Sell 06 Boxster and get used Z4??

MnK6 · 11-30-2006, 11:30 AM

I am contemplating whether or not to sell my 2006 Boxster with 8K miles bought in March and getting a used 2005 Z4 3.0 or Audi TT 3.2 for around $32-$34K. I love driving the car and how it feels/handles and even though I m going to lose hell lot of money to get rid of the Boxster, at $250/oil change, I don’t think I can handle the on coming (I know it will) maintenance issues not covered under warranty. Plus the monthly payments on a Z4 or TT will be a LOT less. Do you guys think it’s worth it to keep the ‘poor man’s Carrera’ in my garage?? What would you guys do?? I need some input before I make a stupid mistake. (Or was buying a Boxster a mistake in the first place?

). I do like the Z4 3.0 alot

Thanks guys!

Ascension · 11-30-2006, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by MnK6

I am contemplating whether or not to sell my 2006 Boxster with 8K miles bought in March and getting a used 2005 Z4 3.0 or Audi TT 3.2 for around $32-$34K. I love driving the car and how it feels/handles and even though I m going to lose hell lot of money to get rid of the Boxster, at $250/oil change, I don’t think I can handle the on coming (I know it will) maintenance issues not covered under warranty. Plus the monthly payments on a Z4 or TT will be a LOT less. Do you guys think it’s worth it to keep the ‘poor man’s Carrera’ in my garage?? What would you guys do?? I need some input before I make a stupid mistake. (Or was buying a Boxster a mistake in the first place?

). I do like the Z4 3.0 alot

Thanks guys!

Why did you buy the Boxster again

If money is not an issue, sell the Boxster, but you are probably going to be taking a substantial loss when you sell it

I sold my "poor man's Porsche" last year for a 50% profit. Just curious, any pics of the Boxster, color ext/int?

Oh, btw, nice choice on color for your 330i

obLu · 11-30-2006, 12:33 PM

Am I the only one that doesn't understand that post?

He already said he knows he'd loose money selling it. What's a picture of a Karman Ghia (sp?) got to do with a boxster? How'd you go about selling your boxster for a 50% profit?

Me, I think money is an issue that's why he's thinking about getting rid of the boxster. Obviously he's considering that the car isn't worth the expense, especially with possible off warranty repairs looming.

I'm not sure I'd go down to a Z4 or, especially, to a TT. They're not on the same level as a boxster.

Ascension · 11-30-2006, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by obLu

Am I the only one that doesn't understand that post?

He already said he knows he'd loose money selling it. What's a picture of a Karman Ghia (sp?) got to do with a boxster? How'd you go about selling your boxster for a 50% profit?

Me, I think money is an issue that's why he's thinking about getting rid of the boxster. Obviously he's considering that the car isn't worth the expense, especially with possible off warranty repairs looming.

I'm not sure I'd go down to a Z4 or, especially, to a TT. They're not on the same level as a boxster.

A VW Karmann Ghia is often referred to as a "Poor Man's Porsche"

I mentioned it because some used cars can actually be sold for a profit

Remember, he's asking for opinions.

MnK6 · 11-30-2006, 12:57 PM

it was my sister's car...she moved out of the country and I was in the market for a weekend car so just took over the car from her at the time...but in the long run...i really think maintenance will be an issue...plus i think my head is too big for that car...

here are couple of pics

just4kickz · 11-30-2006, 01:41 PM

how bout... a cayman? i would totally take one of those...

MnK6 · 11-30-2006, 01:48 PM

Even a base Caymen? I know those things, along with my regular Boxster, are dogs...I think my 330 is lot faster or feels that way at least....

obLu · 11-30-2006, 02:07 PM

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A VW Karmann Ghia is often referred to as a "Poor Man's Porsche" I mentioned it because some used cars can actually be sold for a profit Remember, he's asking for opinions.

I'm not sure I'd classify at 20+ year old semi-collectible car as "used". And it doesn't have much relevance to selling an 06 Boxster

now does it?. It's still perfectly possible that you could sell the boxster at a profit though, all depends on what the payoff is right?

Yeah, if I were in your shoes I'd probably try to get out of it and get something closer to what you want. It should still have plenty of warranty left on though doesn't it?

I still wouldn't bust down from a Boxster to a normal Z4 or a TT. They're more cruiser cars than sports cars.

TommyBahama · 11-30-2006, 03:45 PM

Caymens cost more then boxsters.

MnK6 · 11-30-2006, 04:33 PM

I think we were all in our 'joke' mode when we were talking about Cayman...why would i sell a Boxster and buy a Cayman?

The reason was to get rid of the Porsche cause of their high maintenance cost.

CnoteMD · 11-30-2006, 04:38 PM

Personally, I would stick with the Boxster. The only people who call the Boxster a "poor man's Porsche" seem to be more concerned with image than the actual performance of a car. If its too much money, thats one thing. But it seems you have at least another 3 years before your warranty expires.

