Help: Looking at 2014 Boxster
03-06-2019, 07:33 AM
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Help: Looking at 2014 Boxster: FOUND ONE
Hello - first post. Just registered but have been reading for a couple months now. Currently own a Mk7 GTI but want a more fun and involved daily driver.
I have been looking for a 981 Boxster 6spd for some time and have recently come across this example: https://nationalpreownedporsche.com/inventory/used/Porsche+Boxster+Walnut+Creek+California+2014+Black+11611547
2014 Boxster
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Price: $36,988
Mileage: 28,914
Colors: Black on Black
Options: Pretty light. Main highlights are convenience/Bi-Xenon w PDLS/Infotainment w Bose.
Budget is $40k with expected trade-in so this would fit right in but I would love some advice on the following things:
1) How low can I realistically negotiate since the price seems...optimistic? I ran KBB and Edmunds TMV and the market price is around $32k, but Edmunds TMV with retail says $35-$36k. 6spd Boxsters are also rare in the Bay from what I can see.
2) Should I expect any issues with trading in a VW GTI to a Porsche dealership? Fully paid off, I do 14k miles/yr and no accident history. Also considering Carmax.
3) Anyone in the Bay familiar with this dealer?
4) If I wait a year, budget will go up to $50k-$55k. Is it worth waiting? Extra power of the S isn’t a must-have (test-drove a base and loved it) and the other options I’d like (SportDesign wheel/Sports Exhaust) can be added later.
I’m in LA atm; will go see the car later next week. Would appreciate any advice!
I have been looking for a 981 Boxster 6spd for some time and have recently come across this example: https://nationalpreownedporsche.com/inventory/used/Porsche+Boxster+Walnut+Creek+California+2014+Black+11611547
2014 Boxster
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Price: $36,988
Mileage: 28,914
Colors: Black on Black
Options: Pretty light. Main highlights are convenience/Bi-Xenon w PDLS/Infotainment w Bose.
Budget is $40k with expected trade-in so this would fit right in but I would love some advice on the following things:
1) How low can I realistically negotiate since the price seems...optimistic? I ran KBB and Edmunds TMV and the market price is around $32k, but Edmunds TMV with retail says $35-$36k. 6spd Boxsters are also rare in the Bay from what I can see.
2) Should I expect any issues with trading in a VW GTI to a Porsche dealership? Fully paid off, I do 14k miles/yr and no accident history. Also considering Carmax.
3) Anyone in the Bay familiar with this dealer?
4) If I wait a year, budget will go up to $50k-$55k. Is it worth waiting? Extra power of the S isn’t a must-have (test-drove a base and loved it) and the other options I’d like (SportDesign wheel/Sports Exhaust) can be added later.
I’m in LA atm; will go see the car later next week. Would appreciate any advice!
Last edited by hsattley; 03-16-2019 at 11:09 PM.
03-06-2019, 07:47 AM
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Price does seem a little high. Try to get a CPO warranty if that is not already included.
I have a ‘14 base Cayman stripper that I absolutely love. For a modern Porsche it is relatively analog. I added the X73 sport suspension and an aftermarket non-valved exhaust (no buttons!). Good luck!
I have a ‘14 base Cayman stripper that I absolutely love. For a modern Porsche it is relatively analog. I added the X73 sport suspension and an aftermarket non-valved exhaust (no buttons!). Good luck!
03-06-2019, 10:07 AM
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Looks like a clean car, but I agree with the other comment that it's a bit overpriced.
For slightly less than what it's offered at, I picked up my 2014 981 S. I purchased it about 11 months ago, but with higher mileage at 41k. Major difference (other than an S version) is that I have the premium package with Adaptive Sport Seats Plus and PDLS lighting system. Those 2 options combined are over $6,000 IIRC.
For the same price I'd recommend looking at some S models, if that's of interest to you. Otherwise, I'd say make an offer at $32k.
Good luck!
