Help choosing the proper oil for my next change

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Originally Posted by schnellman

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Ok...I'll add this. I do not drive the track and I do notice the start-ups seems to be loud and metallic sounding. It lasts for maybe 2 seconds.

First, is that sound normal for a 1997 Boxster?
Second, can/should the oil change in weight impact that sound (as in lessening it).

Given this, is the general consensus still 0W40 synthetic?

Again and a gain, many thank to everyone here. Good peeps!