[KevinH1990]

That increases the likelihood that the problem is in the seat motors or switches.

Here's a thread with some more specific information on diagnosing the problem: http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/17979-power-seat-not-functioning.html

You will need a digital multi-meter (DMM) to diagnose the problem. I picked one up for a few dollars at Harbor Freight. There are videos on YouTube that show how to use it if you aren't familiar with it. Also, look over the wiring carefully in the seat and make sure nothing is damaged.

When I first responded to your post, I didn't comprehend that you had bought the car with the seats not working. I didn't figure that out until post #6. The motors or switches could have failed at different times or been damaged by some event that the previous owner didn't report to you.

My knowledge of the seats is limited to what I gained from my experience swapping my seats for heated seats. So, I cannot help too much with the seat motors.

You might contact Sunset Porsche or Pelican Parts and see what they would charge for replacement motors or switches. But, try to figure out whether it is motors or switches (or both) before you spend the money.

Another option is to just swap in some other seats. This is a particularly good option if your seats look a little tired. There is a board member selling some heated seats from his car in this ad: http://986forum.com/forums/boxster-parts-sale-wanted/50113-parting-out-2001-2-7l-boxster-speed-yellow.html I think he's asking something like $400 for the seats, but shipping will add another $150-200.

Good luck