I think going to a Z4 or a TT would be a significant step down. Also, if your head is too big for a Boxster (987), the Z4 seems to have even less room (haven't been in the new TT, yet).

TommyBahama · 11-30-2006, 04:51 PM

why all the hate on the caymen? imo C > B

Ascension · 11-30-2006, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MnK6

I think we were all in our 'joke' mode when we were talking about Cayman...why would i sell a Boxster and buy a Cayman?

The reason was to get rid of the Porsche cause of their high maintenance cost.

VERY NICE

Chris.G · 11-30-2006, 06:17 PM

Get rid of the porsche and go and buy youself a 3.2L v6 audi TT

ward · 11-30-2006, 11:53 PM

I have a Z4, and it's no boxster

keep the car you have

herbz · 12-01-2006, 10:32 AM

Boxster > Z4. Z4M > Boxster.

whippersnapper · 12-01-2006, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ascension

A VW Karmann Ghia is often referred to as a "Poor Man's Porsche"

I mentioned it because some used cars can actually be sold for a profit

Remember, he's asking for opinions.

i thought the 924 was the poor man's porsche

ward · 12-01-2006, 01:57 PM

that midnight blue is a really sharp looking color

vladinecko · 12-01-2006, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ward

that midnight blue is a really sharp looking color

i just saw the pictures and i couldn't agree more. that looks freaking awesome!

keep it, man! handling and experience are priceless on any (non-cayenne) porsche.

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MnK6 Lieutenant Colonel 50 Rep 1,887 Posts Drives: 엠쓰리 Join Date: May 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Sell 06 Boxster and get used Z4?? I am contemplating whether or not to sell my 2006 Boxster with 8K miles bought in March and getting a used 2005 Z4 3.0 or Audi TT 3.2 for around $32-$34K. I love driving the car and how it feels/handles and even though I m going to lose hell lot of money to get rid of the Boxster, at $250/oil change, I don’t think I can handle the on coming (I know it will) maintenance issues not covered under warranty. Plus the monthly payments on a Z4 or TT will be a LOT less. Do you guys think it’s worth it to keep the ‘poor man’s Carrera’ in my garage?? What would you guys do?? I need some input before I make a stupid mistake. (Or was buying a Boxster a mistake in the first place? ). I do like the Z4 3.0 alot Thanks guys!
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obLu Major 57 Rep 1,159 Posts Drives: 330i 6MT ZSP Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Kirkland, WA, USA iTrader: (1)	Am I the only one that doesn't understand that post? He already said he knows he'd loose money selling it. What's a picture of a Karman Ghia (sp?) got to do with a boxster? How'd you go about selling your boxster for a 50% profit? Me, I think money is an issue that's why he's thinking about getting rid of the boxster. Obviously he's considering that the car isn't worth the expense, especially with possible off warranty repairs looming. I'm not sure I'd go down to a Z4 or, especially, to a TT. They're not on the same level as a boxster.
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MnK6 Lieutenant Colonel 50 Rep 1,887 Posts Drives: 엠쓰리 Join Date: May 2006 Location: DC Metro iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	Even a base Caymen? I know those things, along with my regular Boxster, are dogs...I think my 330 is lot faster or feels that way at least....
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CnoteMD Commander in Chief 38 Rep 1,034 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 535i Join Date: May 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 M5 [0.00] 2006 330i [0.00]	Personally, I would stick with the Boxster. The only people who call the Boxster a "poor man's Porsche" seem to be more concerned with image than the actual performance of a car. If its too much money, thats one thing. But it seems you have at least another 3 years before your warranty expires. I think going to a Z4 or a TT would be a significant step down. Also, if your head is too big for a Boxster (987), the Z4 seems to have even less room (haven't been in the new TT, yet). __________________ 2008 BMW 535i Space Gray, Black Leather, Dark Bamboo Trim\| Sport Automatic with Paddles \| Sport Package 2008 BMW M5 (gone, but not forgotten) Space Gray, Silverstone Merino Leather, Madeira Walnut Wood Trim \| 7speed SMG \| All options Mods: Corsa Exhaust \| RPI Ram Air Intake \| H&R Sport Springs \| Rogue Engineering 12mm spacers
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Chris.G Banned 110 Rep 3,120 Posts Drives: 2011 LCI MSPORT X5 30d Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	Get rid of the porsche and go and buy youself a 3.2L v6 audi TT
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ward Major General 161 Rep 6,158 Posts Drives: F Join Date: May 2005 Location: T iTrader: (0)	I have a Z4, and it's no boxster keep the car you have
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ward Major General 161 Rep 6,158 Posts Drives: F Join Date: May 2005 Location: T iTrader: (0)	that midnight blue is a really sharp looking color
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