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Old 07-25-2012, 06:31 PM   #41
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I've now sunk $40k into the purchase, repair, and modifications on a boxster over the course of 8 years, now worth $9500 on a good day.

This includes 8 oil changes, 3 sets of tires, and a set of pads and discs and a clutch in addition to dozens of genuine repairs (vs. wear items).

The first 3 years were brutal. My wife wouldn't speak to me at times. What a f'ing money pit! One thing after another broke or leaked or rattled or creaked... Oh my.

But now it's very dependable. And it should be, dammit!


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Old 07-26-2012, 01:24 AM   #42
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I got my car in Dec '11, and up until last week I'd spent:

Wind deflector clips and mounting kit - about $50.
Replacement catalytic converter clip - $20
Air filter, serpentine belt, cabin air filter - about $100 including shipping.
Rear sway bar bushings - $50
Wheel alignment - $65
Mechanic fee for checking a noise in the clutch - $90
Oil change (previous owner was rich and stupid, didn't change the oil in two years) - $150

$525 for 7 months is fine in my book.

Sounds like your major problem is that you're paying somebody else to do your thinking/troubleshooting for you. That's fine if you have the money, but I don't so I do what I can myself. The internet is an amazing resource, so take advantage of it.

Last week I ordered a good jack and will get some jack stands once it arrives. This will let me work on the brakes and clutch when the time comes.
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Old 07-27-2012, 10:48 AM   #43
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2001 56k

This year:
Engine Cooling Fan resister $93.65
Thermostat $42.65
Alignment $140.00
Water pump $264.00
Oil change $150.00

- around $900.00 in labor

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