00' boxster base built 12/99 purchase opinion pls

[flmont]

This car is on a dealer lot it was traded in,(awaiting info) on that,..But its black with grey int,it has the 2.7, 5 spd. 24 K miles for 12 K with a 3 month or 3000 miles 100% replacement on Eng. and trans. Warranty,.Just sitting in it,.. it feels brand new,..?? Thanks Frank

[tonythetarga]

Just so you know...the low mileage cars are the most susceptible to IMS failure. Having said that, if you purchase, do the bearing right away to buy yourself piece of mind that the engine will not fail. For me, 3 months of warranty is not much comfort. $12k purchase price plus the LN IMS bearing replacement for another 2k. The 2.7 engine is otherwise a very good unit and if you're happy with a total investment for $14k or so, and plan to enjoy the car for years to come, then go for it.

[flmont]

Yes,..Iam a little concerned about Brg do u think the 2.7 is a little less troublesome,..?? and I figure if the bearing is close to going warranty claims to cover it..

[tonythetarga]

The 2.7 is a good motor, however, the bearing is always going to be an issue. The 3 mos isn't enough of a solution in my view. The bearings are 'fine' until they're not. If you want years of trouble free driving, then you have to put the replacement bearing in the equation. If you want to rely on luck, all bets are off, is the way I would approach it. If the price is too high because you have to do the bearing, then look for a car from a buyer that has all the service records and one that has the bearing replaced. It might be a higher miles car, but better maintained.

[mikefocke]

For that price you should be able to get a 3.2 motor S model. I sold mine 5 years ago with 65k or so miles for not much more than that. It ran perfect.

Cosmetically, it may be great. But what is the maintenance history. How long has it been sitting around with bad or at least old oil in eating at the surfaces?

[flmont]

Yes.I havent started any talks yet..but If I did buy it,..I would put the LN solution system in it and drive it for as long as possible ,It will mainly be a weekend and trip's type of car..!!

and yes Mike not sure about how long its been sitting around hoping for all that info today.. Thanks.

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by flmont

Yes,..Iam a little concerned about Brg do u think the 2.7 is a little less troublesome,..?? and I figure if the bearing is close to going warranty claims to cover it..

With the obvious exception of the IMS bearing, the early 2.7L was relatively bullet proof compared to the S engines.

[flmont]

Well I drove that Boxster today,..and even tho I spent only about 20 min's in that car it was like a brand new car,..and it pulled just fine I thought,.I dont know what a S is like,But if that 2.7 is as safe as u can get type of engine I would be plenty happy with it,..it love's to rev it seems..!! and I would take less power for reliability No problem.

[recycled sixtie]

I used to own a 2001 Boxster base and it was a solid performer. With the 5 speed I could get 90 mph in third. From what I remember the 2000 Boxster had a more solid ims than the 2001. But if you have doubts you might want to upgrade the ims.

If you get a ppi done make sure the oil filter is checked for debris. I currently have a 2013 Miata and still miss the Porsche. I used to get my parts from Pelican Parts for the Boxster. Good service from them.

[flmont]

Thanks Recycled,..It has a build date of 12/99 so Iam hoping its the wider one,..and yes looking to get a PPI ASAP.

[flmont]

Recycled,...Whats the Miata like I like those cars also

[recycled sixtie]

Originally Posted by flmont

Recycled,...Whats the Miata like I like those cars also

The 2013 Miata NC I have is great. Reliable, sporty and fun to drive. Comparing a Miata to a Porsche is like comparing apples to oranges. If I had a wife that liked cars more I would have one of each. Take a test drive in a used Miata following a test drive in a Boxster- you will notice the difference.

[flmont]

this 00' has Traction Control and automatic limited slip,..what is AUTOMATIC limited slip,..Thanks

[mikefocke]

I suspect Tiptronic Transmission. Very city friendly.

[flmont]

No Its a 5 spd option codes

[flmont]

the option codes are 222 and 224,..said T control and auto limited slip,..??

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by flmont

the option codes are 222 and 224,..said T control and auto limited slip,..??

This was an early and pretty poor attempt to use the ABS system as a traction control and limited slip system. Did not work very well and was quickly discontinued.

[flmont]

Yikes is it a problematic issue on these cars ?

[flmont]

Or expect transmission problems

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by flmont

Or expect transmission problems

It has nothing to do with the transmission, it used the brakes for traction control and to try and simulate limited slip; didn't do either very well, so they dropped it and moved on to more conventional systems.