im so torn

[turbo23dog]

Start your education here:

http://mike.focke.googlepages.com/mikesporscheboxsterwebpages

[renzop]

Is this car going to be your only car? If so then don't do it.

Buying a cheap Boxster is fine but you must expect repairs. Those repairs might be lengthy or might cost more than you can afford. That's ok if you have something else to drive but if its your DD then you're in trouble.

There's a reason why most Porsches are owned by guys over 40. They're the only ones who can afford them. Sure there are exceptions but many of them only have a Porsche for awhile and then economics gets the better of them and they have to sell.

[schnellman]

Remember the three P's when buying any used car, and especially a Porsche. They are: Patience, patience, patience. Waiting a week per $1K sounds like a good idea. I'm on my fourth Porsche. I got my latest, a '98 standard with 15K on the clock for $15K by waiting and watching. I don't agree that you need an S or 18 inch wheels. If we had an autobahn here I might feel differently. I enjoyed my Carrera during my ten years in Germany, but don't think that much performance is necessary here, unless you intend to drive competitively. PIP is a must. Like every post here, this is just my opinion, based on 30 years of Porsche ownership. Good luck.

For 20K you should be able to hook yourself up with a premium car, that is especially true given the economy and time of year.

[mrfredsporty]

please dont stop posting on this. im getting ready to turn 65 in april. . im in extremely good shape for my age. ive been a sportscar guy since i was 14. i can heel and toe with the best. i have a very violent harley v rod and have been reading every blog , article and forum i can get my hands on. this will maybe be my last chance to have a real sportscar.i still am torn because i see so many really low mileage s cars of about the 2000 vintage. on the other hand i think the advice to get as new as possible is good too. i just dont know how a boxster does in the 48 plus k area (mileagfe wise). i would use it as a daily driver but i would not put very many miles on it except on weekends. im determined but still not sure which way to go. i appreciate all your input. like i say dont stop.
thandks
fred from nashville

[blue2000s]

These are seriously incredible cars from a driving reward standpoint. Any and all years, any and all engines/options. The general pricing last year on the used Boxsters were a bargain, this year, they're a steal. As long as you know what you're getting into (risks), and you make sure that you're getting a good one, you won't be anything but happy, like me

Mr. Fred you sound excited and you should be these cars are very capable and fun to drive. One thing I would consider is a newer non S, many are available and @245 base hp they are comparable in output to earlier S models. Of course the six speed of the S would be nice to have, it's your call. I have the 2.5, slowest of the line and you still need to concentrate on not speeding with it.