kevs Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 Really sorry to hear this but glad to hear you’re sticking with a Boxster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Withy Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 Sad news for sure.. looked like an excellent 986, good you're staying in the clan tho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edc Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 Such a shame. Hope you can get something back from it for the next one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 A few years ago @mrbikerdood sold his IMS failure for 2k IIRC, yours should get more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 Sorry to see this Bob, Lee at Cotswolds Porsche parts cars, maybe give him a call and see what he thinks about the salvage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ninja02 Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 Bob. Out of curiosity, was the other cylinders checked on that side. If your timing had jumped, you'd of damaged all 3 cylinders/valves. If they are ok , it sounds like a valve spring has gone. Similar problem I had (round 2) Phill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason986S Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 Ah discussed in PM’s, what a nightmare, and a position I was also in 18 months ago when my 986 went: knock knock whos’s there? Engine failure, thats who! It is a stunning colour and low mileage example. I would expect you to get best part of £3k as it is cash money. Best of luck sourcing the replacement car and like me, it hasn’t put you off Boxster ownership in the slightest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89rallye Posted March 9, 2019 Report Share Posted March 9, 2019 https://www.gumtree.com/p/car-replacement-parts/porsche-boxster-s-986-3.2-engine-complete-m96.21/1330621191 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 So sorry to hear another may visit the big man in the sky. Next purchase has to be a base model pre 2001 with the duel row IMS, mines just ticked over 200,000, you won’t worry about racking up the mileage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbikerdood Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Just reading this Bob …… damn I so hope you find a replacement Si Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowbos Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Blimey Bob what a bummer! A real shame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 A fitting obituary - that last photograph is stunning...sure you can't find a way to fix her? Such a shame to scrap her. Good luck with whatever you decide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antjrice Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 This is very unlucky news - only 56k Miles! Now you’ve had a little time to think about moving forward, any idea what’s next? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattman42 Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 That’s really cr*p news to hear, hope you find a suitable replacement, or stuff a ruddy great V8 in there 😂😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV8 Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Blimey Bob, sorry to hear that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinewood Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Having driven alongside GK, I am saddened to hear of it’s demise Bob. Good luck with the search and hope to see you in a .2 very very soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony_zx9r Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 As discussed on the phone, I know this was a shock to you and very sad news to me. Having followed or lead you round europe for many miles, I always thought what a great car it was & how it could have lasted you forever which I know was making your next upgrade a really difficult choice. I hope you find the car you want, no rush though as we can happily be your chauffer for Scotland & Turweston. It should allow you to focus on the photography for Scotland and get some great action shots whilst we are driving 😀 cheers Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinewood Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 1 minute ago, tony_zx9r said: As discussed on the phone, I know this was a shock to you and very sad news to me. Having followed or lead you round europe for many miles, I always thought what a great car it was & how it could have lasted you forever which I know was making your next upgrade a really difficult choice. I hope you find the car you want, no rush though as we can happily be your chauffer for Scotland & Turweston. It should allow you to focus on the photography for Scotland and get some great action shots whilst we are driving 😀 cheers Tony Nothing better than a Boxster enthusiast in the passenger seat, armed with a DSLR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon61 Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Oh dear Bob I am sorry to hear this, and you must be gutted. Although you were already looking around for a replacement, I know you were very attached to that car and wouldn't have wanted it to end like this. Honourably, though, you see it as a blessing that it happened this way rather than after you'd sold it on to someone else - not everyone would have been so principled. I hope you can get a decent amount for it as salvage or whatever to put towards your next one. I will miss seeing that purply-silver classic out on our drives, and I hope that you are able to find a decent replacement in time for the trip where taking a passenger seat in another car won't really be an option! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorsh Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 I can only echo what others have said, hope you get another to love very soon. It looks a lovely car and I agree with those who think it's a shame if it isn't repaired, if not by you maybe a project for someone else. Rebuilt it could still be someones P&J in another 16 years. I understand your decision though, if you were planning an upgrade you would never get your money back. Good luck and enjoy your search for your next car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkstar Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Let's get the ball rolling http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201810301956622?atmobcid=soc3 It's in MK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Mac Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 @Topbox oh no! What a shame - always liked seeing your car. Hope someone can give her a new lease of life... Can’t wait to see the new one ....🏁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sazzy Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Oh Bob I'm so sad to read this!!!! This is not how we want to part with our 986's! Good luck on the hunt for a replacement x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike597 Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Whilst I'm sad to see another 986 go to the great OPC in the sky, I can't help but remind myself it means my car is worth 4p more now. Hope you get back on the horse soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicGun Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Gutted for you, a crime to lose such a nice looking example, hope you get sorted again as soon as possible... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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