11-14-2017, 01:11 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Agoura Hills (LA) So.Cal.
Posts: 1,574
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Well ...... Bye.
After 16 1/2 years & 30,991 miles I said goodbye to the Boxster. It was a great run and a great car. I have wanted something new for awhile now but could never connect with the right buyer. Two buyers before this one backed out due to IMS fears. It was nice to see it go to someone who was genuinely excited to get it and appreciated what went into it over the years.
After one sell fell though I had elected to keep it and get a four post lift. After some reflection I just couldn't do it. It's just my wife and I and that would have put five cars in the stable. It just didn't make sense.
This forum has been a big part of the ownership of the car. For that I thanks all of you.
So, on to the next Porsche. I am not sure which way I will go.... 'but I'll let you know.
Oh yeah.... for those that want to know, I sold it for $19,000.
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1995 Porsche C4 Cab
2016 BMW M2, 6 Speed LBB - ED 7/2016
1997 993 Cab - Sold; 1997 993 Turbo - Sold
2001 Boxster S - Original Owner - 30K Miles -SOLD
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11-14-2017, 01:29 PM
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Need For Speed
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Funville
Posts: 2,112
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NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!
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2003 Boxster S
| 987 Air Box | K&N Air Filter | 76mm Intake Pipe| 996 76mm TB | 997 Distribution T | Secondary Cat Delete Pipes | Borla Muffler | NHP 200 Cell Exhaust Headers |
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11-14-2017, 01:42 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Northern Indiana
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That must of been hard...really, really, really hard to do. As a car guy, I miss every car I've ever owned, even if was a POS (didn't we all have something like that?). For me, they become family members not just transportation. I've tried to convince myself "it's the right thing to do", and even if it is, it still just doesn't feel right. The last car I sold (traded in), I actually left a note (in a hidden location) for the future owner describing the experiences we had with the car; yes I know that's weird, but I wanted to let someone know we cared for the car and hoped they would as well.
In your situation, as you sold yourself, I hope that (if you wanted) you can keep in touch with the new owner. Perhaps they would also share experiences and maybe you would end up with a new friend to replace the one you just lost, or at least you could take solace in the fact that the car will being going to someone who will drive it and end up with a second chance at life.
Best wishes on your new purchase, or should I say congratulations on your expectant new child?
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11-14-2017, 01:48 PM
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Need For Speed
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Funville
Posts: 2,112
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Wait a minute. Doesn't make sense to have five cars, so you sold the Boxster, then say you're going to buy another Porsche?
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2003 Boxster S
| 987 Air Box | K&N Air Filter | 76mm Intake Pipe| 996 76mm TB | 997 Distribution T | Secondary Cat Delete Pipes | Borla Muffler | NHP 200 Cell Exhaust Headers |
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11-14-2017, 02:43 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Bedford, TX
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Sad to see you go Chuck, you can still visit here! Your car is without a doubt one of the nicest Boxsters on the road, your buyer is very lucky to own it. Good luck with your next acquisition
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2001 Boxster S Lapis Blue
TS Cat Bypass Pipes and exhaust
iPad Mini Dash Install
DEPO Tail Lights
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11-14-2017, 03:00 PM
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Certified Boxster Addict
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 7,669
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Whaaaat? Oh man. Well, I am happy for you and sad at the same time. Wish you the best always and please stop in and say hi whenever you're around this part of the interwebs!
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1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more
1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254
1979 911 SC
POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor
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11-14-2017, 03:15 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Florida
Posts: 2,492
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That was a great looking car. I'll bet the new owner is grinning ear to ear!
Good luck with your search...its always fun!
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11-14-2017, 04:06 PM
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2007 Cayman S
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Rochester Hills, Michigan
Posts: 186
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Bye
Hi Chuck - this is a bit sad for sure. I want to again thank-you for your help this past summer when I did my secondary cat by-pass project. You were a big help. And, thanks for your many helpful and cheerful posts. You are always so helpful. I always felt that your Boxster was perhaps the very best out there. Someone has made a great acquisition for sure. The very best to you Chuck. Don't be a stranger!
