Living with and maintaining a 12-year-old Porsche Boxster S

All pretty minor issues but being a Porsche, they do cost a small fortune to do.

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Maintenance Update

The car is now 12 years old and in spite of being extremely reliable, there are items that need replacement to keep it running in top shape. I keep reading Porsche forums and found these to be common problems with the 987.2. All pretty minor but being a Porsche, they do cost a small fortune to do. On the flip side, once I replace them, I am good for 10 years (Porsche quality).

Here is a quick list of things I have replaced in the last couple of months:

Cooling System (I could see the coolant reducing occasionally and this is a common problem)

• Replaced the front left radiator
• Thermostat replaced
• Coolant reservoir tank replaced
• All hoses replaced (these become brittle over time)
• New coolant of course
• All related smaller parts to do the above (gaskets etc)

Shifter Cables (known to snap on almost all 987 manuals)

• Upgraded to Numeric Racing shifter cables that are much stronger (that my brother got from the US)
• Changed transmission oil (due after 12 years as per the manual)

My gearshifts are so much better feeling with the new cables

Other small items

• The driver's power window switch was moody. Changed to a new one
• Front bumper had holes for number plates which I hated. Filled and repainted the bumper. Will now put a smaller number plate that will make the front look nicer (any suggestions?)
• Power steering oil changed

Overall, I am quite happy with the work done as it makes me more confident in using the car more often. I have not been able to use it as much as I would like to but I have started using it more the last few months. Before, I was always too scared about parking etc. I am still very cautious but trying to get myself to take it out more!

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