Are BOXSTERS REALLY THIS TROUBLESOME

[Tom Blue]

I had several issues with my 02 S, when I purchased it in April of this year. Most were from the previous owner not maintaining the car the way it should have been. I had to replace the rear axles because the rubber boots covering the CV joints were not coated with silicone on a regular basis. A new top, due anyway since it was five years old and new tires.
But it's all worth it. The car runs great and is a joy to drive. It fits my definition of a sports car. You're smiling when you walk up to it; you're smiling when you're driving it; and you're smiling when you're walking away from it and turn to take that one last look. Happy Driving.

[humara]

I had a great trouble-free day yesterday. knock wood. attacked some twisties. opened her up in third on the freeway. ah, it was good times.

[Allen K. Littlefield]

Took our first long trip from NY to PA on Wed. 2 1/2 hrs each way at 75 to 80 mph with a few short bursts above that while passing. Car ran great and got good mileage which was 26.5 mpg on the first half tank of gas which included trip on I-84 thru Pocono mtns. and a lot of driving twistys in PA with friend in his MX-5. We both had wives on board so car was at maximum weight. I love this car!!!!! Drive yours and enjoy.

AKL

[cvhs18472]

When I first got my used Boxster, I also started to read about all the problems that they have. For the first month or 2 I was just waiting for the whole car to blow up and melt into a lump. 10K miles later and a MAF I realize that maintenance and no Moronic over revs and the car is as good , if not better , than any other performance car. If you want bulletproof get a Miata and pretend. Ed
PS I like Miatas, but.

[blue2000s]

My Boxster was just sitting in the garage when the rear window cracked from a stiff breeze, which set off the horn. The strong noise from the horn jarred the RMS open, which started leaking like crazy. At that point, the faulty MAF shorted against itself and the car burst into flames.

[Brucelee]

The Boxster has two main design issues that are concerning, the RMS and the IMS engine meltdown problem. Obviously, the RMS issue is the most frequent lyissue mentioned.

It has other weak points that seem to come up frequently, including the ignition switch and an propensity to eat brake pads, rotors and tires.

Older Boxes had issues with the tops, plastic windows and cables.

If I recall correctly, the Box comes in the middle of the pack on the three year JD Powers survey.

Beyond that, we have no data.

Not a cheap car to fix, but there are not many of those anymore. A great car to drive, period.

Good luck.

[Franco]

Originally Posted by blue2000s

My Boxster was just sitting in the garage when the rear window cracked from a stiff breeze, which set off the horn. The strong noise from the horn jarred the RMS open, which started leaking like crazy. At that point, the faulty MAF shorted against itself and the car burst into flames.

HI, OTFLMAO

The truth is that boxster owners are real men not shy confessing their shortcomings and this is the place for ADD patients also, so please keep reading and posting, you'll feel much better after a few years of 986 medicine.

OH OK Me Love My BOX, me go wash it now

[panameras]

Had a camshaft tensioners failure at 66000km. An $5k repair job at the dealer! Still love the car though

[Frodo]

Quote:

"We both had wives on board so car was at maximum weight."

Posted by Allen K. Littlefield.

Wow, dude. Better hope your wives don't read that post.

[Marc Gelefsky]

I had no major issues with my Boxster S, Just sold it at 45K miles, I can only hope my 996 3.6 will be as reliable