For slightly less than what it's offered at, I picked up my 2014 981 S. I purchased it about 11 months ago, but with higher mileage at 41k. Major difference (other than an S version) is that I have the premium package with Adaptive Sport Seats Plus and PDLS lighting system. Those 2 options combined are over $6,000 IIRC.
For the same price I'd recommend looking at some S models, if that's of interest to you. Otherwise, I'd say make an offer at $32k.
Good luck!
03-07-2019, 12:35 AM
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Thanks all for your comments! Glad to hear about the lower price point. Hopefully the car will still be there when I go see it next Friday haha
I've been looking at BS as well but unfortunately the closest manual S around $40k is in LA
Pep!RRRR, may I ask what exhaust you have?
I've been looking at BS as well but unfortunately the closest manual S around $40k is in LA
Pep!RRRR, may I ask what exhaust you have?
03-07-2019, 12:34 PM
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Given your budget, no consideration of a new, loaded Golf R over a base 5 year old Boxster? Have you driven the car in question or another base Boxster?
03-07-2019, 12:48 PM
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Hello - first post. Just registered but have been reading for a couple months now. Currently own a Mk7 GTI but want a more fun and involved daily driver.
I have been looking for a 981 Boxster 6spd for some time and have recently come across this example: https://nationalpreownedporsche.com/...Black+11611547
2014 Boxster
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Price: $36,988
Mileage: 28,914
Colors: Black on Black
Options: Pretty light. Main highlights are convenience/Bi-Xenon w PDLS/Infotainment w Bose.
Budget is $40k with expected trade-in so this would fit right in but I would love some advice on the following things:
1) How low can I realistically negotiate since the price seems...optimistic? I ran KBB and Edmunds TMV and the market price is around $32k, but Edmunds TMV with retail says $35-$36k. 6spd Boxsters are also rare in the Bay from what I can see.
2) Should I expect any issues with trading in a VW GTI to a Porsche dealership? Fully paid off, I do 14k miles/yr and no accident history. Also considering Carmax.
3) Anyone in the Bay familiar with this dealer?
4) If I wait a year, budget will go up to $50k-$55k. Is it worth waiting? Extra power of the S isn’t a must-have (test-drove a base and loved it) and the other options I’d like (SportDesign wheel/Sports Exhaust) can be added later.
I’m in LA atm; will go see the car later next week. Would appreciate any advice!
I have been looking for a 981 Boxster 6spd for some time and have recently come across this example: https://nationalpreownedporsche.com/...Black+11611547
2014 Boxster
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Price: $36,988
Mileage: 28,914
Colors: Black on Black
Options: Pretty light. Main highlights are convenience/Bi-Xenon w PDLS/Infotainment w Bose.
Budget is $40k with expected trade-in so this would fit right in but I would love some advice on the following things:
1) How low can I realistically negotiate since the price seems...optimistic? I ran KBB and Edmunds TMV and the market price is around $32k, but Edmunds TMV with retail says $35-$36k. 6spd Boxsters are also rare in the Bay from what I can see.
2) Should I expect any issues with trading in a VW GTI to a Porsche dealership? Fully paid off, I do 14k miles/yr and no accident history. Also considering Carmax.
3) Anyone in the Bay familiar with this dealer?
4) If I wait a year, budget will go up to $50k-$55k. Is it worth waiting? Extra power of the S isn’t a must-have (test-drove a base and loved it) and the other options I’d like (SportDesign wheel/Sports Exhaust) can be added later.
I’m in LA atm; will go see the car later next week. Would appreciate any advice!
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03-07-2019, 02:03 PM
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Hadn't considered that, but my GTI currently has APR Stage 1 low torque, so I'm not really wanting for more power. Fun factor and sound would be more important to me. I test drove a different base 981 Boxster and a Cayman S, both PDK, and absolutely loved them, but also drove a 987.2 Boxster manual and that pretty much settled the manual question for me haha.
