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2001 Porsche Boxster repairs by problem area
Engine (56%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (8%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 301 repairs.
2001 Porsche Boxster engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (11%)
$1000 - $2499 (19%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (34%)
< $100 (12%)
Chart based on 143 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 101000 mi US $250 |
o2 sensor pre cat |
| 110000 mi US $2600 |
along with some o2 sensors leaking oil pressure sending unit |
| 105000 mi US $890 |
Water pump failure |
| 108000 mi US $380 |
Air/Oil Seperator filure |
| 100500 mi US $200 |
Replaced oil cooler due to oil in coolant. Simple job to do with minimum skills. Cause of leak was bad seals. Oil cooler failures are not uncommon on Boxster. The S model cooler will directly replace a base model cooler. |
| 101200 mi US $118 |
Engine overheating in stop and go traffic. Replaced thermostat with LN Engineering 160 deg F unit. Flushed and filled cooling system. Problem solved. |
| 104780 mi A $1200 |
Replace water pump and serpentine belt $960.00. Service at same time. $$240.00. |
| 60000 mi US $250 |
vehicle was inspected prior to a cross country drive - replaced hoses that were starting to fail, fluids, fixed some small leaks, etc. |
| 72000 mi US $3000 |
Replace water pump and hoses; system flush |
| 39000 mi US $180 |
Emissions bank 1-3 pre cat 02 sensor |
| 55400 mi US $15000 |
Upgraded engine to new high performance internals as well as upgraded IMS shaft, additional oil pickup, upgraded oil filter mounting. Oil seeping through porous aluminum block casting, possibly because of damage during mod process. Replaced block. Cracked block, leaking oil through porous aluminum casting. Replaced block, and at the same time upgraded engine to new high performance internals as well as upgraded IMS shaft, addditional oil pickup, upgraded oik filter mounting. |
| 66000 mi US $500 |
Check engine light. bad oxygen sensor on bank two, rear, but replaced both rears sensors |
| 79000 mi US $400 |
bad motor mount |
| 85000 mi US $400 |
Ignition switch repair. Plastic part on rear of switch replaced. Common problem with m96 cars |
| 86000 mi US $1000 |
Mass air flow sensor, coil packs |
| 91000 mi US $1100 |
Immobiliser not functioning replaced and reprogrammed |
| 40920 mi | Replaced RMS - leaking warranty |
| 43400 mi | Dealer Replaced RMS again - warranty |
| 67580 mi C $500 |
CEL came on. O2 sensor replaced. |
| 69440 mi C $3600 |
New MAF and air regulator plus intake manifold gasket |
| 79360 mi C $3000 |
Check engine light came on. Required a smoke test to identify an exhaust leak. Required new exhaust manifold gaskets. Also had to weld a crack in one of the exhaust headers. Broken stud added to the problem. Mostly labor cost, parts not so bad. Car is much quieter too. |
| 85000 mi US $700 |
Water pump failure |
| 60000 mi US $550 |
Oil separator failed and was replaced |
| 69000 mi US $640 |
Bad oxygen sensor |
| 71000 mi US $1000 |
Water pump bearing failed |
| 71200 mi US $1200 |
needed new catalytic converter |
| 99300 mi US $535 |
AOS Air Oil Separator needed replacement Code reappeared 50 miles later, MAF - Mass Air Flow sensor |
| 115300 mi US $517 |
Thermostat failed and engine overheated. Dealer replaced thermostat, radiator cap and re-filled coolant system. |
| 122000 mi US $306 |
Replaced both catalytic converters Replaced O2 sensor. |
| 134000 mi | Oil pan drain plug replaced. |
| 146000 mi US $1247 |
Replaced air pump control valve and oil pressure sensor |
| 147000 mi | Replaced heater core |
| 148000 mi US $2151 |
Vacuum lines, seals and hoses replaced |
| 148000 mi US $1387 |
Replaced radiator fan, fuse and resistor |
| 95000 mi US $125 |
Replaced forward O2 sensor on the passenger side. My mechanic had found a fault when he scanned the codes stored in the car diagnostic computer. |
| 103300 mi US $800 |
The air/oil separator failed. This is a pretty common failure. The part isn't that expensive but the labor is fairly extensive. |
| 108700 mi US $980 |
An air pump that provides clean air into the exhaust stream to reduce emissions was malfunctioning and was replaced. |
