Buying Used Boxster - Warranty, PPI or Both

[gregwils]

I've started my quest for a good used Boxster, probably going to reach for an '03 non-S.

I've worked on cars my whole life, but my skills with electronics are minimal. I guess I will learn, and plan to buy the Durametic software or equivelant.

My greatest concern would be some catastrophic failure (engine) during the first year or two, though I know the odds of that in later years are pretty remote. As a result, I'm strongly considering to spend $2,500 - $3,000 for the piece of mind for warranty coverage.

I have two questions. (1) If you bought used and out of mfg warranty did you supplement with a 3rd party warranty? (2) Would you spend the $300 - 500 on a prepurchase inspection if you also were purchasing a warranty? I'm planning on using Warranty Direct.

Thanks in advance.