That's what comes with owning a Porsche. It's not only a high-quality high-performance car which you can daily drive; it's also one you can and should spend time getting greasy with. It's a first sports car or a last one, a thing which deserves your passion and attention. They're great cars—you should probably own one.
Porsches are a brand indelibly connected with luxury, and the price points of their cars reflect that, regardless of whether they're vintage or fresh off the lot. Turns out, Porsche has a long history of quality production. They're no conjurers of cheap tricks.
It's hard to imagine that there are cars out there that are actually more fun to drive than the iconic Porsche 911 series. So, yes, the Porsche 911 series is an amazing machine but there exist other cars that will surprise you by just how much fun it is to get behind the wheel and take them out for a spin.
Porsche spokesman Nick Twork said while the cars require “slightly different driving techniques,” they are “as safe as any other cars on the road…. You have to think about what you are doing when you drive them… You have to be careful.”
The Five Most Expensive Porsche Cars Ever Sold
- 1973 Porsche 917/30 Spyder – US$3 million (AU$4.16 million)
- 550 A Spyder – US$5.17 million (AU$7.16 million)
- 911 GT1 Strassenversion – US$5.6 million (AU$7.76 million)
Seating in the Porsche 911Space is probably one of the biggest reasons people think the 911 can't be a daily driver. This is a valid concern but for most people, there is enough space for everyday driving. If your children are still in carseats, it's possible to put them in a Porsche 911, but it's not ideal.
The Top Five Porsche Boxster Models of All-Time
- 1996 Porsche Boxster. As previously mentioned, this was the first year the car was actually produced for the general public.
- 1999 Porsche Boxster.
- 2002 Porsche Boxster.
- 2004 Porsche Boxster 550 S Anniversary Edition.
- 2012 Porsche Boxster/Cayman.
A 986 Boxster is a great and inexpensive way into Porsche ownership: most are dependable, fun and cheap to run, but maintenance costs can hit you if the rare engine issues strike. To minimise the risk, buy one with full (especially recent) service history.
The good news is the Boxster is generally reliable and has aged gracefully. In the used car market, you'll find Boxster 986 (1997-2004), 987 (2005-2012), 981 (2012-2016) and current 718 versions available. Prices vary, however, in general the Boxster is a bargain with 986 and 987 models at very affordable prices.
In comparison to the Audi S6 I traded in, the Boxster was a far more reliable car, despite sometimes sitting for long periods during the winter. I used my CPO warranty only once. Due to the relatively high cost of doing Porsche repairs, that one time made the extra cost of the CPO warranty worthwhile.
They have reported that there were 110 problems per 100 vehicles when it came to Porsche, this was the same as Lexus, who have hit the top spot when it comes to reliability for many years. J.D Power have also given Porsche 5 out of 5 for overall dependability.
With Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), the new 718 Boxster accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in only 4.7 seconds, reaching a top track speed of 170 mph.
The value of a used 2000 Porsche Boxster ranges from $1,902 to $7,119, based on vehicle condition, mileage, and options.
The average cost for a Porsche Boxster oil change is between $484 and $510. Labor costs are estimated between $49 and $62 while parts are priced between $434 and $448 .
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| Service Schedule | Annual Maintenance* 15,000 km / 1 year 45,000 km / 3 years 75,000 km / 5 years 105,000 km / 7 years |
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| Boxster (Type 986 / year 1997 - 2004) Price From | Annual Maintenance* |
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| Boxster / S / GTS & Cayman / S / GTS | $695.00 |
| Boxster Spyder / Cayman GT4 | $695.00 |
The nameplate Boxster is a portmanteau of boxer, a reference to its flat or boxer engine, and roadster, a reference to the body style.
The estimated cost to maintain and repair a Porsche Boxster ranges from $80 to $10554, with an average of $388.
Porsche Boxster 986 Major Service
- All items standard on a minor service.
- Check and adjust fuel system.
- Inspect clutch.
- Replacement of air cleaner element.
- Check and adjust parking brake.
- Inspect exhaust system.
- Check steering gear.
- Inspection of tie rod ends.
How much HP does a Porsche Boxster have?
Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceThe Boxster offers three engines: a 300-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four, a 350-hp turbocharged 2.5-liter flat-four (on the S model), and a 394-hp turbocharged 4.0-liter flat-six (on the GTS 4.0).
The Porsche 911 costs $171,032 over the first five years of ownership. A 2019 Porsche 911 Coupe GT3 RS will cost its owner just over $171,000 in five years of ownership, and that's despite relatively minimal likely repair costs. Much of the expense comes from depreciation.
2005 Porsche Boxster Value - $3,581-$11,256 | Edmunds.
It shouldn't come as much of a surprise that the racy Porsche 911 is the costliest vehicle on the road to maintain and repair over a 10-year period, according to data provided by YourMechanic.com. That precise German engineering and heart-racing performance doesn't come cheap.
Yes, the Boxster is a chick car.
A mid-engine, convertible with a Porsche badge that wasn't as expensive as a Carrera sounded like a great deal, and still does. For this reason, the Boxster was nicknamed the 'poor man's Porsche' because only those who couldn't afford a Carrera bought one.
Because of the brand, Porsche can charge more. Porsche mechanics can also command a higher premium because of their specialized skills. Going with an independent Porsche mechanic can save you money, but still expect to pay between $120 to $150 per labor hour.
The boxster is every bit as much a porsche as the 996 is. They both have a porsche engine. As others have said, it is the same engine, but with different displacement. If I were to ever buy a water pumper I would get a boxster over the 996 because of the better weight balance and handling of the boxster.
The Porsche Boxster may well become a classic in the future. The 3.2-liter Boxster S is the one to choose and can be acquired at the moment for not much money. Be aware of its known problems though, detailed below.
The Cayman, however, weighs less and ultimately performs better owing to its fixed roof. Plus it has more power, is more accomplished on the race track, is rarer (since it was produced for a shorter period), and left the dealer with a higher price tag than the Boxster to begin with.
Porsche agreed to compensate owners of cars made between 4 May 2001 and 21 February 2005 who had experienced an IMS bearing failure within the first ten years of the car's life, or 130,000 miles, whichever came first.
The 911 Carrera's twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six (370 horsepower and 331 pounds-feet of torque) holds enough of a power advantage over the turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four (300 hp, 280 pounds-feet) in the Boxster I tested to feel like the more powerful and responsive engine.
The Macan is Porsche's entry-level compact crossover. It debuted for the 2014 model year, and it remains Porsche's best-selling model; in 2019, Porsche sold more Macans in the U.S. than the 911, 718, Panamera and Taycan combined.
