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2004 Porsche Boxster repairs by problem area

Engine (49%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (4%)

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2004 Porsche Boxster repair cost distribution

$2500+ (11%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (27%)

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Porsche Boxster in Slovak Republic Jun 2013 - Jun 2016
Jul 2013 44120 mi €400	noisy on road bumps
Jun 2015 45880 mi €70	Faulty cap on cooling circuit. Vehicle lost about 5 liters of cooling liquid and stalled due to low level of liquid / overheating. Common issue, easy fix.
Oct 2015 45880 mi €450	Driver's window opening mechanism gone. The technician said, that it's common issue on this car.
Apr 2016 45980 mi €480	Cooling system issues - coolant is leaking somewhere under winshield and makes it foggy. Noisy starter - hangs in action after engine start.
May 2016 46500 mi €177	A/C gas is leaking somewhere. Every year I have to fill it - nobody can find where it's leaking... Very strange vibration at cca 3.000rpm and owl-like sounds at 1.800+rpm. The mechanics found out, that "some engine bearing" is on the go, but they can't distinguish which one. Statistics say that 8% of Boxsters die on IMS failure. Selling
Jun 2016 46500 mi €50	Water leaking from under the engine... Some gasket failed. Definitely this is a terrible car !!! Have to sell it immediately. The whole car is one "Unrepaired Problem". Don't ever buy !!! Leaking oil, leaking water, leaking A/C, smells, smokes, makes noises, vibrates... and fails too often !!!

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jan 2010
Jan 2010 51000 mi US $750	2004 Boxter S. Right rear wheel bearing started to howl, I was sure it would have been covered under the 6 year warranty which was still in effect but it wasn't, cost was $750. A week later the left rear started to do the same thing, I got rid of it. Replace left rear wheel bearing. CV boots are leaking and need replacement also.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States May 2010 - Jul 2011
Dec 2010 42000 mi US $800	Water pump was making noise and needed to be replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Kentucky, United States Dec 2009 - Aug 2011
Jul 2010 21000 mi US $5000	Intermediate Shaft Failure

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
Feb 2017 97000 mi US $115	Replaced Air/Oil Separator because car was idling roughly, drawing major vacuum through the crankcase and blew white smoke a few times. Repair was successful and fairly easy.
Feb 2018 100600 mi US $800	Fuel pump failed non-catastrophically. Car was slow to start for a week or two. I assumed that it was the battery due to not driving the car enough. I drove it to Modern Aircooled for a thorough general inspection and oil change, and they identified that the fuel pump was failing to produce needed pressure. The fuel pump was replaced.
Mar 2018 102000 mi US $500	Water pump failed. It was gushing coolant once the system pressurized and caused bad noises. Belt tenioner roller replaced. Bolt was rounded over and required cutting to remove. Cutting the bolt took a very long time due to lack of access. Bolt was replaced with M10x50mm set screw and lock nut due to lack of access. Replacement pulley used was Sebro brand.

Porsche Boxster in Manitoba, Canada Dec 2009 - May 2013
Jun 2012 32860 mi C $450	Window relay stopped working properly

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Porsche Boxster in South Carolina, United States Oct 2018 - Oct 2020
Aug 2018 32155 mi US $3292	The car was inspected and additional repairs were done while doing ims bearing change and while the engine was out. IMS bearing update and new oil separator. $1,777.15 Ims bearing kit L&N $899 Oil separator $162.84
Sep 2020 36132 mi US $2976	The car was giving a Selector lever not engaged warning, and Lights were flashing d and 4 in instrument. The Gear shift mechanism was replaced.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 23000 mi	catastophic rear intermediate shaft failure, resulting in complete engine replacement. Resulted from inherent engine defect in the intermediate shaft design.

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Porsche Boxster in California, United States Aug 2010 - May 2014
Sep 2010 83000 mi US $1700	Remove and replace transmission to replace shift shaft bushings and seals. Was leaking transmission fluid. Seeping oil at intermediate shaft seal. IMS retrofit proactively done while replacing intermediate shaft cover seal. More information: http://www.lnengineering.com/ims.html.
Jun 2011 89000 mi US $700	Front motor mount worn out resulting in clunking and vibration.
Sep 2012 106000 mi US $2200	Precat rattle. Required replacement of exhaust manifold since precat is built into it. No aftermarket available.
Sep 2013 116000 mi US $500	Slightly higher idle (@ ~1k). Infrequent puffs of blue smoke on cold startup. Check engine light. Replaced air/oil separator to correct problem.
Dec 2013 117000 mi US $2100	CEL thrown for catalytic converter failure. Replace catalytic converter. Part of exh manifold. 2 on car. Other one replaced 15 mo earlier.
Jan 2014 US $90	Moisture under truck lid. Coolant Pressure Release Valve (located in trunk next to coolant filler, under plastic cover) was leaking. Significant white residue/crystals of dried coolant around valve. Replaced 2 o'rings. Replace hood and truck supports/shocks. Would not stay up in colder weather.

Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada Dec 2009 - Dec 2017
Oct 2015 29140 mi C $2700	Right rear wheel bearing replaced

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2015
Dec 2010 47000 mi US $800	Water pump was slightly leaking, replaced as preventative measure.
May 2014 65000 mi US $1200	Rear control arms replaced; they were rattling and worn out.

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Dec 2009 - Mar 2022
Feb 2013 49000 mi US $15000	Rod bearings failed. Detected by oil sample analysis. Cams scored. IMS bearing in early failure mode (full of oil). RMS leaking slightly. Replaced rod bearings, IMS bearing, RMS, precautionary replacement of clutch, water pump, thermostat
Jun 2015 77000 mi US $196	Front trunk would not open. Replace actuator Driver side window did not dip. CV boots failed/replaced.
Sep 2015 79000 mi US $750	CV joint boots torn. Replaced.
Jun 2017 93900 mi US $500	Water pump mounting point was leaking. I chose to replace pump. The 90k mile service was about $3000 including the water pump.
Sep 2017 95000 mi	Leaking water pump replaced. I elected to replace the pump as I consider it a regular replacement item after 50k miles. The car then developed overheating problems requiring a flatbed trip back to dealer. The dealer claims it was an air pocket. Where the 1.5 gallons of coolant I added went they won't say. I also burped the system after I added the coolant. The dispute with Leith Porsche continues.
Jun 2018 103000 mi US $10000	02 sensors, plugs, AOS,AOL, IMS bearing replacement of 6 year old replacement, front engine mount, oil and filters. The clutch and flywheel were also failing and were replaced.
Sep 2021 120000 mi US $100	The Bose sound system was repaired by the new owner

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2014
Aug 2014 69000 mi US $55	Coolant leak. Coolant reservoir vent replaced.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Sep 2010 - Dec 2012
Oct 2010 10000 mi US $6507	Catastrophic engine failure due to intermediate shaft failure. Dealer confirmed; known problem but refused to fix b/c out of warranty & 2nd owner. My mechanic rebuilt engine & photodocumented for class-action suit investigation.
May 2011 13700 mi US $110	Clip for guidewire for convertible softtop broke, causing tonneau cover to not close properly which caused scrape in paint on corner of cover and also blocked access to open trunk lid. Clip replaced, paint touched up.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2015
Mar 2015 71000 mi US $3500	RMS was leaking a small amount of oil. I had the IMS upgraded to the L&N dual row bearing(brand new version). At the same time, I elected to replace the clutch; Sachs. 4 CV boots were replaced. Two were badly cracked but I elected to replace all four due to their age.
Jun 2015 72000 mi US $120	Replaced a worn out front engine mount.

Porsche Boxster in Oregon, United States Jul 2017 - Aug 2018
Aug 2018 48000 mi US $90	Expansion tank cap failure. Replaced cap.

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States Jan 2013 - Mar 2018
Jun 2014 52000 mi US $2000	Water pump pulley rattling, replaced pump
Sep 2017 59870 mi US $500	Alternator Busted, New one installed

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Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Dec 2008 - Aug 2012
Apr 2008 44000 mi US $150	Replaced two broken underbody panels. (DIY) Suspect they were broken during the last oil change of the prior owner.
Aug 2008 48000 mi US $350	Remote entry failed on one keyfob.
Jan 2009 50000 mi US $300	CD Player (Becker CDR23) failing intermittently; required repair.
Feb 2010 58800 mi	Headlamp switch failed (interior dash lights intermittent; headlights/taillights normal). Removed and cleaned the internal terminals, then reassembled. DIY. I posted details to renntech.org
Jul 2010 63000 mi	Emissions air-oil separator (AOS) failed, and had to be replaced. Passenger windshield wiper stopped working. Was repaired by tightening the nut holding the wiper arm to the wiper mechanism.
Feb 2011 69800 mi US $30	Left cab top tension rope frayed severely and replaced just prior to complete failure.
Jun 2012 83000 mi US $300	Replaced faulty remote keyfob. Using second broken fob as manual key.
Aug 2012 85000 mi US $8	Engine ran less than smoothly at low throttle settings under some conditions. Cleaned throttle body & tightened several vacuum line connections.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2018
Mar 2015 105000 mi US $500	Air oil separator replaced (original unit)
Apr 2016 110200 mi US $1200	Replaced LCAs. Signs of wear at the right front bushing.
Oct 2017 115000 mi US $2300	AT coolant valve Replaced axles

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Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Apr 2015 63700 mi US $800	replaced a leaking seal
Jul 2016 80500 mi	Rubbing backing plate
Mar 2017 88000 mi	Replaced brake light switch
Jun 2018 102000 mi US $400	replaced front brake pads, also had engine oil change at same time and is included in price

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Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2022
Jul 2009 32000 mi US $45	Moisture in immobilizer control unit under seat, blew fuse, car died. Mechanical part of ignition tumbler failed, car hard to start, replaced ignition switch.
Nov 2011 43000 mi US $104	Numerous false warning llghts, instruments and radio stopped working, car otherwise ran fine, Problem could not be replicated by shop after full OBD scan, problem disappeared entirely, car has run fine ever since.
Aug 2012 47300 mi US $37	Microswitch that prevents car from being started with the clutch out/car in gear failed, needed replacement. Have ordered new switch, but for now simply took the two electrical connections to the microswitch off and jumped them with a two-inch wire.
Sep 2013 52000 mi US $300	Transponder on spare (valet) key became inop, needed to purchase new key head and reprogram all three of the car's keys.
Apr 2014 55000 mi US $1500	Fault in instrument cluster caused battery to go flat overnight--some instrument lights stayed on even though ignition was off and car was locked. Valet key (which I use as an emergency key, taped behind the front license plate) went dead. Would not activate ignition.
Sep 2014 58000 mi US $425	CEL on, found dry-rotted gas-cap seal and also had to replace a shut valve seal, then passed evap. test.
Apr 2016 64700 mi US $44	Left door-latch microswitch unit that controls up/down movement of window when door is opened or closed failed, Replaced unit.
Dec 2017 72000 mi US $600	Technician found two cracked ignition coils and replaced them. Total cost for the shop visit was $1.500, but cost of coils and labor was approx $600 of that. The rest was routine fluid, filters and sparkplugs replacement.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010 34300 mi US $400	failed motormount - known weakness. Replaced with improved unit. PITA job. estimate is parts plus 5 hours of my time
Jan 2012 37300 mi US $140	replaced (self) air-oil-seperator. Done at my convenience as it was slowly degrading.
Feb 2013 50900 mi US $100	Airbag system failure. May be intermittent. Shop would replace clock spring and/or airbag. What i did is take everything apart, inspect, clean contacts, treat with contact treatment (cramolin) and put back together. Voila.
Apr 2013 51300 mi US $100	Airbag failure again (porsche code 41). This time it was seatbelt latch connections, took apart and cleaned, success not confirmed. Might be a 3rd try.
Jul 2013 53200 mi	Chased the wires and found that one connector was rotated 90 degrees.
Mar 2016 62000 mi	fuel venting and recapture system had an error that resulted in a CEL/MIL. Took apart fender liner, checked everything. blew through it - put back together, cleared code, so far so good.
Aug 2016 62000 mi US $1100	Drive linkage (cables, ends) broke. Note this broke under heavy use and was mishandled. However, linkage showed significant wear so it would have eventually failed (maybe years later)

Porsche Boxster in Great Britain Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021 44000 mi	Front and rear links changed. They are known as coffin arms, the large lower links. They can't be re-bushed.
Jun 2022 48000 mi £800	AC compressor failed

Porsche Boxster in Kentucky, United States May 2014 - Jan 2022
Dec 2021 88000 mi US $200	Replace Headlight switch. Headlights would not turn on. Only parking lights lit. High beams worked only if lever was held back. Common problem with Boxsters. Purchased parts from Pelican.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States May 2010 - Apr 2011
Jul 2010 27000 mi US $3800	Fuel pump replacement. Fuel pump replacement, major maintenance, new rear tires
Feb 2011 36000 mi	Fuel pump was incorrectly installed when it was replaced fuel pump re-installed - when new pump was installed during last visit it was done incorrectly and came loose

Porsche Boxster in Alberta, Canada Aug 2011 - Jun 2018
May 2013 60240 mi C $1000	Changed motor carrier (mount)

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 48000 mi US $871	Rebuilt BOSCH Alternator

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Jun 2011 - Jul 2012
Jun 2012 27000 mi US $1000	Bad power steering pump

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Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2013 - Sep 2017
Apr 2014 32000 mi US $1700	rear cv boots
Mar 2016 35000 mi US $400	Replaced turn signal stalk assembly.

