Russjmills Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Hi folks I thought I should introduce myself. I'm Russ from rainy Devon!! I've just joined up after lurking for a bit as I am about to take the plunge and invest in a 986. Can't get stuck in until January as I am waiting for my dreaded tax bill and once I know what's left, I will start a proper search. It's great reading all the threads with friendly advice about what to look out for as one is always a bit nervous about older vehicles. I should have learned my lesson as I have a 1970's Citroen H Van that I've converted to a camper and it hasn't been cheap!!! Ideally I would like to buy one through the forum, for obvious reasons. Not to bothered about 2.7 Vs 3.2 and mileage. Just want one that has been cherished with a really good maintenance history. Hopefully, I'll have between £5/6000, which should get me what I'm after. Many thanks to all, for the advice that you have offered to the forum. I'm really glad I stumbled across this place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red rocket Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Welcome. Presume you mean 986. Think there are a few for sale right now so check that section of the forum and enjoy the search. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russjmills Posted November 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 2 minutes ago, red rocket said: Welcome. Presume you mean 986. Think there are a few for sale right now so check that section of the forum and enjoy the search. Thanks for pointing out the Typo. I'll have a look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southy Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Any questions just ask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 3 hours ago, Russjmills said: I should have learned my lesson as I have a 1970's Citroen H Van that I've converted to a camper and it hasn't been cheap!!! Well that tells us you know one end of a spanner from the other, anyway Your purchase expectations seem well-founded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Good luck 😉 you won’t regret honest..loads of great advice on here and people who really love these cars and have made my car better with their help a couple of times so stick around and look forward to owning a great car my friend... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Advice, strong opinions and a few facts are scattered around on here. No, there are some really knowledgeable people on here so take maximum advantage but don't forget there are other sources of good info too in various places. 101 Projects For Your Boxster is also a good book to track down as is the pelican / 101projects website and also Pedro's Garage website, both US sites but the cars are essentially the same except for where the steering wheel and dash instruments are positioned... I'm sure you've found a few others during your research just as many of us have. Buy well, have some maintenance/repair cash and a bit for nice to have upgrades. They are quite easy to work on with not too many specialist tools required. Enjoy whatever you get once you've bought it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topbox Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Good luck with the hunt, wise move not to be hung up on 2. 7 or 3.2 and just look for a nice one ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart21UK Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 welcome along, good luck with your search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr96er Posted November 11, 2019 Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Welcome! find yourself and nice one and let it show you what they’re really about. in your budget you could get something really nice. @bally4563 potentially has something for you, believe 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russjmills Posted November 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2019 Oops, sorry, I see there is a Newbie section. Perhaps the mods can move this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bally4563 Posted November 12, 2019 Report Share Posted November 12, 2019 7 hours ago, Russjmills said: Oops, sorry, I see there is a Newbie section. Perhaps the mods can move this thread. Pm your email or WhatsApp and I can send you pics and details and probably work out a deal with you Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Hunt Posted November 13, 2019 Report Share Posted November 13, 2019 Hi where abouts in Devon are you? I am in Plymouth. when you get one we could take a drive out the roads in Devon are perfect for boxsters , I have a 2004 2.7 in midnight blue with grey leather. Good luck in your search but watch out there is some rubbish out there it took me 6 months and looked at 8 cars before I found mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the baron Posted November 13, 2019 Report Share Posted November 13, 2019 Don’t do it, steer clear, madness utter madness, sorry that’s the forum, the cars are great. Welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terryg Posted November 13, 2019 Report Share Posted November 13, 2019 welcome and good luck with your search, as @Mr96er mentioned @bally4563 has a nice well sorted car at the moment, been around the forum for some time and knows these cars, not jumped onboard just to sell a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 13, 2019 Report Share Posted November 13, 2019 You could try calling Roger and Sazzy or @rowbos who arranged an Exmoor run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russjmills Posted November 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2019 Thanks for all the kind words folks. I have bought the car advertised by bally4563 looks great and can't to get behind the wheel! Mark, I'm in Exeter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted November 14, 2019 Report Share Posted November 14, 2019 On 11/11/2019 at 1:01 PM, Russjmills said: Can't get stuck in until January as I am waiting for my dreaded tax bill and once I know what's left, I will start a proper search. Three days later: 32 minutes ago, Russjmills said: I have bought the car advertised by bally4563 looks great and can't to get behind the wheel! Sometimes one just can't help oneself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowbos Posted November 14, 2019 Report Share Posted November 14, 2019 42 minutes ago, Russjmills said: Thanks for all the kind words folks. I have bought the car advertised by bally4563 looks great and can't to get behind the wheel! Mark, I'm in Exeter. Good news! Keep an eye on the Events section of the forum - we do meets at Cheddar Gorge, have Exmoor drives and the like... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Hunt Posted November 14, 2019 Report Share Posted November 14, 2019 Congratulations, you will love it, I use mine nearly every day if I can. I would be up for a run to Exmoor or Cheddar I will keep an 👁 out on the events section Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAZ Posted November 15, 2019 Report Share Posted November 15, 2019 Welcome - as @the baron said we are all mad / BoXa nutters - I also bought my car from a long time forum member in here 😃 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey P Posted November 15, 2019 Report Share Posted November 15, 2019 9 minutes ago, CAZ said: Welcome - as @the baron said we are all mad / BoXa nutters Or you could say, we are all "Mad as a BoXa frogs" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAZ Posted November 15, 2019 Report Share Posted November 15, 2019 21 minutes ago, Davey P said: Or you could say, we are all "Mad as a BoXa frogs" Glad to see you’re settling in just fine Davey 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey P Posted November 15, 2019 Report Share Posted November 15, 2019 27 minutes ago, CAZ said: Glad to see you’re settling in just fine Davey 😉 Yeah, I like it here, and hope to be sticking around for a long time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAZ Posted November 15, 2019 Report Share Posted November 15, 2019 10 minutes ago, Davey P said: Yeah, I like it here, and hope to be sticking around for a long time Once we have you there is no escape ( from my frunk 😈 ) just adk @John K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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