01-12-2013, 04:19 AM
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Hi. My name is Miller. I'm a Porscheholic...
Transplanting from Pelican and past owner of many 944's and a few 928's. This time around i'm looking at Boxsters. On issue is my size. I have read that as the Boxsters get newer, the roomier they get.
I finally found a local Boxster (2000) and am headed down this morning to try it on. Only issue is... It's Navy Blue. Not what I'm looking for as a color. I have been Porscheless for about 13 months and it's driving me crazy as I drive around in my piece of mustang. Any buying tips? The car I'm looking at today is on a used car dealership at $9999.
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01-12-2013, 05:27 AM
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Hi Miller. Just say the serenity prayer repeatedly and you will find the car you want. By the way, the price is pretty good for an asking price. I bought my 2000 about a year and half ago for $7500, so there is definitely room to bargain.
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01-12-2013, 05:30 AM
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recycledsixtie
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Hi welcome to the forum. If it was me I would find somebody that knows Boxsters and have him go with you. Before u buy have a PPI done. I am not a great fan of buying from a used car dealership(except Porsche) as I prefer dealing with a private person because I would be able to get past history re. maintenance, accidents if any. Ask for previous owner service receipts if available.
When u put the key in the ignition, turn key on to get all warning lites illuminated before starting engine. Make sure all the lites light up especially the CEL one. If the bulb has been removed it won't light up. I have a black Boxster and like navy blue it will show dirt readily.
Obviously u have much experience with Porsches but check general condition. Tires, color of oil, color of coolant etc. Mike Focke has extensive info on buying a Boxster. Check the Pelican forum has for his info. I would not buy the first one u see. Read as much as u can on these websites about the Boxster. Try different Boxsters. I have a 2001 Boxster base but I never tried an S. The base has enough power for me.
If you have a PPI done(the best investment of about $200 you will every make), and find that repairs need to be made then this can be a bargaining tool to be deducted from sales price.
You don't say how many miles on it. Anyways others will chime in, good luck and stay calm!
Perhaps have a body shop check to see if it has had an accident. Let us know what u decide on!
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01-12-2013, 05:54 AM
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welcome miller.
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This time around i'm looking at Boxsters. On issue is my size.
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i shouldn't worry about your size in a boxster.. Johhny Danger is a swinging dick and he has one.
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It's Navy Blue. Not what I'm looking for as a color.
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navy blue ?
do you mean lapis blue ? if so.. wash your mouth out with soap !
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01-12-2013, 07:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Bruce Wayne
welcome miller.
i shouldn't worry about your size in a boxster.. Johhny Danger is a swinging dick and he has one.
navy blue ?
do you mean lapis blue ? if so.. wash your mouth out with soap !
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Have you been peeking around my windows again ? 
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01-12-2013, 07:45 AM
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That's the thing about Porsches, once you've owned one, it's only a matter of time before you have to have another. I don't think you can say that about a lot of car brands.
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01-12-2013, 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Bruce Wayne
navy blue ? do you mean lapis blue ? if so.. wash your mouth out with soap !
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Washing. Correct. Lapis Blue. What is the preference here? 5 or 6 Speed? This one is a 6.
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01-12-2013, 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by millerontheradio
Washing. Correct. Lapis Blue. What is the preference here? 5 or 6 Speed? This one is a 6.
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My second choice of colors. I believe it's high on the ladies list too?  986 S has 6-speed, base Box is 5-speed. Are you a DJ? My wife & I used to be in the biz.
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01-12-2013, 08:28 AM
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Originally Posted by BYprodriver
Are you a DJ? My wife & I used to be in the biz.
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I am. I am a Afternoon Jock and Brand Manager/Program Director for KKEG, KLSZ and KKGB.
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01-12-2013, 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by millerontheradio
I am. I am a Afternoon Jock and Brand Manager/Program Director for KKEG, KLSZ and KKGB.
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KKEG ! I listen to that station when I visit my parents, they live in the Springdale area. Welcome to the forum and good luck on your purchase.
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01-12-2013, 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by millerontheradio
I am. I am a Afternoon Jock and Brand Manager/Program Director for KKEG, KLSZ and KKGB.
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My wife & I used to work promotions at WAPI where Mark & Brian came together.
I have relatives in Fayetteville too. 
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01-12-2013, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by BYprodriver
My second choice of colors. I believe it's high on the ladies list too? 986 S has 6-speed, base Box is 5-speed. Are you a DJ? My wife & I used to be in the biz. |
Wait, what? this is an "S"?!
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01-12-2013, 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by millerontheradio
Wait, what? this is an "S"?!
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If it has a 6 speed it is a "S". If you have not test drove you are in for a fun drive.
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01-12-2013, 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by millerontheradio
Wait, what? this is an "S"?!
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Yeah if it's a 986 6-speed it's a 3.2L "S"  must be 100,K + miles for that price
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01-12-2013, 06:07 AM
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I'm 6'3" and 250 lbs. I had to stick with a pre-2005 model. In the later ones, the center console is non removable and interfered with my right leg. On the older ones, there is a console delete kit that makes the car much more comfortable. YMMV:
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01-12-2013, 06:20 AM
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recycledsixtie
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01-12-2013, 06:42 AM
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All great points. And don't worry about the color. Any color looks good on a Boxster as log as you keep it clean, polished and waxed.
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01-12-2013, 06:48 AM
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i'm 6'3 also though i dont find the centre (sorry center) console gets in the way.
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01-12-2013, 06:54 AM
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recycledsixtie
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bruce Wayne
i'm 6'3 also though i dont find the centre (sorry center) console gets in the way.
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Where do you put your legs? I am 5'10 and could use more legroom!
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01-12-2013, 07:14 AM
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You want buying tips, try this site. Some P-car nut put far too much fact and opinions on line in about a dozen buying a Boxster articles.
The interior size break points for Boxsters are 1997-2004, 2005-2012, 2013- or 986, 987, 981
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