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Sep 2012 - Sep 2016
Jun 2013 66000 mi US $350	Replaced second gear detent, popping out of gear
Dec 2014 74000 mi US $3500	Replaced left rear wheel bearing due to wheel noise under load Clattering over bumps, replaced trailing arms Vibration in car at 3200 RPM, replaced engine mount

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2013
Oct 2008 16000 mi US $68	Condensation on coolant tank. Replaced cap and bleeder assembly myself.
Apr 2009 18500 mi US $1040	Replaced Rear main seal---warranty
Apr 2010 25000 mi	Water Pump Replaced
Apr 2012 32700 mi	Rear main seal replaced. Clutch bearing replaced. Extended warranty doesn't cover clutch parts. Horn replaced. Passenger window regulator replaced.
Jul 2012 36700 mi US $100	CV Boots replaced Brake fluid leak fixed
Dec 2012 41000 mi US $585	Fluid leak on seal. rear wheel bearing
Aug 2013 46600 mi	Spring assy broke. Towed to dealer. Covered by extended warranty. 600.00

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2018
Sep 2009 35000 mi	engine seized. intermediate shaft broken. pistons and valves broken thermostat would not open. engine overheated to 213c.
Aug 2012 46300 mi US $500	replace all four cv joint boots, balance front tires
Jun 2014 51000 mi US $253	Replaced struts on front and rear storage compartments
Jun 2016 55000 mi US $300	Headlights not operational. Problem solve and replace the common power supply switch for both headlights.

Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2012 - Sep 2015
Apr 2012 31000 mi	Front Hood Prop cylinders Replaced faulty radiator cap
Nov 2012 36900 mi US $45	Replaced 4 torn CV boots
Sep 2013 41000 mi US $75	Diagnose and repair faulty (cracked) fuel sending unit in fuel tank Replace driver side rear-wheel bearing
Apr 2014 44300 mi US $527	Replace water Pump, top off coolant, bleed cooling system Replaced failed front engine mount. The problem is common, so "while I was in there", I just did this repair too.
Sep 2014 48000 mi US $165	Replaced failed transmission mounts (2)
Feb 2015 49900 mi US $87	Replace faulty,not worn,, rear wheel bearing and all single-use fastners

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States May 2014 - Jul 2018
May 2014 97000 mi US $800	Replaced leaking water pump, replaced thermostat at same time
Jul 2015 118300 mi US $300	AOS Failed
Nov 2015 126000 mi US $703	Replaced l/r CV boots and left axle assy
Sep 2016 141000 mi US $1000	Could smell antifreeze and front window was fogging badly. Received a low coolant warning on start up that went away when car warmed up. Heater core was replaced. Small foam pieces were coming from dash vents. Common issue on 986 - diverter flap is foam padded and the foam deteriorates over time. Replaced foam and taped over it with duct tape while heater core was out.
Dec 2016 146000 mi US $55	replaced faulty LCD display on AC control unit
Jan 2017 130500 mi US $250	replace frunk latch Replace drivers side locking latch inside door (not handle)
Feb 2017 148000 mi US $1400	small leak from brass bushing
Mar 2017 148000 mi US $2300	motor mount - replaced with 987 version new Koni shocks and H&R springs
Jul 2017 149000 mi US $9400	Cracked head: loss of coolant, no intermix of coolant and oil (coolant was being burned in cylinder). Installed used head.
Apr 2018 160000 mi US $1000	Drivers side axle was replaced with OEM Replaced water pump at 65,000 miles
Jul 2018 163000 mi US $600	Coolant fitting failed. Oil cooler oring leaking

Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
May 2010 82000 mi	Intermediate shaft went through the engine. New engine shipped from Germany.
Jul 2010 83000 mi	Ignition switch.

Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States Aug 2015 - Dec 2017
Sep 2015 141000 mi US $110	Replaced actuator release motor for front trunk, it was only opening the trunk intermittently. I also replaced the plastic trim around the trunk latch that was decaying around its edges.
Oct 2015 141200 mi US $10	Engine light came on, car would not run, towed home. Air intake hose was detached from from air filter. Removed hose and Mass Airflow Sensor, and throttle body, cleaned each of them reinstalled with new air filter, car ran like new.
Jan 2017 14633800 mi	Headlights stopped working, removed headlight assembly and cleaned all electrical connectors with electric cleaner spray.
May 2017 147479 mi US $380	Water hose to oil cooler failed causing overheating. Replaced hose and system coolant, also replaced all cooling hoses in the car to avoid additional problems.

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2016 32000 mi US $580	Alternator stopped charging. Replaced.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2015
Jun 2010 50000 mi	Clutch micro switch failed intermitently
Nov 2010 56000 mi US $1100	60K maintenance (paid by owner). cv boots replaced. belt tensioner paid by cpo
Jan 2011 59000 mi US $1100	Check Engine Light
Jan 2014 82000 mi US $10000	Cracked head due to failed water pump. Trying to source new head.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Aug 2009 - Apr 2011
Apr 2011 41000 mi US $2400	Rear main seal (RMS) leaking again. Replacing the RMS requires removing the engine. This cost $1,200 in labor and $20 in parts. The alternator also went out, cost $500 to replace. Suspension boots and spark plugs were also replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Maine, United States Jul 2011 - Jun 2015
Oct 2013 40200 mi US $5000	Bad rear wheel bearing

Porsche Boxster in South Carolina, United States Nov 2020 - Jul 2022
Sep 2021 65000 mi US $100	engine mount and shift linkage
Jul 2022 68000 mi US $4000	Transmission required a rebuild.

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Aug 2009 - Dec 2016
Sep 2009 54000 mi US $200	Drivers door latch failed causing failure of window drop-down function to clear convertible top.
Dec 2011 77000 mi US $800	CV joint boots were torn. Elected to replace both half shafts which cost slightly more than replacing only the boots. Rebuilt transmission, replaced clutch pressure plate, clutch disc, rear main seal, flywheel
Jan 2014 99300 mi	Replaced air-oil separator
Feb 2015 106000 mi US $4550	Replaced rear main seal (slight leak between transmission and engine, $4000. Replaced water pump, $400. Replaced clutch cylinder, $150.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Sep 2009 - Apr 2017
Jul 2009 28500 mi US $1600	RMS leak fixed

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013 69200 mi US $1000	Oil separator valve.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Jun 2021 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 80000 mi US $300	alternator died. replaced it myself

Porsche Boxster in Manitoba, Canada Sep 2014 - Jun 2022
Jul 2017 60140 mi C $250	Replaced a radiator that had a pinhole leak.
Jun 2022 74400 mi C $275	Turn signals failed to self cancel. Replaced the steering column turn signal, cruise control and wiper stalk assembly. Front trunk hood latch was not releasing reliably. Replaced the latch assembly.

Porsche Boxster in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2009
Oct 2007 34000 mi	replaced front lower control arms (trailing arm, wishbone) (covered by CPO)
Jun 2009 57532 mi US $1422	replaced left front upper strut mount bearing, replaced inner and outer cv boots
Jul 2009 59000 mi US $577	replaced beverage holder ($500), new soft-top tension cable ($77)

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Jul 2021 - Oct 2022
May 2022 89000 mi US $1200	The 8 year old water pump failed. Replaced the thermostat, drive belt and also found the plastic engine oil fill line was cracked so replaced.

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Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2017
Oct 2016 52125 mi	Driver window not dropping properly. Replaced driver-side window regulator. Convertible top not operating properly. Both top cover pushrods disconnected. Reconnected pushrods and lubricated top linkage components.
May 2017 53167 mi US $450	Alternator not fully charging battery. Bad diode. Replaced alternator and drive belt.
Aug 2017 53643 mi US $80	Rear trunk lid not staying up. Replaced both struts.

Porsche Boxster in Prince Edward Island, Canada Aug 2009 - Jan 2016
Sep 2009 24166 mi C $471	serp. pull serp. belt washer, bolt
Jul 2013 40400 mi	replacement of alternator
Aug 2013 40920 mi C $775	first alternator did not work, replaced again. charge shown is for initial repair.
Jun 2015 50840 mi C $911	Coarse, scratching noise was coming from the rear area. Deflection roller was faulty Labor was $675.00 part and air-freight was $156.00
Aug 2015 52240 mi C $600	Lower control arms. Left side bushing was defective. replaced left front and right front lower control arms.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2017
Oct 2010 46000 mi US $180	Convertible top came loose in back (obviously previous dumb DIY). Top resettled under rubber seal, glued.
Jan 2011 48000 mi US $956	Top not closing.Mounting rear main top bow for push rod fr. transmission broken off. L/R pushrods bent. Sent for welding: mounting ear + 2 other cracks.Reinstalled bow/top, replacing L/R pushrods, 1 bushing + pushrod sleeve.
Aug 2011 52000 mi US $538	Driver's window hitting top when closing. Driver's window regulator replaced.
Dec 2011 54000 mi US $289	New switch required for headlights. Only fog lights worked. Check engine light on, evidently due to faulty seal on gas cap.

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Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Nov 2013
Dec 2010 27000 mi US $100	Steering was making squeaking noise when turning corners. Problem was not fixed by dealer before selling me the car. Dealer replaced part, but it still squeaks a little.
Feb 2011 29000 mi US $600	Owner noticed a noisy rattle early in January. Mechanic diagnosed it as a water pump problem and replaced it.

Porsche Boxster in Oklahoma, United States Jul 2010 - May 2012
Dec 2011 32000 mi US $397	Check engine light came on. Dealer diagnosed vacuum reservoir and damaged the oil drain plug so an unnecessary oil change was done. I distrusted the dealer and thought it was a commission scam. Only reset warning light, no problem now. Bad dealer!
Apr 2012 32000 mi US $400	Vacuum accumulator had to be replaced because it failed and triggered the CEL.

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States Dec 2014 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017 52000 mi US $3000	Repaired faulty screen for heating and cooling controls and fan.
Jan 2018 52000 mi US $50	Replaced both the low beam bulbs - did the work myself.
Apr 2018 53300 mi	Aligned the headlights. This project only took about 20 minutes.

