To buy a newer year or a lower mileage boxster: That is the question ;)

[rick3000]

Since it is going to be a weekend car, get the S. Just know that the less Boxsters are driven the more problems they tend to have (They don't like sitting in storage).

I would personally vote in favor of lower mileage, because you will get more life out of the car. You need to find middle ground between the year, mileage, and how you intend to use you. I would be look for an '03 S with about 30-35K miles, there are plenty of deals to be found in this economy. It's a buyers market.

[vincesf]

I would vote for low mileage AND a Boxster that has been properly maintained. I have seen Boxster examples for sale that have fewer than 10,000 miles, but have only had one oil change in 5 years. That shows some lack of care. Even if the car is not driven regularly, it should have periodic maintenance performed at regular intervals. Lastly, buy the latest model year that fits your budget. From reading your responses above, 2003 will be a sweet spot of mileage and late year. Good luck in your search, you should do well in this "buyer's" market.
vincesf

[Jeph]

Buy my car for $15k. If your budget is higher, spend the rest on your own personal mods.

Make sure you have tons of documented maintenance records. (I do)
Make sure it has been well taken care of. (Mine has)
Load up on options. (Mine is)
Tires are pricey, make sure it's got good tires. (Virtually new)
Most Boxsters look the same, get a head turner (Nailed it)
If you live in an area that gets cold, you may want a hard top. (So toasty)
Low mileage is ideal. (Less than 6k/year over here)
Owned/Cared for by fanatic. (Hello?!?)

Sure, it's not an S, but the 5 speeds is more fun!

http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/962242486.html

[blueillusion97]

Originally Posted by Jeph

Buy my car for $15k. If your budget is higher, spend the rest on your own personal mods.

Make sure you have tons of documented maintenance records. (I do)
Make sure it has been well taken care of. (Mine has)
Load up on options. (Mine is)
Tires are pricey, make sure it's got good tires. (Virtually new)
Most Boxsters look the same, get a head turner (Nailed it)
If you live in an area that gets cold, you may want a hard top. (So toasty)
Low mileage is ideal. (Less than 6k/year over here)
Owned/Cared for by fanatic. (Hello?!?)

Sure, it's not an S, but the 5 speeds is more fun!

http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/936033579.html

Thats a pretty good price if the car didnt have any major accidents

[spine911]

Originally Posted by blueillusion97

Thats a pretty good price if the car didnt have any major accidents

OUCH!! That hurts .

[Jeph]

Does this count as a "major accident?"


(Thank God for Careflite.)

[threpwood]

Originally Posted by Jeph

Does this count as a "major accident?"


(Thank God for Careflite.)

Jeph, I had almost the same accident, except that the bumper was broken beneath so that they were not really visible. I replaced it with the exact factory OEM one though and it was not exactly cheap through porsche dealer.

[blueillusion97]

Originally Posted by Jeph

Does this count as a "major accident?"

(Thank God for Careflite.)

Outch! That must have hurt. But to answer the question....its looks cosmetical so no not major at all. Exelent price if not slow economy your car could have been sold within couple of days.

PS: Is that when you decided to go with Carrera front upgrade?

[23109VC]

newer = better
lower miles = better
warranty = better
Better = $$$

like all things in life - you OFTEN get what you pay for.

only you know how much you are comfortable spending.

[Jeph]

Originally Posted by 23109VC

newer = better
lower miles = better
warranty = better
Better = $$$

So true... just ask "the Jones."

It's your money, go for VALUE. Be a financial wizard and spend LESS than you are able.

(Seriously, I want a 911 -that will happen when you BUY MY CAR!)