Opinion on 1998 Boxster?

[Denied™]

Hey 986Forum,
I'm looking to get into a Porsche, and I was looking at this particular Boxster thats somewhat local to me. It's being sold by a dealer, so keep that in mind. I want to know if you guys can see anything that can possibly be a problem, or just anything at all. What would be a fair price for this car?






Heres what they list..."Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Door Locks, Power Windows, Power Driver'S Seat, AM/FM Stereo Radio, C.D. Player, Gauge Cluster, Trip Odometer, Tachometer, Air Conditioning, Tilt Steering Wheel, Cruise Control, Tinted Glass, Dual Airbags, Driver Side Air Bag, Passenger Side Air Bag, Front Bucket Seats, Leather Upholstery, Alloy Wheels, Clock, Interval Wipers, Rear Defroster, Console, Carpeting, Floor Mats, Vanity Mirror, Day/Night Lever, Dual Sport Mirrors, Driver Side Remote Mirror, Center Arm Rest"

Thanks alot, and hopefully I can pick this up this week or next if it seems good enough.

[Denied™]

The mileage is listed at 79k! Thanks

[prOk]

Does that rice come with beef & broccoli?

man that wing is fugly, and how they do that exhaust what brand is that?????????

[Topless]

$16-$19k retail. Get a pre purchase inspection and have them look closely at the exhaust. Get a carfax on it. A clean tight 98 Boxter is a great car to own for about the price of a Corolla.

Nice wing! It's really...BIG isn't it.

[baseball]

Why they had to ruin such a beautiful car with that ugly wing I'll never know.

Check Galves.com and vmrintl.com for the most realistic wholesale/retail values.

[Denied™]

Originally Posted by Topless

$16-$19k retail. Get a pre purchase inspection and have them look closely at the exhaust. Get a carfax on it. A clean tight 98 Boxter is a great car to own for about the price of a Corolla.

Nice wing! It's really...BIG isn't it.

The wing is pretty big, body lines are a little chopped up for it but I think overall it looks alright. And the price is lower than your estimated lowest market value, hopefully I can go and check it out this weekend. I hope I can get behind that wheel with my name on the title! Anyone else have some wise words?

[Denied™]

I agree wholeheartedly with what everyone is saying. Partly why i'm somewhat intersted is because I have alot I can use as bartering chips against the dealer (for the lower price) because of the said ugly mods and etc. But all of that is assuming that its mechanically sound of course. It seems like in my market, its harder to find a black boxster than any other color. Especially one of the lower mileage ones, this is one of the lower that ive found as of yet. Im just as against the spoiler and exhaust as the next guy, but i'm thinking if I can get a good price and warranty, I can ignore it for the mean while as I write a check for a nice low price.

Speaking of other options, I just ran across a '99 black boxster locally. I'm calling them to see the mileage and if they can get me some good photos.

[racer_d]

Bartering chips? yes. But then again, if the dealer has held onto it since July, he may still be willing to hold onto it. Perhaps he only paid a $9K trade value for it and is willing to find the "sucker" who will pay $13,5-14 for it.

Also, I doubt he would let you take a car to another shop for a PPI. Too risky for him. At 78K miles, you might be looking for a new clutch. Also, suspension bushings, shocks, springs may be close to needing replacement. How are the brake rotors and pads? Coolant tank replaced? Updated cap at least? Any paperwork on the motor?

Don't be fooled by the low entry price. If under 21, how would the insurance be? Are you paying cash or financing? ( I bet loan rates on a 10 year old car aren't cheap) Do you have another $2k sitting around to pay for the "minor" things that will go wrong?

High risk for medium to low reward. there are lots of boxsters out there. Be patient. Find a "good one". Good luck!

[rick3000]

The insurance an under 21 isn't bad, about the same as a Toyota on my 1999 2.5L. But USAA, always has good rates.

[CJ_Boxster]

Im sure the rate would vary from a Toyota from a Porsche Boxster

[tboyer]

Oh No No No No, what the....Did the PO try and paint out the amber in the front and rear lights?

This is not a 986 I would consider, sorry, PPI or not you are probably looking at several thousands from the get-go. If they'll let it go for 10K (max), with a 30-day W/T warranty, you may have a chance as long as the mechanics are good. Follow the advice offered in this thread, you'll be glad you did.

[rick3000]

Originally Posted by CJ_Boxster

Im sure the rate would vary from a Toyota from a Porsche Boxster

It is actually within a few dollars of my friends '06 Camry. I think it is probably because they are both safe, but the difference in HP vs. the year is what makes it about the same.