Porsche Boxster in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2011 - Apr 2013
Oct 2011 54200 mi US $2200	Water pump, constant burning smell in exhaust, panel lights constantly come on -- check engine, airbags, emissions -- some go off after a few months. Faulty panel?Need emissions check/engine lite on.Completely taken apart & put back.Problems
Apr 2013 58000 mi US $2900	Check engine light for PO491 and PO492 - emissions = $900. Assumed oil leak. Took car apart. Found nothing. $2,000. Water pump = $900. The car is now for sale. Repairs are too expensive. Put 7K on it since I bought it with no dash lights on.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015 126000 mi US $550	Replaced the motor mount

Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2015 - Sep 2015
Mar 2015 62000 mi	Chech engine light. Code PO491 PO492. Vac lines off. Replaced air pump relay

Porsche Boxster in United Arab Emirates Jan 2013 - Jun 2013
Feb 2013 95060 mi ¤25	Replace Heater flap valve foam
May 2013 96100 mi ¤50	Roof not retracting replace emerg brake switch

Porsche Boxster in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2012 - Dec 2023
May 2017 113000 mi US $70	Many bolts were frozen and snapped off. Ending up replacing with used hub
Jul 2021 123000 mi	Would only shift up to 4th. Not to 5th. Paddle shifters inoperable. Very hard clunky shifts in forward and reverse. Flashing lights between Manual 4th and Auto D. Disconnecting battery did nothing. Used very old non Porsche OBD II reader found no faults. It was too old to read trani codes. Hit erase error codes, cleared up the problem. Car drives and shifts better than ever! Will check fluid level and condition soon. This trani fluid has 123,000 miles on it!
Nov 2021 123000 mi	Neutral safety multifunction switch replaced. This part from Porsche cost $450! Most cars this part cost under $50. It took me 15 Minutes to repair the old one( drill out six rivets and clean the six tracks and wipers, glue or screw back together)

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Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States Jan 2010 - Nov 2014
Sep 2013 55000 mi US $750	Window regulator Brake light bulb would not seat properly.

Porsche Boxster in South Carolina, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2015 27000 mi US $345	Ignition switch assembly replaced, car would start and all accessories functioned normally, however the key could not be removed from the ignition.

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2022
Apr 2016 50000 mi US $500	Wheel bearing failure

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2022
Feb 2011 50000 mi US $300	Took car in for oil change, replaced serpentine belt and water pump, and R&R oil pan for small leak.
Aug 2014 65500 mi US $13	Top failed to close. Replaced the microswitch under the handbrake. Top failed to close. Replaced the microswitch under the handbrake.
Sep 2015 72000 mi US $165	Replaced the ignition locking mechanism and switch

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2011
Oct 2009 55000 mi US $1500	Leaking RMS and IMS seals both replaced under warranty. Owner replaced worn clutch and flywheel both worn beyond repair or resurfacing.
Dec 2009 57000 mi US $500	Rear spoiler had to be replaced

Porsche Boxster in Quebec, Canada Feb 2005 - Jun 2011
Jan 2005 21756 mi	Foot rest replaced
Feb 2005 21756 mi	Sealing ring F cranks again
Apr 2005 23645 mi	Defective connector fuel pump
Jun 2008 53196 mi	Bleeder O-Ring
Aug 2008 53320 mi	Cooling tank cap replaced
Mar 2010 56803 mi	Front motor mount. Front motor mount

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Aug 2015 69700 mi US $400	Car is overheating. Water Pump failed and was replaced, overheating problem persisted. Still being diagnosed as to the original cause Air bubble in coolant system. System flushed.
Mar 2016 74000 mi US $2400	Alternator failed.

Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2022
Nov 2016 59200 mi US $119	Replaced Oil Separator

Porsche Boxster in Oklahoma, United States Oct 2008 - Aug 2012
May 2008 30000 mi US $40	ignition switch replacement; bought switch on-line and replaced it myself

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 16693 mi US $664	Cracked coolant reservoir replaced. Serpentine belt replaced.

Porsche Boxster in New Mexico, United States May 2014 - Nov 2021
Mar 2015 85000 mi US $1200	Full suspension refresh. End links were on the way out (leaking their grease) and OEM shocks no longer met rebound requirements. Springs were sagging from fatigue. Worn bushings were also replaced at the time as they were found.
Jun 2017 94000 mi US $300	Motor mount was hanging on by a thread. Could feel the motor shift in corners. Motor mount replaced with polyurethane mount for longevity. Mild increase in NVH. One transmission mount was leaking. Replaced both to be on the safe side.
Apr 2018 96000 mi US $500	Chain guide on driver's side head lost a chunk which clogged the oil return port. Disassembly of cam shaft cover required to repair and replace. Oil pan removed to find plastic particulate. All chain guides replaced, chain tensioners replaced.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2018
Jan 2015 126200 mi US $300	Bad ignition coils.
Dec 2015 121000 mi US $250	corroded brake line was leaking. Replaced all rear lines (4 pieces, total).
Mar 2016 123000 mi US $600	fuel pump was replaced
Dec 2017 137000 mi US $550	Bent wheel repairs

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Feb 2011 - Feb 2015
Apr 2012 44500 mi US $210	Turn signal switch broken. Ordered new part on the internet and replaced it myself.
Aug 2012 47500 mi US $3000	Replaced Clutch, throughout bearing etc. Also replaced rear engine seal. $1600. Steering rack leaking. Had to be replaced. $1400.
Jun 2013 52000 mi US $238	Passenger window regulation replaced. Had mechanic come to house. Rebuild old regulator. (plastic 30 cent part)
Dec 2014 61000 mi US $70	Replaced driver side radio speaker

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States Jun 2010 - Dec 2019
Aug 2010 26000 mi US $600	Bad Wheel bearing
Aug 2011 41000 mi US $750	motor for window was replaced
Jan 2013 57000 mi US $100	Temperature regulator broke
Apr 2014 67200 mi US $750	Rt. Window actuator replaced
Jun 2014 68000 mi US $750	Replaced rear lower control arms
Jul 2015 78000 mi US $1600	Front struts replaced
Nov 2016 91000 mi US $2400	Struts and rear wheel bearing
Aug 2017 105000 mi US $700	Replaced wheel bearings

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States Feb 2014 - Sep 2014
Feb 2014 104000 mi US $200	Amos was replaced Replaced rear wheel bearing

Porsche Boxster in Illinois, United States Mar 2011 - Aug 2011
Jun 2011 35000 mi US $55	Replace bad orange LCD display for heater / AC control module. DIY repair to remove control module,disassemble display, and insert new LCD ordered through internet

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Jan 2012 - Oct 2017
Apr 2013 83000 mi US $150	emission (fuel vapor) control valve for fuel tank failed.
Mar 2014 91000 mi US $600	oil separator failed
Jun 2014 95000 mi US $250	replace control arm (balljoint) and trailing arm
Jan 2015 US $139	replace headlight switch
Dec 2015 112000 mi US $1700	both rear wheel bearing replaced and 4 wheel alignment

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Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 57000 mi US $350	AC leaking drain water. Dealer charged just to look at the problem. I told what the problem was still charged. Got rid of the car an hour later.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2012
Oct 2011 23000 mi US $8	Ignition switch no longer dependable. Replacedvwith audi part as recommended on forums.

Porsche Boxster in Great Britain May 2014 - Apr 2017
Aug 2014 56000 mi £700	Suspension noises/clunking - the longitudinal links were replaced and this resolved the problem. Leak into passenger door - door/water seal was replaced and this resolved problem. Cooling system (?) - new fan resistor fitted.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 65000 mi US $2000	Alternator went out

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2012
Sep 2010 45000 mi US $200	Ignition switch (electrical) and steering column lock failed. Replaced entire switch/lock assembly.
May 2012 55900 mi US $250	Mechanical failure of ignition switch - would not release key properly. Replaced entire electrical/mechanical ignition switch assembly.

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Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2014
Dec 2010 62000 mi US $300	Replaced rear lower control arms due to bad bushing in the driver's side. The $300 repair does not include the necessary alignment after repair completed.
Jun 2011 67000 mi US $170	Clutch slave cylinder replaced.
Aug 2011 69000 mi US $1	Driver's window regulator had a broken fitting where a cable enters the power window motor. Rather than purchase a new regulator, I fabricated a new fitting.
Feb 2012 72800 mi US $703	Replaced Clutch Plate, disc, throwout bearing. As a precaution, the IMS bearing, flywheel and rear main seal were replaced as well.
Apr 2012 75000 mi US $850	Replaced the cam housing seals as they were dripping oil onto the exhaust manifolds below.
May 2012 75500 mi US $490	Replaced water pump.
Sep 2012 78000 mi US $676	Coolant expansion tank cracked, leaking coolant into trunk.
Dec 2012 81000 mi US $370	Air/oil separator broke, spewing a cloud of smoke Q couldn't have duplicated in James Bond's Aston Martin on his best day.
Jul 2013 86200 mi US $513	Water pump began leaking slightly around the shaft. I replaced the pump in May 2012, 10,020 ago but made the mistake of purchasing a pump through USA Parts, who didn't warranty the pump. Purchased this pump from Pelican Parts. Be forewarned.
Jan 2014 81000 mi US $900	IMS bearing preventively replaced at 72k failed. Bucked while driving at slow speed, later had pool of oil under car. The bearing was mostly in place but a couple of the balls were missing and the race was scored pretty badly. Replaced both window regulators.

Porsche Boxster in Wisconsin, United States Nov 2009 - Sep 2012
May 2011 19000 mi US $54	Alternator voltage regulator died and was replaced with Bosch unit. Alternator voltage regulator needed replacement.

Porsche Boxster in Puerto Rico Aug 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010 57000 mi US $40	Broken cable for cab top
Apr 2011 60000 mi US $300	Check Engine Light came on, ran scan, showed mass Air flow Sensor, bought new sensor and installed. 20 minute job, total cost of part $300. All OK Now!
May 2011 60000 mi US $25	Ignition key stuck in lock. When able to forcefully remove, some of the accessories stayed on and drain battery overnight. Ordered new electrical part that plugs into rear of dash lock $25, and installed myself, problem solved.
Aug 2011 60000 mi US $100	Faulty (removeable) Faceplate on Porsche Becker Radio. Replaced same with one (like new) fron Ebay! Worked Perfectly.
Mar 2014 60000 mi US $300	Fuel Pump went bad. Found an OEM on Ebay and replaced it myself in about half a day. Window (drivers side)would go down when door was opened & latch pulled but not stay down the 1/2 inch to clear top. replaced window actuator from Ebay. Total Cost $50. Total Time 3 hrs.