03-07-2019, 02:08 PM
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lol could see how that would happen. Hope it'll be a bit different with a non-limited edition Boxster; I'll probably aim for $33,500 (10% off) as my settling price.
03-07-2019, 03:44 PM
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Hadn't considered that, but my GTI currently has APR Stage 1 low torque, so I'm not really wanting for more power. Fun factor and sound would be more important to me. I test drove a different base 981 Boxster and a Cayman S, both PDK, and absolutely loved them, but also drove a 987.2 Boxster manual and that pretty much settled the manual question for me haha.
03-07-2019, 09:06 PM
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This is the exhaust I have:
https://www.fvd.net/us-en/BES9811500...d-version.html
Sounds good, but I’m a little unhappy with the amount of corrosion in only two years of summer driving.
https://www.fvd.net/us-en/BES9811500...d-version.html
Sounds good, but I’m a little unhappy with the amount of corrosion in only two years of summer driving.
03-08-2019, 06:21 AM
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You’re definitely right about my heartstrings tugging here. I know that the Boxster won’t be nearly as good as a GTI for DD but think the trade off is worth it. I’ve heard it’s also surprisingly practical.
Plus I won’t be having kids for at least another 5 yrs so will hopefully be able to enjoy the 2 door life with my gf
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03-08-2019, 06:22 AM
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This is the exhaust I have:
https://www.fvd.net/us-en/BES9811500...d-version.html
Sounds good, but I’m a little unhappy with the amount of corrosion in only two years of summer driving.
03-08-2019, 08:29 PM
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For $40k I would be looking for a cherry 2008 RS60 Spyder, like in my avatar. They are all GT silver, all have full leather interiors (red or gray), all have either a red or black tops, 5mm spacers, and some have Bose and navigation. All the 6sp manuals have a unique gear shifter and the cover over the instruments was omitted. All have 19" Porsche Design wheels and red brake calipers. Essentially they are Boxster S models with a little more power and a lot of parts bin extras.
Mine had the standard radio and no Bose, but the motor is among the best sounding flat 6s (pre DFI), and these cars aren't going to depreciate much if at all. Limited to 1960 units worldwide. Each car is numbered. Mine was #600.
Also the very first Boxster to have an engine output over 300 hp.
2008 also saw a limited edition orange Boxster base and S, each 1 of 250 world wide.
987s are among the best handling Porsches, and extremely rewarding to drive. If you had a $50~60k budget I'd say find a 2011/12 Boxster Spyder for even more thrills.
Mine had the standard radio and no Bose, but the motor is among the best sounding flat 6s (pre DFI), and these cars aren't going to depreciate much if at all. Limited to 1960 units worldwide. Each car is numbered. Mine was #600.
Also the very first Boxster to have an engine output over 300 hp.
2008 also saw a limited edition orange Boxster base and S, each 1 of 250 world wide.
987s are among the best handling Porsches, and extremely rewarding to drive. If you had a $50~60k budget I'd say find a 2011/12 Boxster Spyder for even more thrills.
03-10-2019, 11:44 AM
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You may be better off purchasing from a non-Porsche dealer. They jack up prices to unrealistic levels; especially without CPO.
The Boxster is a very different animal from the GTI and even the CAYMAN for that matter. With the top down on twisty roads the experience is pure open sports car. Throttle the flat six and your endorphins will start pumping.
Just for reference, I purchased a 2013 Boxster Base off a non-Porsche dealer lot in fantastic shape, but with high miles (60k) for $29k; a bargain price! I purchased a 3rd party warranty.
The Boxster is a very different animal from the GTI and even the CAYMAN for that matter. With the top down on twisty roads the experience is pure open sports car. Throttle the flat six and your endorphins will start pumping.
Just for reference, I purchased a 2013 Boxster Base off a non-Porsche dealer lot in fantastic shape, but with high miles (60k) for $29k; a bargain price! I purchased a 3rd party warranty.