Hi 986Forum community! I'm new here, although I've been lurking for a bit, and have appreciated the resources to learn about this car that's captured my heart.
I'm looking to buy a Boxster S, and am fairly open but have a somewhat-tight budget. Here's my dream car:
- 2001-2003 Boxster S
- Clean title (requirement)
- 80k-120k miles
- Manual Transmission (requirement)
- Good mechanical and visual condition
- Fresh IMSB with direct oil feed, AOS, and RMS
- Never been in a wreck
- Blue, Green, or Teal exterior
- Beige all-leather interior
- PSE or similar upgraded but no-drone exhaust
- Sound system at least with door speakers
My budget tops out around $9,000 (may have slight wiggle room for an amazing car), which will need to include the costs of shipping to the Portland, OR area if it's further than ~500 miles away.
I understand I probably won't get the ideal car in my budget (even though KBB would suggest that it should be possible). So here's the extent of what I'm interested in considering:
- Year 2000 as well
- Up to ~150k miles if very strong maintenance records available
- Some light mechanical issues - e.g. needs wheel bearings, a clutch soon, tires, etc. Will need to accommodate me making these repairs in the pricing.
- Surface cosmetic issues - e.g. some scratches that could be worked out with a buffer, a dent or two, worn-looking top, etc.
- Original IMSB, RMS, AOS, etc.
- Been in a light collision with only damage to an insignificant area (e.g. required new bumper or panel, but no frame or suspension damage)
- Any other exterior color other than yellow, red, or black (although might compromise on this for the perfect car otherwise)
- Any other interior color (although really not a fan of grey)
- Any exhaust
- Any sound system
I've been scouring Craigslist, Ebay, AutoTrader, Cars.com, and the PCA "Mart" ads for a month or so in ever-widening geographic circles and haven't quite found the right fit. I thought I had one on the east coast, but the PPI revealed the dealer was a lying scumbag (what a shock
).
If you think I might be the right person to care for and enjoy your Boxster next, or you have a lead on one that might fit this profile, please let me know!
Thanks,
Joel