Those service prices don't include VAT. I would say keep to the manufacturer service schedule but with an annual oil & filter change.
@p____p4tel11 сағат бұрын
An excellent video.
@stephennicholas4996Күн бұрын
You have to factor in other maintenance and parts that will break, that’s at least another £1000-£1500 p/a, there are 20yr old cars after all.
@lmcg6474Күн бұрын
Excellent
@ThatCaymanGuyКүн бұрын
Wow, that's very interesting you broke it down as monthly costs. So from an American perspective costs so far for 2024 on my 2006 CS : Oil changes are about 85 bucks for the kit every 6 months, i do the work, Tires new set of Michelin Pilot 4 S $1350, Registration- $326, smog check is every other year, i think that's 80 bucks. Insurance pretty cheap i think its maybe $800. i bought front and back brake kits i'll be changing soon, $425 each. It's not cheap like my Camry but its hella fun to drive! Thank you for the very cool and informative video!
@willbehindthecameraКүн бұрын
Thanks for watching. Good to hear your doing the work yourself. These cars are fun to work on, once you've got through the rust 😂
@ThatCaymanGuyКүн бұрын
@@willbehindthecamera fortunately, that is not an issue in So Cal , sun fade on our silver cars can be damaging though.
@04stigerКүн бұрын
Great vid as always, Will. I found it very interesting comparing costs in the UK compared to Australia. Due to luxury car import tax, my 06 Boxster S will set you back about $55,000 AU down under (a shade over 20k English pounds). Agreed value insurance around $100AU per month. The rest is very comparable. I don't use mine as a daily drive so I would expect my Michelin PS4's ($2000AU a set) to last me three years or so. I haven't had to tackle the brakes yet. I would estimate since purchase, including two services and a replacement temp sensor (so far, its only fault) that my baby is setting me back about $300AU a month. Small price to pay imho🙂
@willbehindthecameraКүн бұрын
Interesting to hear the cost of these over there. They are still great value for money
@JoeTalksCarsКүн бұрын
Amazing! You are so comfortable on camera!
@willbehindthecameraКүн бұрын
Thanks for watching mate. Looking forward to seeing you cayman roadtrip 😁 Would be cool to do a cayman vs boxster vid sometime
@paullariat4817Күн бұрын
Think we saw your Booster when I was with my 7yo going back to my 987 Cayman S. You're going to be delighted when you do your service and your fuel economy goes up. 20mpg is what I was getting before I did my service. Oil and air filter make a difference. Sounds like we're both wrenching on our cars. Enjoy!
@willbehindthecameraКүн бұрын
Thats awsome I'm sure I'll see you around. I should have the time to do the service over the bank holiday 😁
@jeffchandler76622 күн бұрын
Hi will, I’ve had my 06 987.1cayman for 3 months and absolutely love it but …………… took it to maundrells because of a noise from the engine area ………they did a full vehicle health check and found that all coils were badly cracked ( deffo over three months ago it would have happened !!) and there is a noise from the water pump which needs further investigation and a leak from the a/c pipes at the rear of the car !!!!!!!! Maundrells said they would have never sold the car in that state !!! Going to ring the specialist that sold me the car to see what they say if it’s a tough sh#t from them I have a warranty to fall back on !! So just a quick heads up for any future buyers Get a really good inspection done before parting with your hard earned dosh. Love your vids by the way mate
@willbehindthecamera2 күн бұрын
thanks for watching mate Maundrells arent too far from me i look at their cars all the time on auto trader. Thats a shame you have had issues but good you have a warranty to cover you. I wish i had a buyers inspection and will 100% be getting one on a car i buy in the future. I'd be interested in your experience on what the seller says.
@TJSTRКүн бұрын
To be honest if the warranty doesn’t cover it then research the consumer rights act. If a respected specialist says it was a fault which was older than 3 months and they would not have retailed the car then you may have a right to help from the seller even if they don’t think so. You weren’t expecting a brand new old car but you could maybe expect more than you got here. Perhaps you wouldn’t expect the entire cost covered but some contribution (fingers crossed the warranty covers it anyway).
@jeffchandler7662Күн бұрын
@@willbehindthecamera update !! Dealer has said coil packs were ok when they sold me the car !!! ( of course they were ) but that is a fair wear and tear issue which I suppose is true 😞. But he gets on really well with the warranty company and will get the water pump replaced as a preventative measure 😃😃. May as well get sparkers done at the same time I’ll worry about the a/c pipes another day !!!
@willbehindthecameraКүн бұрын
@@jeffchandler7662 Thats quite good of them with the water pump. Hopefully you get the car on the roads soon and I'll see you at some events 😀
@jeffchandler7662Күн бұрын
@@willbehindthecamera maundrells said it would be ok to use the car the coils should be ok til changed ( penned in with selling dealer in a month ) and just keep an eye on temp gauge!! It won’t go BANG it’ll be a gradual loss 😱😱
@jonathanvega60312 күн бұрын
I really enjoy these videos! It gives me like a vintage type of vibe but it's modern so wild plus IT gives me insight for services I got to do for my 987.1
@willbehindthecamera2 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching :) hopefully more vids to come with a similar vibe
@oli_box252 күн бұрын
Wow look at that, upping the production quality :D well done video, good approach to budgeting.
@willbehindthecamera2 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. Just bought a new camera and will be hopefully putting it to more use soon.
