Newbie Introduction and Question

[RandallNeighbour]

Slayer, sounds like you are not financially strapped if you could afford a new one on your own.

Buy an 2004 S certified pre-owned Porsche warrantied Boxster if you can talk your mother into it. Then you'll have lots of warranty on the car and you will absolutely love driving it. If she's kicking in 30k or more, then buy a 2005 S and get the redesigned car, which I hear is much nicer all the way around with a zillion little improvements and a couple of big ones. If cash isn't your main concern, then shy away from the non-S cars as you'll wish you had bought an S later. Few don't regret buying the larger engine.

Just remember to be careful driving any sports car that is as small and powerful as a Boxster.

[Brucelee]

"Also a question about service, now that you brought it up - how often do you take your Boxsters in for service (not counting routine things like oil, tires, etc)?"

Porsche recommends service every 15K miles. What is done varies by mileage, from minor to major.

Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

Slayer, sounds like you are not financially strapped if you could afford a new one on your own.

Buy an 2004 S certified pre-owned Porsche warrantied Boxster if you can talk your mother into it. Then you'll have lots of warranty on the car and you will absolutely love driving it.

Slayer, this is great advice from Randall (as always!). If you really want to go with a 2004 there are actually new, untitled, cars out there. I would imagine the dealers are very motivated to get these off their lots/inventory. Let me know if you'd like help finding one. Most likely this will be an out-of-state purchase, FYI.

One thing you need to consider is having such a nice car in a college environment, is vandalism. So, make sure you have a very-very safe place to park your potential new $$$$$car!

[Ronzi]

15K or yearly for service. Just because I drive my car about 3k a year doesn't mean I can change the oil then forget about it for 5 yrs.

[denverpete]

Originally Posted by Ronzi

15K or yearly for service. Just because I drive my car about 3k a year doesn't mean I can change the oil then forget about it for 5 yrs.

Well, it works if after 5 years you take it in and get 5 straight oil changes.....

[Ronzi]

I tried that once with a Triumph Spitfire. When I bought it, it had 65,000 miles and no maintenance records. I changed the oil 13 times in two weeks, but it was still a piece of junk.

[denverpete]

Originally Posted by Ronzi

I tried that once with a Triumph Spitfire. When I bought it, it had 65,000 miles and no maintenance records. I changed the oil 13 times in two weeks, but it was still a piece of junk.

Ahhhh. I think I see your problem. Next time, change the oil once, then change the CAR after two weeks!

[Slayer]

Thanks

It sounds like it requires a little more attention than other cars, but as much as I love the Boxster, I don't think that will be a problem.

PS: Randall your answers are always very helpful. Kudos on your FAQ and guide as well