Got my '03 Boxster S for $3000, it has 84K miles and a new top, tires, and other maintenance done. Only things Ive done so far was install a battery (reason I got it cheap as it did not start) and an oil change. It is black on black with black leather interior. It is an absolute blast to drive and am so impressed with its handling and very decent mpg as I avg 26.4 mpg currently. Enjoy!
I owned the same car for about 6 years now. Same mileage. Had to recon starter recently, just replaced springs and shocks, engine mounts and ventilation scoops. Thanks to you tube videos, Pelican parts, i a bit of an idiot when comes to car fixing, managed it all by myself. Now its so easy. Awesome incredible fun. If I say crap car, it would just be to avoid others from sharing the pure joy. Loads of cargo space makes for perfect daily driver. We even go on roadster camping trips.
Well,i bought a boxter for 3.500$and i've had no problems,motor is running fine and no rust.the owner took a lot care of it.i think it was really worth it for a porsche and for that price?.i couldnt say no.im 18 yrs old and my parents said that for the start buy a cheap car for about 3000$and they were so surprized to see a porsche in front of our house door😂😂...i just freaking love this car so much.best buy ever
im thinking of buying a boxter 1997-2001 im 20yr and u are the perfect guy to tell me is it a good deal for a student ? ( insurance, gaz , keep it in a good shape , etc) i really need your advice
I bought a 350z when I was 17! My mom said the same thing! Im 23 now & I'm thinking about getting a boxer! I'll probably only ever drive a 2 seater! 😂😂
Say what you want to say about the Porsche Boxster but the 2.5 liter flat 6 is probably one of the most reliable engines out there, I've had mine for 6 years 0 problems with proper maintenance.
+Abuebakar Jallow SO reliable that the engine was subject to a class-action lawsuit (and Porsche lost). Yeah I'd say it's very UNreliable if even the judge declares owners should get a refund .
+electrictroy2010 If you knew anything about these cars you'd know that only the single row IMS bearings were as high risk for failing. All 2.5l motors use more reliable double row IMS bearings
electrictroy2010 there is not a car manufacturer out there that exist without flaws, I I'm speaking only form my personal experience as an owner & knowing others who own these vehicles, whatever personal issues you have with the cars is your problem 😎✌
Abuebakar Jallow. Brother, I have had my 1999 Boxter for a while now. Trust me. If you were to drive one you would understand. I will tell you a quick story. I went to a dealership to purchase a Jag. It was pristine. As they were getting the paperwork together my brother pointed out a Black on black Boxter. He called it a Wanna be 9-11. the sales man said, have you ever driven one? I asked for the keys. We both took turns driving it. Amazing! It handles like a magnet to metal. The moter is in the center, not the rear. You have a trunk in the front and a trunk in the rear... When you take the 6 cyl moter into the higher RPM's it becomes a beast. 100 mph happens so fast. It lives in the 135+ world. I do not believe the Jaguar would perform or could effect my senses the same way. I returned to the dealership with a changed mind and bought the Boxter. Still after a few years, when I step out of my Porsche, most of the time my pulse is racing and I'm always a little ...scared. Abuebakar check out some of Porsche Boxter V/s what ever Videos. Dude for around 8,000.00 you can own a reliable world class race car.
I've always liked the Boxter. Great vid. I just got a 97 BMW 528I free from a family member. 238k miles. Not a lotta problems either. Having a good time working on it tho and drive it every day.
I have had several chances to buy this car, however, I chickened out the more I was reading the intense upkeep involved with owning one of these (not to mention IMS issues, etc). I have owned many many Toyotas for over 3 decades and they run virtually maint -free throughout ownership. Love this car, but not ready to be a slave to keeping the car moving.
Hey brother the oil separator is that blue smoke for about 5 seconds and does it cost the vehicle to idle roughly? How bout fixing it yourself is the hard or easy to replace?
That's much more successful than my current boxster project. But, I have a $1k boxster that doesn't run well. The starter switch and AOS are super easy to replace, I did each one in about 30 minutes in my driveway.
dude can you help me ,my airbag light came on and it just wont go away. ive had it reset.ive heard its got something to do with the seatbelt or the steering squib?
