Boxster S to 911 Upgrade
Discussion
Hello all, brand new to this forum and am looking for some buying advise. I am currently running a 2005 Boxster S (987) and am keen to upgrade to a 911 2S (997) and would welcome some advice/guidance on what I should look out for and what I should avoid. I am looking at stuff around 2005 with less than 40k miles on the clock.
Any words of wisdom would be appreciated.
Thanks
B
Any words of wisdom would be appreciated.
Thanks
B
There will be plenty of people along in a while to tell you all about rms and ims failure, but if you have had none of these faults with your boxster, dont let it put you off!! My Boxster , 996 and 997 , never gave me any problems! The best advice i can give you is if you can afford to buy at an opc and get a two year warranty,, do so. If however you do buy privately have an inspection done , the money is wisely spent,
Its a good step to make.
The main thing, as said, is try and buy via an OPC for the warranty.
By the time you have taken the cost of that off there is not such a big gap in price.
Also look for a car with new brakes and tyres. At 40k you might find it may need either..
There are quite a few good deals out there at the mo.
The main thing, as said, is try and buy via an OPC for the warranty.
By the time you have taken the cost of that off there is not such a big gap in price.
Also look for a car with new brakes and tyres. At 40k you might find it may need either..
There are quite a few good deals out there at the mo.
Best piece of advice is one found in the Peter Morgan Buying Guide, but applies to any Porsche really, and that is:
Buy on History, Condition, Spec and Mileage in that order. Don't let yourself be fooled into thinking that a low miles car is a solid buy as it will still have needed the right money spent on it during its life.
A service book full of stamps is nice, but better are the invoices detailing the work done, as well as 'little' receipts for any switches, or trim etc. that may have been replaced.
Another point at this time in a 997s life is that most will be due a second major service, so factor this in if any you look at have one due. If it's been done, make sure that ALL work needed was done, and not just 'ticking the service boxes' to get the stamp in for sale purposes.
Buy on History, Condition, Spec and Mileage in that order. Don't let yourself be fooled into thinking that a low miles car is a solid buy as it will still have needed the right money spent on it during its life.
A service book full of stamps is nice, but better are the invoices detailing the work done, as well as 'little' receipts for any switches, or trim etc. that may have been replaced.
Another point at this time in a 997s life is that most will be due a second major service, so factor this in if any you look at have one due. If it's been done, make sure that ALL work needed was done, and not just 'ticking the service boxes' to get the stamp in for sale purposes.
Some sound advice there gentlemen, much appreciated. I have really enjoyed the Boxster even with the limited miles I have put on the car. That said it was always a 911 that I wanted and now is the time.
I have heard a couple of things said about dodgy cylinders in early 997 models, is anyone able to fill me in on what I should be looking for?
As ever the debate goes on about Cabriolet v's Coupe, I am still undecided but am told the Cab's hold their money better, is this the case?
Thanks again for the feedback, all good stuff.
B
I have heard a couple of things said about dodgy cylinders in early 997 models, is anyone able to fill me in on what I should be looking for?
As ever the debate goes on about Cabriolet v's Coupe, I am still undecided but am told the Cab's hold their money better, is this the case?
Thanks again for the feedback, all good stuff.
B
nickfrog said:
Not sure it's an upgrade, nor a downgrade for that matter. Just a totally different handling car.
I would just make sure you appreciate and understand how different they are to drive if and when you approach the limits of lateral grip and traction.
This is very good advice. Depending on what you look for in a car, you may find that the only upgrade associated with a 997 C2 is the badge value at the bar.I would just make sure you appreciate and understand how different they are to drive if and when you approach the limits of lateral grip and traction.
The 987S is a very accomplished car and great fun, if you want a nimble easy to throw around car their isn't much to beat it. I drove a 997 C2, it felt heavier and that you had to push it harder to enjoy it. I didn't buy one as a result. I'm older now and hopefully picking up a 997TBO this week, a different kettle of fish.
The reality is that they appeal to different people and only you will know what fits.
shoestring7 said:
mollytherocker said:
Ian_UK1 said:
Or Chevrolet Corvair....
Ah, the car that it is believed to have inspired the 911 engine!SS7
If its true, then GM basically funded the 911 engine we know and love!
mollytherocker said:
shoestring7 said:
mollytherocker said:
Ian_UK1 said:
Or Chevrolet Corvair....
Ah, the car that it is believed to have inspired the 911 engine!SS7
If its true, then GM basically funded the 911 engine we know and love!
SS7
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