mrtheedge2u2

I am debating whether to get a 2004-2005 Boxter just as a fun car for the misses.

Is there anything I should look out for? Are they crap? etc

Cheers

ditchmyster

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S2000 is a better car and way more reliable as well as costing peanuts to run.

mrtheedge2u2

She hankers after the Boxter.....I am just paying for the outright purchase. Maintenance etc is all on her expense.

boosted

Is a boxter similar to a boxster?

mrtheedge2u2

ok, Comedy Boy!......yes it is

boosted

Aye aye, I ken fit your on aboot now

ditchmyster

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They have quite a few problems that cost a lot to fix, which is why they are so cheap.

Daryl

I'd recommend registering on Boxa.net, that way you'll get genuine help, rather than some idiot telling you to buy something you don't want!

Tidgy

one of the dullest cars i ever drove. extremely guttless performance wise

dyoung

I bought my wife a 2003 3,2s about 2 years ago.its only used in summer months and had no issues at all,its only done 30,000 miles,and she is well happy with it,I have heard there is a massive difference between the boxster and boxster s.
at the end of the day its an affordable Porsche in my opinion

mrtheedge2u2

Would probably be a 2.7 I would get her. Not a snail but neither a rocket.

Will take a look around. What are average running costs like?

Tidgy

if you want something along the similar lines and e46 m3 vert might also be a possible option

mrtheedge2u2

We have had two BMWs in the past and we are not quick to repeat the experience

Matteeboy

They just look a bit tired these days and don't go all that well unlike recent models.
I'd look at the S2K, mk3 MR2 (SO good for handling) or even a decent engined SLK. MX5 is worth a look too - proper drivers car, decent VFM, bullet proof, hasn't aged over the years.

scooblet

iTrader: (5)

My Auntie is selling her boxster if you want me to get info. It's a lovely car and well maintained.

Scrappy9

My wife drives a 3.2s boxster, she loves it.

She has had it three years and a previous one two years.

I tend to give it a full service once a year, though it only does about 5k a year.

Other than tyres l can't remember replacing anything else.

I have driven them both and have found them really nice cars, felt nice and solid no rattles they are quick and carry lots of speed around corners.

Anything after 2003 comes with a proper glass back window as the earlier ones had a plastic one which were poor.

I have offered to replace it but she won't, in my opinion they are a good car, would suggest buying on mileage and service history opposed to year.

Also being picky l would go for heated seats and parking sensors are useful as they can be difficult to park.

Hope this helps

Jamo

iTrader: (23)

Don't get the 2.5, make sure it's the 2.7 or the boxster s with its 3.2, make sure the air con works! If not ensure the rads in the front PU are intact, must have service history, check to see of its had a clutch, as you won't want to be paying for one of those!

zip106

I wouldn't touch one with your barge pole - gheyers car for sure, 'for the wife'.....



Joking aside, read this -
http://www.evo.co.uk/buying/buyinggu...eckpoints.html

Page 27 - http://www.hartech.org/docs/buyers%2...20part%202.pdf

ditchmyster

iTrader: (7)

No need to be rude, it's just an opinion from someone that has looked into them.

Lick my ball sack, **** jockey, see how easy it is to be rude, it's also not difficult to be nice.

f1_fan

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It is for him By the way as a previous owner of both a Boxster S and an S2000 I completely agree with your statement, but people are seduced by the Porsche badge!

ditchmyster

iTrader: (7)

Probably has a Boxter, which doesn't help with his inferiority complex, which in turn makes him feel the need to make himself appear superior at the expense of others.

Daryl

Two idiots for the price of one - you couldn't make it up!

joz8968

iTrader: (13)

A mini popcorn instalment, maybe...?

ditchmyster

iTrader: (7)

Look in the mirror and ask yourself why you feel the need to be rude to people you don't know over the internet.

Your a very sad excuse for a person, what a joy you must be to spend time around.

mrtheedge2u2

Thanks for the advice guys. No need to argue about anything .......unless you really want to!

ditchmyster

iTrader: (7)

I actually think they are a nice car, my neighbour has a 2.7 in dark blue with a white Porsche decal along the bottom of the doors and tan leather, looks stunning in the sunshine with the roof down. He takes it out about once a month, goes for a pose around and stretches it's legs on the local by-pass, then off to Sainsburys, comes back and spends the rest of the day cleaning it. I doubt he does more than 50 miles a month in it and he's had it a couple of years now, he paid almost £10k for it from a specialist when similar ones were around £7k nothing has gone wrong with it.

I have seen them advertised for as little as £4k which surprised me so I had a little look into them as my best mate was thinking about one to scratch the Porsche itch, but a little research revealed that they are a mine field and he was soon put off as was I, so he's going to get another S2000 in the spring and we should be off to Monza and the Ring for some summer fun, where I get to scare the crap out of him in his own car.

Matteeboy

Anyone that mentions hairdressers, gayers (except zip who has one) or poor mans Porsche is a cretin with no idea about cars.

The current range is stunning but the list prices have started to go slightly crazy.

I'd have one in a heartbeat if I didn't need back seats and a proper boot.
N/A, proper box, engine in the right place.

f1_fan

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Have you driven, owned and run both cars back to back? No, I didn't think so whereas I have so whose opinion is likely to be more valid. Oh yes sorry I forgot you are a fecking genius that can use any camera put in your hands to 100% of its ability without even reading the manual.

Remember that little exchange? The one when you came across as a self important know-it-all ****? Seems you haven't learned. Now **** off and find something to write about that you actually know about .... I fear it will be a long wait

P1Fanatic

My mate has a 2.7 thats done almost 160k with no major issues. Has a few rattles and squeaks but feels solid otherwise. Surprising amount of boot space in the front. Indie he takes it to has a couple that are still going after 200k +.

mrtheedge2u2

Just another spanner in the works but we are also looking at 2006-2007 SLKs because as she puts it "I would look good in that"