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Boxster General Discussions
12-28-2009, 06:01 PM
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987S vs. 997S
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Perfectlap's points about depreciation are a...
Perfectlap's points about depreciation are a truly minor concern since time spent in the shop ( or worse, at the side of a road) is really important to me. I must have absolutely dependable vehicles...
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Boxster General Discussions
12-27-2009, 09:20 PM
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987S vs. 997S
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raddoc
My reasonably well optioned 2007 987S was "only"...
My reasonably well optioned 2007 987S was "only" $57K (listed for $64K) but the dealer will allow around $33K. I agree with the performance and handling comments, though it's that 911 shape that...
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Boxster General Discussions
12-26-2009, 05:05 PM
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987S vs. 997S
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raddoc
Sorta. The gorgeous wife is low maintenance for...
Sorta. The gorgeous wife is low maintenance for only another year since the warranty expires 1/11.
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Boxster General Discussions
12-26-2009, 01:01 PM
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987S vs. 997S
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raddoc
987S vs. 997S
So my local dealer has a 2009 997S (C2 Cab) leftover that is marked down from $113K to $89K and has lots of options that make it more comfortable than my current ride. Anyone make the switch and then...
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Boxster General Discussions
06-02-2009, 05:24 AM
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Faster 987S?????
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raddoc
Faster 987S?????
The new Rodent Trap (7/09) reviewed 5 convertibles and says that the 310 bhp 987S went from 0-60 mph in 4.1 sec equipped with PDK using launch control. Although the 997's have more hp and a back...
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Boxster General Discussions
03-06-2009, 07:43 PM
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On sale....
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raddoc
On sale....
I saw a new 2008 left over Cayman S today MSRP $72K, marked down to $58K at our local P-car store. There were similar discounts on other 2008 vehicles, and way too many 2009s not being sold, leading...
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Boxster General Discussions
12-28-2008, 05:12 PM
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How much does it cost to build a 2-car garage?
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raddoc
When I needed a third garage space I had a fully...
When I needed a third garage space I had a fully assembled plywood shed delivered with barn type doors. The structure measures 10' X 18', has a 3/4" marine ply floor with pressure treated joists on...
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Boxster General Discussions
11-26-2008, 06:59 PM
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are there any lawyers on this forum?
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raddoc
When my 2005 MB SLK 350 started using 1 quart of...
When my 2005 MB SLK 350 started using 1 quart of oil every 700 miles , MB said "oh, that's normal" . When it failed 3 oil consumption tests (after the dealer bungled the first two) they said , "...
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Boxster General Discussions
10-30-2008, 05:16 PM
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Dent in Front Bumper
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raddoc
I had a similar event while staying at a boutique...
I had a similar event while staying at a boutique hotel in Providence. I found that the parking service was a subcontractor and they were happy to pay only $125 for replacement of a scraped mirror...
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Boxster General Discussions
05-11-2008, 05:13 AM
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Unleaded Plus vs. Unleaded Premium
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raddoc
As the price of all gas rises the differential...
As the price of all gas rises the differential between grades drops as a percentage of the overall cost. What was a 5% difference at $.10 /gallon premium vs. midgrade on $2.00/gallon gas is now only...
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Boxster General Discussions
03-13-2008, 03:40 AM
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Repairing dings in trunk
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raddoc
Actually, the braces underneath are the reason...
Actually, the braces underneath are the reason that PDR works so well. They usually heat a putty knife to release the adhesive between the brace and the lid or other panel, allowing the panel to...
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Show and Tell Gallery
03-03-2008, 05:11 PM
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Boxster egged sunday morning
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2,730
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raddoc
We found out the hard way about the devastation...
We found out the hard way about the devastation to paint caused by $1.50 worth of eggs. My daughter borrowed our new Volvo V70 R wagon and it got egged in front of her house in sunny Durham NC....
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Boxster General Discussions
01-02-2008, 07:25 AM
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Small "Oops" - Need to Remove Velcro From Dash
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raddoc
Goo-Gone/Goof-Off or Bug and Tar remover work...
Goo-Gone/Goof-Off or Bug and Tar remover work nicely.
