Should I be nervous buying 2001 Base with just 31K miles?

[jnicholson30]

Interesting.... So if I'm getting this right, the tradeoff for the two years is that the 2001 and onward will give the improvements in padded top, cup holder and seatbelt (and some small styling items) while early 2000 and earlier (engine serial number of the 2000 is prior to M651 12851) will give a better chance of avoiding complete engine failure due to IMS.

Did I get that right?

[recycledsixtie]

I have a 2001 Boxster base bought 2 years ago with 30k miles and now has 40k miles. It has heated seats(is that important to you?). I have had cv joints redone and the Ims Guardian installed. Could not be happier. Don't rush. It's a buyers market. Get a PPI done on the one you are serious about. Make sure it has the options you want- manual trans. or tiptronic etc etc..... enjoy!