well built and my experience is that it has been reliable.
As with any older car, try to get a sense for how well it's been maintained BEFORE you buy. The most expensive thing that can go wrong is engine failure which of course would be very expensive.
Enjoy your car, they are awesome!
Nice example of a Porsche….I own a 2003 ‘S’…love driving the car (when I do drive it!), just turned 45k miles…maybe I’ll invest in a 911 one day, however, I do love my Boxster and would have a hard time parting with it…
Throw the top back, and enjoy my friend…
Dask kit actually looks stock, IMO. I put one in my car as well and love it. Very nice looking car with classy mods.
Thanks George!
Car looks awesome I guess I'm going to get a set of those headlights. The only problem with them is the trim is in black and I have a silver car does not look bad on a dark car but wondering if I can do something about that. Also what is the brand of the front air dam I heard you say it but I couldn't quite make it out
Thanks. The bumper is by KBD.
Love the light upgrade greetings from the UK just boughf a 2003 986 2.7 and now I'm here 😂 👍
Thanks and congratulations!
Man that looks so fantastic! can you place a link on where you got all of those? Are the porsche letters glued? They won't melt off in heat?
question about the windows, do the windows close perfectly at the top but half way at the side. BR Ab.
Great job, I picked up an 01 S same lapis blue. Have you done the infamous coolant tank repair? That was my first maintenance item. TG for the DIY Porsche TH-cam
I did and it was a pain in the arse....
Beautiful. Love it. ‘Got a 2000 base model with 180k. So fun. I’m in rural NY.
Thanks Roy! I'm currently building a 2001. Please check out those videos as well.
By the way, I'm originally from Brooklyn ☺️
thats a good and clean porsche. congrats!
Thanks!
Where did you get the seat belt covers?
Found them on FB marketplace but I've seen them on eBay as well.
@@pq5761 thx I have a 2005 and will look for those also, beautiful Boxster
I love the tail lights. Can you find a brand or manufacturer?
Hi Bill, not sure of the brand but I've seen similar units on eBay.
Beautiful car. Love the yellow calipers!
Enjoy.
Where’d you get that bumper? And how much?
KBD urethane bumper. Purchased on eBay.
@@pq5761 thank you
I really like the headlights you have on your boxster. Mitigates the "fried eggness" and just look clean. Did you have the headlights done or eere they already on the car when you got it?
Thanks. These are aftermarket headlights that I bought and installed after purchasing the car.
Nice car Paul!!
Hi Paul, I purchased the same lights for my Boxster, any issues trying to line then up?
Hi Ross, not not at. I simply parked on a level surface at night with the beams pointing at a wall.
What kind of headlights did you say you purchased? I couldn't quite catch it.
Aftermarket LEDs that I purchased on OfferUp. I don't know the brand. I suspect they are the same ones you see on eBay.
Nice!!!! Just bought a 1998 today.
Congrats 🎉. They are super fun!
If you like working on the car yourself look into getting a quick Jack. They are awesome for working on Porsches
Good idea!
How are the Headlights ? They look sharp.
They are great. Uch brighter than stock.
Beautiful car. The Boxster is a great car.
Your ride is looking sweet man.
Those air intake mesh things, how about just flat black them out? Or match the body color.
I love the blue, I’ve considering and window shopping the Boxster for about a month.
Thanks and good luck on your search for a 986. Awesome cars!
Thanks Scott
my man can you put the link of the headligts and rear lighs?
The headlights can be found on eBay. The tail lights were on the car when I bought it.
@@pq5761 have the link, i apreciate, so much you can put it, besarse i search it but i can't found it.
How many miles did yours have? Mine will have 87k miles and the ims has not berm dine so I will do that.
151k
Hi. I'm buying a 2002 boxer. Where can I purchase the lights. And what's the cost to install..they made a huge difference. Looks great! 👍 👌
Check eBay, there are a number of companies offering these.
I installed them myself. It's very easy to do.
@@pq5761 yes I found a few and they looked easy to install. I think I can do it
Love this bumper
Thanks Ziko. Along with the new headlights, they really update the look of the car.
Nice car looks great in blue, I have same in arctic silver. I have the hardtop as well.
Thanks!
Very nice!
We just bought one (same) 04-2022 yellow calipers 👍🏼
Congratulations!!!
Hard to hear you over the garbage carts rolling around
If you watch this video while wearing headphones....you get to listen the trashbins rolling in full stereo mode!
You selling this car ?
Nope.
this car tries to look flashy. I would remove those funny tuning accesories, like cheap led ligths, porsche decals... Put original read and headlights with xenon, try original GT3 bumper (properly painted), 19 inch bbs or lobster like...
My car, my choice....