You don't need a new ignition switch. The lock assembly will come with the switch since the new version lock assembly is not compatible with the old switch.
Nice video. What I think people misunderstand is they are focusing on the number of repairs you did (to a 15 year old car, and that in spite of the reputation of every repair being $1-3k - you point out the costs have not been exorbitant. Now I want to hear about that 914, please and thank you.
Here's where I am: 2004 Mazda RX-8 with a check engine light (misfire)... not saying it is apex seal failure BUUUUT I have already ruled out fuel, ignition, and clogged cats. After coming to this realization I thought back to the days when I had a Civic Del Sol, I loved the open roof experience and the relatively easy maintenance, I didn't even care that it leaked and smelled like cat piss! That is when I really dug into the Boxter, its sweeping curves could be considered pornography to some, its sound is unlike most of what is on the road, and the more I look into it, the more I can picture myself on an empty mountain pass in june with the top down and foot firmly in the gas pedal... it just speaks to me. Don't get me wrong, wringing the little rotary out to that glorious 9000 rpm redline is great fun and a pleasure, it's just it is a far younger technology and sadly, most have given up on it making ownership a bit... straining. This video tells me that for less than what I spent on my RX8 this year (about $1400 and rising), I could easily daily a Boxter. Does this seem reasonable or have I lost my mind and strayed from the church of brap?
Good video. Thinking of getting on of these soon. I didn't hear any mention of the ims issue in this video. Is it something to worry about or is the ims made out to be worse than it is? Thanks
I have a 1999 and its care free. The things he mentioned like the Oil separator? It is a system designed to last about 100,000 miles and should have been done long before. The repairs on a Boxter will not jump up out of nowhere., Owners know whats going to go and when. The repairs are basically more like one time replacements that you know about before they break.
Dont overlook the 1998-1999. Keep in mind that Porsche went from a 6cyl to a 4cyl. I have the 6 and I love it. Its a 1999 Boxter. Black on Black. You can pick one up for under $9,000. There are a lot out there because they made a lot and they last, so look for a Garage kept. Mine is...I freakin love it
No better deal for 7K if it has been maintained. Having owned a 62', 74' and 96', I would own those cars all over again. They didn't break the bank and handled better than any other performance car I have owned.
Maybe I missed it, but I don't think he said anything about the IMS & RMS being replaced. Those are a major repair that if not completed basically totals the car. Any experiences on this?
If you bought this car even used !with 40-70 thous miles, i guarantee you would,nt been having those kind of problems.You never pointed that out also ,but its all good .The previous owners which im assuming did,nt take car of obviously if you wanted to replace the parts and such .
I have a 1999 and its care free. The things he mentioned like the Oil separator? It is a system designed to last about 100,000 miles and should have been done long before. The repairs on a Boxter will not jump up out of nowhere., Owners know whats going to go and when. The repairs are basically more like one time replacements that you know about before they break. Show less REPLY
I like how this guy acts like this is completely normal. I don't think I've ever heard about that many problems within 11 months of ownership. Thanks but no thanks Porsche, I'll save up for a S2000 or Elise.
The things he mentioned should have been repaired long time ago. We are talking about owning an amazing car for little money. I bought mine 2 years ago. a 1999 with 100,000 miles and I haven't done a single thing except change the oil.
Bob, Have you ever driven a Porsche Boxter? Go test drive one, then come back and write what you think about it. Its an easy brand to fall in love with...lol
Anytime I hear a negative remark or someone saying " I would rather have" when I ask them have they ever driven one they always say the same thing. "No". I can bet you anything that you have never driven a Porsche Boxter and furthermore I can guarantee you will become a fan. The cars you mentioned are all good, I especially like the 350z But its just not the same as a true Porsche Mid engine race car.
