2005 Porsche Boxster 987 2.7
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Bit of an update.
Car has been running well, did a mini road trip and lots of miles, pretty much faultless. Was actually away to buy a new set of tyres for it today but I had to run out and do something.
On my way home, I had stopped at a pedestrian crossing to let someone cross, and when stationary, was rear ended by a car doing at least 30. Damage looks superficial but I can almost guarantee it’s not. Annoyed, and gutted.
Just have to see what the approved repairer says. In the case it’s a write off, and the buy back is appealing, I’ll probably go down that route and rebuild the car to my desired OEM+ spec.
The main thing is everyone was okay, and I stayed relatively calm, except when I initially got out the car and called the third party every expletive under the sun. By the time I’d shifted the car to a safe place though, I’d calmed sufficiently.
Car has been running well, did a mini road trip and lots of miles, pretty much faultless. Was actually away to buy a new set of tyres for it today but I had to run out and do something.
On my way home, I had stopped at a pedestrian crossing to let someone cross, and when stationary, was rear ended by a car doing at least 30. Damage looks superficial but I can almost guarantee it’s not. Annoyed, and gutted.
Just have to see what the approved repairer says. In the case it’s a write off, and the buy back is appealing, I’ll probably go down that route and rebuild the car to my desired OEM+ spec.
The main thing is everyone was okay, and I stayed relatively calm, except when I initially got out the car and called the third party every expletive under the sun. By the time I’d shifted the car to a safe place though, I’d calmed sufficiently.
That’s annoying.
What’s the damage you can see - bumper, lights and exhaust? Can you see anything under the boot carpet or from underneath?
Unfortunately a Porsche of this age is very likely to be written off, even with minor damage
But as you said, you might be able to get it back on the road cheaply with used parts.
Good luck.
What’s the damage you can see - bumper, lights and exhaust? Can you see anything under the boot carpet or from underneath?
Unfortunately a Porsche of this age is very likely to be written off, even with minor damage
But as you said, you might be able to get it back on the road cheaply with used parts.
Good luck.
Depends if the boot floor is OK really, the rest is bolt on parts. Problem is that the insurance company will price things up for as new.
When my e36 M3 got rear ended (back in the day when they were worth £7k I went to a few bodyshops and asked for quotes to fix of £2k which I was confident I could get through the insurance. I then sourced second hand parts and got the bodyshop who gave me the quote to do the metalwork (which was fairly minimal) for £700 or something so everyone went away happy.
There are other options out there than just letting the insurance co write it off!
When my e36 M3 got rear ended (back in the day when they were worth £7k I went to a few bodyshops and asked for quotes to fix of £2k which I was confident I could get through the insurance. I then sourced second hand parts and got the bodyshop who gave me the quote to do the metalwork (which was fairly minimal) for £700 or something so everyone went away happy.
There are other options out there than just letting the insurance co write it off!
It's just come upon me, that I have entirely neglected this thread in the past few months.
A new job and not actually having the car for a long time being the main reason.
Last time I updated I was unsure of the severity of the damage - this lasted about 2 weeks with the insurance providers approved repairer taking a while to even get the chance to look at the car. Once they finally got round to looking at the car it was determined they would have to begin to strip it to see the extent of the damage - although they were extremely busy, so this was delayed a while.
Fortunately, I had Goodwood Festival of Speed to distract me from the car. It was amazing and by far the highlight of the year. The display stands weren't quite as extravagant as 2019 but I think that was only to be expected. The weather stayed brilliant for us, and the cars going up the hill climb, both old and new, were incredible. The highlight of the new cars being exhibited, for me, was undoubtedly the new Lotus. I could go on and on about FOS, so I'll save you the pain and continue on the topic at hand.
I had to rush back from Goodwood on Sunday evening to make it home for starting the new job on the Monday, so I stayed distracted with that for a week too whilst I settled in. Finally, I was told that the repairs were going ahead. It would seem as though the crash bar did wonders (as it should) and the tub itself was entirely untouched. I hate to think what the total bill was for the repair, however it included a new exhaust tip, a new bumper, new crash bar, new fittings, + labour + paint - so it can't have been cheap.
Delays in getting parts, and rejecting the initial repair due to poor paint match, meant I didn't see the car again until late July.
Since then, the car has had plenty of miles added, small road trips with friends (see below the Gilbern Invader), attended local car shows, and been used to daily drive.
I then found the exhaust to be leaking at the seem on the drivers side backbox - ordered a TopGear backbox replacement - it is loud, but it sounds fantastic in my opinion! Helps that it was a reasonably priced one too, although not the main reason for purchase.
