1999 Porsche 986 base model

[mikefocke]

This is precisely the reason I recommend spending a couple of hundred $ getting an experienced Porsche mechanic to look at the car and drive it before you buy. That PPI can inform both the buyer and the seller what the condition and it makes the transaction a much fairer event with everyone having the same information.

None of those things sound normal based on my experiences owning 2 986 Boxsters. Mine were both tight and rattle free. (but as part of the post buying experience I had spent to have an alignment done by a guy who set up 986 race cars so he knew Porsche suspensions).

I never felt any reluctance to rev but again I had had coil packs and plugs done. Pull a plug and see what condition it is in.

My second was the same at 70k as the first at around 30k.

[ghulamr]

Thank you all for taking the time out to share your experience. I live in the Bay Area (East Bay to be precise) and will have a Porsche mechanic look at the car's suspension and clutch and overall health. Kind of a 'Post Purchase Inspection'. Out here a well reputable Porsche mechanic changes $400 for 3 hour inspection.

I know the car was/is well cared for and I am thinking sometimes suspension degradation is part of age. Would love to do the work myself to save money - any good recommendations for websites or materials that can help me in the DIY journey. Not the most handy person - but can follow instructions well.

@MikeFocke I follow your website keenly and what a great job you have done over the years to share your knowledge. Thank you for everything you have done for the community.

[LoneWolfGal]

Congrats on scoring a base model, which offers a few things I prefer over the S model, notably a huge single tailpipe and black instruments. As for a DIY suspension refresh, check out Pelican's article:

https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Boxster_Tech/59-SUSPEN-Suspen_Overhaul/59-SUSPEN-Suspen_Overhaul.htm

[elav]

Originally Posted by LoneWolfGal

Congrats on scoring a base model, which offers a few things I prefer over the S model's, notably a huge single tailpipe and black instruments. As for a DIY suspension refresh, check out Pelican's article:

https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Boxster_Tech/59-SUSPEN-Suspen_Overhaul/59-SUSPEN-Suspen_Overhaul.htm

LoneWolfGal has pointed you to a good source. You can find all the projects here (or order the book): 101 Projects for Your Porsche Boxster