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2011 Porsche Boxster repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (38%)

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2011 Porsche Boxster repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

320-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD

Porsche Boxster in Great Britain
- May 2017
May 2017

43000 mi

£85
Misfiring - diagnosis was High Pressure Fuel Pump partially failing. Estimated cost to replace the HPFP - £1000 inc parts, labour, VAT Nothing was done as I was hoping to get it repaired under warranty by the original seller (Ashgood Porsche). 

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2011 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

310-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD

Porsche Boxster in California, United States
Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017

33000 mi

US $100
Malfunctioning windows and convertible top. Problem traced to loose control unit wire(s). Tightening wire connections was repair. 
Porsche Boxster in Great Britain
- Feb 2018
Feb 2018

40000 mi

£300
Thermostat stuck open 
Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States
Oct 2014 - Oct 2019
Apr 2014

32000 mi

US $350
Radiator expansion tank failed -- causing boiling over. Danbury CT Porsche mis-diagnosed -- blaming it on loose radiator cap! and thus didn't fix it -- failed again 2 weeks later. 2nd dealer (Catena NJ) replaced tank. All ok now. 

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2011 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

255-horsepower 2.9L H6 7-speed automated manual RWD

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2016 - Jul 2018
Aug 2016

26040 mi
Tie rods, bushing and sway bars links had to be replaced (at only 40,000kms!) Car was squeaking very loudly, especially in the hot summer weather. 

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2011 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

255-horsepower 2.9L H6 6-speed manual RWD

Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States
- Aug 2014
Aug 2014

42400 mi
PSM button would not light on button or dash. It was replaced under warranty. Tension straps in convertible top were worn out. Also replaced under warranty. Front trunk release button on floorboard was broken. Replaced under warranty. 

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2011 Porsche Boxster Repair Histories

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