Then, it was service time. I actually ended up putting the car to my local Porsche Centre, who did it at a great price, and provided an excellent service - 10/10 would recommend Porsche Aberdeen. They gave me a sufficient list confirming things I knew would need future attention (drop links, front discs, RMS, low tone horn, cleaning a few brake lines up etc). All of this will be done over winter, along with some new tyres too.
I'm not usually one to tuck cars away for winter however corrosion really doesn't tickle my pickle, so I think once the salt hits the roads I'll purchase a fun car to use over winter, whilst I tidy up the Boxster ready to munch more miles - but then again, I think I'd miss driving it too much, and what is a car if not for driving. I do fancy a Clio RS, whether a 172, 182, 197, or 200. Or a golf MK5 GTI. Or... well the list goes on. then sell it and continue enjoying the Boxster.
Overall, I'm just glad it's finally back with me - I didn't realise how much I missed driving the car, it is such a fantastic experience, and makes every journey an occasion. I can't wait to get it fully dialled over the next few months.
A new job and not actually having the car for a long time being the main reason.
Last time I updated I was unsure of the severity of the damage - this lasted about 2 weeks with the insurance providers approved repairer taking a while to even get the chance to look at the car. Once they finally got round to looking at the car it was determined they would have to begin to strip it to see the extent of the damage - although they were extremely busy, so this was delayed a while.
Fortunately, I had Goodwood Festival of Speed to distract me from the car. It was amazing and by far the highlight of the year. The display stands weren't quite as extravagant as 2019 but I think that was only to be expected. The weather stayed brilliant for us, and the cars going up the hill climb, both old and new, were incredible. The highlight of the new cars being exhibited, for me, was undoubtedly the new Lotus. I could go on and on about FOS, so I'll save you the pain and continue on the topic at hand.
I had to rush back from Goodwood on Sunday evening to make it home for starting the new job on the Monday, so I stayed distracted with that for a week too whilst I settled in. Finally, I was told that the repairs were going ahead. It would seem as though the crash bar did wonders (as it should) and the tub itself was entirely untouched. I hate to think what the total bill was for the repair, however it included a new exhaust tip, a new bumper, new crash bar, new fittings, + labour + paint - so it can't have been cheap.
Delays in getting parts, and rejecting the initial repair due to poor paint match, meant I didn't see the car again until late July.
Since then, the car has had plenty of miles added, small road trips with friends (see below the Gilbern Invader), attended local car shows, and been used to daily drive.
I then found the exhaust to be leaking at the seem on the drivers side backbox - ordered a TopGear backbox replacement - it is loud, but it sounds fantastic in my opinion! Helps that it was a reasonably priced one too, although not the main reason for purchase.
Then, it was service time. I actually ended up putting the car to my local Porsche Centre, who did it at a great price, and provided an excellent service - 10/10 would recommend Porsche Aberdeen. They gave me a sufficient list confirming things I knew would need future attention (drop links, front discs, RMS, low tone horn, cleaning a few brake lines up etc). All of this will be done over winter, along with some new tyres too.
I'm not usually one to tuck cars away for winter however corrosion really doesn't tickle my pickle, so I think once the salt hits the roads I'll purchase a fun car to use over winter, whilst I tidy up the Boxster ready to munch more miles - but then again, I think I'd miss driving it too much, and what is a car if not for driving. I do fancy a Clio RS, whether a 172, 182, 197, or 200. Or a golf MK5 GTI. Or... well the list goes on. then sell it and continue enjoying the Boxster.
Overall, I'm just glad it's finally back with me - I didn't realise how much I missed driving the car, it is such a fantastic experience, and makes every journey an occasion. I can't wait to get it fully dialled over the next few months.
Not a lot to add since the last post.
Managed to squeeze a day off in on a Friday, and got a road trip in. Started leaving Aberdeen towards Braemar for food, then back on ourselves, over old military road and then to Aviemore. Then back over old military road, past Strathdon back into Aberdeen.
Cleaned out the roof drains recently which was easier than expected. For the ones sitting on the drainage channel where the clamshell, I grabbed the compressor and blew air through them.
For the ones which sit underneath where the soft top would be, I put the roof in a half up position; this meant I could access the drains with relative ease. For these ones I used a hose, put it in the drain and then turned it on to flush out any debris.
