Hi again,
Progress! I was able to track down the Ohio dealer that originally leased out the 03 Boxster S, and spoke to their service manager. They won't give out paperwork (State law?), but I was able to get some verbal info on the car. The only problem they saw was a non-functioning radio that was replaced in 2004. The car was serviced at 31,473 miles and again at 43,037 miles. According to their records, the oil was last changed in 06. It is due for a major 60,000 mile service which he said should cost approx $1100. This is certainly good information that (if I choose that car) will help me to negotiate.
My local Porsche dealer does Pre-purchase inspections for $150 -- that's where I would take it if I get that far...
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I'm off to test-drive the low-mileage 04 base this evening. Based on the original sales date from CarFax, the 4yr manufacturer's warranty on the 04 should last through July of this year.
--Jennifer