[CVstarBoxster]

I"m not a car wiz, but I have a 2003 boxster s. I have had no such issues. The main thing is for you to get that PPI - prepurchase report on the car. I wish I had done that before buying mine. I haven't had crazy issues with mine, but did have to replace the clutch a month afterbuying and I need breaks already. Bought the car in April this year. Ask them if you can take the car to a good technician. Those import cars places are typically good, but ask around or research them online before you go. Just my 2 cents. Good luck with it and hopefully you will buy a boxter. It's a lottttt of fun to drive!