I'm looking into buying a 1997 Porsche Boxster. I have always wanted a Porsche. My father had a Roadster, Speedster, and a Targa. I loved riding in them, but know they are expensive to maintain. I recently read an article about an issue that can happen with the boxster: IMS failure. They say it can cost as much as $12,000 to fix. Should I be wary?
Rebecca Horton I've seen many vids on Boxsters and no one ever said anything about the IMS replacement costing that much. I would definitely try replacing it as soon as I got my hands on the car, though.
I own a 2001 Boxster S and it’s given me nothing but problems,including being stranded on the road.The Convertible motors have stopped working,the rear window has discolored and shrunk which has pulled the convertible roof rear end out of its mounting,the AC is broken,and I need to now change the Alternator. The first time I was stranded was when all the dashboard lights went on and the engine cut out,had to change the MAF sensor then,the check engine light flashed briefly also twice.The engine cut out another time three times on the highway and I had to get the car towed.Ive also had major work done on it in the past.This car is not worth owning,it’s a bottomless money pit.
Had the exact same issue with the dash lights and car shutting off. Only happens when I'm coming to a stop. I cleaned the maf sensor hoping that works rather than swapping it. Have yet to test it though
+AronbTV if you are fairly new to driving I wouldnt recomend spending a lot of money on a car in case you crash or something its best to learn on a cheap car. unless you have a lot of money laying around and 10k is no problem then yea go for it any car is a good first car.
+AronbTV Nope, and this is coming from a person who bought a Boxster as his first car. Get a Miata, learn on it, then move up to something like an S2000 or Cayman
Don't forget to replace the INTERMEDIATE SHAFT BEARINGS. When those things go, they take the whole engine with them, and a new engine is usually around $10,000 to $12,000 with installation. Replace those stock bearings with a oil-fed aftermarket alternative kit.
Honesty Counts Old man once told me... "Every time your Boxster gets up to 180 F on the dash, red line that bitch..." Keeps the IMS bearing lubricated and you won't have a problem. Drive it like an old lady and the engine blows up. who knew?
+joshua Garcia I am being 100% honest. I run 15W50 AmsOil Dominator Racing Oil while at the track and I run 0W40 Mobil1 in the off season to make sure the engine always has superior protection BUT without that REV to 7000 RPMS when at temperature, the IMS bearing in the M86 and M87 engines don't get lubricated well. Any other questions?
2000 or after. There were some improvements to the suspension I believe. It was changed in 200 and made it a better driving car. Boxsters older than that are still good though.
I bought a 2006 Mazda my-5 for 12000. I’ve had it for 5 yrs, 15000 Kms and besides only fluid changes and regular maintenance I had a leaking rear shock. Drive the crap out of it regularly. These cars are absolutely bullet proof and just as much fun to drive as a booster! Oh and Mazda didn’t see the need for an IMS. Haha.
OMG!!!! Thats a lot of problems , my honda prelude has 180K and no problems from the start , it was built and assembled 100% in Japan , great video really makes me think twice about buying a crappy boxster from that generation
It really isn't that bad. When you get into any older European cars you are going to spend some money on maintenance and most of the cheaper cars have been somewhat neglected...that's why i always recommend buying the best car that you can afford, with all service records. Blaise is happy with his Boxster though and he has only spent about $1,500 on it in the year that he has owned it.
Those repairs really aren't much when you figure in the cost of a set of tires and a alternator. I'm a Honda fan for life, however there's only a handful of MR cars out there and for the price the Boxster is an exceptional value.
+Victor Pitts Find a well cared for 944 s2 and you won't regret it. Keep up to date with the timing belt and the car is otherwise bulletproof. My 1990 s2 still runs like a new car and on the track the Boxsters are all in my rear view mirror! The best build years of Porsche are '85-'95 when they were built like jet powered tanks. The 911's and the 944's from this period are as good of cars as have ever been manufactured! It's quite disappointing that Porsche knew they had problems with the engines from 1997 on, yet continued with this cheapened-up engine design until 2009. Dr. Porsche was rolling in his grave. However, if you have any DIY skills and keep on top of it a used Boxster is as big of bang for the buck as there is out there! So are the 911's of course. But if you want a newer totally trouble free car and no DIY skills perhaps the '97-''08 Porsches are not for you. Me, I'm looking for a used 911 to add even more thrills to my driving!
