Thoughts on leaky Boxster?

[78F350]

Originally Posted by Russdawg1

Okay, so the guy just told me the car isn’t driveable. Likely due to it not holding oil because it’s leaking so bad. I just asked him.

Does that change any of your diagnoses? ...

The spark plug tubes would have to be broken or the o-ring missing to be *that* bad. The car may still just need a simple fix, or it could be good for parts only. I'd say to take a look if it's nearby, but pass on buying it unless you can get it for much less than the asking price, or if it looks Very good other than the engine issue.

Do you have anyone local who knows these cars well that could do a pre-purchase inspection? I'm not talking about paying a shop $350 to look at a $2,000 car, but friend of a friend who has actually worked on a 986/996?

[Russdawg1]

Originally Posted by 78F350

Do you have anyone local who knows these cars well that could do a pre-purchase inspection? I'm not talking about paying a shop $350 to look at a $2,000 car, but friend of a friend who has actually worked on a 986/996?

Unfortunately no. Looks like I’ll just pass on this one. Patience is key! A white Boxster S will eventually pop up for the right price right?