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2005 Porsche Boxster repairs by problem area
Engine (38%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (3%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (23%)
Other (8%)
Chart based on 196 repairs.
2005 Porsche Boxster other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (8%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (25%)
< $100 (58%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
280-horsepower 3.2L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 42000 mi | After numerous attempts they could not repair the roof. Dealer installed a brand new top and all new hardware at no cost. All covered under the warranty. |
| 21000 mi | Faulty latch in rear hatch causes "rear lid open" warning to be displayed even when lid was completely closed. Latch was replaced. |
| 25300 mi | Dealer replaced driver seat belt mechanism (belt would no longer retract). Covered by warranty despite warranty ending 3 months ago. |
| 30300 mi US $250 |
Worn out seat belt retractor |
| 27000 mi | Clutch trashed with less than 27K miles. Repair estimate $1900+. I am 63 years young & don't drive this car hard. I am so PO'd with Porsche that I've parked the car & am considering the purchase of a more reliable sports car... maybe a Corvette. |
| 44000 mi | top broken. |
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 50000 mi | The mechanism that moves convertible top open and shut has broken 4 times. All repaired under warranty. Now warranty is up. It is a small white plastic piece with a ball on the end or tip. Working find now, but do not know how long it will operate. |
2005 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible
240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
| 125000 mi US $15 |
Replaced rear trunk lid lift support |
| 28399 mi | Repaired convertible top mechanism |
| 30000 mi US $150 |
Front and rear hood struts |
| 37000 mi | Seat belt tensioner would not release |
| 34000 mi US $503 |
Hood parts snapped |
| 84000 mi US $2600 |
Replaced drivers side visor, mirror light inoperative, visor falls down. Gas cap replaced. Tether was broken. Rear deck (trunk lid) shock replaced, would not hold up deck. |
| 35000 mi US $140 |
Return spring/bracket on gas filler flap on fender broke. |
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