Dude not ebay I'm 16 and I own one . I got it for 8000$ and a huge tip. Never get the z4 at your age insurance is expensive as fuck they think your gonna crash everywhere. The boxter on the other is way cheap for a 2 seater convertible.
Try Kijiji but they go up from 10 000 to 15000. It all depends what country your from. A great tip when repairing the don't go to Porsche itself it's expensive. Buy all the parts on eBay and research how to maintain the car in TH-cam it's way cheaper then going to a mechanic and its cheaper. I had an oil change for 24$ Canadian.
Crazyfireboy Drop out of school and get certified as a cnc operator. Takes about a year. Get your Ged. High school is a waste of time. The only thing I recommend is taking a few college level algebra and writing, and history classes. The only thing that matters in America is work experience.
Then by the time your 20 you will be making way more money than your friends. GO back to school and become a mechanical engineer or computer engineer. OR start your own cnc business. I wish I would have done this. :P
Got my '03 Boxster S for $3000, it has 84K miles and a new top, tires, and other maintenance done. Only things Ive done so far was install a battery (reason I got it cheap as it did not start) and an oil change. It is black on black with black leather interior. It is an absolute blast to drive and am so impressed with its handling and very decent mpg as I avg 26.4 mpg currently. Enjoy!
skbuoy Money talks so pull up with straight cash and you can get a good deal!
I owned the same car for about 6 years now. Same mileage. Had to recon starter recently, just replaced springs and shocks, engine mounts and ventilation scoops. Thanks to you tube videos, Pelican parts, i a bit of an idiot when comes to car fixing, managed it all by myself. Now its so easy. Awesome incredible fun. If I say crap car, it would just be to avoid others from sharing the pure joy. Loads of cargo space makes for perfect daily driver. We even go on roadster camping trips.
These are the stories I like. People enjoying their car and not parking it like a trophy. I bought a 2005C2S and drive it all I can.
Well,i bought a boxter for 3.500$and i've had no problems,motor is running fine and no rust.the owner took a lot care of it.i think it was really worth it for a porsche and for that price?.i couldnt say no.im 18 yrs old and my parents said that for the start buy a cheap car for about 3000$and they were so surprized to see a porsche in front of our house door😂😂...i just freaking love this car so much.best buy ever
im thinking of buying a boxter 1997-2001 im 20yr and u are the perfect guy to tell me is it a good deal for a student ? ( insurance, gaz , keep it in a good shape , etc) i really need your advice
MaximilianMus what year and miles on your boxter mon
I want one too!
I bought a 350z when I was 17! My mom said the same thing! Im 23 now & I'm thinking about getting a boxer! I'll probably only ever drive a 2 seater! 😂😂
@@XxG4M3RxTUNxX I am exactly in your shoes right now hahaha. Should I save for one with my measly student income?
Say what you want to say about the Porsche Boxster but the 2.5 liter flat 6 is probably one of the most reliable engines out there, I've had mine for 6 years 0 problems with proper maintenance.
+Abuebakar Jallow SO reliable that the engine was subject to a class-action lawsuit (and Porsche lost). Yeah I'd say it's very UNreliable if even the judge declares owners should get a refund
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+electrictroy2010 If you knew anything about these cars you'd know that only the single row IMS bearings were as high risk for failing. All 2.5l motors use more reliable double row IMS bearings
electrictroy2010 there is not a car manufacturer out there that exist without flaws, I I'm speaking only form my personal experience as an owner & knowing others who own these vehicles, whatever personal issues you have with the cars is your problem 😎✌
Abuebakar Jallow. Brother, I have had my 1999 Boxter for a while now. Trust me. If you were to drive one you would understand. I will tell you a quick story. I went to a dealership to purchase a Jag. It was pristine. As they were getting the paperwork together my brother pointed out a Black on black Boxter. He called it a Wanna be 9-11. the sales man said, have you ever driven one? I asked for the keys. We both took turns driving it. Amazing! It handles like a magnet to metal. The moter is in the center, not the rear. You have a trunk in the front and a trunk in the rear... When you take the 6 cyl moter into the higher RPM's it becomes a beast. 100 mph happens so fast. It lives in the 135+ world. I do not believe the Jaguar would perform or could effect my senses the same way. I returned to the dealership with a changed mind and bought the Boxter. Still after a few years, when I step out of my Porsche, most of the time my pulse is racing and I'm always a little ...scared.