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Nov 2009 - Aug 2020
Jun 2013 81000 mi US $900	Alternator not charging. Replaced alternator. Idler pulley, tensioner pulley, serpentine belt
Jun 2014 88000 mi US $2200	clutch, flywheel

Porsche Boxster in South Carolina, United States Jul 2009 - Nov 2009
Aug 2009 55000 mi US $300	CV boots needed to be replaced
Oct 2009 59000 mi US $19	Headlight replacement
Nov 2009 59000 mi US $700	Cracked Expansion Tank

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jan 2011 - Sep 2013
Mar 2013 83000 mi US $240	The Air Oil Separator failed and was replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jul 2003 - Mar 2010
Mar 2003 10000 mi	rear main seal
Jun 2004 18000 mi	rear main seal rear drivers side wheel bearing valve cover gasket leak
Sep 2004 19000 mi	rear main seal, passenger window regulator
Oct 2006 25000 mi	valve cover gasket oil leak, convertable top tear
Jun 2008 45000 mi US $100	both rear cv joint replacement, oil leak horn replacement
Aug 2009 61000 mi US $9000	valve sticking, timing chain failure motor mount failure IMS failure

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 68000 mi US $500	Replaced oxygen sensors
Dec 2009 71000 mi US $225	Replaced alternator Replaced wiper motor

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Aug 2009 - Feb 2018
Sep 2009 39000 mi	Transmission is currently being REPLACED after it spent 7 weeks in shop being torn down and re-built 4/18/09 to 7/6/09. Problem with shifting was not corrected despite another stay with dealer for 1 week 7/12 to 7/19/09. They now will replace it.
Jul 2010 42000 mi US $898	Ignition switch (mechanical tumbler) died, so car could not reliably be started, and lights did not work when running. Ignition switch module replaced (part was $525). Also oil change and brake fluid replacement.
Aug 2010 43000 mi US $1580	First Catalytic converter on bank 1 was failing. As this is one piece with the headers, headers were replaced as well. Part cost $1295
May 2011 45000 mi US $2817	Leaking power steering reservoir. 6 hours labor at $119/hr plus parts Independent shop 4 years ago changed rear rotors without using anti-seize compound for mounting caliper bolts. Bolts were seized and stripped the threads on the hub carriers. Required completely new hub carriers, bearings, speed sensors.
May 2012 49200 mi US $637	Fuel level sender in gas tank stopped working. Diagnosed as faulty, and replaced. 1 trip to dealer for diagnosis (1 hour) and 1 trip for replacement after waiting 1 week for parts ($305). Works fine now.
Sep 2012 50175 mi US $197	Power steering pump developed leak and failed. This had happened April 2011, as well. Fluid reservoir and high-pressure hose melted due to over-heating at the track. Problem repaired and under-drive pulley installed to prevent recurrence. Power steering pump reservoir again developed a leak while at the track (Watkins Glen). As it had been replaced previously 1 year ago, dealer replaced it under parts warranty. I paid for installation of underdrive pulley to prevent this.
Apr 2013 52000 mi US $1120	Power steering high pressure lines to steering rack leaking. Needed to be replaced.
Sep 2013 56000 mi US $321	Cracked U-joint boots leaking grease. Remove, replace, re-pack with grease.
Nov 2013 56000 mi US $2891	Replaced clutch and flywheel. Worn clutch and throwout bearing. Replaced intermediate shaft bearing with upgraded part. Replaced rear main seal (2nd time).
May 2014 57000 mi US $1203	Replaced rear sway-bar bushings and brackets after some bolts backed out and these fell off the car somewhere on the roads of upstate NY. Labor provided by myself.
Aug 2014 58000 mi US $940	Replace immobilizer module under drivers seat after it got wet in downpour. Car would not start as anti theft unit was shorted out by water.
Aug 2015 62000 mi US $15800	Engine blew at Watkins Glen. Dropped a valve, possibly con rod. NOT due to over-rev. Not a reliable car, even given track use. Every moving part except for rods, pistons and camshafts replaced, plus oil cooler, air-oil separator, water and oil pump.
Mar 2017 65000 mi US $475	Cracked and leaking CV boots on left half shaft. Replacing entire half shaft was $70 more than doing just the boots, at 65,000 mi., so replaced unit.
Jun 2017 66000 mi	Left halfshaft and CV joints re-replaced. Chinese part failed after 450 miles of use, and was replaced by independent repair shop at no cost. To be fair, 250 of those miles were track miles at Watkins Glen. Replacement part was sourced from another supplier, but has only gone 200 miles so far...

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Oct 2009 - Dec 2016
Sep 2010 36000 mi US $3300	Oil leak---RMS replaced. Upon disassembly for Problem 1(RMS), mechanic said flywheel wobbly and clutch worn. Had both replaced.
Sep 2011 41000 mi US $550	Airbag warning light. Diagnose problem. Order seatbelt buckle and wiring harness. Driver seat heater not functioning. Heater element ordered. Parts installed - seatbelt buckle and wiring harness. Driver seat heater element installed.
Aug 2012 44600 mi US $30	Ignition switch mushy, would not return to run position. Part ordered online and replaced by me.
Sep 2016 60000 mi	At hwy speed RPMs would drop suddenly, no throttle response. To shoulder, restart after 30 secs. 3x in 200 mile trip. Enroute to repair shop, 2x, 2nd time required tow (1/4 mile, ugh). Fuel pump, relay, oil separator. 700 miles, all good. Fuel gauge not working. Indie had snagged sender when replacing fuel pump in previous repair. Used zip ties to hold cables, solved.

Porsche Boxster in Arizona, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009 78000 mi US $300	Coolant pump seal failure - replaced pump. Replaced thermostat and serpentine belt.

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2011
Sep 2009 72000 mi US $700	Replaced starter
Dec 2010 83000 mi US $1000	Hose to water pump ruptured. Will replace water pump also since original is on borrows time at 83k miles.
Feb 2011 83000 mi US $2700	Steering pump replaced. Possibly related to track use, as this places more stress on the pump. Installed underdrive pulley with new pumpt to reduce chance this will happen again.

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada Feb 2011 - May 2011
May 2011 93000 mi C $2600	main seal, clutch and bearing seal

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States May 2013 - Mar 2015
Jul 2013 117700 mi US $600	Inner CV Boots torn. Replacing boots required removing both axles. 5 hours. Oil Filler Tube torn. Caused oil smell from getting on exhaust and vacuum leak. Replaced and degreased engine - this is $265 of the $900.
Oct 2013 121300 mi US $72	Replaced air oil separator (AOS) to eliminate sporadic smoke on startup. Replaced spark plug tubes to fix oil leak.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Feb 2018 - Dec 2018
Aug 2018 46000 mi US $30	Replaced ignition switch. Key would not release from ignition without jiggling for a while.
Dec 2018 47000 mi US $60	Replaced front trunk hood struts Replaced rear trunk lid support struts

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States Nov 2014 - Aug 2017
Dec 2014 69000 mi	horn not working fixed
Oct 2015 71200 mi	shocks tie rods mounts bearings
Oct 2016 75000 mi	tune up, mas replaced front left wheel liner replaced

Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States Oct 2012 - Jul 2018
May 2018 49000 mi US $2000	Wheel bearing, torn cv boots,

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Mar 2012 - Jun 2018
Jun 2013 70000 mi US $20	had to replace ignition switch, second one in 2 years. doable by yourself, but a PITA. Take the seat out...
Sep 2013 72000 mi US $1200	Rebuilt entire suspension (struts, sway bars, springs), as the struts were shot (one leaking). Upgraded to ROW M030.
May 2014 74000 mi US $120	Replaced door latch assembly with micro switch
Feb 2015 75000 mi US $200	Torn inner CV boots on both sides. Second time (first at 35K)
Sep 2016 78000 mi US $80	Driver window regulator died: wouldn't drop the window enough. Installed salvage regulator from forum member.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jan 2014 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015 56000 mi US $20000	IMS bearing died and took entire engine with it. Car is a piece of junk. Will NEVER own another Porsche! Watch out if you are looking to buy one...worst car ever owned. They are cheap for a reason - they are junk! "Perfection" my butt!

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2012
May 2011 61540 mi US $470	The rear plastic window was badly cracked and leaking water. I replaced the entire convertible top. The front trunk release is working intermittently. I have not yet fixed it. Replaced convertible top for cracks in plastic rear window.
Jan 2012 65800 mi US $404	Worn rear trailing arm bushings caused a rattle. Replaced arms.

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Aug 2011 - Mar 2016
Mar 2014 43000 mi	Just returned from 3800 mile road trip. Wiper over drivers side stopped working. I tightened the bolt holding it on the motor shaft and problem was solved in 10 mins. Car ran great on trip. Very fun.

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Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2015
Jan 2010 56000 mi US $300	LF wheel bearing replaced
May 2010 57000 mi US $25	Replaced Change Over Valve to eliminate 1411 and 0410 OBD codes. Actually found broken vacuum pipe and fixed it too at no cost.
Nov 2010 60000 mi US $100	Symptom was intermittent low beam headlight operation. Diagnosed with help from PedrosBoard.com and determined problem was light switch. Replaces switch myself with instructions from Pedrosgarage.com
May 2011 63000 mi US $400	Check Engine Light with Codes 0410 and 1411 indicating a problem with the air injection system. Mechanic replaced vacuum tank and cut over valve.
Jun 2011 64000 mi US $25	Replaced brake light switch by brake pedal. 2 hours to diagnose and replace the switch. Part cost $25.
May 2015 78000 mi US $160	coolant control valve for tiptronic transmission broke and had to be replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Victoria, Australia Mar 2010 - Nov 2012
Nov 2010 66960 mi A $600	Alternator needed to be replaced

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada Oct 2009 - Dec 2014
Nov 2009 79980 mi C $10	Replaced five tail light bulbs. Took about ten minutes per side.
Jun 2011 82460 mi C $125	Vacuum leak, hose cracked. Easy repair.
Dec 2013 89900 mi C $35	Replaced oil filler tube, leaking.
Dec 2014 92380 mi C $200	Vacuum leak

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Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 51000 mi	Cracks were found in the exhaust manifold covered under factory waranty by the 8 year/80,000 emissions warranty.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Jul 2009 - Sep 2009
Feb 2009 48000 mi	Replaced Engine (IMS Failed)

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
May 2015 55600 mi US $1400	Replace water pump, thermostat
Aug 2016 59000 mi US $50	Left rear turn signal bulb burned out
Apr 2018 62000 mi US $500	replace ignition switch

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016 59000 mi	Replaced ims, rms, water pump, thermostat, tiptonic service to repair a gasket leak, 4 wheel alignment, and 60k service. Total of $6,000.
Jun 2016 60000 mi US $1000	Vacuum reserve leak, new tank installed. Routine AC evacuation and recharge.
Jul 2017 63000 mi US $1800	Mass air flow sensor replacement, air oil separator replacement

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada Sep 2014 - Jun 2015
Sep 2014 90520 mi C $1500	Loud thump going over bumps. Two issues were repaired. New CV joints (all 4) were installed along with both rear control arms.
May 2015 91760 mi	No work done, estimate only. Approx. repair >$2500 Potential issue with IMS or sliders. Issue with Wheel Bearing, struts mounts and other misc. stuff. Estimate done > $1200.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2017
Sep 2010 105000 mi US $75	check engine light showed intake leak. Visual inspection discovered cracked vacuum tube which goes from the intake manifold to the brake booster.
Jul 2011 123000 mi US $100	Replaced AOS separater
Nov 2016 203900 mi	Alternator failed.
Jul 2017 208000 mi US $755	AOS failure

Porsche Boxster in Alabama, United States Feb 2009 - Nov 2010
Oct 2009 52000 mi US $200	repair broken pop out cup holder
Oct 2010 85000 mi US $4500	AIR OIL SEPERATOR FAILED. CAR BLEW GOBS OF SMOKE AND HYDROLOCKED THE MOTOR.

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Porsche Boxster in Nebraska, United States Jul 2003 - Jun 2022
Jul 2003 11833 mi	Rear Main Seal replaced under warranty due to oil leak.
Nov 2010 60000 mi	Rear main seal had a very slight leak; replaced under third-party extended warranty before warranty expires in December.
Jul 2013 78300 mi US $125	Air-Oil Separator was showing early signs of failing (check engine light, squeak from engine compartment, high vacuum evident when attempting to remove oil cap with engine running.) Ordered Air-Oil Separator and replaced it myself.

Porsche Boxster in Slovenia Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 75640 mi	Replaced 2 headlight bulbs. Fixed a rattle in the exhaust (heat shield.)

