Daily driver issue

[Brett_Engel]

I'm about your size (5'10" 180lbs) and the Boxster is a perfect fit with room to
spare. As a daily driver, I'd expect somewhat higher costs, but then the Giggles/$
is much higher on the Porsche than a Honda.

We took the plunge earlier this year and bought a 2001 Speed Yellow Boxster S
with 44K miles from a private party in our local community. I needed to replace all
the CV boots (2 cracked and 2 very hard) and a cable on the convertible top.
The total repairs were about $2000 total and the car has been dead reliable since
then. I work from home, but drive the Porsche about 30-200 mi. week depending.

We get about 25-30mpg hwy and maybe 17-20mpg in town, mileage seems to be directly related to your right foot position LOL!! T he A/C works well for a ragtop, we'll know more as it gets to 110F this week in Phoenix...

If buying from a private party, I'd suggest having the car checked out by a Porsche
dealer or mechanic, it may cost a bit, but, that way you know...

[rick3000]

Warped Sol, the issues vary and there is no one thread that talk about all of the problems that can occur but the RMS and Engine problem thread is similar.

[Pat]

Thanks everyone. This is helpful info for my search for a 986.

[cfos]

My opinion agrees with what has already been posted. One thing to consider is whether you have to cart alot of crap around with you since it has limited trunk/cabin space. I take a laptop with me everyday and, generally, put in the passenger seat. If I have a passenger, it goes in the front trunk -- the rear trunk often runs warm so it is ideal for casseroles or defrosting meat (j/k), not perisible food or a computer. actually, aside from the dry cleaning it doesn't get much use from me *L*

[Grizzly]

Originally Posted by cfos

-- the rear trunk often runs warm so it is ideal for casseroles or defrosting meat (j/k), not perisible food or a computer.

Yes, there's a very famous thread on this board about a member who transported ice cream in the rear trunk...never good.

[rockbox]

I drive mine to work everyday and love it, makes me want to leave early and take the pass instead of the freeway! And just drove to vegas and back, very comfortable, very fun, you should not miss the chance to have one of your own!!!!!
and my golf clubs fit in the back!!!!!!
later
rockbox

[husker boxster]

I drive my Boxster every day unless the conditions are totally ridiculous. I do, however, put snows on it from Nov - Mar. If you get one of those infamous Dallas ice storms, you will need to put it away for a day or two. Otherwise you should have no problems using it daily (other than what has already been mentioned).

I would recommend Boardwalk Porsche in Plano. Very professional people who don't waste your time. My salesperson was Davis Speight. Wouldn't hurt to check them out. Say HI for me.

Terry

[spine911]

Originally Posted by rick3000

Warped Sol, the issues vary and there is no one thread that talk about all of the problems that can occur but the RMS and Engine problem thread is similar.

Ohhh yes, the never ending RMS problem... No point of expounding on this topic since it's a well known fact... ALL 986s and 996s are prone to the RMS leaks due to a casting/design flaw from the factory. IMO, if it doesnt leak in the 1st 45k mi.- you are pretty much safe (FYI, most RMS leaks occurs in the 1st 45k miles.). Dont let a well maintained-higher mileage 986 sway you from buying.