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MK_Hatter · 06-15-2013, 11:31 AM

I understand why you felt lucky after purchasing your Boxster S, but when you buy into a marque like Porsche you buy into higher repair costs and maintenance.

As far as the IMSB failures are concerned, you need to put it into perspective. People will be unlucky and suffer failures, but you can suffer engine failure in any car you buy.

I decided to buy a 1998 2.5 manual, not because of the lower risk of failure, at the time I also knew nothing about the IMSB issue, but because it was more economical to run, cost less to insure and less chance of killing myself by being stupid with a 3.2 S.

I also have a personalised plate that is only 5 digits and with the upgraded lights and 18 inch turbo twist wheels it could easily be seen as a 2004 model.

Drive the car how it was meant to be driven, keep the oil flowing and service it often and try to relax and enjoy the ride!

06-15-2013, 11:31 AM	#27
MK_Hatter Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Milton Keynes Posts: 34	I understand why you felt lucky after purchasing your Boxster S, but when you buy into a marque like Porsche you buy into higher repair costs and maintenance. As far as the IMSB failures are concerned, you need to put it into perspective. People will be unlucky and suffer failures, but you can suffer engine failure in any car you buy. I decided to buy a 1998 2.5 manual, not because of the lower risk of failure, at the time I also knew nothing about the IMSB issue, but because it was more economical to run, cost less to insure and less chance of killing myself by being stupid with a 3.2 S. I also have a personalised plate that is only 5 digits and with the upgraded lights and 18 inch turbo twist wheels it could easily be seen as a 2004 model. Drive the car how it was meant to be driven, keep the oil flowing and service it often and try to relax and enjoy the ride! __________________ 2014 Boxster S GT Silver, Black Full Leather, 20" Classic Carrera Alloys, Sports Seats, Sports Exhaust, Sports Steering Wheel, PASM. TPM, Bose Surround, Ambient Lighting Pack, Front and Rear Park Assist. 1998 Boxster 2.5 Artic Silver/Boxster Red.