Abuebakar check out some of Porsche Boxter V/s what ever Videos. Dude for around 8,000.00 you can own a reliable world class race car.
@@Newyellowcab s s s s s s There you go. You can use those to spell Boxster.
I've always liked the Boxter. Great vid. I just got a 97 BMW 528I free from a family member. 238k miles. Not a lotta problems either. Having a good time working on it tho and drive it every day.
please tell me where i can find head lights for that cheap
Tim Gabr swap meet lol
They are not genuine ones, he sold the original ones which might be a mistake as the early look is becoming fashionable now
FROM 5000-8000€ ONE BOXTER 2700cc.
IN EUROPE WITHOUT PROBLEMS.TODAY 6/OCT/2019.
BUT THEY HAVE VERY BIG TAXES EVERY YEAR.
I have had several chances to buy this car, however, I chickened out the more I was reading the intense upkeep involved with owning one of these (not to mention IMS issues, etc). I have owned many many Toyotas for over 3 decades and they run virtually maint -free throughout ownership. Love this car, but not ready to be a slave to keeping the car moving.
Hey brother the oil separator is that blue smoke for about 5 seconds and does it cost the vehicle to idle roughly? How bout fixing it yourself is the hard or easy to replace?
That's much more successful than my current boxster project. But, I have a $1k boxster that doesn't run well. The starter switch and AOS are super easy to replace, I did each one in about 30 minutes in my driveway.
I wonder where your slotted brake rotors went.
dude can you help me ,my airbag light came on and it just wont go away. ive had it reset.ive heard its got something to do with the seatbelt or the steering squib?
You don't need a new ignition switch. The lock assembly will come with the switch since the new version lock assembly is not compatible with the old switch.
Nice video. What I think people misunderstand is they are focusing on the number of repairs you did (to a 15 year old car, and that in spite of the reputation of every repair being $1-3k - you point out the costs have not been exorbitant. Now I want to hear about that 914, please and thank you.
Here's where I am:
2004 Mazda RX-8 with a check engine light (misfire)... not saying it is apex seal failure BUUUUT I have already ruled out fuel, ignition, and clogged cats. After coming to this realization I thought back to the days when I had a Civic Del Sol, I loved the open roof experience and the relatively easy maintenance, I didn't even care that it leaked and smelled like cat piss! That is when I really dug into the Boxter, its sweeping curves could be considered pornography to some, its sound is unlike most of what is on the road, and the more I look into it, the more I can picture myself on an empty mountain pass in june with the top down and foot firmly in the gas pedal... it just speaks to me.
Don't get me wrong, wringing the little rotary out to that glorious 9000 rpm redline is great fun and a pleasure, it's just it is a far younger technology and sadly, most have given up on it making ownership a bit... straining.
This video tells me that for less than what I spent on my RX8 this year (about $1400 and rising), I could easily daily a Boxter. Does this seem reasonable or have I lost my mind and strayed from the church of brap?
The Boxter is all you want it to be and then some. The sound it makes at 6000 RPM is intoxicating
Good video. Thinking of getting on of these soon. I didn't hear any mention of the ims issue in this video. Is it something to worry about or is the ims made out to be worse than it is?
Thanks
Porsche Boxster sometimes hesitates in first gear when accelerating what should I do ?
