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Originally Posted by ArizonaDan
... was wondering (while being lazy and eager) of what type of things the Boxster's may be prone to that differ from the 4 cyl 968's....
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Hmm. Just about everything. There is almost nothing in common, similar, or transferable. A 924/944/968 and a Boxster aren't just apples vs oranges, they are like vegetables vs meat. Yes, both are food but come from completely different places.
Beyond standard wear parts like brakes & tires, here are a few Boxster unique issues to search on - there are many, many threads on each subject;
- Intermediate shaft bearing (IMS bearing or IMSB)
- Water pump
- Air/oil separator (AOS)
- Wheel bearings
- Top sensors
- Worn top
- Worn suspension
- CV boots/joints
- Engine sensors
Don't let this list freak you out. Boxster's are generally very reliable and can take quite a bit of abuse.
A good rule of thumb is that you can expect to spend around $2K per year to keep a Boxster maintained and properly repaired. Yes, that can seem like a lot for a $6K car, but remember that your car was probably close to $50K when new and is now almost 20 years old. $2K per year to keep a 20 yr old, $50,000 sports car running is probably reasonable.
Most importantly, remember to enjoy the car - to many of us, that means drive it like you stole it.