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2007 Cayman S
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11-14-2017, 04:23 PM
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1999 base
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Coral Springs FL
Posts: 1,617
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Probably the only Boxster in the world that is in a better condition 16.5 years later, then the day it left the factory
Stick around Chck (I know I did). This forum needs people like you.
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11-14-2017, 04:36 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Indiana, USA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KRAM36
Wait a minute. Doesn't make sense to have five cars, so you sold the Boxster, then say you're going to buy another Porsche?
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Yea, only 5? Everyone needs a truck to hall the project stuff, and trailer for the race car, then of course the race car, then the daily driver and the Porsche and don't forget the wife, she needs a daily driver and maybe a dog car, like for actually dog hauling.
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11-14-2017, 06:07 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Miami florida
Posts: 1,591
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You sold for a fantastic price. If you have patience you can get an S in the South Florida market for around 10K.
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Current car
2000 Boxster 2.7l red/black
Previous cars
1973 Opel Manta
1969(?) Fiat 850 Convertible
1979 Lancia Beta Coupe
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV 6
1985 Alfa Romeo Graduate
1985 Porsche 944
1989 Porsche 944
1981 Triumph TR7
1989 (?) Alfa Romeo Milano
1993 Saab 9000
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11-14-2017, 06:55 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Alabama
Posts: 487
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SR - his undercarriage and muffler probably have a better shine than my hood, and the rest of the maintenance had been commensurate. Note the custom muffler setup, steering wheel, 911 gauges, Bird center console, etc. The buyer got a very fair price on a fantastic car.
Chuck - I hope you hang around, I've enjoyed your contributions, BOL on your next project!
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11-14-2017, 07:05 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: O.C. CA
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Good luck with your next toy Chuck ! Have you driven a 981 Boxster?
Great to hear somebody paid good money for a exceptional Boxster.
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OE engine rebuilt,3.6 litre LN Engineering billet sleeves,triple row IMSB,LN rods. Deep sump oil pan with DT40 oil.
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11-15-2017, 02:39 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: S. New Jersey
Posts: 1,239
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That's a hell of a run 16+ years
31k in 16 years still on the original rubber?
Call Wayne Corrine
After 5+ years and 45k miles I'm starting to think Next
Keep in touch
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11-15-2017, 04:27 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Bastrop, Tx
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Sorry to see you go. You were very helpful to the 986 community
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11-15-2017, 05:18 AM
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I am my own mechanic....
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
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That’s a great price and a great car. Congratulations.
My reconsider my pricing.
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'04 Boxster S 50 Jahre 550 Spyder Anniversary Special Edition, 851 of 1953, 6-sp, IMS/RMS, GT Metallic silver, cocoa brown leather SOLD to member Broken Linkage.
'08 VW Touareg T-3 wife's car
'13 F150 Super Crew long bed 4x4 w/ Ego Boost
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11-15-2017, 06:40 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Cranston RI
Posts: 902
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Whats wrong with having five cars?
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11-15-2017, 08:05 AM
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01101
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: CT
Posts: 587
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Good luck, Chuck!
Thanks for keeping our values up!
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11-15-2017, 03:53 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: North of Seattle
Posts: 97
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Bye, Chuck! I believe I played a small part in the value of your sold Boxster. Hope that stereo head unit worked out for you.
Best of luck going forward. Drop by and say Hi from time to time.
Dave
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2002 Boxster S Tiptronic. Lapis Blue/Grey leather/upgraded Metropol top (glass rear window.) Still learning new things all the time about this awesome car!
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11-15-2017, 05:33 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: California
Posts: 1,859
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You are going to buy another 986 like I did... Right? Yellow or Seal Grey?
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300K Mile Club
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