| 116000 mi | The air/oil separator failed. It's a weak area on these cars. This part had been repaired before less than a year ago so the shop replaced it under warranty for no charge. While this part tested bad, it didn't solve my surging idle issue. Transmission mount was worn and causing excess movement in the drive train. I had noticed the issue before but the mechanic noticed it this time and diagnosed the problem as a transmission mount and replace the bad part. |
| 117000 mi | Idle surge-tried new MAFS (2nd one) didn't fix issue. Other problems fixed and electrical/vacuum checked, still surges. Mechanic getting diagnostic equipment upgraded, maybe with the live engineering support they can figure out the issue. |
| 118000 mi | Idle surge FIXED! Mechanic's diagnostic equipment software update allowing him to work w/Porsche engineering to diagnose the problem. Problem-car's ECU needed software update for new mass air flow sensor design installed earlier. No charge. |
| 90000 mi US $10000 |
Oil was getting into coolant, no coolant into oil. Diagnosed, I chose not to repair. |
| 92000 mi US $200 |
big puff of white smoke on start up, common problem, I've done this twice with this car. |
| 99200 mi US $6525 |
Had to replace motor due to cracked head, oil was mixing with coolant, bought motor off of ebay and replaced it myself. Replaced oil cooler replaced water pump replaced MAF sensor replaced motor mount |
| 67000 mi US $3500 |
Catalytic converter in the exhaust headers began to rattle annoyingly. Replaced the headers. Eye wateringly pricey. |
| 75000 mi US $400 |
air oil separator failed spectacularly - batman's smoke screen style. Towed it to my independent mechanic and he replaced it quickly. |
| 82000 mi US $200 |
Coolant levels were continually falling and the trunk carpet was wet. The old tank was cracked from age on the bottom. I temporarily patched it until the new tank arrived. I replaced in my self - because I have small arms and hands. |
| 88000 mi US $400 |
Car overheated after sitting during a particularly cold spell. The water pump impeller had broken. New water pump installed. |
| 56000 mi US $500 |
Replaced plugs, coil packs and air oil separator |
| 43000 mi US $12050 |
cracked head |
| 73200 mi US $600 |
A camshaft position sensor had to be replaced. The exhaust bypass valve for warming the catalytic converter right after starting up had to be replaced. |
| 69000 mi US $100 |
CEL light on, Code 1128, issues with exhaust side measurement. Replaced pre cat O2 sensor. CEL / code still happening. Will fix it when I can get to buying the parts. |
| 122000 mi US $760 |
Overflow tank was leaking coolant. Drops were coming down in front of the engine on the passenger side. Two shops diagnosed as the water pump, but it wasn't. No coolant in the trunk as is common for leaking resevoir. |
| 57124 mi C $1147 |
Waterpump, thermostat, and sway bar bushing replacement. |
| 80291 mi C $175 |
Replaced right side radiator fan. |
| 82460 mi C $625 |
Coolant recovery tank cracked, spilling coolant into the rear trunk area. Front left radiator fan not working. |
| 78260 mi C $300 |
Alternator pulley seized, also replace worn tensioner pulley and lower idler pulley. Replace air/oil separator. |
| 57044 mi C $1793 |
Drive belt, Air Injection Valve, Rear pads and rotors. |
| 91000 mi US $100 |
Air/Oil separator blew. Replaced. |
| 51000 mi US $300 |
Replaced Coolant reservoir |
| 47000 mi US $155 |
Replaced failed motor mount. |
| 49000 mi US $90 |
7Replaced blown Air Oil Separator (AOS) |
| 49000 mi US $2700 |
Rear main seal |
| 52000 mi US $647 |
Misfire CEL; turned out to be a bad coil pack (for some reason this one was harder than usual to diagnose). |
| 53000 mi US $242 |
I got a CEL indicating a bad O2 sensor (post-cat, bank 1); I replaced both post-cat O2 sensors myself; problem solved. |
| 58000 mi US $520 |
Noted a small amount of coolant leaking below the water pump. When I looked, the serpentine belt was starting to get chewed up due to the w/p bearing failure. Replaced w/p & also (preventatively)installed a new thermostat. |
| 61200 mi US $577 |
Ignition switch was getting a little difficult to turn, and sometimes the key was a little tough to remove. Removed and replaced ignition switch. |
| 43400 mi C $1400 |
needed O2 sensor |
| 112000 mi | Failed water pump. |
| 41000 mi US $2200 |
The catalytic converter on bank 2 failed requiring manifold and cat replacement. |
| 42000 mi US $200 |
Pre-catalytic Oxygen Sensor on bank 1-3 failed. Replaced both pre and post cat oxygen sensors on bank 1-3. |
| 68000 mi US $1500 |
failed tensioner pulley for serpentine belt |
