Help me choose a Boxster - which would you choose?

[jb92563]

If you buy an S you will never have S envy and certainly will not regret it when its time to sell.

The 3.2L engine is also more robust in that it has thicker cylinders from what I have read. The newer generation engine just seems to fair better overall.

Of course its essential that you get a PPI to avoid any surprises and the cost of the PPI can be recovered by negotiating the results to adjust the buying price.

The IMS problem effect 5% of the cars so if there is any oil leaks at all for any reason I'd go find another.

Be Patient as there are plenty of Boxsters out there and coming up for sale constantly so hold out for mileage, condition and your color preferences.

[Kurt V]

Originally Posted by jb92563

Be Patient as there are plenty of Boxsters out there and coming up for sale constantly so hold out for mileage, condition and your color preferences.

This. It really is a buyers market. $13K is too much for the base Boxster with a cracked rear window. I just bought, last month, a 2001 base for $12,5K in excellent condition, with records. I'm pleased with the all around performace of the base Boxster. Not saying you would not like/want and S, but the base has plenty of performance at 217 HP.

[jcb986]

No base units, you want like them. S has the 3.2 liter with 255HP engine. I prefer the TIP, you get both of both worlds...auto to manual. I am thinking about selling mine. Go here to review if interested.

http://986forum.com/forums/boxsters-sale-wanted/37720-boxster-2000s.html