2009 and later

Asked by Jim Feb 14, 2017 at 06:26 PM about the Porsche Boxster

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So are 2009 and later 986/987 models
significantly more reliable than earlier
model years?

Thanks!
Interested buyer

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Stephen answered 7 years ago

That's really an opened ended question but I would say yes, the newer models do seem to be more reliable than the pre-2009 models. Good Luck, happy hunting.

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Bob answered 7 years ago

The intermediate shaft bearing assembly issue is resolved in the newer models. So it should be a safer bet.

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Bob answered 7 years ago

https://www.oregonpca.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ORPCA- IMS.pdf

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Craig answered 7 years ago

IMS issue resolved in the later models. If you buy earlier models I suggest LN engineering IMS bearing upgrade. I've owned several and felt the upgrade gave me piece of mind and very reliable cars.

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Jim answered 7 years ago

Thanks to all for info and confirmations! Probably will have to back off to a base model for budget reasons but there is no substitute...

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