15k a year in a cheap Boxster
Discussion
I’m seriously tempted to scratch an itch and given the current values of early Boxsters it seems now could be a good time.
My issue is, I don’t have the space / funds to run two cars - My annual mileage is around 12-15k a year – Am I kidding myself thinking a 15-20 year old Porsche will be able to take a daily commute (mainly motorway) and not let me down? – I’ll be switching form a reliable diesel… so aside from quite a jump in fuel costs and general maintenance – Anything else I should worry about?
I’m aware of the IMS issue, a lot of examples seems to have had a preventive replacement done here – Bore issue worries me, not sure if there is a particular engine to avoid? (Seems to be a lot of conflicting guides on the internet)
I’d love to hear from anyone in a similar position? I see old Boxsters on my commute all the time.. so my thinking is they can’t be that bad.
My issue is, I don’t have the space / funds to run two cars - My annual mileage is around 12-15k a year – Am I kidding myself thinking a 15-20 year old Porsche will be able to take a daily commute (mainly motorway) and not let me down? – I’ll be switching form a reliable diesel… so aside from quite a jump in fuel costs and general maintenance – Anything else I should worry about?
I’m aware of the IMS issue, a lot of examples seems to have had a preventive replacement done here – Bore issue worries me, not sure if there is a particular engine to avoid? (Seems to be a lot of conflicting guides on the internet)
I’d love to hear from anyone in a similar position? I see old Boxsters on my commute all the time.. so my thinking is they can’t be that bad.
Thanks all - some positive replies!
Budget wise, I was thinking around £4-6k. Age / engine are not limited, I'll buy on condition, and potentially haggle if no IMS modifications have been done.
Running wise, I was thinking of budgeting £50-100pm for maintenance jobs / servicing - Would that sound reasonable?
Budget wise, I was thinking around £4-6k. Age / engine are not limited, I'll buy on condition, and potentially haggle if no IMS modifications have been done.
Running wise, I was thinking of budgeting £50-100pm for maintenance jobs / servicing - Would that sound reasonable?
Many thanks to all that have contributed to this, as long as don’t buy a lemon and check properly I feel reassured!
So to recap, earlier models are the ones to go for…2.5 or 2.7 post mid-2000.
Re steering wheels, I’ve seen 3 spoke (nice) vs an older looking 4 spoke – Was this an option? Or something to do with model years? I only ask as I’ve seen very early ones with the nicer 3 spoke… could be a retrofit?
Any advice on what to look for spec wise? They all seem pretty good, would likely replace the head unit for a b/tooth one at some point. Any must haves from current boxster owners?
Final question for the day…
Anyway to tell if the engine is dual row IMS or single?
I’m on holiday the next couple of weeks, so research will continue – I shall keep this thread updated.
Thanks again.
So to recap, earlier models are the ones to go for…2.5 or 2.7 post mid-2000.
Re steering wheels, I’ve seen 3 spoke (nice) vs an older looking 4 spoke – Was this an option? Or something to do with model years? I only ask as I’ve seen very early ones with the nicer 3 spoke… could be a retrofit?
Any advice on what to look for spec wise? They all seem pretty good, would likely replace the head unit for a b/tooth one at some point. Any must haves from current boxster owners?
Final question for the day…
Anyway to tell if the engine is dual row IMS or single?
I’m on holiday the next couple of weeks, so research will continue – I shall keep this thread updated.
Thanks again.
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