| 70000 mi US $9000 |
Rod bearing failure requiring engine replacement |
| 133100 mi US $600 |
MAF sensor failed |
| 69000 mi US $190 |
check engine light on. dealer found this to be a software fault and re-flashed the DME software. |
| 70000 mi US $730 |
Water Pump failed. Replaced Water pump, serpentine belt and new antifreeze |
| 78000 mi US $1800 |
Check engine light and rough running idle; MAF cleaning and catalytic converter replacement |
| 89500 mi US $300 |
Replace Oxygen Sensor before Catalytic converter |
| 36000 mi US $250 |
Oxygen Sensor , pre-CAT , passenger side |
| 51000 mi US $500 |
Broken motor mount |
| 58000 mi US $300 |
Pre-cat oxygen sensor failed, replaced |
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
250-horsepower 3.2L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 155000 mi US $1200 |
Emissions air pump was failing |
| 166200 mi US $568 |
air/oil separator replaced again. 80k mile each oil separator hose replaced, broken and "glued" on prior repair of AOS |
| 167000 mi US $700 |
Water pump failed again |
| 173000 mi US $225 |
Cooling fan on left side failed |
| 186000 mi | Rod bearing spun. Engine not repairable for reasonable amount. Sold car to someone who will R&R engine with salvage engine |
| 41000 mi US $40 |
Bad spark plug on cyl 2, caused P0302 code and Check Engine Light. New spark plug fixed it. |
| 89000 mi US $470 |
secondary air system, bad crossover valve and solenoid |
| 89300 mi US $700 |
Repair emissions system. |
| 132060 mi C $600 |
Hose broke leaked anti-freeze. Replaced two hoses and fittings filled up anti-freeze. Had to bleed system as well. |
| 137020 mi C $1650 |
Oil vapour canister replaced. Mass air flow sensor replaced. |
| 161700 mi C $4000 |
2 Radiators and coolant replacement. mass air flow replacement fuel pump replacement engine mount replacement rough idle (hunting) cleaned out the throttle body. |
| 167760 mi C $1500 |
middle radiator replaced thermostat and seal anti freeze |
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 91300 mi US $100 |
waterpump replacement |
| 98500 mi US $415 |
replace coolant tank, flush coolant replace air oil separator |
| 45000 mi US $2000 |
Cracked ignition coil causing misfires. Additionally, bad speed sensor in passenger front wheel bearing caused PASM system to go into failure mode. Car remained barely driveable until engine warmed and water around coils evaporated. |
| 45900 mi US $400 |
Alleged misfire caused CPU to issue CEL light. Not replicable, only one misfire in last year, so reset the computer. |
| 48050 mi US $6200 |
Variocam Actuator caused CEL fault - VA assy replaced. Leaking Cam covers removed, cheeks for both cam chains worn, replaced. Replaced IMS bearing with LN kit. New sway arms in front. Checked Clutch for wear, still 50% there. |
| 72000 mi US $50 |
ignition switch |
| 75000 mi US $100 |
Felt vibration at 3k rpm and slight clunk sound when down shifting from 5->4. Replaced front engine mount. Common problem for Boxsters around 50k or more miles. DIY @ http://pedrosgarage.com/Site_3/Install_Front_Engine_Mount.html |
| 45000 mi US $750 |
Leaky coolant tank. |
2001 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
217-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 60000 mi US $200 |
replace worn motor mount |
| 95000 mi | Unable to fully fill car with gas. Took car to dealer, head mechanic put up on lift, didn't see any problems. Tried disconnecting one valve, had me go to try filling with gas, then tried with another fuel fill valve with same results. Mechanic said he would ask around for suggestions |
| 85000 mi US $400 |
AOS failed at the track. Mechanic was in attendance and ordered and replaced it in one day. |
| 47740 mi | Coolant leak and they misdiagnosed it the first time so returned and they figured it out that it was the reservoir had a hairline crack so replaced. They covered the cost due to this was my 3rd time in and I suggested it was this first time |
| 57000 mi US $120 |
Air/Oil Separator unit was replaced |
| 57000 mi | Replaced Rear Main Seal |
| 83000 mi US $350 |
replaced coolant expansion tank |
| 68200 mi A $2000 |
Injectors replaced |
| 71000 mi US $150 |
Replaced Air Oil Separator |
| 71900 mi US $100 |
Replaced engine mount. |
| 75000 mi US $600 |
Coolant tank ruptured. Had to tow car home. Replaced coolant tank, coolant, and water pump. Water pump was preventative. |
| 57000 mi US $700 |
Replaced ignition switch |
