your last three non-maintenance repairs

[Perfectlap]

Originally Posted by mylamb

I don't even want to answer this question... makes me too mad to even think about it! Let's just say... A LOT. Feels like at least one part quits on a bi-weekly basis. Porsche's create a desire that's hard for to replace though... do I really want an S2000? Not really.

Do you have a Finland build?

[jmatta]

I wouldn't classify these as repairs, but:

LN billet oil filter adapter (with Mobil 1 fine mesh filter)
LN magnetic drain plug
LN 160* low temp t-stat

Hopefully with these additions, I won't be needing to repair my engine anytime soon.

[mylamb]

Originally Posted by Perfectlap

Do you have a Finland build?

yeah, Usapuniki, or whatever it's called. I have read in numerous publications that this makes no difference.

[Lucky]

2000 S, Finland build, 20 months as 2nd owner, 10K miles under my butt, 102K total miles. $0 in repairs.

I have done some DIY upgrades, however. Optima battery, bright white headlight bulbs, PSE muffler, ROW M030 springs, struts, and sways, and adjustable sway bar drop links.

I do plan to do all 4 wheel bearings next Winter -- left rear and right front are both starting to go. However, given my mileage I wouldn't classify wheel bearing replacement as a repair.

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My previous Porsche was an '86 Carrera. That was probably the "cheapest" car I've ever owned. Sold it for $2K less than my purchase price. I did put about $4K into it over 7 years of ownership and 35K miles, many of which were on track at DEs. Less than $1K per year in depreciation, upgrades, and maintenance -- pretty amazing, actually.

[Topless]

98 Boxster 2.5l 5spd Finland build. Bought in 2005 from Carmax with 63k miles. A one owner sweetie. I gladly paid top dollar for her at the time (about $20K) She now has 80k miles and a dozen track days. Never a drop of oil on the garage floor.

Unschseduled repairs to date:
1. New Bosch battery $90(sort of normal maintenance as the battery in the car was original).
2. Cracked coolant tank- approx. $600 including labor.
3. Changed MAF. DIY, $290ish for the part.
4. Top would not move after spirited AX day, getting cold, long drive ahead. I unplugged the top relay and plugged it back in... Shazzam! It just rattled loose. Zero $.

That is it. Pretty darn reliable car. I have owned Toyotas with more issues than this. Oil changes, filters, tires and brakes I consider normal maintenance.

[mylamb]

Some of these low maint. stories are pretty impressive. I'm glad you're having very few issues. Mine was apparently built by apes. Stoned apes. I have probably been in the shop 13-14 times in just under 3 years & 25K miles. The dealer actually comps me some because they're like "dude, sorry... we'd hate to see you move to another brand..."


A.P.E.S....

[sepia2.4]

2000 S (Finland)
Owned almost 2 years. 42000 miles

recharge AC $90
water pump (inc. thermo, belt) $950
ignition switch $450 ( I think)
axle boots $500

the water pump was a surprise

[edevlin]

I have mentioned it before, that except for mod issues and basic maintenance, my 2000 base has been very reliable. I bought it three years ago with 43K on it, it now has over 87K and is going strong.

I just got 29.4 mpg crusing at at 75 mph on a 750 mile road trip. Which pleased me after hearing how messing with exhaust systems can bugger up the mileage on our cars. I am also amazed at how little oil the car uses, maybe 1/2 a quart maximum between oil changes (5-7K). Mine seems very well put together and brings the Boxster smile to my face every time I get in it....

Ed

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