1998 Porsche Boxster Roadster 2.5

Summary:

Value for money in the Australian market. An all time classic

Faults:

Haven't had it long. Got it as a birthday gift from my wife.

Looking at service history paperwork:

Spark plug fault.

Alarm system fault.

Rain got in under the seat, and water logged the main control unit.

Replaced soft top. Some low life cut the soft top with a hunting knife.

General Comments:

All I can say is wow. A dream come true. An all time classic with modern technology. Smooth lines and endless heritage. Boxer motor sounds excellent, 10 out of 10.

Leather seats are quality, plus I am 6 foot 3, and feel it has great head space and leg room.

RPM in the middle is just like true sports car.

Shares 90% of its parts with its big brother 911 (996).

Boot (trunk) space is excellent front and rear. Great for a weekend getaway.

Very cool sports car. If you're a very shy person, don't get one. You will be getting a lot of attention. Cool :☺

Life is too short; buy a Boxster. If you live in England, it's £2500 for a Boxster; they're as cheap as chips.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 16th January, 2016

16th Jan 2016, 17:15

Totally agree with your review, these are excellent cars. Great value for money at just a few thousand as well. I remember when these first came out, they were laughed at by some as "what you buy if you cant afford a 911", but nowadays they are respected by those in the know as a genuine sports car in every way.

In reply to 16th Jan 2016, 17:15

28th Sep 2018, 21:44

Nothing like a car gift from a wife or parents. That’s an incredible feeling. Not a hand me down, meaning one they picked out for you. I bought my mom (dad passed) a nice car not long ago and surprised her for all she did for me when I was younger. Giving it back or away puts some real purpose on why we are really here. Congratulations, she must really care for you!

2007 Porsche Boxster S 3.4

Summary:

It's worth it

Faults:

Nothing has gone wrong.

General Comments:

Handling is sublime. A great blend of sportiness & comfort, although it can be a little firm on some road surfaces. Traction in corners is superb.

Solid / planted feel on the road in the rain or in the dry. Steering feel is brilliant. Six speed gearbox is a joy to use; the light clutch & powerful brakes have great feel to them.

A great all round sports car, hard to fault. Some may say it's a "soft" Porsche, but once you've lived with one & driven it hard, you will see why it's so widely acclaimed.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 30th June, 2014

1998 Porsche Boxster 2.5

Summary:

Buy one. Life is too short to dream

Faults:

Brakes stopped working at 100,000km.

Needed new discs and pads all around.

Tiptonic box needed new oil (service).

Seat worn on driver's side.

Factory radio stop working at 40,000km.

Needed new roof at 80,000km. Seals went on motor, in QLD on holidays. I was told it was from the hot weather. Keep eye on that.

Oil got into spark plugs from cover gasket. Done at 100,000km service.

General Comments:

10 out of 10 marks... excellent sports car. When you're out on open roads, it comes to life the way German sports cars do. After a hard day at the office, just get into the Boxster, go for long drive, and hit the freeway just clear my head. Always take the long way home :)

Parts are cheap if you know where to shop.

Wherever I turn up to a BBQ with friends and family, people always ask me "still got that Boxster?".

The note of the motor is excellent; you can never get sick of it.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 17th August, 2012

28th Sep 2018, 06:58

So where in Australia do you find cheap parts, for a 986?

This would be helpful for someone who does not know.

I own a 986.