Thread: Whiney engine
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Old 08-02-2011, 09:20 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by KGV
My friend is onsidering buying a 1998 Boxster. I went with him for a test drive and the engine whines very loudly. I know this is a high-performance car, but the soung is almost defeaning. Is this usual or could there be something wrong with this partiuclar car? :dance: And if so, what? Thanks
KGV

I think you are describing the serpentine belt, pulleys & rollers that are less than a foot behind the seats & make alot of noise. Acura NSX sounds louder & less manly as it's based off accord V-6.
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