Fin Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 Hello ladies and gents. I have just graduated from a 224 Mk1 TT to a 2004 2.7 Atlas Grey Boxster with 89000 on the clock and full service history etc. Couple of bits I could do with dig out. I live in Becontree , Barking , is there a decent Porsche mechanic to recommend nearby? She's going to live outside (with cover) for the winter , is it worth investing in a hard top? Not terrible , but there's a bit of clunking ,knocking going on over potholes and speed bumps from rear left, its driveable but noticeable. Thanks in advance . Fin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaregs Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 Hi Fin and welcome. Get some pics up, use imgur or flikr, do not try to host directly. Loads of independent Porsche specialists around, I’m sure someone will recommend one near to you. My 718 sits outside all year round in Scottish winters, as did my two MR2 roadsters so would not be too concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fin Posted November 3, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 Cheers Scubaregs Thanks for the welcome , any idea on an aux in for the head unit PCM PCM2.0 CD Navigation unit double din Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaregs Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 Nope, worth asking in the ICE section though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxob Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 Welcome. The hoods are robust and entirely waterproof unless punctured as there a waterproof membrane under the mohair fabric. No need for a hard top unless you want one. Equally a cover is not required and a cautionary note it's been known for covers to scratch the paintwork if grit gets between it and the cover. For example only put a cover on a clean car. Most importantly do check, and clear if necessary, the front and rear drain holes. Also check the foam drip tray beneath the clamshell for holes. Blocked drains and/or a holed foam drip tray will allow water to enter the cab and potentially fry the electrics under the passenger seats. Expensive fix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BTM520 Posted November 3, 2019 Report Share Posted November 3, 2019 4 hours ago, Fin said: Cheers Scubaregs Thanks for the welcome , any idea on an aux in for the head unit PCM PCM2.0 CD Navigation unit double din Not sure but I have a aux in adapter that's surplus to requirements as it doesn't fit my stereo after trying to do this modification on my car. I didn't want to have to solder into the original harness which is what I was going to have to do as there was already a connector in the slot along with others where the aux in adapter would go in place of the cd changer. If you need one a fiver posted and it's yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 Welcome. Mine lives outside and not under cover. I invested in a Cabrio Shield half cover for about £180 which gives additional protection to the hood and help stop debris building up in the rear drains (check yours are clear now as flooding from these into the car can be a new alarm ECU at around $6-700...). Suspension noise, rear trailing links (tuning forks) if it sound like a snooker ball. Many sources for parts, most Porsche specific ones are often cheapest from your local Porsche centre (they'll give you 10% if you nudge them even if you aren't a PCGB member...), otherwise OEM spec from Carparts4less, Eurocarparts or online specialists and breakers are also a good option through eBay. Above all, Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey P Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 Welcome to the forum, I'm also a newbie around here (collecting my 2007 987 on Wednesday) and I'd say you've definitely come to the right place. The members on here are really friendly, and knowledgeable about these great cars. With regards to your original query, I wouldn't worry too much about leaving the car outside, they are designed to withstand rain and snow without leaking. I wouldn't use a cover, I think there's more chance of scratching the paintwork by trapping dirt between the cover and the bodywork, but that is just my personal opinion. It would be a good idea to reproof the hood on a regular basis to stop the water soaking into the fabric though. Enjoy your new car mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 Welcome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red rocket Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 On 11/3/2019 at 3:32 PM, Fin said: have just graduated from a 224 Mk1 TT to a 2004 2.7 Atlas Grey Boxster Welcome to the best colour club! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topbox Posted November 4, 2019 Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 Welcome, lots of good advice here, I think the cabrio half sheild just for the roof is a good tip. If your parking space is not in sun and the car is not used every day the hood can stay damp in the winter and mildrew/mould can be an issue. Similarly if parked up in full sun all day the hood might suffer in other ways over time. More of a personal observation than hard fact but I've seen a few Boxster hoods now. Enjoy the car, look out for meets in your area, friendly lot here 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fin Posted November 4, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2019 Cheers all for the welcome and advice. She's going to go to a local Porsche specialist in Nazeing Essex for the rear bumps problem,. Love the advice on Cabrio half shield , makes sense re the scratching from full body cover. I might just replace the nav unit with a half decent Pioneer or Kenwood as there's bound to be some aftermarket fitting kits out there that will make the swap over painless for the Bose system. Cheers Fin . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fin Posted February 18, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2021 Hi all , she's been grounded all winter due to the rear clonk and the expense of running two cars , started every week but mildew /mold is now a problem as well inside ? i need to get rear sorted out soon before back on the road , any recommendations for mechanics /garages in east london /Essex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted February 18, 2021 Report Share Posted February 18, 2021 You'll need to clean it, but try some of the dehumidifying bags to try to keep internal moisture down whilst not in use. The clonk is most likely a rear tuning fork. You can get a pair of TRW ones (Original manufacturer for Porsche) from Carparst4less for about £150 using their discount codes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonogt6 Posted February 18, 2021 Report Share Posted February 18, 2021 44 minutes ago, Fin said: Hi all , she's been grounded all winter due to the rear clonk and the expense of running two cars , started every week but mildew /mold is now a problem as well inside ? i need to get rear sorted out soon before back on the road , any recommendations for mechanics /garages in east london /Essex Mine lives outside and barely gets used in winter and I've also suffered with mould. I've discovered that if you wipe all interior surfaces down with antibacterial wipes it almost completely stops mould forming. Also agree with Mr ½cwt that the dehumidifier bags/canisters do a great job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thediver Posted February 18, 2021 Report Share Posted February 18, 2021 Welcome buddy! You'll love your BoXa! I also got my 986 2 weeks ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradders59 Posted February 18, 2021 Report Share Posted February 18, 2021 I have also just bought my first Boxster, which is also a 2.7. The only reputable place I know of, which is less than 10 minutes from me, but probably about an hour from you, is Autostrasse at Coggeshall. My brother in law uses them for his old 911 SC and says they are very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted February 18, 2021 Report Share Posted February 18, 2021 You should be OK but just check under the carpet behind the seats for damp - a sign of water from blocked drain holes, very common. It would exacerbate the damp environment and the mould growing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fin Posted February 26, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2021 On 2/18/2021 at 6:27 PM, jonogt6 said: Mine lives outside and barely gets used in winter and I've also suffered with mould. I've discovered that if you wipe all interior surfaces down with antibacterial wipes it almost completely stops mould forming. Also agree with Mr ½cwt that the dehumidifier bags/canisters do a great job. Cheers fella , used alcohol wipes and pretty much did the job , slight discolouration on the black leather but will sort that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDonald Posted February 26, 2021 Report Share Posted February 26, 2021 +1 for the dehumidifier bags. My car is garaged but I have 2x1 kilo bags in the car. They draw any moisture quite effectively. Pop them into the microwave regularly to dry them out, then they go back into the car. Steam rising when they come out of the microwave confirms they're gathering moisture that would otherwise be inside your car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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