Question on Boxster Common Engine Failures - 8000 mile 1997 Boxster

I appreciate all the advice. I have always wanted to get to purchase a Porsche Boxster. I was not aware off all the issues being mentioned. I recently test drove a 1997 Boxster with 8000 miles. It sees from the noted comments that it is a russian roulette situation whether there is little mileage on vehicle or high mileage. Any advice? Dont get it?

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[Wayne 962]

In 8000 miles, not too much could have gone wrong already. I would not worry about it. I would buy the car, change the oil immediately, and then keep changing it every 3000-5000 miles max. I think you'll have a car that will last a long, long time.

- Wayne

[ronster]

Originally Posted by Rick (guest)

I appreciate all the advice. I have always wanted to get to purchase a Porsche Boxster. I was not aware off all the issues being mentioned. I recently test drove a 1997 Boxster with 8000 miles. It sees from the noted comments that it is a russian roulette situation whether there is little mileage on vehicle or high mileage. Any advice? Dont get it?

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Wow a '97 with only 8K miles is rare, it must have been a garage queen but I'd still have a good Porsche mechanic do a pre purchase inspection on the car as a part of the deal. That way you'll have some idea of what potential problems you may face. A car that sits can have problems and, if the mileage is accurate, this one has sat a lot. I would also have the oil and filter analyzed and install the LN IMS monitor that checks the oil for metals that may be associated with an IMS failure.