2005 Porsche Boxster 987 2.7
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Having owned the car a few years, it’s now definitely time to get some of the paintwork fixed - past previous repairs, stone chips, and small bubbles were driving me crazy, plus the car deserves the love really.
Initially wasn’t sure how far I’d go with it, where I’d draw the line. Agreed with the bodyshop man that he’d just do it whenever he got time on the side, and dropped it off last night.
Fast forward to this morning and he’s had a no show so he’d start today. By 3pm he’s sent me this:
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No going back now, is there.
Initially wasn’t sure how far I’d go with it, where I’d draw the line. Agreed with the bodyshop man that he’d just do it whenever he got time on the side, and dropped it off last night.
Fast forward to this morning and he’s had a no show so he’d start today. By 3pm he’s sent me this:
No going back now, is there.
shalmaneser said:
Wow nice. Just needs a 3.8 litre motor in there now...
Thanks! That’s sort of the plan, although the original engine is only on 104,000. Once it either decides it doesn’t want to engine anymore, or feels like it’s seriously down on power, I’ll likely do just that!
Need to properly look into it though!
Mutley78 said:
Really enjoying the write up, I’ve had mine six months and enjoy every mile covered. As the world goes nuts on 2000kg cars I find it refreshing to use something light and compact. I’ve been surprised how my non-car friends have enjoyed a ride in it and I’m loving little road trips with my daughter.
Thanks! Agreed, every single mile is a pleasure in these things!
More progress yesterday and today…
Car is all ready for paint. They removed all surface corrosion; I say all, it was a very small amount, on the bottom of the front wings (extremely common).
They also found a bit of rot at the bottom of the rear arches. Again, in their experience fairly common, as they’ve worked on a few of these in the past. I’ll upload pics of the actual corrosion when he sends through, but for now see the afters.
Other than those bits, which they’d expected, he said the car was one of the best he’d seen - though this is probably because it spent all it’s post-me life in Englandshire somewhere, whereas cars up here seem to rot for fun.
All being well, the car should be completely red again tomorrow…
Car is all ready for paint. They removed all surface corrosion; I say all, it was a very small amount, on the bottom of the front wings (extremely common).
They also found a bit of rot at the bottom of the rear arches. Again, in their experience fairly common, as they’ve worked on a few of these in the past. I’ll upload pics of the actual corrosion when he sends through, but for now see the afters.
Other than those bits, which they’d expected, he said the car was one of the best he’d seen - though this is probably because it spent all it’s post-me life in Englandshire somewhere, whereas cars up here seem to rot for fun.
All being well, the car should be completely red again tomorrow…
Edited by CJM36 on Wednesday 9th November 23:00
stichill99 said:
I think the 987 is the sweet spot in boxster generations. Much prefer it to the 986. The 981 is a handsome car but it is a bit of a barge when next to it. I suppose it's like the 911,keeps getting bigger.
Agreed! Definitely the sweet spot, retains a “real” handbrake, hydraulic steering, but still modern enough.Personally I can’t wait for PCCM Classic to be released for it so it’s a bit more modernized without looking tacky.
Collected the car this morning, and over the moon.
The paint is all fresh, and any rust has been removed. In addition to the paint, he had cleaned up all the trims which had been ruined during previous poor paintwork, and fitted new horns I supplied whilst the bumper was off anyway (the low tone horn was inoperative, hence new horns were needed). Additionally, PPF was put on the bottom of the front arches where these really love to chip and shed paint.
Due to mail strikes, the ‘Boxster’ badge at the rear never arrived in time, nor did the shorter plate I had en route, so these will be fitted over winter whilst it’s stored.
Over the moon with it.
The paint is all fresh, and any rust has been removed. In addition to the paint, he had cleaned up all the trims which had been ruined during previous poor paintwork, and fitted new horns I supplied whilst the bumper was off anyway (the low tone horn was inoperative, hence new horns were needed). Additionally, PPF was put on the bottom of the front arches where these really love to chip and shed paint.
Due to mail strikes, the ‘Boxster’ badge at the rear never arrived in time, nor did the shorter plate I had en route, so these will be fitted over winter whilst it’s stored.
Over the moon with it.
shalmaneser said:
CJM36 said:
shalmaneser said:
I'd be fascinated to know how much dollar you're looking at for a job like this. If you're not happy to share here please pm me.
PM’d you! For benefit of others, I can tell you that 55hrs of work went into it overall though, so 55x£Hr rate + materials.
Just need to sort the interior now, namely the centre stack.
shalmaneser said:
CJM36 said:
shalmaneser said:
I'd be fascinated to know how much dollar you're looking at for a job like this. If you're not happy to share here please pm me.
PM’d you! For benefit of others, I can tell you that 55hrs of work went into it overall though, so 55x£Hr rate + materials.
Just need to sort the interior now, namely the centre stack.
CrouchingWayne said:
Car looks awesome - really enjoyed reading the whole thread. Which body shop did you use for this? Looks like they’ve done a great job!
I’d also be interested to know a rough cost if you’re happy to PM! I’d love to do something similar but no idea on pricing.
It was Kirkton Motor Body in Banchory, Aberdeenshire - you’ll find them on Maps, Facebook, Instagram etc but no website. I’d also be interested to know a rough cost if you’re happy to PM! I’d love to do something similar but no idea on pricing.
Will PM you!
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