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Danimal · 10-05-2023, 11:14 PM

I think the cost will depend greatly on deferred maintenance items. I was budgeting $4k for a clutch and ims on my “bargain Boxster” but that cash got quickly eaten by wheel bearings, water pump, SAI issues, suspension, brake work, lots of little things, and fluids. Are parts that pricy? No but, labor is if you don’t do it yourself. And working underneath on a mid engine is a pain with regular jack stands. But it’s great fun to drive.

I would look at an $18k well sorted Boxster S over a a bargain $12-13k one unless you really like doing the work. If you’re patient you’ll find something great.

10-05-2023, 11:14 PM	#5
Danimal Registered User Join Date: May 2023 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 226	I think the cost will depend greatly on deferred maintenance items. I was budgeting $4k for a clutch and ims on my “bargain Boxster” but that cash got quickly eaten by wheel bearings, water pump, SAI issues, suspension, brake work, lots of little things, and fluids. Are parts that pricy? No but, labor is if you don’t do it yourself. And working underneath on a mid engine is a pain with regular jack stands. But it’s great fun to drive. I would look at an $18k well sorted Boxster S over a a bargain $12-13k one unless you really like doing the work. If you’re patient you’ll find something great. __________________ 2001 Boxster S \| Triple Black \| Stock 17s \| Bilstein PSS9s \| BAD Shifter \| 6x40w Cabrio Amp \| 986.2 muffler "Sixty percent of the time, it works every time!"