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Originally Posted by Meat Head
Hello, I just purchased a 1998 arena red Porsche Boxster with the 2.5 engine and 5 speed transmission. I couldn't pass it up. It has 28k miles, has always been garaged and basically in mint condition. The car is beautiful but the last thing I need is a money pit! I owned a Porsche 944 years ago so I understand a little about their ownership. However, after doing a little research about the early Boxsters I'm questioning my purchase!!! Are these cars the ticking time bomb that seems everyone is saying or has their problems been over hyped due to forums (negative always gets more exposure)??? Please be honest with me. DID I MAKE A HUGE MISTAKE BUYING A 1998 BOXSTER??
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Ticking time bomb?
Your car is over 15 years old and still going so it's hardly a ticking time bomb always look on the bright side of life and you could get another 15 years out of her.
You might need a new clutch on the way or a new gear box and probably a few other bits and pieces here and there.
The major worry on this forum is the IMS going on you but like another forum member mentioned before the chance of that happening to you is a very low %2 to %5.
Enjoy the ride
