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[TripleTrophy]

I am looking at buying used. I have a Porsche specialist tentatively lined up for a PPI, and possibly oil change and filter cut, depending on the maintenance of the car(s) I end up looking at. Out of curiosity, if someone had done a recent oil change, how long for the chips to show up in a new filter? Should I be suspicious of a very recent oil change? Also, where do I find the serial number on the engine, if I wanted to check if it has been swapped out?

I have visions of driving it to get it inspected and the engine blowing up on me, but that is probably just paranoia.

Right now there is a black 2002 S calling me with 29 K miles on it, I found a 2001 S with 84K miles for $5K less, but I am not sure I like the color or the miles.

Thanks in advance.

[recycledsixtie]

Originally Posted by TripleTrophy

I am looking at buying used. I have a Porsche specialist tentatively lined up for a PPI, and possibly oil change and filter cut, depending on the maintenance of the car(s) I end up looking at. Out of curiosity, if someone had done a recent oil change, how long for the chips to show up in a new filter? Should I be suspicious of a very recent oil change? Also, where do I find the serial number on the engine, if I wanted to check if it has been swapped out?

I have visions of driving it to get it inspected and the engine blowing up on me, but that is probably just paranoia.

Right now there is a black 2002 S calling me with 29 K miles on it, I found a 2001 S with 84K miles for $5K less, but I am not sure I like the color or the miles.

Thanks in advance.

A couple of things I would suggest. I don't have all the answers here. When you test drive a car, before you start it , turn key on before starting to make sure all warning lites illuminate especially the CEL light. If the CEL lite does not illuminate before starting, then I would suggest you walk. Once started all lites should extinguish.

I would think that if the oil filter had been changed and the ims bearing was grinding then there would be more metal. Still a good idea to drop the filter and check it.

Try different Boxsters. In 10k miles my 2001 base Boxster makes a lot more rattles and different noises than when I got it. If the PPI is satisfactory to you and has problems you can either walk or deduct the cost of repairs off the asking price.If you or the owner drives it to the PPI place, if it implodes it still is not your car so you are not responsible except if your are negligent(overrev etc). Others will chime in. Good luck with your purchase. It is a fun car!