| 57000 mi US $18000 |
Mass air sensor |
| 76500 mi US $1200 |
Ignition coil housing cracked and replaced. Oil fill tube replaced. |
| 55180 mi C $400 |
Replaced cracked coolant expansion tank with new tank, coolant cap, and coolant top-up. A very common problem with all Boxsters. |
| 66340 mi C $600 |
New air/oil separator. |
| 69440 mi C $1600 |
New water pump, thermostat, gaskets, fresh coolant. |
| 50000 mi US $130 |
Replaced the front engine mount myself because I'd read that they tend to fail, and when we got the old one out it was broken. |
| 54000 mi US $75 |
Noticed car was leaking some oil (few drpos overnight). Researced problem and found spark plug tube o rings as most likely cause. Ordered new o rings online. Read online how to and replaced them myself. |
| 55000 mi US $500 |
Car started/continued leaking oil. A leaking rear main seal was the cause. Dealer replaced the seal. Also replaced the clutch plate (wear item) "while we were there". |
| 86000 mi | Electric issues with ignition, i.e., not starting, and the key was locking up. |
| 87000 mi US $700 |
water pump |
| 101800 mi US $210 |
Vacuum leak -a hose had cracked |
| 66000 mi US $1200 |
Water broke and needed a new battery. Thermostat replaced at the same time. |
| 111000 mi US $1300 |
Oil separator, Mass air flow sensor, spark plugs. Solved CEL problem. |
| 115000 mi US $950 |
Water pump went out and broke the belt. |
| 91000 mi US $381 |
Smelled coolant, and had visible leaking under car. Had dealer flush coolant, change gear oil, motor oil & filter. Dealer pressure tested system, found no leaks and performed requested services. After I received car back from service for coolant leak, the dealer flushed and checked the sytem and found no leaks. I ordered a new coolant cap for the expansion tank and no more leaks. |
| 93000 mi US $918 |
Coolant overflow tank (complete assembly)replaced. |
| 118200 mi US $2934 |
Noticed a disturbing grinding sound while at a drive through window. Caught the water pump and bearings failing just in time. Included all belt wheels (3) incl. tensioner and new belt. While replacing water pump my mechanic recommended the motor mount be replaced as well. This was the original motor mount as was the water pump. Mount was severely deteriorated. |
| 119700 mi US $1450 |
Replaced right radiator |
| 123200 mi US $3000 |
Intermittent CEL, diagnosed as MAF. Replaced spark plug tubes due to appearance of oil on catalytic converter. Also replaced coil packs. |
| 124000 mi US $550 |
Loose heat shields |
| 41540 mi C $1050 |
During idle power only, there was noise coming from engine which was either alternator bearing, water pump or accessory belt tensioner. Have had replaced the latter plus install new accessory belt and new coolant reservoir cap. |
| 45260 mi C $110 |
Got CEL steady light. Had code read. P1341. Ordered variable timing solenoid. Did not fix the problem. Will take car in again to the shop. Not happy. |
| 45260 mi C $360 |
Code P1341/ CEL light came on and was diagnosed - possible cam adjuster. More work to be done. CEL light has not come on again since reset but was assured it likely will. |
| 45260 mi C $900 |
Went to have cam deviation diagnosed again. The CEL light is out and has not come on again. Indy shop unable to locate problem because CEL light is out. However shop has recommended a IMS, Rms be replaced and clutch while in there. |
| 45260 mi C $300 |
Same problem but different shop. Unable to fix or diagnose properly. |
| 61380 mi C $40 |
Ignition switch replaced. Was having trouble getting the key in and out of the ignition, and sometimes the car would think the key was there when it wasn't. |
| 89000 mi US $100 |
Engine slipped timing while trying to start, now has no compression. Call to the local dealer resulted in being told this would be a $10,000 to $15,000 repair. I plan on removing the motor to see if I can fix it. |
| 89000 mi | Motor blew up in October 2010, slowly repairing it myself. Bent valves while trying to start it. |
| 104300 mi | P0446 evaporate system. |
| 106500 mi US $3400 |
Vario cam pads needed to be replaced. Water pump replacement. Coil packs cracked. Spark plug tubes leaking. |
2001 Porsche Boxster 2-door
6-cylinder manual 2WD
| 56000 mi | ignition switch had issue, the key failed to turn and was stuck. Happened over a year ago as well so this time was replaced under that repairs warranty |
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