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2019
May 2010 57000 mi US $600	A/C system shutting down on moderate acceleration Clattering noise on rough pavement Tech noticed water pump leaking Water pump replaced cured leak Added refrigerant, replaced low speed fan and low speed fan relay
Oct 2010 58300 mi US $950	Taken in for headlight adjustment, observed RMS/IMS oil leak. Teardown revealed IMS leak, worn clutch Replaced RMS with factory part, replaced IMS with LN Engineering Retrofit Kit, replaced clutch (wear item), replaced case half screws Tech cracked plastic rear window when putting top into service position. Negotiated bill credit and owner to replace top. Plastic window cracked during previous visit to shop. Owner purchased used 2003 top w/glass window and retrofitted to 2002 vehicle.
Apr 2012 64200 mi	Power mirrors did not work. Checked fuse and appeared good. Pulled switch and tested. Voltage present under no load. When switch plugged in, voltage dropped. Pulled fuse to inspect and found corroded tabs. Replaced fuse, mirrors fixed.
Jun 2012 65000 mi US $6	Convertible top would not close. Diagnosed to handbrake switch. Replaced switch.
Jun 2014 72000 mi US $130	Headlight switch failed
Jun 2015 74000 mi US $105	Window regulator, not motor, failed. Window operation was erratic, would go down when up button was pressed, etc. Replaced regulator.

Porsche Boxster in Louisiana, United States Jul 2009 - Jan 2013
Apr 2010 29000 mi US $200	Replaced outer tie rod ends

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Sep 2007 - Jan 2014
May 2007 32000 mi US $1000	Replaced alternator
Mar 2013 50000 mi US $4500	My ims bearing was leaking due to the flange. The bearing was in good condition though also replaced. The starter was making noise. The thermostat was causing the car to run a little warmer. The water pump was slightly worn, but still fine.
Oct 2013 50000 mi US $125	Drivers side cam cover leaking slightly , tightened bolts. Left alone.

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States Oct 2014 - Feb 2017
Oct 2014 86000 mi US $2054	Clutch replacement, car still had original clutch so not unanticipated. Exhaust has to be removed to access the clutch and some bolts were too corroded to remove so had to be drilled out so there was more labor charge than expected.
Sep 2015 93000 mi US $565	Front sway bar links needed replacing, oil change performed. Been noticing strange howl noise at 2400-2800: computer scanned, no codes everything okay, most likely an air intake resonance comes and goes but no worries
Sep 2016 102000 mi US $640	Removed cat. heat shields which were rattling, replaced battery, oil change

Porsche Boxster in South Dakota, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 37400 mi US $1800	New struts,strut mounts,bump stops,boots.Tires balanced,4 wheel alignment. New struts,strut mounts,bump stops,boots.Tires balanced,4 wheel alignment

Porsche Boxster in Michigan, United States Oct 2010 - Jul 2016
Jan 2011 48100 mi US $2800	Engine rear main seal leak. Replace rear main seal, LN engineering IMS bearing upgrade (original bearing badly worn), clutch work + transmission input shaft seal. Brake/clutch fluid flush. Replaced air to oil separator, all tubes (leak) + spark plugs. Engine rear main seal leak. Replace rear main seal, LN engineering IMS bearing upgrade, clutch work + transmission input shaft seal. Brake/clutch fluid flush. Air to oil separator replacement. Replace all tubes (leak) + all 6 spark plug
May 2011 49000 mi US $400	Rear window cracked. The plastic gets old and brittle. It was colder night (temperature was around 55F) and I opened the top. My keyless entry remote also does not work (pretty common issue with the circuit board inside the key fob goes bad). I have no plan on fixing them (dealer want $250 per key and $95 to program it).
Apr 2012 49300 mi US $2300	Replace water pump, thermostat. Front engine mount rubber cracked. High pitch noise from left rear wheel bearing.
Jul 2012 51000 mi US $300	Right rear wheel bearing replaced
Aug 2012 51200 mi US $450	Front left wheel bearing noise. engine oil filler tube leak.engine does not idle properly.
Oct 2012 52000 mi US $2400	Front end made clunking noise. Upper strut mounts were bad. Replaced strut mounts, struts, control arms, track arms, tie rods, drop links for all 4 corners.
Apr 2013 53200 mi US $1060	Convertible tension cable jammed to its rail. Top did not close properly. Water leak due to gap between rail and tension cable.

Porsche Boxster in Indiana, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2022
Jul 2009 41500 mi US $100	Headlight switch
Sep 2009 42500 mi US $15	electrical connector for ignition switch
May 2017 92000 mi US $300	Crank position sensor
Mar 2021 102000 mi US $10	clip for wind deflector

Porsche Boxster in Quebec, Canada Jul 2010 - Apr 2012
Aug 2010 39680 mi C $125	Car would not start occasionally. After 10 mins of just sitting there, the car would start. It was found that the clutch switch was defective and was replaced at the dealer.
Aug 2011 41540 mi C $680	Changed passenger window regulator and brake pads. Still love the car.
Oct 2011 41640 mi C $800	Replaced the transfer case seal.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Apr 2015 - Sep 2016
Aug 2015 122100 mi US $155	A wire connecting the emissions came loose and tripped a check engine light. Shop fixed, light came back same day.
Aug 2016 129000 mi US $2500	The air pump on the emission went out, check engine light, won't pass inspection. About $1000 to fix. The AC condenser needed replacement, $1200.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jun 2014 - Dec 2015
Jun 2014 114000 mi	new front engine mount, exhaust manifold leak, spark plugs & tubes, replaced purge valve, cleared fault codes.
Jul 2014 114200 mi US $950	CE light on; engine surging. Diagnosis: air oil separator, last replaced 4 years & 14K miles ago.

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Feb 2011 - Mar 2012
Jun 2011 71000 mi US $1000	Rattling noise from engine. Water pump and belt tensioners broken/worn out. Replaced water pump, thermostat. Replaced tensioners. Belt was replaced recently.

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Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010 67000 mi US $216	alternator went bad. replaced and all is well.

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Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States Dec 2019 - Jun 2022
Feb 2020 55000 mi US $600	Replaced original front and rear pads and rotors, brake fluid.
Jan 2022 56000 mi US $500	Replaced plugs, coil packs and air oil separator

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Jun 2017 - Feb 2019
Oct 2017 91987 mi US $5108	Transmission failure. Used transmission and new shifter cables installed

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Aug 2010 - Oct 2011
Dec 2010 51000 mi US $300	Replaced Coolant reservoir

Porsche Boxster in Oregon, United States Apr 2010 - Dec 2011
Oct 2011 85000 mi US $400	Water pump failure Inner and outer CV boots torn.

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada May 2004 - Jun 2022
Aug 2004 40920 mi	Replaced RMS - leaking warranty
Apr 2005 43400 mi	Dealer Replaced stereo head unit under warranty. LED Display screen failed
Jul 2005 43400 mi	Dealer Replaced RMS again - warranty
May 2011 67580 mi C $500	CEL came on. O2 sensor replaced.
Jul 2012 69440 mi C $3600	Steering rack had a bad bearing and leaked. Replaced rack with Porsche refurb New MAF and air regulator plus intake manifold gasket
May 2014 71920 mi C $800	Electric mirrors stopped working - short circuit in system. Had broken wire in back up light circuit which took 6 hours to locate.
May 2015 73160 mi C $2000	Replaced clutch and pressure plate. There was a noticeable rattling noise. Second clutch...first one was done by Porsche dealer at 56,000 km. Replaced IMS bearing while the clutch was being repaired.
Oct 2019 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. Car was jumping all over the road. Very unstable. Required all wheel alignment. Fixed it nicely.

Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2022
May 2010 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.
Dec 2011 66000 mi US $500	Check engine light. bad oxygen sensor on bank two, rear, but replaced both rears sensors
Mar 2012 69000 mi US $1200	Tie rod and bushings worn out. Replaced with M030 ROW suspension modification rather than stock parts.
Aug 2013 79000 mi US $400	bad motor mount cv joint boot
Oct 2014 80300 mi US $2200	Flywheel replaced. Did clutch ahead of time as there was some wear
May 2016 85000 mi US $400	Ignition switch repair. Plastic part on rear of switch replaced. Common problem with m96 cars
Oct 2017 86000 mi US $1000	Mass air flow sensor, coil packs
Jun 2022 91000 mi US $1100	Immobiliser not functioning replaced and reprogrammed

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Sep 2010 - Sep 2016
Oct 2010 60000 mi US $550	Oil separator failed and was replaced
Mar 2011 67000 mi US $1100	Broken shift linkage. Gears could not be changed, so linkage was replaced
Jan 2012 69000 mi US $640	Replace rear wheel bearing on drivers side Bad oxygen sensor
May 2013 71000 mi US $100	Repaired leak in Windshield washer system
Jun 2013 71000 mi US $1000	Water pump bearing failed
Oct 2013 71200 mi US $1200	needed new catalytic converter

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2012 36000 mi US $110	Light switch failed showing flash of headlights, followed by inoperable headlights. Light switch replaced.
Mar 2014 39000 mi US $180	Emissions bank 1-3 pre cat 02 sensor

Porsche Boxster in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2011 - Oct 2016
Nov 2011 105000 mi US $890	Synchro 2nd gear New rear window Water pump failure
Mar 2013 108000 mi US $271	rework of transmission over rebuild. while in transmission replaced a bearing, that was marginal.
Apr 2013 108000 mi US $380	Air/Oil Seperator filure

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States May 2011 - May 2011
May 2011	Blown head gasket led to overheating of motor, 3 months after $1200 major service.

Porsche Boxster in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2015
May 2011 100000 mi US $800	Rear wheel bearings bad and replaced rear brakes as well
Jun 2011 101000 mi US $250	o2 sensor pre cat
May 2013 110000 mi US $2600	along with some o2 sensors leaking oil pressure sending unit

Porsche Boxster in Arizona, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2022
May 2011 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.
Jun 2011 61000 mi US $3007	Clutch adjustment; shift linkage repair and adjustment; clutch inspected and flywheel replaced.
Aug 2011 61200 mi US $1500	Rear window detached ... leaked into interior. Top completely replaced eith new glass window
Oct 2011 61950 mi US $25	seat heater switches had come loose and dropped into the center console. R&R the console, reattached the switches to their mounting clips. replaced worn tonneau cover - reinstalled two retaining zutz fasteners on the dashboard - removed and reinstalled existing fasteners on the auto body (4)with fresh sealant - intalled new cover on auto ($100 purchased on ebay) seat heater switches had come loose and dropped into the center console. R&R the console, reattached the switches to their mounting clips.
Nov 2012 64200 mi US $190	Low battery causing alarm system issues
Jan 2018 69000 mi US $750	Electric window sensor - intermittently worked
Mar 2018 69000 mi US $300	Charging issues
Jun 2022 72000 mi US $3000	Replace water pump and hoses; system flush Replace washer fluid reservoir

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jan 2010 - Jul 2014
Feb 2010 76000 mi US $120	Replaced right rear wheel bearing Replaced ignition switch Replaced headlight switch
Sep 2011 91000 mi US $100	Air/Oil separator blew. Replaced.
Feb 2012 95300 mi US $1000	Worn ball joint on both front lower control arms.
Sep 2012 103000 mi US $2600	Hydraulic unit (abs/psm control) developed fluid leak Headlight mounting bracket broke
Apr 2013 103000 mi US $250	Self-installed hydraulic unit. Went to dealer to have it activated by Porsche PIWIS system. Charged $250, probably took them five minutes.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2016
Nov 2011 27523 mi US $679	Replaced Airbag Control Unit and clockspring, replaced contact unit for horn and airbag. Replaced Airbag Control Unit and clockspring, replaced contact unit for horn and airbag.
Mar 2015 35000 mi US $495	Replaced CV joint boots, CV joint was fine
May 2015 36000 mi US $250	Oxygen Sensor , pre-CAT , passenger side
Apr 2016 38000 mi US $25	Replaced both horns, one horn had failed so it would not pass inspection

Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2009 - Jul 2012
Oct 2009 27900 mi C $850	left wheel bearing was noisy
Sep 2010 31620 mi C $195	defective micro switch in door lock mechanism causing fault with window up/down
Jun 2012 44020 mi C $50	Cv boots replaced

