TO buy or not to buy

[Ghostrider 310]

+1 to recycledsixtie Read the trade in value thread, his car is newer and upgraded and he was looking for less than twenty, much less in fact. Granted his mileage is far higher but his upgrades are more tangible than the crests on the seats.

[husker boxster]

The price is high but other than that I wouldn't disregard this car. The IMS can be replaced for approx $2K and you should either do the replacement or get an IMS Guardian immediately after you buy it. You'll probably have some replacement items that will go bad after you start to drive it such as CV boots, serpentine belt, possibly water pump, etc. Stuff that's 12 yrs old and is now brittle. Also, the tires could be weather or age checked and not safe if they're still the originals.

Don't be afraid to buy a super low mileage car, just be aware that it's going to need some replacement parts to get it back into the daily grind. There's lots of joy left in it.

[kjc2050]

I bought a 2000 S with 25K miles about a month ago. It's been perfect so far, and a joy to drive. I just installed an IMS Guardian and have been replacing standard items (filters, belts, etc.) since getting it.

I'd get a PPI done for sure, and if you buy it, plan on replacing wear items and other components that might have become brittle over time. Personally, I'd opt for the IMS Guardian versus doing the bearing at this point.

When they do the PPI, make absolutely certain that you see the used filter. Good luck - it sounds as though you've got an incredible find.

[jacabean]

a ultra low mileage car for 20k is a good price . i would only be concerned about the IMS and RMS . that car is pretty much brand new and 1 owner . go for it !

[BYprodriver]

During the PPI while it is up on the rack check very closely for any leaks. If it is a auto transmission have it checked throughly. Auto trans lowers the value of the car. If the car is mint pursue it. these cars are old now so if paint & interior is mint that is a bonus. Probably best to just replace the IMSB with the LN retrofit. I think it is hard to get parts for a auto trans that year so if it has auto be positive it's like new also.

[iaincamp]

6 months ago, I bought an '01 Boxster S with 22K miles and all the options I wanted (triple blue, Litronics, PASM, upgraded wheels) for $18K. The tires had good tread depth, but were too old to keep. It needed a brake fluid flush, battery, oil change, new alternator/voltage regulator, a new CV joint (cheaper to replace the whole thing). I had the belt replaced while the motor was exposed. I replaced the gas struts supporting the trunk and frunk, as they started to collapse on cold days. I spent more than I budgeted, but the car has been a joy. It runs strongly, on and off the track, and has been completely dependable. My recommendation: buy and budget 20% for 1st year repairs.