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Hey guys- I’ve been creeping on this forum for a while. By way of background, I’ve owned a couple of boxsters in the past; a ‘98 and an ‘02S. I’ve been around the block with a few other P-cars too- a 951, C4s, and a couple of 914’s. While I love my 914, I’ve been itching for something similar but modern. Something I wouldn’t have to wrench-on after a week of driving. I missed my old boxsters and thought it may be a good option for a partial daily driver. Not too bad to wrench on myself, but not in a constant state of adjustment.
Anyway, cut to today- I had been checking out an ‘07 base model up in Ventura and finally had time to go see it in person. It was much better looking in person than I expected, and felt solid driving. The dealer had done some of the maintenance that I was concerned about (belt, suspension components, shifter cable, etc.). After a lunch break to consider the purchase, my better half was able to negotiate the price down a bit further- she plays the “b*tchy wife” role well when she needs to- and we got it to a price point I was happy with. Plus a dealer drivetrain warranty.
From my drive home, everything ran solid. Temp was perfect, motor pulled well, and the car tracked straight. The clutch was a bit concerning at first, but I think it was just my getting used to the heavier clutch again (my 914 and 335 seem to have very light clutches by comparison). There are a couple of rattles from the interior that I’ll chase down in the next few weeks, and the passenger window needs adjustment so it doesn’t catch the top when it closes. I am also thinking a Borla exhaust and new Bilsteins in the next few months. Otherwise, I am very happy thus far; I am not going for speed records, so the 2.7 has more than enough power to have fun on the back roads.
Just wanted to be a “new owner” again and chime in. If there is anyone in the Temecula-area, please reach out to me. I’m new to the 987 lineup, so it would be cool to have a few rennlist connections in the area.
Congrats on the new Boxster. With the 914 in the garage you have a long history of mid engine ownership. With Ortega in your backyard you also have the perfect place to enjoy them.
Your car looks clean, congrats!
There are a few Boxster/Cayman owners on here that are in the area, I haven't met anyone in person yet. I'm just over on the other side of Ortega in OC. We should plan a drive one of these days for a meet and greet while still practicing social distancing.
I would be all for that. I have thought about doing a fun run over the ortegas and then a BBQ for those who want to join- not sure how much interest there would be, but I am certainly willing to host.
Count me in for the driving part and may be a quick sandwich stop I used to do Ortega on 2 wheels, hell's kitchen, the lookout, then down towards Lake Elsinore then over to Fallbrook. Haven't done that in years now.
Hey guys- I’ve been creeping on this forum for a while. By way of background, I’ve owned a couple of boxsters in the past; a ‘98 and an ‘02S. I’ve been around the block with a few other P-cars too- a 951, C4s, and a couple of 914’s. While I love my 914, I’ve been itching for something similar but modern. Something I wouldn’t have to wrench-on after a week of driving. I missed my old boxsters and thought it may be a good option for a partial daily driver. Not too bad to wrench on myself, but not in a constant state of adjustment.
Anyway, cut to today- I had been checking out an ‘07 base model up in Ventura and finally had time to go see it in person. It was much better looking in person than I expected, and felt solid driving. The dealer had done some of the maintenance that I was concerned about (belt, suspension components, shifter cable, etc.). After a lunch break to consider the purchase, my better half was able to negotiate the price down a bit further- she plays the “b*tchy wife” role well when she needs to- and we got it to a price point I was happy with. Plus a dealer drivetrain warranty.
From my drive home, everything ran solid. Temp was perfect, motor pulled well, and the car tracked straight. The clutch was a bit concerning at first, but I think it was just my getting used to the heavier clutch again (my 914 and 335 seem to have very light clutches by comparison). There are a couple of rattles from the interior that I’ll chase down in the next few weeks, and the passenger window needs adjustment so it doesn’t catch the top when it closes. I am also thinking a Borla exhaust and new Bilsteins in the next few months. Otherwise, I am very happy thus far; I am not going for speed records, so the 2.7 has more than enough power to have fun on the back roads.
Just wanted to be a “new owner” again and chime in. If there is anyone in the Temecula-area, please reach out to me. I’m new to the 987 lineup, so it would be cool to have a few rennlist connections in the area.
Looks like a QuickJack on steroids. I have the quickjack in the garage now, albeit hidden under the 914 for storage. Its been a fantastic investment for me- the ease of getting the car a couple of feet off the ground in a matter of seconds has saved me a ton of time on repairs
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I used to do Ortega on 2 wheels, hell's kitchen, the lookout, then down towards Lake Elsinore then over to Fallbrook. Haven't done that in years now.
