Best/least bad version of M96/97

[JayG]

Interesting that 5 of the 10 worst are from GM

[woodsman]

Comparing old cars to newer is pointless. There is no doubt newer is more reliable. Also Porsche produced few cars (even Boxsters) and as a result won't even register in some 'studies'. For me the problem isn't really the IMSB as I had LN"s installed soon after purchasing the car and never worried again. But the engine is incredibly time consuming to work on and it's so easy to screw something up when inside it. And there are so many potential 'fails' that can cost more than the value of the car to correct (since it's this far apart it might as well be rebuilt...) As an example if a crank bearing 'goes' ( common on M96) you're looking at a massive total rebuild whereas in most other engines you drop the oil pan and replace and go...

[Gelbster]

Woodsman,
I agree with all you said.
So which Boxster(?) will you buy next ?

[woodsman]

09 S or newer unless I go with a 996 TT. I may also purchase an 2000-4 S to strip down and make a street/track toy. I felt my previous Boxster was too nice to do this to.

[Qmulus]

Originally Posted by woodsman

09 S or newer unless I go with a 996 TT. I may also purchase an 2000-4 S to strip down and make a street/track toy. I felt my previous Boxster was too nice to do this to.

Interesting. We are on the same page. I also think the 996TT is the next logical step. A friend of mine just picked one up. Incredible car for the price. They are quite high in bang for the buck sharing the body and interior with the M96 powered 996, but having that wonderful and pretty much bullet-proof Mezger engine. Pricewise they are comparable to '09+ Boxsters, but have a lot more performance. My problem is that I like roadsters and the 996TT Cab just doesn't do it for me.

Sooo, maybe keep the old Boxster AND keep options open for a nice black/black 996TT.