You are here: Forums Coupes & Convertibles Porsche Boxster & Boxster-S Porsche Boxster and Boxster S

Porsche Boxster and Boxster S

886 messages,  Last post on Oct 30, 2009 at 8:00 AM

You are in the Porsche Boxster & Boxster-S Forum. Your Host is claires

What is this discussion about? Porsche Boxster

Messages Page 84 of 90 1 ... 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 ... 90 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

#824 of 886 Do Boxsters still have the problem of the engine 'letting go'? by johnxyz Nov 11, 2008 (6:02 am)
Hey Guys,   Kicking around the idea of a used Boxster but I have read that the Boxster engine has a fatel mechanical flaw and can 'let go' requiring complete engine replacement $10,000+ a pop (out of warranty , of course) - any truth to this?   If so was this corrected in the 2006 and later Boxsters?   Thanks for any advice on buying a used Boxster - was 2006 the last year Porsche made significant upgrades? Replies to this message: andys120 (Nov 11, 2008 8:07 am) johnxyz (Nov 11, 2008 10:28 am) andys120 (Nov 11, 2008 12:00 pm) mrrogers (Dec 22, 2008 6:38 pm) mannyljr (Dec 22, 2008 10:06 pm)
#825 of 886 Re: Do Boxsters still have the problem of the engine 'letting go'? [johnxyz] by andys120 Nov 11, 2008 (8:07 am)
Replying to: johnxyz (Nov 11, 2008 6:02 am) All I know about engine failures is what I read here, which is pretty dismaying.   Pending further research I have crossed a PDK Boxster off my list of gotta-haves which is a shame because there is no ready substitute available IMO.   Read the attached comments, engine problems may not be limited to Boxsters. Similar ocurrances have happened with 911-996/997s and Caymans.   If only BMW would make a sports car I could stand to look at. Replies to this message: johnxyz (Nov 11, 2008 10:28 am) andys120 (Nov 11, 2008 12:00 pm)
#826 of 886 Re: Do Boxsters still have the problem of the engine 'letting go'? [andys120] by johnxyz Nov 11, 2008 (10:28 am)
Replying to: andys120 (Nov 11, 2008 8:07 am) Thanks andys120 - dead on for my query - well cross Boxster off the list... No wonder they are rated a 'good value' for a used car. Shoot and I really like them (Caymans even moreso but too expensive).   Oh well - what other marques/models are a great vaule around an '05 or '06 in a sports car? Japanese marque would be ok... Replies to this message: andys120 (Nov 11, 2008 12:00 pm)
#827 of 886 Re: Do Boxsters still have the problem of the engine 'letting go'? [johnxyz] by andys120 Nov 11, 2008 (12:00 pm)
Replying to: johnxyz (Nov 11, 2008 10:28 am) Honda S-2000, I can't physically fit into it but YMMV. I'd look into the 350-Z and Miata/MX-5 as well.   Jag XK8? Corvette?...all good performing sports cars.
#828 of 886 Any input? by andys120 Dec 07, 2008 (12:58 pm)
Do any current or former Boxster/Cayman owners have input for us concerning the incidence of engine failures in these cars? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Replies to this message: jgboxcat (Dec 08, 2008 4:05 am)
#829 of 886 Re: Any input? [andys120] by jgboxcat Dec 08, 2008 (4:05 am)
Replying to: andys120 (Dec 07, 2008 12:58 pm) Hey - I have 2007 convertible boxster - bought it brand new - never had an engine problem - (definitely had battery die a couple of times) - my biggest peeve is that my breaks still have a "squeek" at times (they claim it's still brake dust - I have about 8k on the car) - and if you're really turning the wheel aggressively (i.,e. hard turn) you can get another creeky sound. I neighbor has a carerra and he has the same issue (apparently was common on 2007 models so he says). Other than that - no problems.
#830 of 886 Is this a fair deal? by dbarton7 Dec 09, 2008 (7:28 am)
Hello.   I'm looking at a 2006 Boxter S with 1,400 miles that appears to be in excellent condition after a visual inspection and test drive.   The price is $42K.   Is this a fair deal or can I do better elsewhere?   Also the mileage seems awfully low for a 2006. Is there anyway to verify the mileage other thab using Carfax?   Would appreciate your collective thoughts.   Thanks Replies to this message: mannyljr (Dec 09, 2008 11:48 pm)
#831 of 886 Re: Is this a fair deal? [dbarton7] by mannyljr Dec 09, 2008 (11:48 pm)
Replying to: dbarton7 (Dec 09, 2008 7:28 am) $42K sounds like a lot for an '06 S in this current economy. I've been price shopping Boxsters since the summer and have posted dozens of Porsches and their prices on my blog. http://mannyljr.typepad.com/lizardslair/ My current front page is a list of Best in Price for Boxsters 2005 - 2008. It's mostly based on autotrader.com, plus a little Ebay. I have a 2006 S with 22K miles on my list for $34K. I have an '08 Boxster S listed at $45K from a dealer. Post a comment if you visit my blog and let me know if it helps.
#832 of 886 2001 Boxster CEL/Cats by Jeffreyatl Dec 09, 2008 (9:37 am)
I bought a 2001 Boxster in August. In October, the CEL illuminated, so I took it to the dearer after eliminating a loose gas cap as the problem.   The dealer ran diagnostics and determined that BOTH catalytic converters had failed. I paid them for the diagnostic work done and left, opting not to get them replaced without a second opinion.   THe dealer told me that I'd need to get both cats replaced before the emissions inspection is due (March '09), that it would fail withouth that work.   It was pointed out to me that it is very unusual for any catalytic converter, nevermind both, to fail at 41,000(+) miles.   Yesterday, I took the car to an emissions inspection place, and the guy just ran the diagnostic (not the full emissions test) on the car and said that it was fine. He said that if he were to run the full test on the car right then, it would pass.   I emailed this information to the service manager who hedged just a bit on their analysis of the diagnostic code readings, and offered to test the car again, at no charge to me.   I think the dealer didn't allow for dirty sensors, or a number of other possible explanations for the CEL coming on. They turned it off in October and it hasn't come on again.   I also think they're trying to stick it to me for not getting an extended warranty on their PO car.   Thoughts?
#833 of 886 Re: Do Boxsters still have the problem of the engine 'letting go'? [johnxyz] by mrrogers Dec 22, 2008 (6:38 pm)
Replying to: johnxyz (Nov 11, 2008 6:02 am) I read where Road & Track Editor-at-Large Peter Egan had to have the engine replaced on his used Boxster S. Forunately he had the Certified Pre Owned warranty. He wrote a great column about buying his Boxster. His wife told him that there a only so many summers, so he needs this convertible!     The Porsche CPO warranty is only for two years. I see CPO Boxsters from dealers on the web. There are a few 2002's and 2003's for under $20,000. Maybe the strategy should be to buy one, and then sell it after one year with the one year of CPO remaining as a selling point. Another strategy could be to sell it after two years, and then buy another CPO Boxster from a dealer so you are always protected from the dreaded engine failure. Replies to this message: mannyljr (Dec 22, 2008 10:06 pm)

Messages Page 84 of 90 1 ... 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 ... 90 Prev Next Last

Go To Msg # Search This Discussion

You are here: Forums Coupes & Convertibles Porsche Boxster & Boxster-S Porsche Boxster and Boxster S