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thstone · 08-01-2011, 02:36 PM

Rule #1: There are no cheap Porsche's.

With that being said, many of the previous posters provided some good insight, but the reality is that as your car ages in years and miles, you need to expect and be prepared for a typical annual cost of ~$1,000. And always have $2,000 in reserve just in case something expensive happens.

Repair costs: (ask me how I know)

Tires: $800-$1000
Clutch: $1500-$2400 (don't forget that expensive dual mass flywheel!)
Brakes: $300-$700 (pads/rotors)
Oil Change: $85 (DIY, 9qts of Mobil 1 + filter + 2 beers) every 3,000 miles
60K Service: $350 (DIY parts only) or $750 (local shop) or $900 (dealer)
Front motor mount: $400

08-01-2011, 02:36 PM	#13
thstone Certified Boxster Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 7,669	Rule #1: There are no cheap Porsche's. With that being said, many of the previous posters provided some good insight, but the reality is that as your car ages in years and miles, you need to expect and be prepared for a typical annual cost of ~$1,000. And always have $2,000 in reserve just in case something expensive happens. Repair costs: (ask me how I know) Tires: $800-$1000 Clutch: $1500-$2400 (don't forget that expensive dual mass flywheel!) Brakes: $300-$700 (pads/rotors) Oil Change: $85 (DIY, 9qts of Mobil 1 + filter + 2 beers) every 3,000 miles 60K Service: $350 (DIY parts only) or $750 (local shop) or $900 (dealer) Front motor mount: $400 __________________ 1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more 1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254 1979 911 SC POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor Last edited by thstone; 08-01-2011 at 02:39 PM.