Having a mild autumn meant the car saw loads of use, now managing the get close to the 100k mark. Starting to get really cold here unfortunately, salt most likely covering the roads any day now, so the car got a good clean before it possibly sees the roads for the last time this year.
Here it is tucked up in what will be it’s winter home.
Managed to squeeze a day off in on a Friday, and got a road trip in. Started leaving Aberdeen towards Braemar for food, then back on ourselves, over old military road and then to Aviemore. Then back over old military road, past Strathdon back into Aberdeen.
Cleaned out the roof drains recently which was easier than expected. For the ones sitting on the drainage channel where the clamshell, I grabbed the compressor and blew air through them.
For the ones which sit underneath where the soft top would be, I put the roof in a half up position; this meant I could access the drains with relative ease. For these ones I used a hose, put it in the drain and then turned it on to flush out any debris.
Having a mild autumn meant the car saw loads of use, now managing the get close to the 100k mark. Starting to get really cold here unfortunately, salt most likely covering the roads any day now, so the car got a good clean before it possibly sees the roads for the last time this year.
Here it is tucked up in what will be it’s winter home.
In the last post I said the Boxster likely wouldn’t see the road until next year again. My Mini had other plans though.
Having rejected a fair amount of its coolant when parked one evening, it was out whilst I tried to figure out where the leak was, leaving the Boxster to take over as daily for a short while.
Whilst doing so, I hit 100k. Here’s to another hundred thousand.
It should, fingers crossed, be away for winter now so it doesn’t see anymore salt. Usually not something that bothers me but I’d rather use this time anyway to sort little things on the car.
I bought a 3rd set of wheels for the car (yes I know, why?). They were cheap, very cheap. Plus a refurb and I’m still in them for far less than I should be.
Also got the hardtop waiting to go on.
Having rejected a fair amount of its coolant when parked one evening, it was out whilst I tried to figure out where the leak was, leaving the Boxster to take over as daily for a short while.
Whilst doing so, I hit 100k. Here’s to another hundred thousand.
It should, fingers crossed, be away for winter now so it doesn’t see anymore salt. Usually not something that bothers me but I’d rather use this time anyway to sort little things on the car.
I bought a 3rd set of wheels for the car (yes I know, why?). They were cheap, very cheap. Plus a refurb and I’m still in them for far less than I should be.
Also got the hardtop waiting to go on.
stichill99 said:
Although I had a 2005 2.7 it was a fantastic car. I am glad I bought my 993 in 2013 but if I was now in the market for a reasonably affordable Porsche this is exactly what I would be looking for. Looks great in red!
Thanks!993’s are mega, sounds like you definitely got in at the right time looking at today’s prices.
Thanks, love it in black too! To be honest there aren’t many colours I dislike on the 987.1’s, they seem to pull them all off pretty well.
Love your 19” Lobster Claws, hunting for a set of 19’s myself to replace one of the sets of 18” wheels.
I wish I was driving mine all round but then I’d have no need for my daily. Although having drove the Boxster the other weekend in place of the Mini, I realised just how much I missed driving such a fluid car.
Love your 19” Lobster Claws, hunting for a set of 19’s myself to replace one of the sets of 18” wheels.
I wish I was driving mine all round but then I’d have no need for my daily. Although having drove the Boxster the other weekend in place of the Mini, I realised just how much I missed driving such a fluid car.
The car is looking great ! Really like the wheels that are on it currently. I need to drive mine more I only did 1100 miles in it last year, annoyingly it’s sprung a leak into the cabin that I can’t trace and I went through a big puddle the other week and an exhaust stud snapped on the back box 
Great thread, thoroughly enjoyed reading through your journey with it.
I picked up my 2005 S in July and have become very attached, they are such a great fun car to drive. I’ve also got the Top Gear exhaust added which is amazing sounding.
Look forward to more updates and here’s a cheeky pic of mine.
I picked up my 2005 S in July and have become very attached, they are such a great fun car to drive. I’ve also got the Top Gear exhaust added which is amazing sounding.
Look forward to more updates and here’s a cheeky pic of mine.
Harfi88 said:
The car is looking great ! Really like the wheels that are on it currently. I need to drive mine more I only did 1100 miles in it last year, annoyingly it’s sprung a leak into the cabin that I can’t trace and I went through a big puddle the other week and an exhaust stud snapped on the back box
Woah, I’ve done 10x that since buying mines in last may! Makes me think how much I’ve managed to squeeze in.The exhaust studs are such a b*****rd, glad I finally got mines sorted with the new exhaust.
Where /how are you noticing the leak out of curiosity?
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