Buying 981 50K miles any concerns?
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PowerMalc said:
Here is my identical colour schemed Boxster 'S'
Bought April last year and now has 32000 miles on her
Registered April 2012 and was a launch car hence why it has 28 factory options
GT Silver metallic Espresso leather Brown roof
20" Carrera S wheels
Coloured wheel centres
Bi Xenon lights with PDLS
Park sensors F & R
PDK
PASM
PTV
Sport chrono
Power steering plus
PCM
Bose
Tel module
TV tuner
Voice control
Heated seats
ventilated seats
14 way seats
cruise
Auto dim mirrors
Folding mirrors
2 zone climate control
Lighting design package
Espresso natural leather
Isofix
Wind deflector
Smoking package
And no sports exhaust which I did not want,
the sound of the flat 6 to me is mellifluous enough !!
Here is the Espresso interior on a show launch car (not mine)
That’s lovely! Bit like a homage to the 550 Anniversary. Bought April last year and now has 32000 miles on her
Registered April 2012 and was a launch car hence why it has 28 factory options
GT Silver metallic Espresso leather Brown roof
20" Carrera S wheels
Coloured wheel centres
Bi Xenon lights with PDLS
Park sensors F & R
PDK
PASM
PTV
Sport chrono
Power steering plus
PCM
Bose
Tel module
TV tuner
Voice control
Heated seats
ventilated seats
14 way seats
cruise
Auto dim mirrors
Folding mirrors
2 zone climate control
Lighting design package
Espresso natural leather
Isofix
Wind deflector
Smoking package
And no sports exhaust which I did not want,
the sound of the flat 6 to me is mellifluous enough !!
Here is the Espresso interior on a show launch car (not mine)
Edited by PowerMalc on Friday 15th February 13:48
Mileage should not be a problem, providing it has been properly looked after (shabby details are a good indication of lack of owner care) and correctly serviced - ideally FPSH.
What I have noticed is that, as mileage rises, values start to drop off notably or they are slower to sell, so more chance of netting a lower priced bargain.
It shouldn't be the case, but there are quite a lot of sub-20k mls Boxsters, so 30k+ start to look higher mileage, and 40-50k+ more so.
Remember, some 981s are now approaching 7 years old, so the full Porsche warranty is good for 'peace of mind' - especially on the more complex optioned cars - as there is more to go wrong.
Good luck
What I have noticed is that, as mileage rises, values start to drop off notably or they are slower to sell, so more chance of netting a lower priced bargain.
It shouldn't be the case, but there are quite a lot of sub-20k mls Boxsters, so 30k+ start to look higher mileage, and 40-50k+ more so.
Remember, some 981s are now approaching 7 years old, so the full Porsche warranty is good for 'peace of mind' - especially on the more complex optioned cars - as there is more to go wrong.
Good luck
Koln-RS said:
Mileage should not be a problem, providing it has been properly looked after (shabby details are a good indication of lack of owner care) and correctly serviced - ideally FPSH.
What I have noticed is that, as mileage rises, values start to drop off notably or they are slower to sell, so more chance of netting a lower priced bargain.
It shouldn't be the case, but there are quite a lot of sub-20k mls Boxsters, so 30k+ start to look higher mileage, and 40-50k+ more so.
Remember, some 981s are now approaching 7 years old, so the full Porsche warranty is good for 'peace of mind' - especially on the more complex optioned cars - as there is more to go wrong.
Good luck
I have jumped in! I listened to the advice inspected carefully, noted a few stone chips to front, some wear internally, noted full OPC stamped service book, although next one due the middle of the year (Aug) and have paid a deposit........, what do you think 2012 981 S, 52K, with PDK, Chrono, 14 way seats, cruise and 4 6-8mm tyres - £30KWhat I have noticed is that, as mileage rises, values start to drop off notably or they are slower to sell, so more chance of netting a lower priced bargain.
It shouldn't be the case, but there are quite a lot of sub-20k mls Boxsters, so 30k+ start to look higher mileage, and 40-50k+ more so.
Remember, some 981s are now approaching 7 years old, so the full Porsche warranty is good for 'peace of mind' - especially on the more complex optioned cars - as there is more to go wrong.
Good luck
Having looked at the market recently, I would say £30k is little on the high for that mileage and year, although colour and spec are quite nice and popular choice.
Presumably, it's from an independent trader, so if you are keen, may be worth a pre-purchase inspection to make sure it's as good as you hope, or whether there are grounds for negotiation.
Also, although less outright performance, that budget would give you a lot of choice amongst newer, much lower miles, high spec, 2.7s - which I've always found very sweet to drive - i.e. https://www.eurobrandrushgreen.co.uk/used-cars/por...
Presumably, it's from an independent trader, so if you are keen, may be worth a pre-purchase inspection to make sure it's as good as you hope, or whether there are grounds for negotiation.
Also, although less outright performance, that budget would give you a lot of choice amongst newer, much lower miles, high spec, 2.7s - which I've always found very sweet to drive - i.e. https://www.eurobrandrushgreen.co.uk/used-cars/por...
Yes, I chose 2.7 981 over the S.
I had my "must have" spec list searching for used in 2015. About 10 options I "had" to have. Missed on one or two of course.
PASM wasn't on the list but the car I chose happened to have it and now it would be in the top three "must haves" and any car without it would be rejected. Have you tried one with it?
14 ways strangely useful, especially thigh extension and electric column. Moves away when exiting or entering.
May be too late to change - you sound smitten.
I had my "must have" spec list searching for used in 2015. About 10 options I "had" to have. Missed on one or two of course.
PASM wasn't on the list but the car I chose happened to have it and now it would be in the top three "must haves" and any car without it would be rejected. Have you tried one with it?
14 ways strangely useful, especially thigh extension and electric column. Moves away when exiting or entering.
May be too late to change - you sound smitten.
DJMC said:
Yes, I chose 2.7 981 over the S.
I had my "must have" spec list searching for used in 2015. About 10 options I "had" to have. Missed on one or two of course.
PASM wasn't on the list but the car I chose happened to have it and now it would be in the top three "must haves" and any car without it would be rejected. Have you tried one with it?
14 ways strangely useful, especially thigh extension and electric column. Moves away when exiting or entering.
May be too late to change - you sound smitten.
It is with an independent, intention is to get a Porsche warranty when serviced in Aug. Yes it has PASM as well as DRL regards 14-way, I’ve already saved my driving position 😊. I know it is a very personal thing but one of my ‘must haves’ was non-black leather, I wanted some colour to lift the interior, the beige (not many about) almost sold it there and then! I have driven a 2014 2.7 and it drove immaculately, although felt a little tame, but it was a test drive! The other influencing factor is the dealer is giving me a good part-ex...... yes I’m smitten - thanks everyone for the pointers and comments.I had my "must have" spec list searching for used in 2015. About 10 options I "had" to have. Missed on one or two of course.
PASM wasn't on the list but the car I chose happened to have it and now it would be in the top three "must haves" and any car without it would be rejected. Have you tried one with it?
14 ways strangely useful, especially thigh extension and electric column. Moves away when exiting or entering.
May be too late to change - you sound smitten.
testdrive said:
Looks good and seems highly spec'd. Black sports design wheel would finish it off nicely.
Check if the wind deflector is in the front compartment as it's not fitted.
I would have liked a black too dash like you can get on 911’s, I understand it’s not an option on Boxsters. Thanks a Good point, it was fitted when I had the test drive (s), but will make sure it’s there when collecting!Check if the wind deflector is in the front compartment as it's not fitted.
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