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Originally Posted by JayG
Where in S. Cal are you?
The S has more HP, a 6 speed, a 3rd radiator, bigger brakes, beefier suspension, stronger trans.
If you live in the LA area, a automatic may be a better choice, LA traffic sucks, especially with a manual. I know several people that have automatics and AX and track their cars. The Automatics starting in 2003 (?) have lots of shift maps vs. A handful on earlier ones.
Not sure what statistics support that 03/04 are less reliable
03/04 also have a slightly updated interior that adds a glove box and better cupholders and a few other cosmetic things like no amber on the headlights.
generally its best to buy the newest best condition one you can
The top should open and close smoothly and all the way.
Definitely have a PPI done. Here is a list of PCA tech shops. Most will do a PPI. All are good reputable shops. Let us know where you are and you will get some recomendations
Lots of info on this site about buying a Boxster, do a search
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Been researching more and test driving. I am north of LA in Valencia. I know what you mean about a manual in LA traffic. Maybe I need to go drive an auto hard and see how I really like it compared to a manual. I have tried to avoid test driving every car just to find out what I like, but maybe that is what I need to do.
Airbag lights: Are the airbags a common problem? I looked at a 2001 where the airbag light was on all the time. The used car dealer said they had to remove the passenger seat to fix the seat belt and most not have reconnected everything. I looked at a 2004 where the airbag light did not illuminate at all when I turned the key. Every other light light up fine. Thoughts?
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