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KevinH1990 · 04-14-2007, 07:08 PM

If I couldn't have it inspected by a mechanic who is familiar with Porsche's, I wouldn't buy it. Of course, your tolerance for risk could be higher than mine.

I suggest you search Cars.com, Autotrader, Craigslist and eBay to see what you could buy for $5000 more. Between repairs and maintenace you could possibly spend that amount on the car you are considering. For example, if the top needs to be replaced you are in for a major expense. (Tops are not a DIY item for most people.) Even routine wear and tear items such as tires tend to be more expensive for Boxsters than for other cars.

See what other options you have and then decide for yourself. Don't get fixated on one car.

Your signature doesn't say which part of Nevada you are in, but here's something in the Reno area on Craigslist that looks like a better risk:

http://reno.craigslist.org/car/311503972.html

04-14-2007, 07:08 PM	#5
KevinH1990 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,739	If I couldn't have it inspected by a mechanic who is familiar with Porsche's, I wouldn't buy it. Of course, your tolerance for risk could be higher than mine. I suggest you search Cars.com, Autotrader, Craigslist and eBay to see what you could buy for $5000 more. Between repairs and maintenace you could possibly spend that amount on the car you are considering. For example, if the top needs to be replaced you are in for a major expense. (Tops are not a DIY item for most people.) Even routine wear and tear items such as tires tend to be more expensive for Boxsters than for other cars. See what other options you have and then decide for yourself. Don't get fixated on one car. Your signature doesn't say which part of Nevada you are in, but here's something in the Reno area on Craigslist that looks like a better risk: http://reno.craigslist.org/car/311503972.html __________________ 2000 Arctic Silver/Black, Hard Top, On Board Computer PNP Rear Speakers, HAES 6-Channel Amp, Avic Z140BH, Painted Bumperettes, 2004 (OEM) Top, Homelink integrated in dash with Targa switch, 997 Shifter, Carrera Gauge Cluster with silver gauge faces, heated 997 adaptive sports seats, Litronics, silver console Last edited by KevinH1990; 04-14-2007 at 07:24 PM.