seeking input from boxster onwers on their 986

[Lsg5cxoJ]

wow many thanks for the responses. i am going to look at a 2001 s with 65K that might fit the bill later this week. Hardest thing for me will be to take it slow and get the right car. in the end i am assuming it will be 2003 S for me. blue w gray int looks very sharp. I like the glass rear window. I also like the "5 spoke" porsche wheels.



I would be curious to hear what options you have found to be best used, ie traction control, heated seats. that is one area where I am not as sure what I really want. I live in NC close to beach so it is very hot/muggy in summer.

also thanks to recycledsixtie for the kind sentiments below, half the fun of buying a car like a Porsche Boxster is getting to know some of the other people that share the same passion for the car.

"Let us know what u decide on. We are here for u!PPI is a must.Service history is recommended. "

[fatmike]

Originally Posted by Lsg5cxoJ

I would be curious to hear what options you have found to be best used, ie traction control, heated seats. that is one area where I am not as sure what I really want. I live in NC close to beach so it is very hot/muggy in summer.

I have a 2002-1/2 S. The "and a half" is important because my car has litronic (xenon) headlights and PSM which were introduced mid year. PSM is the Porsche traction control, and I wouldn't buy a Boxster without it. The litronic headlights are very good - a "must have" for me. My car has an aftermarket glass rear window. The 2003 introduced the OEM glass rear window.

I have heated seats and use them, you may not. Definitely get the wind deflectors, they are a must have (and expensive to buy later).

I also have the shelf behind the driver. I use it a lot since the car doesn't have a proper glove box. Don't overlook storage.

Good luck.




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