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Old 05-31-2016, 06:11 PM   #3
jakeru
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Originally Posted by sugarwood View Post
Are 986 ('97-'04) Boxster prices still dropping, or have the flattened over the last few years, or are they appreciating?

It seems a base Boxster is around $6k where an S is $12k.
I don't think 217hp vs 250hp is much of a big deal for my street driving.
Is the "S" model worth the premium?

I am aware of the IMS issue, and that it may be overhyped.
I am figuring it's $1500 to resolve.

What comes with the Sport package?
Deal breaker for a car without it ?

Is it worth paying more for a 2003+ ?
There seems to be a huge jump in price from $5k-$12k range for 97-02 and then it seems to jump to $20k for 2003+
What year range is the best bang for the buck?

What is a fair price for a Boxster S (2000-2002) with about 50k miles?
A lot of your questions are seeking opinions, but I'll address the fact-based part - what does "sport package" mean. To me, it seems it could refer to sport seat option, or sport suspension option. The sport suspension is also called "M030" option and basically means it has stiffer springs, swaybars, and shocks. The sport seat basically has broad wings that cradle the shoulders area.

There may be more than one option packages that has the word "sport" in it, like sport touring package for example, but you'll have to research the particulars of what the option package for the year you're looking at comes with, and don't be surprised if it doesn't include sport seats or sport suspension.

Happy 986 hunting!
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