About to purchase my first Porsche

[JayG]

don't give up.
Personally, I would look for one that has good service records and has not shown signs of IMS problems. If it has had the IMS replaced , its a plus if it was done before showing signs of impeding failure. I don't lose sleep over the fact mine is original @ 62k miles. Mine had complete service records and was regularly and properly maintained.

Take your time, find one you like at a price you can afford.
Have fun and drive the crap out of it

[Giller]

Originally Posted by JayG

don't give up.
Personally, I would look for one that has good service records and has not shown signs of IMS problems. If it has had the IMS replaced , its a plus if it was done before showing signs of impeding failure. I don't lose sleep over the fact mine is original @ 62k miles. Mine had complete service records and was regularly and properly maintained.

Take your time, find one you like at a price you can afford.
Have fun and drive the crap out of it

Seriously, get a good PPI done and go with it. I haven't had mine long, but it's got 140,000kms on it with the original IMS and I'm not worried. Just do regular oil changes and keep an eye on things. The Porsche is an absolute beauty to drive.

[akwarner]

The search has ended. Yesterday I picked up a 2003 Boxster Base with 38k miles. Actually ended up finding one less than 20 miles from my house. It is now parked in my garage. Thanks for all the various pointers and guidance. This one has not had any IMS solution installed so that it up first. I drove it home but the next time it moves will be to drive over to the shop I select to do the work.

It is in great shape. It was owned by a lady whose husband is a mechanic and who did most of the maintenance on it. It looks to be in great shape inside and out. Just PA inspected with four brand new Michelins on it. New brakes up front. Everything works as it is supposed to. I am quite pleased.

Again thanks for all the input.

A.

[Giller]

Nice! Love the silver

Still amazes me how many low millage boxes are still out there. Does no one like to drive these things???

I too just bought my first ever Porsche... 2002 Boxster S
My "new" '02 Boxster S

I wasn't really planning on buying a new car as I was pretty happy with my fairly tricked out PT Cruiser GT Turbo, but a local lot had my new car sitting out front for a week or two and every time I drove by, I could just hear it crying out... come and drive me

Finally, I did... and bought it the next day!!

There is absolutely NO comparison between the PTC's 235 (turbo) hp and the Boxter's 250 (real German) hp.

[akwarner]

Very cool. Enjoy the heck out of it.

A.

Originally Posted by DonM

I too just bought my first ever Porsche... 2002 Boxster S
My "new" '02 Boxster S

I wasn't really planning on buying a new car as I was pretty happy with my fairly tricked out PT Cruiser GT Turbo, but a local lot had my new car sitting out front for a week or two and every time I drove by, I could just hear it crying out... come and drive me

Finally, I did... and bought it the next day!!

There is absolutely NO comparison between the PTC's 235 (turbo) hp and the Boxter's 250 (real German) hp.

[JayG]

Originally Posted by DonM

I too just bought my first ever Porsche... 2002 Boxster S
My "new" '02 Boxster S

I wasn't really planning on buying a new car as I was pretty happy with my fairly tricked out PT Cruiser GT Turbo, but a local lot had my new car sitting out front for a week or two and every time I drove by, I could just hear it crying out... come and drive me

Finally, I did... and bought it the next day!!

There is absolutely NO comparison between the PTC's 235 (turbo) hp and the Boxter's 250 (real German) hp.

the Boxster is a hell of a lot safer as well

[Giller]

Originally Posted by DonM

I too just bought my first ever Porsche... 2002 Boxster S
My "new" '02 Boxster S

I wasn't really planning on buying a new car as I was pretty happy with my fairly tricked out PT Cruiser GT Turbo, but a local lot had my new car sitting out front for a week or two and every time I drove by, I could just hear it crying out... come and drive me

Finally, I did... and bought it the next day!!

There is absolutely NO comparison between the PTC's 235 (turbo) hp and the Boxter's 250 (real German) hp.

I didn't know the words Happy and PT Cruiser could be spoken in the same sentance!

[Jinx]

Akwarner,

Very nice Boxster. Best of luck with it.

If by chance you are looking for a simple
And cheep upgrade consider upgrading.
The front side marker lenses to clear/gray.
ECS Tuning as a great kit for this upgrade.
Makes a world of difference in the looks dept.

[tommygunn]

She's gorgeous! Looks like a great find. Many years of driving enjoyment ahead!