What do you think?
 

I very seldom ask this type of question. Usually it's FULL STEAM AHEAD...

But you guys seem to have such good input I thought I'd throw out this 986 I found and see what you think.

2003 S -- a little under 59k miles. Pristine. My phone froze so no pics.
One Porsche dealer all its two owner life, trade in, all records.
Options:
Y1 Seal Grey Metallic
AA Standard Leather Seats - Black
249 Tiptronic S Transmission
411 18" Carrera Wheel
454 Cruise Control
659 On Board Computer
P15 Power Seats
P73 BOSE (Digital) with Windstop

I've been looking at older (2000/2001) models for 5-6k less, but the 03 has a few changes that seem good?
Looking under 17 out the door. Not trying to play "I got the lowest possible price" game this time around.

They said they did a check as part of the trade in- would that be enough in place of a PPI?

Thanks for comments!

The 03 should have a glass window and clear headlights, which for me at least, would be a big plus. The general rule of thumb is to get the newest year you can afford.
I would still get your own PPI, and I don't want to comment further without pictures. :cheers:

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"They said they did a check as part of the trade in- would that be enough in place of a PPI?"

nope ..... do ur own. especially since they are the party trying to sell u this car!

Agreed! But, after the PPI comes back clean, then dive in head first as seal grey is the BEST color!:cheers:

I'm lining up the PPI now.

I would specifically want to know what those complete service records show about the IMSB and RMS.

Dealer service records show the IMS was replaced under warranty at 40k. RMS was also done at that same time but paid for by customer.

I'm really close to putting a deposit down...

Ok- I did the deal. Thanks for the info and I'll post pics next week when I pick it up.

Cool! I'll be one of the first to congratulate you.

Dang! That's cool...:cool:

what is that bumper?

It's not a stock '03 bumper?

Sweet ride -- enjoy!

New addition
 

This is my first Porsche. Just purchased, 2000 S with 40,000 miles, new tires, new battery, fully serviced, with hard top. The car looks like it's been meticulously cared for--no scratches, perfect leather, extremely smooth running motor.

Previous owner was gonzo on maintenance and cleanliness. He just purchased a new 911 Carrera and was going to give the Boxster to his daughter, but had second thoughts. Lucky for me, I spotted it in the newspaper and got in touch with the seller quickly. It may have cost me more than the typical asking price, but think this car is in such great shape (it truly looks brand new) that I couldn't walk away. Have only put 200 miles on it as it's been snowing here non-stop since I got it home. Anxiously waiting for some decent weather. Sorry, no photos yet.

i dunno .... i just know its different than my 2001 :D

looks nice

Figured how to do pics.

They did some minor redesigns for 03-04, it looks like stock bumper to me. The rear bumper also has diffusers.

Very nice. Enjoy it. I don't pick mine up until Friday - but I'll get to drive it several hundred miles home.

Congratulations. That is the regular bumper, at least it looks just like mine. Now all that is left is to drive her like you stole her.

Ha - I wish I could say I stole her! I started out looking at 2000 cars and thought I could spend under 10k. That was quite a few months ago, and as I saved a few pennies here and there I went all in and spent 15k- HA.

missing pedal
 

love the car but it only has 2 pedals? thought these cars are supposed to have 3!

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no humor
 

am i supposed to feel bad for joking about the most common Porsche argument, stick vs. auto ? that is your intention and I think it is cruel of YOU. You give truth to the saying that pricks drive Porsches

ooooops
 

dave wife pointed out the 2 beer mugs at the bottom of your posts as I was showing her......didnt see them

No worries my friend- I knew you were having fun- so I did too. Ha. Forgive me. I pick up the car tomorrow if all goes to plan.

Steve McQueen
 

once drove in a race with a broken ankle or foot (right). He showed up on crutches, they had to duct tape his foot to the gas pedal so it would not get in the way!Saw that story on the patrick dempsey leman series. BIG BALLS. Dave, congrats on the car. Everyone on this forum says "drive it like you stole it". please follow instructions. good luck!

The car checked out and I'm on the road. Actually I'm in a cheap hotel in Van Horn TX... What a great driving car. Tracks super nice. http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1393682588.jpg

Sick, love the wheels!

That is the stock bumper for the 03-04 model year.