Just wanted to know what type of tires did you buy
Where's the two years of ownership video? =D
he sold the car, ims bearing broke, engine self destructed xD
I have a 1999 and its care free. The things he mentioned like the Oil separator? It is a system designed to last about 100,000 miles and should have been done long before. The repairs on a Boxter will not jump up out of nowhere., Owners know whats going to go and when. The repairs are basically more like one time replacements that you know about before they break.
@@olimphus26 Well that really sucks. IMS usually goes within the first 50k mileage, if that.
Where can I get new headlights like you have for a 2000 year Boxster S? 80 dollars for two new headlights is a steal!
expanstion tank. thats right. i just replaced this dude aswell with 130k miles on the clock.
To be fair thats not bad, ive had more problems with my 206, had to spend £800 on stuff because it was high miles.
Thanks, two informative videos....I;m looking for a 2000 to 2002.
+2vintage68 I have a silver 2000 for sale... 315-663-7621
+Patrick Barry how much?
I would sell it as it sits for $14k. It has a new top,, new suspension, many new parts. I am starting an automotive garage so I could use the cash.
Dont overlook the 1998-1999. Keep in mind that Porsche went from a 6cyl to a 4cyl. I have the 6 and I love it. Its a 1999 Boxter. Black on Black. You can pick one up for under $9,000. There are a lot out there because they made a lot and they last, so look for a Garage kept. Mine is...I freakin love it
Intimidator Ss i buyed one for 3.500.no problems and i fckin love it.
Get clear side markers
Did you fix the problems or did you have a Porsche mechanic fix it?
No better deal for 7K if it has been maintained. Having owned a 62', 74' and 96', I would own those cars all over again. They didn't break the bank and handled better than any other performance car I have owned.
Comes out much cheaper than what I spent in my Corvette
Maybe I missed it, but I don't think he said anything about the IMS & RMS being replaced. Those are a major repair that if not completed basically totals the car.
Any experiences on this?
IMS isn't an issue on early 2.5 cars. The bearing was changed for the later 2.7 & 3.2 and it is this which can fail spectacularly.
If you bought this car even used !with 40-70 thous miles, i guarantee you would,nt been having those kind of problems.You never pointed that out also ,but its all good .The previous owners which im assuming did,nt take car of obviously if you wanted to replace the parts and such .
OMG, $80 for the set?!?!? WTF? lol Where do i find that deal
Do you do the mentioned work yourself?
please tell me where i can find head lights for that cheap? Driving While Awesome
+Cameron Lee Nowhere! That is total BS!
+Cameron Lee He found the headlights at the Parts Heaven swap meet.
+Albert Zeiger Ok
Any update on this a year later?
I have a 1999 and its care free. The things he mentioned like the Oil separator? It is a system designed to last about 100,000 miles and should have been done long before. The repairs on a Boxter will not jump up out of nowhere., Owners know whats going to go and when. The repairs are basically more like one time replacements that you know about before they break.
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How much money have you spent in total?
What happened!? Video ended in the middle of great content. Thanks thou.
I like how this guy acts like this is completely normal. I don't think I've ever heard about that many problems within 11 months of ownership. Thanks but no thanks Porsche, I'll save up for a S2000 or Elise.
The things he mentioned should have been repaired long time ago. We are talking about owning an amazing car for little money. I bought mine 2 years ago. a 1999 with 100,000 miles and I haven't done a single thing except change the oil.
I have had both a 2003 Boxster and a 2008 S2000. I would take the Boxster any day over the S2000.
Exactly true! I have owned countless Toyotas and did not come anywhere near all of those issues inn 11 months let alone 5 years plus.
so he's saying he paid 7k for the car and 9k on little broken things? wth?
+Marco Vinicio $7,150 for the car and put 9k miles on it.
+chet mcguire oooooohhh I just listened again, 9k miles since the last video lol my bad
LOL...The Boxter is a fantastic car. You just have to hope that it wasn't abused. Mine was a garage kept with original paint. 1999 and its fantastic
Marco Vinicio “since the last video I put 9,000 on it”. I also assumed dollars.
I.m.s keeps breaking down, expensive fix €1800 😭
Take an IMS from LN Engineering.
