Porsche Boxster 3.2 S 2d (99) (2000/W) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good but very expensive to buy, insure and maintain.
Costs
Pricey, ring around dealers to bring down prices. Tyres, servicing, warranty, insurance all expensive, unless you comparing to TVR, Ferrari or other sports car.
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On the road
Driving
Fabulous to drive. Handling wonderful, limits very high.
Performance
Fast but you soon get used to it and want more !
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems here except standard stereo.
Image
You can't beat the feeling of arriving in the Porsche. Far less problem to own than Ferrari.
Comfort
Acceptable, seats and cabin not great long distance journeys or drivers over 6ft. Suspension beautifully damped.
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Security and Service
Security
CAT1 std, average for this class, hardtops easily and frequently stolen - don't bother.
Service
Service going down hill fast at some west London dealerships I could mention…
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Watch for costly RMS failure.
Other
Tyres and balancing frequent problem.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes