Porsche Boxster (1996 - 2004) 3.2 S 2d (99) (2000/W) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I like a nice car for the weekends!

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They like it

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably not this model but perhaps the latest version which seems much better screwed together.

What are you likely to buy next?

Jaguar xk8 or Mercedes CLK convertible

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£20,000

When did you buy the car?

January 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes. Very good trade in on Merc SLK and good service

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Weekend fun car

What was the dealer like?

Very good. Kerridges of Needham Market

What's it like to drive?

Great engine. Very flexible. Will pull 6th gear from 40mph quite happily. Not great on bumpy roads. Might be the stiffer suspension and bigger wheels on the "S".

What's it like to park?

No problem

Have you had any problems with the car?

Replaced rear suspension arm under warranty as it was squeaking loudly. Allot more cabin rattles and squeeks compared to the Mercedes. Don't bother with the porsche hard top. It makes the rattles worse and the car steams up realy badly. Don't get a Porsche all weather cover either. It looks great but when you take it off you'll find the paint rubbed to a dull finish. Overall build qualty not what I expected

What's most practical about your car?

Great performance and good practicality for weekends away. I can get a full set of golf clubs in the back boot and plenty of soft luggage in the front boot.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Nothing realy. The wife likes the heated seats