1999 Boxster thoughts?

[Andy804]

Originally Posted by Ohtwo986S

That’s a good price if it’s in good shape but expect to pay more to fix other potential issues given the low price. What about RMS? Air oil separator? New clutch? And any other small issues that will likely pop up.

Not trying to differ you from buying it but it may need more work than you think. I’ve learned that with my boxster. But I’m also loving it a lot and knew what I was getting myself into. If you are into maintaining a nice German car than go for it.

This. I think you already know that if a few things end up being fixed or replaced, it can easily be half the cost of that car. After a few years or several years, the cost of the work put into it could even reach the cost of what you paid for it especially, if you rely on a shop to do the work. But at least it's still a Porsche and it's still a fun ride and an educational experience for your son.

[Zzorro]

I have a 98. Bought it well used (read neglected) for cheap knowing I'd be doing a lot of work.

I am about 3.5k in parts into it with me doing all the work. Largest parts expenditure was for a full suspension rebuild. But that made a HUGE difference in how the car feels and was most rewarding. I don't see any mention of suspension work on that car.

I figure I have another 1-2k in parts plus my labour left to put into it to get everything dialed in to where I'm happy with the mechanical/electrical condition. Then ima gonna drive it and enjoy it.

I know that if I didn't wrench myself then I would def not be impressed with the dollars I'm into the car for.

Hope that provides some perspective.

[traveno]

Originally Posted by Zzorro

I have a 98. Bought it well used (read neglected) for cheap knowing I'd be doing a lot of work.

I am about 3.5k in parts into it with me doing all the work. Largest parts expenditure was for a full suspension rebuild. But that made a HUGE difference in how the car feels and was most rewarding. I don't see any mention of suspension work on that car.

I figure I have another 1-2k in parts plus my labour left to put into it to get everything dialed in to where I'm happy with the mechanical/electrical condition. Then ima gonna drive it and enjoy it.

I know that if I didn't wrench myself then I would def not be impressed with the dollars I'm into the car for.

Hope that provides some perspective.

I purchased my 2001 and, for the most part, it was well cared for and garaged. The PO wasn’t willing to replace all that needs replacing on a 20 year old car. So here I am. It ran and drove great before I started the project. Here’s to hoping it still runs and drives great when I button it all back up.