new boxster purchase opinions

[cfos]

Originally Posted by kiryu

Hi all,

Is there anything, other than the looks, that is worth getting the 13 over the 11(which i researched is a facelifted 06). We searched hard for a 09-12 but there just arent that many around that has PDK. I noticed the 13s have adjustable suspension? and exhaust note is a bit louder. But to my wife's eyes they all look similar lol

Appreciate any feedback!

Well, the only options I couldn't live without are navi/sound plus, and a warranty that covers 2-4 years. I'd pick that one.

Seriously though, if you are looking to spend that kind of money, get the one that has the options that YOU/WIFE want, but, more importantly, get the one the Wife agrees to buy. Any other argument for/against is moot.

Personally, I don't think $4-7,000 is a great deal of money especially if you are making a decision because it is economically advantageous versus what you really want. If you are going to spend your time pining for the fjords, because you made a money-over-options choice you/wife REALLY want, spend the money now - isn't that what money is for?

... unless your Mrs. disagrees as you never want any argument to devolve to the $4-$7,000 EXTRA that you spent on a car - should this happen, you will find that that $4-$7,000 is the most expensive cost you've ever incurred.

That aside, I'm partial the 2013 (either), but I'm biased and have a 2013 and never driven the 2011.

[mikefocke]

Really, you find the OEM Navi good? My experience is that portable Navi or cellphone Navi is so much better and cheaper and the map updates are nothing compared to what dealers charge.

[JonD]

Originally Posted by kiryu

We would love your insights on boxster ownership and opinions

So after looking around our area, we nailed it down to 3 choices.
1. A 2013 15k miles navi / sound plus for $48k out the door. factory Warranty till 2017
2. A 2011 23k miles navi/sound plus certified use for 41k out the door. extended warranty till 2017
3. 2013 15k miles navi/sound plus certified for 52k out the door, extended warranty till 2019


Do you guys think these prices are reasonable and fair? We searched truecar.com and kbb, they seem to be a bit above both of those indexes.


Appreciate any feedback!

I cannot believe how much cheaper the cars are in the USA. You people are so lucky. The first and 3rd car here in OZ would cost approx. Doppelkupplung (Rel. Jul. 2012) $154,990 AUD EACH, Driveaway.

At your prices I'd buy 1 and 3 lol.

Definitely buy 1 or 3 and drive it like it's stolen cos at those prices it is a steal just my humble opinion

A standard service here in OZ not much change from $1,000. As long as the car is under warranty ALWAYS use what Porsche recommend for oils, parts etc, that way you won't void any warranties. So if Mobil1 0w 40w is what is recommended insist on that.

[cfos]

Cost for the oil change sounds right. I usually schedule for a time when I can get a loaner Cayenne/Panamera.

[JayG]

do the oil change yourself
its an easy DIY