MAYBE 2003 S owner? - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Bruce · 05-17-2007, 05:58 AM

Being new to this forum and the Porsche Family of Fine Cars...well almost...we haven't purchased it yet... I've got a few questions for the group and looking for any other info you may want to share to make this purchase enjoyable.

THE car: 2003 S about 30K on it. Purchase and serviced at the dealership. One owner. CPO for 2 years. New tires and brake system flushed.

* I live in NH, so looking for a recommendation on service other than dealership. Or a dealership that is/has (a) reputable service dept. (Is this possible)

* Any problems that I/we should be aware of concerning the top, i.e., leaks, etc....

*Should I ask the dealership to put it up on a lift so I can see the underside OR find an independent mechanic? I think I know the answer to this...

* Any other pros, cons, that the group would like to share will be GREATLY appreciated!

Thanks!

Bruce

I hope I posted this in the correct thread

05-17-2007, 06:06 AM

Bruce, make sure you get a Pre Purchase Inspection (PPI). Costs a couple hundred bucks...but could save ya thousands!

mylamb · 05-17-2007, 06:17 AM

Bruce,

I don't know about techs in your area, but as bmussatti said, get a PPI by a Porsche dealership or Porsche specialist and visit these links offered by RandallNeighbour, another member in this forum.

http://www.986faq.com/

http://www.iwantaporsche.net/BoxsterBuyersTips.htm

djomlas · 05-17-2007, 07:09 AM

yeah you definitely want to get it checked out, or if youre getting warranty i guess you dont have to, but its always a good idea to know beforehand, and jsut a piece of satisfaction to know if theres anytrhing wrong with it.

btw, getting it from the porsche dealer, or no?

Bruce · 05-17-2007, 07:10 AM

I finally got CarFax to open at work and it shows electical system serviced at a Service Facility with just a few miles on it!

Further down in the report... battery replaced, fuses replaced, horn replaced, 4 tires mounted and balanced, brake fluid flushed/changed.

Am I being critical...?

djomlas · 05-17-2007, 07:37 AM

some people reported that their horn would go crazy on them, so thats common from what i know.
fuses as well, fuses burn out....but fuses for what is the Q.

read the PM i sent you as well

c_warpspeed · 05-17-2007, 08:59 AM

Bruce-
Is this a seal grey/tan colored S at Nashua Porsche Audi? If so, I know the previous owner. PM me and I will give you the low down- or just buy it, a good car.