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In light of the fact that Porsche seems to be dragging its feet over the RMS issue, combined with the fact that the gearbox gremlins seem to have returned on my KN (and hence my confidence in Porsche technology is at rather a low), I am now far from certain I want to get the new shape S that I have ordered. So should I stick with the Boxster or should I look elsewhere and why??
 
As I don't know what percentage of Boxsters the RMS problem is affecting (mine has only done 7k miles and does not yet show symptoms) I can only go on the driving experience of the car. Having been a former competitor I find it so be great handling when occasionally pushed, reliable (above excepted), comfortable and sounds glorious - especially with the roof down. What would I buy if I didn't have it? Hmmm... M3 perhaps but they are pretty common although more practical.
Got to say 15 months on I love it to bits and contrary to Jeremy Clarksons comments I am not even gay.
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Bill
 
The Boxster S is a cracking car - IMO £ for £ the best Porsche you can buy (and we've had 14 over the last 20 years). Ours is four years old, is used everyday and has been totally reliable. A new one has been ordered for next Spring.

The Boxster S has always been at the top of its class and even the new Z4, SLK, TVRs etc can't beat the current model, so the new 987 should be fantastic.

I wouldn't worry unduly about RMS, unless a particular car is consuming them. I'm more concerned about Porsche's integrity in formulating a solution that is fair to its customers.

The Cayenne is a completely new model, very complex and a departure for Porsche. As such it will probably suffer some gremlins during its first couple of years of production.
 
You could try a TVR. That should soon restore your confidence in Porsche technology (and servicing costs). [:D]

In terms of the S - mines now tipped 40,000 with no sign of RMS issues (touches wood). But there's always cost involved with cars like these - RMS or no RMS - e.g this year I had 48k service (£400 without oil & filter), lower suspension arms & bushes replaced (£600) - not to mention all the toys, waxes, and general saddo paraphernalia I've 'invested' in. I don't care because it's such a wonderful machine to own and drive. Buy the new one and enjoy it. [:)]
 
I have to agree. I had 2 RMS's go on my old 2.7 but i'm still seriously hankering for an S although I wont be in the market for a 987 just yet [:)] It will be a 986.

The RMS is a serious issue which Porsche needs to address but after seeing a friend who had 2 TVR's and numerous very expensive problems the Porsche still seems the better option for comfort, speed and downright woohoo factor!

Steve's already thinking 3 years ahead from now about getting the new 987 club sport so I think we'll own the marque for a long time to come.

Perhaps we should dwell less on the few bad points and remember the huge amount of grins each of our cars gives us. There are two sides to every story after all.

[:D][:D][:D][:D]
 
I'm on my second Boxster, this one a 2002 S with tiptronic and fairly highly specified. It cost just a shade under £50,000. I presume the RMS issue is the rear main seal I had to have replaced on both cars. The first was a US import so I got caught for the full amount as the warranty had run out. They (East London Porsche) did replace the clutch for the cost of the parts involved as they had the engine out anyway.
Having just come back from a very quick run down to the South of France with some very fancy cars including Turbos, Ferraris, E-Types and a Lambo (all in the name of charity, of course) I am still trying to figure out if there is a car I prefer to the S. I suppose the Turbo Cabrio which seemed just about able to keep up over the twisty bits, would be nice, but to be honest I would find it hard to justify that kind of money.

But come to think of it my wife is seriuously considering replacing her Cayenne S (too big for London) with a mini Convertible which would mean the totals for the two cars would be about the same.
The only regret I have about the Cayenne is that it is not a Turbo. It's a fantastic car, far superior to the 4.4 X5 which preceeded it and light years ahead of the Grand Cherokees that came before that.

I've always thought that a Boxster Turbo would really take some beating. I'm reluctant to tune my car because of warranty issues and the need to really know what you are doing in terms of brakes and suspension but admit to being tempted to get mine remapped
They said Porsche wold never know!
 
Thanks. Plan ( as long as nothing too major happens to my MX5 in the meantime) is to hang fire for the moment, wait for Porsche to iron out the inevitable problems with the new boxster and then get a boxster s with DSG for spring 06.
 
It's clear that there are 2 general views. Those that are all for the new '05 and those which are generally aprehensive due to the RMS.

My current view is that my '02 is awsome allthough it's only a 2.7. I am currently deciding whether to go for an S next year or not. The misses said why swap it for the same, you may aswell keep the one you have. Go for the S and make it count. So my desicion is not whether to jump ship to another maker, but to see if the other model is better.

I would hesitate at the opposition, as I did when I ordered my '02. My needs haven't changed so my criteria for the car hasn't changed.

(Anorak on)
So i'll be using the same spreadsheet and comparison table as before.
(Anorak off)
 
Guys and gals,

For £700/year (and provided the car meets the conditions) you can take out the new extended warranty, which includes full Euro recovery (and cover for oil seals). Now I know this may be an unbudgeted expense but it takes all the risk out of ownership. Porsche should offer a longer standard warranty but till then....

My three Boxsters have been completely reliable (apart from some rattles and the RMS) - they only see the OPC once (or maybe twice) a year, who could complain about that?
 
my car is coming up to four years old and like Nic says appart from the RMS having to be replaced twice i've been delighted with the car.

how ever i object to being blackmailed into buying a £700 warrenty/insurance policey in order to put my mind at rest that im covered for a £800 RMS replacement[:mad:][:mad:]

unless Porsche extend the warrenty on offer on the new car then i will not be buying another Porsche.
 
Dawn,

I put the discount on the warranty to Geoff Turral in our famous meeting but haven't had an answer yet. I will be meeting him next week, on a different matter, and will remind him.
 
I didn't get a discount on the Warranty a couple of weeks ago.
I did jokingly mention it but they didn't seem to get the joke[;)]

If this is being negotiated with GT then that's great though Nic![8D]
 
Looking at an '01 S at an OPC last weekend, was told the RMS issue is now covered under the std used car warranty. No help if you already got one but useful for those of us looking.

Tony
 
I brought up the q of a discount on warranty again yesterday and they will look at an introductory offer
 
Nic,

As I have to renew my warranty as I don't want to take the chance of not being covered do we think they would apply the discount in retospect if agreed in a reasonable period of time....

oh my god is that a flying pig....?

Gary
 
I dont know but i can ask next time I speak with GT, but dont hold your breath (please)
 
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