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Sep 2010
Aug 2009 47000 mi US $155	Replaced failed motor mount.
Sep 2009 49000 mi US $90	7Replaced blown Air Oil Separator (AOS)
Oct 2009 49000 mi US $460	I replaced the original alternator, a remanufactured alternator, on a previous repair and the replacement unit also failed. I had to purchase another (more expensive Bosch Reman alternator) as the initial remanuf. vendor had none it their system.
Jan 2010 US $2700	Rear main seal all wheel bearings flywheel, clutch, half shaft boots

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Oct 2017
Mar 2010 70000 mi US $730	Water Pump failed. Replaced Water pump, serpentine belt and new antifreeze
Dec 2010 78000 mi US $1800	Check engine light and rough running idle; MAF cleaning and catalytic converter replacement
Oct 2011 84300 mi US $500	Drivers side door power window regulator.
May 2012 89500 mi US $300	Replace Oxygen Sensor before Catalytic converter

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2009 51000 mi US $500	Broken motor mount
May 2014 58000 mi US $300	Pre-cat oxygen sensor failed, replaced

Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Jun 2010 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).
Jul 2010 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.
Apr 2011 58000 mi US $80	Heard a whining sound from R front, suspected wheel bearing. Replaced bearing, problem solved. Note: I bought a SIR tool to do this job -- $320. (Suspect eventually I will need to do other bearings on this car!)
Jul 2011 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.
Nov 2011 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.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Aug 2009 - Jan 2016
Sep 2009 68000 mi US $1500	failed tensioner pulley for serpentine belt
Dec 2009 70000 mi US $9000	Rod bearing failure requiring engine replacement
Jan 2016 84000 mi US $3000	replace clutch and flywheel

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada Nov 2009 - Jan 2012
May 2011 43400 mi C $1400	needed O2 sensor

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 110000 mi US $400	Front drop links worn, replaced.
Apr 2010 112000 mi	Failed water pump.
Jul 2010 117000 mi	Four front control arms replaced to eliminate clunking noise.

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Jul 2009 - May 2010
Aug 2009 41000 mi US $2200	The catalytic converter on bank 2 failed requiring manifold and cat replacement.
Feb 2010 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.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jan 2014
Nov 2013 133100 mi US $600	MAF sensor failed
Dec 2013 135000 mi US $1100	Alternator dead

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2016
Jan 2012 103500 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.
May 2012 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.

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2012
Oct 2009 57000 mi US $720	replaced LR wheel bearing

Porsche Boxster in Arizona, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2018
Jul 2016 42000 mi US $200	Cracked rear CV joints. Removed rear axles from vehicle, replaced and repacked inner CV joints, re-booted outer CV joints
Jul 2017 46000 mi US $1100	Replaced rear wheel bearings due to rear driver side wheel bearing being dead
Mar 2018 48000 mi US $300	Replaced passenger side window regulator due to window not dropping upon opening, and grinding noise when rolling window up and down.

Porsche Boxster in Michigan, United States Sep 2013 - Jul 2017
Sep 2014 68000 mi US $200	Passenger side window auto up down for top seating quit. Required replacement of regulator.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Mar 2014 - Jun 2015
Dec 2014 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.
May 2015 71000 mi US $750	Replace split shaft boots

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2016
Jun 2015 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.

Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States Apr 2015 - Apr 2018
Oct 2015 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.
Feb 2016 74000 mi US $160	The alternator went bad and had to be replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Feb 2012 - Feb 2015
Sep 2012 67000 mi US $3500	Catalytic converter in the exhaust headers began to rattle annoyingly. Replaced the headers. Eye wateringly pricey.
Nov 2012 69000 mi US $160	I purchased a modified 2nd gear detent to fix the common 2nd gear grinding/popout problem. Second gear still needs some finesse, but it's better than a multi $K repair.
May 2013 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.
Jun 2013 79000 mi US $1400	Clutch pedal suddenly went soft and clutch began slipping a lot within 100 miles of the incident. Replaced clutch, throw out bearing, and pressure plate. Flywheel looked okay. Did not replace oem IMS bearing.
Sep 2013 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.
Jan 2014 88000 mi US $400	Car overheated after sitting during a particularly cold spell. The water pump impeller had broken. New water pump installed.

Porsche Boxster in Missouri, United States Feb 2012 - Mar 2014
Apr 2012 89000 mi US $1500	Had to replace manual transmission, due to bad second gear
May 2012 92000 mi US $200	big puff of white smoke on start up, common problem, I've done this twice with this car.
Oct 2013 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

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Nov 2015 - Dec 2015
Nov 2015 43000 mi US $12050	cracked head

Porsche Boxster in Illinois, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2014
Jan 2014 US $500	wheel bearing

Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2009 - Mar 2016
Nov 2009 57124 mi C $1147	Waterpump, thermostat, and sway bar bushing replacement.
Sep 2012 74101 mi C $889	Convertible top repair (cables and operating rods).
Nov 2014 80291 mi C $175	Replaced right side radiator fan.
Jun 2015 82460 mi C $35	Coolant recovery tank cracked, spilling coolant into the rear trunk area. Front left radiator fan not working. Replace front hood struts.
Jul 2015 78260 mi C $300	Alternator pulley seized, also replace worn tensioner pulley and lower idler pulley. Replace air/oil separator.
Sep 2015 82460 mi C $293	Power steering pump squealing
Nov 2015 57044 mi C $1793	Drive belt, Air Injection Valve, Rear pads and rotors.

Porsche Boxster in South Australia, Australia Sep 2012 - Dec 2015
Sep 2014 104780 mi A $1200	Replace water pump and serpentine belt $960.00. Service at same time. $$240.00.

Porsche Boxster in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2012 - Jun 2022
May 2013 99300 mi US $535	AOS Air Oil Separator needed replacement Code reappeared 50 miles later, MAF - Mass Air Flow sensor
Sep 2013 105000 mi US $627	Driver side window regulator broke.
Apr 2014 107200 mi US $644	Replaced left rear wheel bearing.
Jul 2015 115300 mi US $517	Thermostat failed and engine overheated. Dealer replaced thermostat, radiator cap and re-filled coolant system.
Jun 2016 122000 mi US $306	Replaced both catalytic converters Replaced O2 sensor.
May 2018 134000 mi	Oil pan drain plug replaced.
Aug 2018 135000 mi US $28	Replaced low-beam bulb
Aug 2019 142000 mi US $21	Re-glued driver's side mirror to backing
Jun 2020 146000 mi US $1247	Replaced air pump control valve and oil pressure sensor
Sep 2020 147000 mi	Replaced heater core
Jun 2021 148000 mi US $2151	Vacuum lines, seals and hoses replaced
Jul 2021 148000 mi US $1387	Replaced radiator fan, fuse and resistor
Aug 2021 148000 mi US $485	Steering lock switch needed replacement

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States May 2013 - Jul 2016
Jun 2013 90000 mi US $1340	CV boots were old and torn, some pretty badly. I went ahead and had the axles swapped out.
Aug 2013 92800 mi US $300	Remote lock on the the key doesn't work. Mechanic says key seems to be functioning fine per his tester. The computer was throwing a code for the receiver in the car. Replaced the receiver and it still doesn't work. There was a broken aluminum support in the rear frame area of the car. I bought a used replacement part and had the mechanic install it.
Sep 2013 93000 mi US $400	Replaced key and key remote and had a second remote/key cut.
Nov 2013 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.
Oct 2014 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.
Apr 2015 108700 mi US $980	An air pump that provides clean air into the exhaust stream to reduce emissions was malfunctioning and was replaced.
Nov 2015 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.
Dec 2015 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.
Feb 2016 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.

Porsche Boxster in Alabama, United States Oct 2012 - Sep 2014
Nov 2012 68300 mi US $220	Light switch would not turn on the low beams. Switch replaced. Part cost $150.

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Porsche Boxster in Montana, United States Sep 2009 - Sep 2011
Jul 2010 89000 mi US $470	secondary air system, bad crossover valve and solenoid
Aug 2010 89300 mi US $700	Repair emissions system.
Jun 2011 92000 mi	Convertible top became inoperable when a spring lock fell out of the support arms. Owner replaced the spring lock and reinstalled the top. Worked.

Porsche Boxster in Texas, United States Jun 2013 - Mar 2017
Oct 2013 41000 mi US $40	Bad spark plug on cyl 2, caused P0302 code and Check Engine Light. New spark plug fixed it.
Sep 2014 42000 mi US $200	Alternator died. Replaced with rebuilt.

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Feb 2015 - Dec 2015
Apr 2015 69300 mi US $190	Convertible top would not fully close. Due to a window regulator

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2017
Feb 2012 152800 mi US $120	battery weak after 46 months - 58000 miles
Mar 2012 155000 mi US $1200	Emissions air pump was failing
Jul 2013 166200 mi US $568	air/oil separator replaced again. 80k mile each oil separator hose replaced, broken and "glued" on prior repair of AOS Replaced all CV joint boots.
Aug 2013 166000 mi US $200	unknown Sound coming from right rear connected with rotating systems. Sounds like delaminated tire. Inspected tires, wheel bearings dropped trans pan - found no source of sound.
Sep 2013 167000 mi US $700	Water pump failed again
Mar 2015 173000 mi US $225	Cooling fan on left side failed
Jun 2016 179000 mi US $71	Ac was making noise. Like a pump low on fluid.
Mar 2017 186000 mi	Rod bearing spun. Engine not repairable for reasonable amount. Sold car to someone who will R&R engine with salvage engine

Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Jul 2018
Nov 2010 130200 mi C $524	replaced wheel well and rattle drive side door panel tail lights
Jan 2011 132060 mi C $600	Hose broke leaked anti-freeze. Replaced two hoses and fittings filled up anti-freeze. Had to bleed system as well.
Jun 2011 137020 mi C $1650	Oil vapour canister replaced. Mass air flow sensor replaced.
May 2012 148220 mi C $959	statrter
Apr 2013 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.
Nov 2013 167760 mi C $1500	pass side axle rebuild middle radiator replaced thermostat and seal anti freeze
Mar 2014 171740 mi C $360	new battery
Aug 2014 175460 mi C $1900	front control arms and front shocks and upper struts
Sep 2014 176080 mi C $430	shift push rod
Dec 2014 178560 mi C $600	front truck wouldn't open new front truck switch. new key fob and reprogrammed.

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Porsche Boxster in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2009 - Jan 2014
Nov 2009 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.
Aug 2010 45900 mi US $400	Washer hose popped off the pump, mechanic removed multiple body panels, re-attached hose to pump Front driver-side suspension became extremely squeaky. Technician lubed all joints, etc. and squeak went away. Alleged misfire caused CPU to issue CEL light. Not replicable, only one misfire in last year, so reset the computer.
Dec 2010 48050 mi US $6200	Yearly Maintenance + Check Engine Light that had just come on. $240 for a new fob (the old one wore through after 9 years). The remainder was the maintenance. 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.
Mar 2011 49000 mi	Finally managed to break rear window (vinyl) after 9 years of flawless service - my fault, it was too cold. Now it's fixed and clearer than ever. After almost 9 years of service, original door key rubbers (lock/unlock) gave out in November 2010. Bought new new key at dealer that worked intermittently and then failed this spring. Dealer replaced failed key at no cost. New key works!

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Sep 2011 - Jul 2018
Jun 2014 48000 mi US $1300	Wheel hub noises and loud. Took it to dealer to ensure it was done correctly. Also needed new key housing they were worn out car is old but looks like new.

Porsche Boxster in Indiana, United States Jun 2009 - Sep 2010
Jul 2009 72000 mi US $50	ignition switch
May 2010 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

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Jul 2014 - Sep 2015
Jul 2014 45000 mi US $750	Leaky coolant tank.