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Boxster General Discussions
11-01-2007, 07:02 AM
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Just got a new Boxster S Limited Edition (I Hope)
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raddoc
After 2 years , 15000 miles, 4 oil consumption...
After 2 years , 15000 miles, 4 oil consumption tests, 14 quarts of oil , engine replacement and winning my suit against MB for a bad SLK 350, my wife said "Now can we get the 9897S?". Wives like ours...
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Performance and Technical Chat
10-14-2007, 07:47 AM
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Upper driver's side door squeak.
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7,868
Posted By
raddoc
Our VW Eos has had similar issues. VW says treat...
Our VW Eos has had similar issues. VW says treat the rubber with Krytox (of course, THEY sell it) to eliminate squeaks due to rubbing.
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Boxster General Discussions
09-05-2007, 05:36 AM
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How much do you love your car?
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2,890
Posted By
raddoc
learn what exactly?
learn what exactly?
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Boxster General Discussions
07-06-2007, 10:20 AM
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iphone
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raddoc
Not yet, and maybe never if the battery can't be...
Not yet, and maybe never if the battery can't be replaced by the user. I just read about a lawsuit because Apple requires the phone to be sent to them for battery replacement, charges $79 and takes...
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Boxster General Discussions
07-05-2007, 07:06 PM
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10
New 2006 Boxster
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1,190
Posted By
raddoc
The manfacturer's warranty doesn't go into...
The manfacturer's warranty doesn't go into effect until the initial sale (delivery to the retail customer). They'd better be willing to deal to the bone to move out a 2006. There were a few '06's...
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Boxster General Discussions
07-05-2007, 04:00 PM
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10
New 2006 Boxster
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1,190
Posted By
raddoc
Edmunds says trade in value is $37833, private...
Edmunds says trade in value is $37833, private sale price $39899 and dealer retail $41753. CPO = $43930. But bear in mind that if you paid $43930 today, it would instantly be worth only $37833 (at...
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Boxster General Discussions
06-12-2007, 07:59 AM
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25
Poll:
Boxster S vs. Base
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15,696
Posted By
raddoc
I had a 2005 slk 350 which went away due to early...
I had a 2005 slk 350 which went away due to early engine failure and MB being total a-h's, but that's a whole 'nother story. After driving the base Boxster, the S , C4 and C4S , I felt that the 2007...
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Boxster General Discussions
06-05-2007, 08:51 AM
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Boxster buyer needs help
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1,452
Posted By
raddoc
Another strategy
With Boxster sales being so slow that local dealers have many 2006 leftovers (they're eager to push those out at a minimum of 10% off list) you may find similar deals on 2007s that are well...
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Boxster General Discussions
03-13-2007, 06:50 PM
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35
987 Discount on MSRP
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3,225
Posted By
raddoc
I ordered a well optioned '07 987S in September...
I ordered a well optioned '07 987S in September '06 with a list price of $62K and negotiated the deal at 5% over invoice. With 6% tax it came to $56K, the car was only $53K.
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Boxster General Discussions
01-18-2007, 06:18 AM
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who came up w 'poor mand porsche' idea?
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1,149
Posted By
raddoc
FWIW, last September I went in to buy a left over...
FWIW, last September I went in to buy a left over 2006 C4 cab at my local P/VW/A store. After doing the obligatory test drives (and the math) I figured that it was to my distinct advantage to order a...
Forum:
Boxster General Discussions
01-06-2007, 06:34 PM
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38
Pics of GT-3 front
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3,247
Posted By
raddoc
I just picked up an '07 987S, atlas gray, sand,...
I just picked up an '07 987S, atlas gray, sand, black top, xenons and Cayman S 18" wheels. Very solid appearance, spokes were easy to clean today in 70 degree weather. Will post pictures this week.
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Boxster General Discussions
12-28-2006, 01:31 PM
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38
What do you do???
Views:
2,900
Posted By
raddoc
Interventional radiologist- image guided...
Interventional radiologist- image guided minimally invasive treatment of cancer, vascular disease, fractures and many other disorders. (Human plumbing: block leaks and open blockages.)
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