He's got Porsche love.
Bob, Have you ever driven a Porsche Boxter? Go test drive one, then come back and write what you think about it. Its an easy brand to fall in love with...lol
Intimidator Ss It’s why I’m about to switch from a mustang to a 1st gen Boxster. They’re fantastic cars and ridiculously reliable!
Great awesome car. I thank God for my Boxster, GraceCovered!!!! Phil. 4:19.
Pastor Kenneth M. Young, D. Min. I own a boxter 2001 S model n I love it mon
Clssic Boxster design. The 550 Spyder the ideal Porsche.
hell no to many issues s2000 or mx5 best bet more power get an 350z roadster
+Bryan Rosado Agreed on the S2000
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Anytime I hear a negative remark or someone saying " I would rather have" when I ask them have they ever driven one they always say the same thing. "No". I can bet you anything that you have never driven a Porsche Boxter and furthermore I can guarantee you will become a fan. The cars you mentioned are all good, I especially like the 350z But its just not the same as a true Porsche Mid engine race car.
I'm looking into buying a 1997 Porsche Boxster. I have always wanted a Porsche. My father had a Roadster, Speedster, and a Targa. I loved riding in them, but know they are expensive to maintain. I recently read an article about an issue that can happen with the boxster: IMS failure. They say it can cost as much as $12,000 to fix. Should I be wary?
Rebecca Horton I've seen many vids on Boxsters and no one ever said anything about the IMS replacement costing that much. I would definitely try replacing it as soon as I got my hands on the car, though.
I have had mine for 2 years, no issues. Your post was a while ago. Can you provide an update? Love to hear what direction you went
I own a 2001 Boxster S and it’s given me nothing but problems,including being stranded on the road.The Convertible motors have stopped working,the rear window has discolored and shrunk which has pulled the convertible roof rear end out of its mounting,the AC is broken,and I need to now change the Alternator.
The first time I was stranded was when all the dashboard lights went on and the engine cut out,had to change the MAF sensor then,the check engine light flashed briefly also twice.The engine cut out another time three times on the highway and I had to get the car towed.Ive also had major work done on it in the past.This car is not worth owning,it’s a bottomless money pit.
How many miles did yours have? I agree these cars need maintenance frequently.
It’s done 109 thousand kilometers only,that’s not a lot at all.
Had the exact same issue with the dash lights and car shutting off. Only happens when I'm coming to a stop. I cleaned the maf sensor hoping that works rather than swapping it. Have yet to test it though
is a porsche boxster a good first car?
+AronbTV if you are fairly new to driving I wouldnt recomend spending a lot of money on a car in case you crash or something its best to learn on a cheap car. unless you have a lot of money laying around and 10k is no problem then yea go for it any car is a good first car.
***** Yea miatas are nice
+AronbTV Nope, and this is coming from a person who bought a Boxster as his first car. Get a Miata, learn on it, then move up to something like an S2000 or Cayman
thanks, i'm now considering a '98-06' 3 series BMW. do you have any suggestions about that?
You can't go wrong with a Miata. Just as fun to drive and even catastrophic repairs are cheap compared to a Porsche.
salivating at that 914 T__T
Im thinking of buying a porsche boxster
Don't forget to replace the INTERMEDIATE SHAFT BEARINGS. When those things go, they take the whole engine with them, and a new engine is usually around $10,000 to $12,000 with installation. Replace those stock bearings with a oil-fed aftermarket alternative kit.
Honesty Counts Old man once told me... "Every time your Boxster gets up to 180 F on the dash, red line that bitch..." Keeps the IMS bearing lubricated and you won't have a problem. Drive it like an old lady and the engine blows up. who knew?
+silverfoxsix Is that 100 percent true what you said!! or you joking?
+joshua Garcia I am being 100% honest. I run 15W50 AmsOil Dominator Racing Oil while at the track and I run 0W40 Mobil1 in the off season to make sure the engine always has superior protection BUT without that REV to 7000 RPMS when at temperature, the IMS bearing in the M86 and M87 engines don't get lubricated well. Any other questions?