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States May 2010 - Jun 2018
Nov 2010 83000 mi US $236	alternator
Feb 2011 85000 mi US $619	replace (R) side control arm
Aug 2011 91300 mi US $100	waterpump replacement
Apr 2012 98500 mi US $415	replace coolant tank, flush coolant replace air oil separator

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Porsche Boxster in Ontario, Canada May 2010 - Jun 2022
Jun 2010 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.
Mar 2014 57040 mi C $160	New battery installed.
Nov 2020 66340 mi C $600	New air/oil separator.
Jun 2022 69440 mi C $1600	New water pump, thermostat, gaskets, fresh coolant.

Porsche Boxster in Queensland, Australia Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2017 68200 mi A $2000	Injectors replaced

Porsche Boxster in Alberta, Canada Apr 2011 - Jul 2013
Sep 2011 35340 mi C $860	CV joint boots were leaking. Shafts were removed, checked for damage and there was none. CV joints cleaned, repacked, new boots installed.
Jul 2013 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.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jun 2009 - Mar 2013
Mar 2010 52000 mi US $86	Passenger headlamp burned out. Replaced all lamps. Passenger low beam headlight burned out. Replaced all bulbs (high and low beam, both sides).

Porsche Boxster in Kentucky, United States Sep 2010 - Aug 2013
Aug 2012 59700 mi US $130	Pass side window regulator.
Jul 2013 66000 mi US $1200	Water broke and needed a new battery. Thermostat replaced at the same time.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2016
Jul 2009 52000 mi	Valve replaced in 2008. Replaced again in 2009.
Mar 2010 57000 mi US $700	Replaced ignition switch
Jun 2010 57000 mi US $18000	Mass air sensor
Oct 2014 76500 mi US $1200	Ignition coil housing cracked and replaced. Oil fill tube replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Dec 2011 - Aug 2018
Mar 2014 71000 mi US $150	Replaced Air Oil Separator
May 2014 71900 mi US $100	Replaced engine mount.
Jun 2015 75000 mi US $600	Coolant tank ruptured. Had to tow car home. Replaced coolant tank, coolant, and water pump. Water pump was preventative.
Jun 2018 79000 mi US $1000	Replaced clutch. It broke apart into 2 separate pieces, the metal center part that engages onto the transmission and the outer part that has the disc material. The rivets just broke apart.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jun 2009 - Jan 2022
Jul 2009 60000 mi US $200	replace worn motor mount
Feb 2010 63900 mi	Car had squeaking noise from front on twisty roads. Head mechanic went for extended test drive with me (2nd time) and was able to diagnose the problem. Was a worn hood latch. Mechanic adjusted the latch when we returned to the dealer & problem solved
Mar 2013 79000 mi	Various internal squeaks appeared over the past two years. Dealer lubricated convertible top and adjusted internal dash components to eliminate squeaking noises. Done in conjunction with routine service
Mar 2014 83000 mi	Replaced small shocks that hold rear trunk open
Jun 2014 83000 mi	Clutch was hard to press and felt like it was binding. Mechanic spent half hour under dash with spray lube and took care of problem
Aug 2014 83900 mi	Clutch was binding when pressed. Tech lubed area around clutch under the dash to solve problem
Mar 2018 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

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2016
Feb 2010 86000 mi	Electric issues with ignition, i.e., not starting, and the key was locking up.
Mar 2010 87000 mi US $700	water pump
Mar 2013 105000 mi US $200	Convertible top stopped working - gear/cable. Cost was est at $1150. I just had the shop switch it over to manual top.
Jun 2015 125000 mi	Window motor repaired. In addition,the following items were done 1)car was painted, 2) new spoiler,3) speed humps, 4) rims painted black, 5) interior leather and dash dyed/painted to two-tone black and blue,6)two racing stripes, 7)etc.
Sep 2015 129000 mi US $600	AC condenser fan not working. Running hot when AC was on.
Jan 2016 112700 mi US $210	Vacuum leak -a hose had cracked

Porsche Boxster in Kentucky, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2018
Mar 2010 57000 mi US $120	Air/Oil Separator unit was replaced
Apr 2010 57000 mi	Replaced Rear Main Seal

Porsche Boxster in Alberta, Canada Feb 2014 - Sep 2014
May 2014 45260 mi C $100	No rear lights on at all except one brake light.
Jun 2014 45260 mi C $110	Windshield washer hose disconnected. W/S washer not working. 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.
Jul 2014 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.
Aug 2014 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.
Sep 2014 45260 mi C $300	Same problem but different shop. Unable to fix or diagnose properly.

Porsche Boxster in Missouri, United States Sep 2009 - Aug 2016
Nov 2012 85000 mi US $400	AOS failed at the track. Mechanic was in attendance and ordered and replaced it in one day.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2011
Dec 2010 111000 mi US $1300	Oil separator, Mass air flow sensor, spark plugs. Solved CEL problem. Clunk in rear passenger side suspension still there after shock replacement.
Mar 2011 113000 mi US $150	Key fob went bad. Bought new fob at $125, program for $85. Dealer wanted $170 to program and $180 for fob. Bought on-line, independant repair shop programmed for me. Saved approx $140.
Jun 2011 115000 mi US $1050	Water pump went out and broke the belt. 40 miles later the Alternator went out. $950 + $1050. Oh well!
Oct 2011 117000 mi	Clunk never went away. Could have been in top. Never heard it with the top down.

Porsche Boxster in Wisconsin, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010 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.
Apr 2011 89000 mi	Motor blew up in October 2010, slowly repairing it myself. Bent valves while trying to start it.
Aug 2014 104300 mi	P0446 evaporate system.
Jul 2015 106500 mi US $3400	Vario cam pads needed to be replaced. Water pump replacement. Coil packs cracked. Spark plug tubes leaking.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2011
Sep 2010 62000 mi US $120	Routine battery replacement ended up showing corrosion in compartment and wires.
Jul 2011 66000 mi US $800	Seat belt light. Replaced buckles.

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Nov 2009 - Dec 2012
May 2012 47300 mi	Replaced a weak battery

Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2009 - Mar 2013
Jun 2012 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.

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Oct 2009 - Jul 2011
Sep 2010 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.
Apr 2011 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.
Jul 2011 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".

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2015
Oct 2015 88200 mi US $1000	original plastic window finally gave up the ghost. repair was to replace the entire top. wow it looks like new! I love this car.

Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2015 - May 2017
Jul 2015 39060 mi	drivers seatbelt buckle/airbag sensor failed. replaced buckle under warranty
May 2016 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

Porsche Boxster in New Mexico, United States Aug 2014 - Jun 2022
Mar 2015 83000 mi US $350	replaced coolant expansion tank

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010 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.
Oct 2010 93000 mi US $918	Coolant overflow tank (complete assembly)replaced.
Aug 2011 106000 mi US $480	Right side lower control arm.
Apr 2014 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.
Jul 2014 119700 mi US $1450	Replaced right radiator 2 relays for A/C
Oct 2014 123200 mi US $3000	Intermittent CEL, diagnosed as MAF. Noticed grease in rear right wheel.Dealer diagnosed as clamp replacement, and added grease. Replaced spark plug tubes due to appearance of oil on catalytic converter. Replaced left headlamp bulb. Also replaced coil packs.
Jun 2015 124000 mi US $550	LF inner fender liner Loose heat shields
May 2017 127000 mi US $2190	L/F Lower control arm replaced. 10k service Headlight switch. Brake fluid flush

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Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jun 2009 - Dec 2009
Jul 2009 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

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Oct 2009 69000 mi US $190	check engine light on. dealer found this to be a software fault and re-flashed the DME software.

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Porsche Boxster in Tennessee, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2010
Mar 2009 65000 mi US $200	O2 sensor throwing code, after replacement still throws code.
Oct 2010 70000 mi US $90	Top mechanism broke. Replaced wires that raise and lower top and realigned top. O2 sensors failed. Replaced and turned off CEL with OBD software.

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Jul 2011 - Sep 2011
Aug 2011 51000 mi US $300	Third time for mass air sensor. Tired of fixing it. Now driving with the check engine light on.

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Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jul 2015
Jun 2014 80000 mi US $2500	Repair oil leak. Preventive replacement of IMS bearing and seal with PN ceramic. Transmission fluid leak. Replace CV boots.
Sep 2014 82000 mi US $80	Replaced oxygen sensor - bank k 1 rear - with Bosch
Jul 2015 89000 mi US $600	Replace engine mount, cracked rubber, front of engine.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2013
May 2013 96600 mi US $12000	Cylinder heads, main bearing, clutch

Porsche Boxster in Nebraska, United States Oct 2012 - Jun 2018
Jun 2013 26000 mi US $11	Ignition switch replacement

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Mar 2012 - Jan 2013
Jan 2013 45000 mi US $500	inner right side cv joint and boot replaced. outer right side boot replaced.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 48000 mi	Tech noted cracked CV boots, will be repaired prior to running car this spring
Apr 2011 48200 mi US $800	Had the CV boots replaced, both axles

Porsche Boxster in Missouri, United States Mar 2012 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 110000 mi US $1300	rear struts

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Oct 2010 89000 mi US $120	Air Oil Seperater failed causing oil to enter intake manifold causing smoke out the tailpipe

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Feb 2013 - Feb 2019
Aug 2013 85000 mi	had to clean MAF sensor, for codes 1128,1130
Oct 2013 85000 mi	had to reset codes again
May 2014 85000 mi	would not pass inspection with P codes. put in a good tank of gas and problem cleared after a reset

Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States Jun 2010 - Sep 2011
Jul 2010 59000 mi US $8	Ignition switch failed and left the car in the "On" position regardless of whether or not key was removed. Porsche wanted $1100. I purchased the part on Autohasz.com for 8$ and installed in roughly 45 minutes.
May 2011 62000 mi US $100	A/C compressor failed- compressor was replaced and system was recharged Replaced Emergency brake shoes and springs in the back left wheel. Spring had broken which caused vibrations and noises. Because of this, the rear shoe was not held in properly and needed replaced. Not a major repair.

Porsche Boxster in Arizona, United States Mar 2010 - Mar 2011
Oct 2010 89000 mi US $1954	Leaking water pump was replaced. tie rods damaged thermostat replaced due to concern it was not functioning properly.
Jan 2011 91000 mi US $290	oil tube cracked and leaking. Tube replaced.
Mar 2011 91000 mi	Sold car in March. No mechanical problems, but rear window was starting to tear away from the canvas.

Porsche Boxster in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2011 - Aug 2013
Feb 2012 76240 mi C $2169	plastic rear window cracked on convertible top; replaced entire top with upgraded after market kit

Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States May 2009 - Nov 2014
Sep 2009 42000 mi US $48	plastic end of ignition switch failed - cracked
Nov 2009 42900 mi	Rain water was soaking the driver's side carpet by leaking past the inner membrane of driver's side door.
Sep 2010 47000 mi	Check engine light; fault code was for faulty Mass Air Flow Sensor; sensor cleaned and replaced and codes cleared Inner and Outer CV Joint boots on both driver side and passenger sid were torn; All boots replaced and CV joints repacked.
Aug 2011 52300 mi US $600	Vibration and noise from driver's side front wheel. Mechanic diagnosed bad wheel bearing. Repair was completed without issues.
May 2014 67000 mi US $500	All 4 oxygen sensors were replaced due to check engine light on.

Porsche Boxster in France May 2009 - Jul 2022
Jun 2009 60760 mi	Unusual exhaust noise when idle or low rev Problem came from heat shield around catalytic converter tube. Removed heat shield.
Aug 2009 62000 mi €420	Replaced 3 CV joint boots which were damaged
May 2011 69440 mi €1000	AC not working due to refrigerant leakage in condensers
Aug 2012 74180 mi €2800	Oil leak at RMS (Rear Main Seal). Requires removal of transmission & flywheel to be changed. Replaced clutch at the same time.

