Repair costs out of warranty - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

eslai · 10-03-2007, 04:23 PM

So I took my car to the dealership today because grease has been leaking out into my right rear wheel for about a month--I clean it off and it comes back. I assumed at first that it was fresh asphalt from around my work, but no it was just in that one wheel.

I figured it was axle grease and a boot needed to be replaced. My dealer has determined that they're going to replace the entire axle because of this.

It kills me. I mean, ****************, is this the kind of thing they'd do if I was out of warranty too? How can anyone afford to have a Porsche out of warranty?

I can just see it:

"My transmission drain plug stripped out the threads on my transmission."

"We'll have to replace your tranny."

Thank god I have an extended warranty, and a lot of time before that becomes an issue. 33,700 miles...

RandallNeighbour · 10-03-2007, 06:34 PM

Eslai, I believe you are now starting to gain the feelings that I have all the time.

Every little problem with my car STARTS at $250 when I bring it to Hans. Grrrr.

You've had more than your fair share of problems with your 987 though. Could it be that it's a first year car's inevitable problems?

eslai · 10-03-2007, 11:41 PM

Certainly it's possible. I also think that Porsches just aren't as durable and bulletproof as people think they are.

No big deal. I'll wear this one out and move on I guess.

As a side note, I'm thinking of getting an Audi S5. I think they look awesome, don't know about y'all.

blue2000s · 10-04-2007, 04:07 AM

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Originally Posted by eslai

Certainly it's possible. I also think that Porsches just aren't as durable and bulletproof as people think they are.

No big deal. I'll wear this one out and move on I guess.

As a side note, I'm thinking of getting an Audi S5. I think they look awesome, don't know about y'all.

If you think Porsche's have problems, just wait until you buy an Audi.

bmx672 · 10-04-2007, 04:59 AM

My Audi is 8 years old and has 160k... runs like new!!! (Mod'd A4 1.8qt) I bought it new.
But, I also do all of my own work... I just recently did a clutch.
Next summer I'm going to do a clutch in the Boxster as well...

I made my wife a deal... let me have nice cars and I'll offset the expense by doing the work myself! Plus, I know it will be done right.

10-04-2007, 05:17 AM

Eslai, did that axle sustain any damage that time you were in a rear-end accident?

Why are you upset, the car is under warranty?

It is one thing to purchase a vehicle, it is a whole additional value proposition to properly maintain and run that vehicle, especially a high-performance sports car. Remember the "risk and reward" balance too. We get a lot of reward from our cars. Along with the additional risk of proper repairs and higher maintenance costs.

You don't get something for nothing.

KevinH1990 · 10-04-2007, 11:41 AM

[QUOTE=RandallNeighbour]Eslai, I believe you are now starting to gain the feelings that I have all the time.

Every little problem with my car STARTS at $250 when I bring it to Hans. Grrrr.

QUOTE]

I've had five problems with my car in 18 months and 12,000 miles. The first two (MAF and evaporative system) cost $450-500 at an independent repair shop, so $250 would be a bargain to me. Replacing the oil filler tube was less expensive (around $275.)

I found that I have to take care of maintenance and minor repairs myself if I want to keep costs down for an out of warranty car. I recently replaced the oddments tray hinge and an oxygen sensor for the discount cost of parts and a couple of inexpensive hand tools. This forum is a great source of information concerning common repairs. It also helps you to judge whether or not a repair is within your skill level.

If you really want to spend money, start modifying your car.