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Porsche Boxster 986 Buyers Guide

April 7, 2019

What to Know Before You Buy a Boxster

Porsce Boxster Used car Buyers GuideIf your thinking it’s time to jump in and buy your first Porsche Boxster there are some practical and mechnical items you should be aware of before you splash the cash.

The Boxster 986 or 987 are all Porsche and such a bargain. Beautiful mid-engined coupe convertible with the S achieving 150mph.  Claimed to have lots of technical problems, but there is more hype than real issues.

We have a full guide to what to look for when you are out shopping for the Porsche Boxster. In addition, we have a set of the common problems you could run into once you own a Boxster. If this is your first Porsche, it’s a great way to get an introduction to the PCA and your local Porsche community.

 

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