Patrick Barry So basically you're saying that it's necessary to rev the shit out of the Boxster every once in a while?
Is there a Best Year older Boxster to buy? I will want guarantees with that answer of course! ;-)
2000 or after. There were some improvements to the suspension I believe. It was changed in 200 and made it a better driving car. Boxsters older than that are still good though.
+Bode Whitmo 2003 they started using a glass window in the soft top vs plastic window
I bought a 2006 Mazda my-5 for 12000. I’ve had it for 5 yrs, 15000 Kms and besides only fluid changes and regular maintenance I had a leaking rear shock. Drive the crap out of it regularly. These cars are absolutely bullet proof and just as much fun to drive as a booster! Oh and Mazda didn’t see the need for an IMS. Haha.
OMG!!!! Thats a lot of problems , my honda prelude has 180K and no problems from the start , it was built and assembled 100% in Japan , great video really makes me think twice about buying a crappy boxster from that generation
It really isn't that bad. When you get into any older European cars you are going to spend some money on maintenance and most of the cheaper cars have been somewhat neglected...that's why i always recommend buying the best car that you can afford, with all service records. Blaise is happy with his Boxster though and he has only spent about $1,500 on it in the year that he has owned it.
You may save money in maintenance. But you still have to drive a Prelude. So who is the real winner here?
Henry Tegeler the real winners are Honda S2000 owners
Those repairs really aren't much when you figure in the cost of a set of tires and a alternator. I'm a Honda fan for life, however there's only a handful of MR cars out there and for the price the Boxster is an exceptional value.
Slickpete83 S2000's bog! I'd rather walk
So basically gorgeous car and a money pit
Yeah but I still want one.
$150 to replace your ignition on your porsche?
This car is awesome! I want it! :P
I prefer the original orange lights
good video thow
he got that boxster for 7k? nice
+iSkateBoard10 It's a typical thing on CL. 7K is about the average price now a days. I am probably going to sell my e30 for a Boxster, 944 or 914.
+Victor Pitts Find a well cared for 944 s2 and you won't regret it. Keep up to date with the timing belt and the car is otherwise bulletproof. My 1990 s2 still runs like a new car and on the track the Boxsters are all in my rear view mirror! The best build years of Porsche are '85-'95 when they were built like jet powered tanks. The 911's and the 944's from this period are as good of cars as have ever been manufactured! It's quite disappointing that Porsche knew they had problems with the engines from 1997 on, yet continued with this cheapened-up engine design until 2009. Dr. Porsche was rolling in his grave. However, if you have any DIY skills and keep on top of it a used Boxster is as big of bang for the buck as there is out there! So are the 911's of course. But if you want a newer totally trouble free car and no DIY skills perhaps the '97-''08 Porsches are not for you. Me, I'm looking for a used 911 to add even more thrills to my driving!
I want this Porsche for my first car im only 14 turning 15 and i want this car im looking on ebay but their all too much
Dude not ebay I'm 16 and I own one . I got it for 8000$ and a huge tip. Never get the z4 at your age insurance is expensive as fuck they think your gonna crash everywhere. The boxter on the other is way cheap for a 2 seater convertible.
Try Kijiji but they go up from 10 000 to 15000. It all depends what country your from. A great tip when repairing the don't go to Porsche itself it's expensive. Buy all the parts on eBay and research how to maintain the car in TH-cam it's way cheaper then going to a mechanic and its cheaper. I had an oil change for 24$ Canadian.
+Prowl GTDM (Alpha Powers) so how long did u save up for?
Crazyfireboy Drop out of school and get certified as a cnc operator. Takes about a year. Get your Ged. High school is a waste of time. The only thing I recommend is taking a few college level algebra and writing, and history classes. The only thing that matters in America is work experience.
Then by the time your 20 you will be making way more money than your friends. GO back to school and become a mechanical engineer or computer engineer. OR start your own cnc business. I wish I would have done this. :P
He is lying
The boxsrer is a woman's car I bought one for my wife. I dont drive it!