Porsche Boxster in Indiana, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018 33000 mi US $700	CV Boots replaced

Porsche Boxster in Indiana, United States Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Apr 2022 88000 mi US $1000	Engine Mount Transmission Mounts

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2014
Mar 2009 59000 mi US $500	Vacuum leak due to cracked hoses.
Dec 2009 66000 mi US $400	Water pump replaced. Independent Porsche mechanic replaced for only parts cost because he had replaced water pump 18 months ago and it should not have failed, so he ate the labor. Also replaced some roof mechanism parts.
Apr 2011 76000 mi US $500	oil leak onto catalytic converter, due to decayed spark plug tube seals. Parts were replaced.
Sep 2011 79000 mi	Window regulator failure.
Sep 2012 84000 mi US $350	Window regulator failed
Apr 2013 88200 mi US $400	coolant reservoir replacement because tank cracked
Jan 2014 87300 mi US $400	replaced motor mount. Also rear hood struts (wear item?).

Porsche Boxster in Connecticut, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2013 24000 mi US $89	Bad O2 sensor replaced

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Dec 2013 - May 2015
Jul 2014 57300 mi US $75	Convertible top would not actuate. Had to replace top latch micro switch.
Apr 2015 62200 mi US $450	Right rear wheel bearing replaced.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jul 2009 - Dec 2014
Dec 2009 15000 mi US $350	Replacement of seals that keep oil out of fuel mixture.
Jul 2010 18000 mi	Rear view mirror came loose & needed to be reattached. Repair shop cracked front window while attempting to re attach rear view mirror.
Jun 2014 28000 mi US $500	Convertible top stopped working. Recharge of battery corrected the problem. Preventative belt replacement.

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Oct 2013 - Jun 2015
Feb 2015 59300 mi US $1000	Both CV boots on drivers rear axle were ripped- had the entire axle replaced.

Porsche Boxster in Alberta, Canada Dec 2013 - Jul 2015
Mar 2015 58900 mi C $1300	Cooling was less effective than new. Water pump replaced, along with thermostat.
Jul 2015 58900 mi	Leak in cooling system....no trouble found....noticed on next trip with car

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Sep 2012 - Jun 2018
Oct 2014 213500 mi US $1200	significant oil consumption and leakage. A number of contributing problems were found, including damaged bellows, breather hoses, spark-plug tubes (unique to this motor).
Jun 2017 235000 mi	one cooked wheel bearing, others done at same time. Alignment required (track, specialty). Also replaced CV boots and grease at same time.

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Porsche Boxster in Georgia, United States Apr 2021 - Jul 2022
Aug 2021 71000 mi US $1200	Water pump, heat control valve.
Jul 2022 75000 mi	lower hose blow out, towed to shop.getting new hoses and coolant.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Jun 2013 - Oct 2017
Sep 2013 71000 mi US $1200	Air/Oil separator
Apr 2014 75200 mi	Fuel vapor vent malfunction; did NOT repair; reset "check engine" light
Apr 2015 83200 mi US $672	Engine noise due to bad idler pulleys and tensioner. All pulleys and belt were replaced.

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Porsche Boxster in California, United States Mar 2009 - Dec 2011
Apr 2009 30000 mi US $1000	Crack in the coolant reservoir, losing coolant.
Jun 2009 30000 mi US $100	Ignition key switch went out
Sep 2009 35000 mi US $750	Alternator had to be replaced.
May 2011 43000 mi US $650	air-water separator
Sep 2011 45000 mi US $2000	Rear Main Seal

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Apr 2012 - May 2012
May 2012 71000 mi US $1000	passenger airbag sensor needed replacing. harness and airbag need replacing.

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Porsche Boxster in Missouri, United States May 2009 - Apr 2010
Aug 2009 56000 mi US $270	Mass Air Flow sensor- Problem diagnosed by dealer at no charge. Repaired by owner, approx. repair cost $270.
Nov 2009 59000 mi US $580	Replaced cracked coolant tank.

Porsche Boxster in Colorado, United States Sep 2007 - Oct 2018
Oct 2007 155440 mi US $90	cam sensor bank 1 replaced; reset CEL.
Nov 2007 156040 mi US $20	coolant overflow bottle cap [update to current style]
Mar 2018 172000 mi US $50	Air Oil Separator AOS replacement; common failure , with exhaust smoking slightly on initial start-up .... also air filter replaced. New top installed... Rear window yellowed and cracking due to age (170000 miles & 18 years)

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Mar 2014 - Jun 2022
Oct 2014 51000 mi US $500	replaced headlight switch
Jun 2015 51000 mi US $3600	replaced the clutch and replaced the bearing between the engine and transmission which showed wear
Oct 2017 55000 mi US $3500	replace oxygen sensor and oil separator

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Apr 2015 112800 mi US $850	Replaced alternator and serpentine belt.
Mar 2018 158414 mi	Convertible top would not lower. At the same time windows were in the partially lowered position required to activate motor.

Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States May 2009 - Jul 2022
Jul 2014 74200 mi US $350	Replaced left turn signal module

Porsche Boxster in Connecticut, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 47000 mi US $300	Coolant reservoir.
Aug 2010 47000 mi US $300	CEL codes.

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Aug 2012 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018 69000 mi US $745	Cracked exhaust manifold

Porsche Boxster in Florida, United States Feb 2009 - Jul 2011
Jun 2010 34000 mi US $50	Window came off track

Porsche Boxster in Spain Mar 2009 - Jun 2015
Apr 2009 65720 mi €400	Water pump replaced radiator overfill tank, hoses replaced.
Sep 2009 68820 mi €800	Rear suspension was bad. Replaced with better then OEM parts.
Aug 2011 71300 mi	Check engine light appeared after exhaust backfired and lost power and compression in 2nd gear. Filled gas tank full with premium gas of 98 octane. Car ran good again but check engine light still on. Mechanic cleaned sensor for free.

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Mar 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2010 94000 mi US $125	Horn would sound for no apparent reason. Replaced airbag retaining frame, fuse, and horn.
Oct 2010 98000 mi US $475	Bad horns Leaking spark plug tubes
May 2011 103000 mi US $1250	water pump failed
Feb 2012 117000 mi US $2750	Replaced struts and shocks front and back
Sep 2012 124000 mi US $1800	Air oil separator failed - needed to be replaced. Fouled spark plugs also need to be replaced, not yet done. Found all four O2 sensors had also failed.
Apr 2013 132800 mi US $800	Mass air flow sensor failed - replaced. Cracked oil filler tube - repaired.
Apr 2014 144500 mi US $1917	Replace lower front control arms Check engine light Bad rear wheel bearing
May 2015 154000 mi US $1500	Replace ignition switch module. Turn signal would not shut off. Replaced turn signal module. Replace front lower control arms
Jun 2018 178000 mi US $1500	Replaced worn convertible top

Porsche Boxster in North Carolina, United States Aug 2009 - Jul 2012
Sep 2009 53000 mi US $400	passenger side window regulator replaced.

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Dec 2009 - Jul 2011
May 2010 54600 mi US $1500	Water pump blew at track.
Jul 2010 55200 mi US $1000	Power top motor went out.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Mar 2010 - Oct 2011
May 2010 73000 mi US $2000	engine warning light

Porsche Boxster in Maryland, United States Feb 2010 - Jul 2018
Mar 2010 69000 mi	Air Oil Separator Failure
Apr 2010 69000 mi US $700	Water pump replacement
Jun 2010 71000 mi US $540	Failed inner universal joint
Nov 2010 74400 mi	Waterpump replaced earlier this year was leaking. Shop replaced under warranty.
Jun 2011 82000 mi US $1200	Leaking coolant reservoir was replaced.
Aug 2011 83000 mi US $770	Convertible top stopped operating. Replaced cable and top transmission.
Jan 2012 77500 mi US $50	Windshield washer failed to operate dure to kink in pump tube , required new grommet in firewall.

Porsche Boxster in Delaware, United States Apr 2011 - Jun 2012
May 2011 67000 mi	pulleys tensioners and belt

Porsche Boxster in New York, United States Feb 2011 - May 2013
Sep 2011 45000 mi	Rear view mirror fell off. Dealer reattached mirror at no cost.

Porsche Boxster in Minnesota, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 71000 mi US $500	Cracked coolant over-flow tank was diagnosed and replaced. owner bought part at dealer, $326. installed by independent shop $150
Oct 2010 75000 mi US $59	Air-Oil Separator was the cause of the previous 'squeal'. AOS failure a common problem with this car, this age and mileage. repaired by owner

Porsche Boxster in Washington, United States Dec 2009 - May 2014
May 2010 69100 mi US $120	Replaced Engine mount DIY
Nov 2010 73000 mi US $300	AOS failed: 200$ Power steering hose broke
Dec 2010 73000 mi US $600	Changed wheel bearing
Aug 2011 77300 mi US $200	Replace Oil Filler tube
Feb 2012 80100 mi US $300	Oil filler tube broke. After repair still leaks.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2022
Dec 2009 89000 mi US $1100	water pump was making noise, bearing/pump replaced
Sep 2011 99000 mi US $1200	front ball joint worn. Bal joint repaired and front end aligned. Tires worn so they were replaced also.
Apr 2013 110300 mi US $650	ignition swirch/unit failed and replaced
Dec 2013 114000 mi US $1200	radiator cracked, replaced by dealer
May 2014 117000 mi US $960	MAF failure identfied by CEL and new air filter installed
Jun 2014 118000 mi US $650	passenger side window not moving. motor/regulator replaced
Dec 2014 125000 mi US $700	Drive side window would not drop when opening door
Feb 2015 126000 mi US $125	CEL: code P0430. Dealer says new catalytic converter needed

Porsche Boxster in Illinois, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2013
Jun 2011 54000 mi US $200	replace ignition switch

Porsche Boxster in Illinois, United States Aug 2009 - Sep 2011
Jun 2010 34000 mi US $2400	Coolant bottle failed, dumped more than 50% of coolant in rear trunk and on garage floor. Did NOT happen while in motion. No engine damage. Vehicle was returned to me with a big dent in the door also. Fixed by dealer at no charge.

Porsche Boxster in Ohio, United States Sep 2009 - Jun 2015
Aug 2011 89000 mi US $1000	Air Oil Separator (AOS)failed, AOS replaced.Spark plugs fouled, replaced.
Sep 2011 89000 mi US $1600	front control arm replaced. started making very loud screech every 3rd start. starter replaced. thermostat stuck, engine overheated.
Oct 2011 89000 mi US $800	losing coolant, water pump removal revealed impeller fins worn off.
Dec 2011 91000 mi US $200	Could not open right side (passenger) door. Neither outside nor inside door handle would open door. Replaced electric lock mechanism also had to replace connector cable for inside door handle and plastic connector clip for outside handle.
Apr 2012 92200 mi US $200	Remove & repair drivers side lock cylinder. remove and replace electric lock assembly, drivers side.

Porsche Boxster in New Jersey, United States Aug 2011 - Jan 2022
Apr 2012 113000 mi US $280	CEL with P1128 and P1130. Replaced AOS (Air Oil Separator) to resolve.
Oct 2014 133000 mi US $50	Coolant leak from from the front of the engine as noted from the puddle of antifreeze under the car. This has yet to be repaired, and it's sitting in my garage waiting for me to find some spare time.
Aug 2021 140000 mi US $1200	Front bumper removed and both front radiators cleaned. Rt Front radiator had blown fuze too. No more overheating observed after repair

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Porsche Boxster in Virginia, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 102000 mi US $700	Battery terminal came loose, fried the alternator, had to replace the alternator,

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Porsche Boxster in Hong Kong, China Jul 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 42160 mi $4000	Regular service discovered MAF faulty and needed replacing. Replaced front/rear trunk gas struts. Replaced front spring struts. Replaced oil filler neck.

Porsche Boxster in California, United States Feb 2009 - Apr 2010
Apr 2009 96000 mi US $789	upper control arm

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