2004 Porsche Boxster Porsche Boxster 2004

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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 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (29%)

$1000 - $2499 (43%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

264-horsepower 3.2L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

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. 

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2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

258-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD

71000 mi

US $3500
4 CV boots were replaced. Two were badly cracked but I elected to replace all four due to their age. 
83000 mi

US $1700
Remove and replace transmission to replace shift shaft bushings and seals. Was leaking transmission fluid. 
77000 mi

US $196
CV boots failed/replaced. 
79000 mi

US $750
CV joint boots torn. Replaced. 

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2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

258-horsepower 3.2L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

115000 mi

US $2300
AT coolant valve Replaced axles 

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2004 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible

228-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD

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) 

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2004 Porsche Boxster Transmission Problems

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