Used 2003 Porsche Boxster Consumer Reviews
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Fun, but costly...
tice75, 04/18/2009
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was fortunate enough to own this vehicle for about 18 months. I bought it in 2007 with 5500 miles on it and put close to 20k on it in the year and a half that I owned it. It was near new! This car is incredibly fun to drive and the pick up is amazing. Being 6'4" tall, I was reasonably comfortable, but on long trips, a good stretch after a couple of hours is helpful. My overall ownership experience was OK, but it was rather expensive to own. I probably wouldn't buy another Porsche again.
My Boxster
Moki, 06/01/2005
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
During 26 months of ownership it was down for repairs for a total of 90 days with multiple problems over multiple systems from electrical to suspension and lastly a new engine. I've received no traffics tickets in this car to demonstrate it has been pampered. Porsche did extend the warranty for two years, but have been very slow deciding how to repair, obtaining parts, and scheduling the work.
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First Porsche
Wais, 02/03/2009
2003 Porsche Boxster S 2dr Convertible (3.2L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my first Porsche and a dream come true. I love every minute of driving it, washing it, and detailing it. I was afraid of getting a Porsche for all the horror stories you hear; expensive, costly maintenance, costly parts, unreliable etc. I bought it used with a 3/36,000 premium warranty and only 24K miles at under $28k! You can't get an average Japanese or American car for that price. After checking Consumer Reports and JD Power and Associates ratings, I decided to get it. Get it and you won't regret it. Life is too short not to have fun. Just cover your basis with a warranty, low mileage, and Carfax, then live life!
Raucous Fun in the Sun
Speed Yellow, 07/30/2008
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I feel that the outstanding sense of balance is a Boxster's trademark. It's not the fastest of two seat roadsters (even in S form), but it is surely the most fun to drive. The car's handling instills confidence in even the most tenuous of drivers. Cornering is effortless; the car's center of gravity feels like it is located under your seat. The the suspension communicates precisely what you need to know and it transmits your steering and throttle inputs with a smooth competency. The engine sings at higher RPM and begs to be revved to its limits, that's where the power band is and that's where the whole driving experience comes together, putting a big, goofy grin on your face. It's Heaven.
Awesome Car!
M4240Z, 12/09/2003
2003 Porsche Boxster 2dr Convertible (2.7L 6cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've always wanted a Boxster, and it's everything I ever imagined. Great handling, terrific sound, terrific acceleration (even without fully breaking in the engine), amazing looks, comfortable. Neutral handling, responsive brakes, telepathic steering - - you just think it around curves.