12-03-2014, 06:48 AM
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Resurrecting a wrecked 2002 Boxster S
Ive had a 1997 base model for a few years. Knock on wood, 33K never been in the shop other than regular preventative maintenance. Here is the current one:
Ive been reading a lot on the forum but haven’t really posted. I thought Id share a project I think is going to be interesting.
This summer a local Craigslist add caught my eye. A kid had purchased a wrecked 02 S at auction with the intention of fixing it up himself however apparently ran out of money. On a whim I met with him and checked it out. It was in pretty rough shape cosmetically but drove fantastic. I was really surprised at the difference in power from my base which is an automatic. Initially I was only mildly interested as he wanted 7K for the car which still needed a lot of work. It does not have a salvage title but per the carfax was declared a total loss. I did a little research online and found the original auction with photos (prior to him starting his repairs).
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12-03-2014, 12:04 PM
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Ben-Auto-Design
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good luck
what it needs ?
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12-03-2014, 08:21 PM
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One of the bigger problems I had with the vehicle was the seats. Apparently the vehicle was shipped from Arkansas to Colorado with the windows cracked. When rain got inside the seats were completely destroyed.
The other thing I didn't like was the guy I bought it from replaced the upgraded headlights with standard ones to save some cash.
All that being said I waited the seller out for a couple months and paid significantly less than his original price.
I bough it like this:
He replaced the fender, headlights, a radiator, and bought a 911 bumper cover.
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12-03-2014, 08:29 PM
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The bumper cover is a perfect color match but the body shop is convinced it's not factory paint so I'm going to have it striped and repainted. I'm taking off the right fender anyways to have it repainted as well.
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12-06-2014, 03:18 PM
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I debated about buying used seats or having the foam and leather replaced on the current ones. I just couldn't find a good deal on used in decent shape so I decided to take it to a local upholstery shop and have them redone. Once they pulled the seats the carpet looked grungy so the carpet is getting replaced too. Things are looking rough now but hoping for good things to come...
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12-07-2014, 09:28 AM
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Since you are going to the expense of having a shop redo the seats, have them do something really unique, that would be my suggestion. I would probably do the door panels as well. You could really make that box look cool. Good luck. If it were mine, I'd lose the fixed rear spoiler.
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12-07-2014, 11:04 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slate 01
Since you are going to the expense of having a shop redo the seats, have them do something really unique, that would be my suggestion. I would probably do the door panels as well. You could really make that box look cool. Good luck. If it were mine, I'd lose the fixed rear spoiler.
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I was thinking the same thing. You might as well cover the console lid in matching leather and then of course color match the middle console.
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12-07-2014, 11:14 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BruceH
I was thinking the same thing. You might as well cover the console lid in matching leather and then of course color match the middle console.
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The lid is being done for sure in matching leather. What do you mean by the center console? Paint blue or wrap in leather?
Id love to hear any other ideas or examples for customization! I doubt it would add too much to my overall cost.
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12-07-2014, 11:27 AM
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Either painted or leather. I would like to do one or the other with mine, I can't stand how easily it scratches.
Interior update
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12-07-2014, 11:37 AM
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That blue console looks great!
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12-08-2014, 05:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slate 01
If it were mine, I'd lose the fixed rear spoiler.
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Im undecided on the spoiler. If I take it off id have to have the holes filled and the rear trunk repainted. It looks ok unless the automatic one is up..
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12-09-2014, 12:24 AM
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still plays with cars...
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The automatic spoiler can be disabled at a dealer. I kind of like the trunk mounted unit you have there. I'd leave it.
That's an interesting looking Ranchero in the garage, or is it a Falcon? That would be a heap of fun with a healthy 351 under the hood.
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12-09-2014, 06:30 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BoxsterSteve
That's an interesting looking Ranchero in the garage, or is it a Falcon? That would be a heap of fun with a healthy 351 under the hood.
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Im not that cool. That photo was taken at the house of the previous owner. Kid in his late teens had all kinds of toys and projects.
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10-13-2015, 07:35 PM
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10-13-2015, 07:57 PM
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10-13-2015, 08:09 PM
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Nice! You got there in the end eh?
I'm confused with the picture of the black seat - is that from your '97?
Last edited by TrumpyAl; 10-13-2015 at 08:28 PM.
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10-14-2015, 06:52 AM
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The finished product looks grea, nicely done! Do you still have your 1997 base?
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10-14-2015, 02:05 PM
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To my wife's dismay Im planning to keep both Boxsters. The base has such low mileage and has been so reliable Id have a hard time letting it go.
I think the black seat your referring to is just a bad cell phone picture taken in low light perhaps.
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