@johnheseltine48824 күн бұрын
If you think it is going to be easy doing a suspension overall check out 'It's Joel's Vlog "Suspension overall on my Boxster 986S", even a Porsche specialist struggled with ceased bolts. Stick to Boxster's, it is great content.
@willbehindthecamera4 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. Interesting. I watched joels video and it looks like it could be a bit of a challenge. I'm still keen to have a go. We will have to wait and see
@gustaff.weldon5 күн бұрын
It pains me to see the mess inside your car, get a vacuum cleaner :)
@willbehindthecamera4 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. Ive got this comment alot. I think I will be doing a full indepth clean as I've let it get a bit bad 😁
@joshswan069 күн бұрын
Nice useful video I have a battery charger but leave it in the boot. Didn’t think about I can’t open the boot.
@victoria198539 күн бұрын
The drainage thing is a common problem on all modern day Porches hardtop and cabriolets Also I wouldn’t recommend a cheap obd 2 scanner you would be better off to buy one that gives you the ability to reset service intervals and program certain electronics including the battery. If you are not planning to drive the car for a long periods you just disconnect the battery cables and don’t close the hood just leave the front hood slightly closed not fully closed if you are concerned about battery life even after you have disconnected the battery start your car once a week and keep it running for at least 20 minutes or drive it to your local grocery store also to keep engine oil in all the right areas to prevent bore scoring.
@davidleek41511 күн бұрын
If you can't afford Porsche parts, you can't afford the car.
@hawkinsjd1112 күн бұрын
That deer almost made up your mind for you!
@hawkinsjd1112 күн бұрын
It is a labor of love. I have a MY2003 Boxster S. I have spent what it is worth again on parts and updates. If you want the car to be perfect, there is a cost of ownership.
@6th.replicant57712 күн бұрын
For gods sake, wear some form of eye protection and a face mask. Trust me, you really do not want to inhale plastic dust or get even the tiniest spec in your eye…
@user-xl5le7bq7y13 күн бұрын
Tool number 6 - the driver.
@gregs868514 күн бұрын
In the US 981 S manuals are roughly 2x the price of 987.1 S manuals, so totally different price points.
@hawkinsjd1118 күн бұрын
I can see where you are coming from, but I really like my 2003 Boxster S.
@willbehindthecamera18 күн бұрын
Never been in a 986, but they look like proper classics now. Love them
@rgfromkl359419 күн бұрын
The car driving into the scenery reminded me of NFS Porsche Unleashed. Good memories from my childhood
@Mckorzi20 күн бұрын
You forgot to mention a vacuum cleaner. Your car definitely needs one🤷♂️
@997GURU20 күн бұрын
You should have used grease on the moving parts, that shifter will wear out in no time
@TJSTR22 күн бұрын
Too late now but I would have explored redress from the seller. I’m not sure that ‘sold as seen’ removes the legal obligations of a trader under the consumer rights act. If it was sold with a known and declared problem then that’s fair but, if it isn’t fit for purpose (as a car!) after 4 days then I think they may have been responsible for a disastrous pre existing issue like this. If anyone else is in this position then I’d advise them to at least look into it before paying themselves. Be fair to traders for sure - I’ve seen some stories of really unreasonable buyers expecting a 10 year old car to be brand new - but make sure your rights are respected.
@tinyrodent282124 күн бұрын
Great video, please could you fix the links in the description, you've linked the Trickle charger and Jump pack twice instead of the OBD scanner and the Jack
@willbehindthecamera24 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and pointing that out, not sure what happened there. Should be fixed now
@tinyrodent282124 күн бұрын
I've got the same booster jump pack and it's saved me after shutting the bonnet with a disconnected battery, and when the battery died. Something to note (note sure if it's specific to that jumper pack), but it didn't like me having it on the red fuse and the ground point, so I had to use the manual override button on it.
@constantinrenoir827325 күн бұрын
Very great job, more pure driving videos on your channel please! For next videos, it could be possible to fix a camera on the pedalbox to film your footwork please? :)
@willbehindthecamera25 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. Ill get out filming this weekend. :)
@constantinrenoir827325 күн бұрын
@@willbehindthecamera Thank you very much Will! :D
@ol48spring25 күн бұрын
What if I have more than five tools? Will that be ok?
@hawkinsjd1125 күн бұрын
Get a quick jack. It is a life changer.
@willbehindthecamera25 күн бұрын
On my list they look great.
@user-ky8bo5jf3h26 күн бұрын
Also missed you at last Cotswold tribal....😢
@willbehindthecamera26 күн бұрын
Sorry I missed it I got back from holiday that night. But had a 6 hour delay and didnt get home in time. I'll be at the next ones 100% 😀
@user-ky8bo5jf3h26 күн бұрын
Will, where do you get the wire brush from ?
@willbehindthecamera26 күн бұрын
the brush was just a £5 off amazon. I'll link it in the description
@reesehayman734127 күн бұрын
Mine keeps on going wonky some reason
@willbehindthecamera26 күн бұрын
Mine was like that for a while. I loosened off all the bolts and then rearanged it to sit flat. Mines still a bit off
@hawkinsjd1116 күн бұрын
@@willbehindthecamera aftermarket do that.
@aidan46327 күн бұрын
Great video Will. I have a fault reader for the exact same check engine light code which pops up if I don’t work the engine nice and hot. Ageing cats I’ve been told. Re the Frunk release, JR Garage have a whole channel on buying non starting Boxsters from auction and getting up under front wheel arch to pull a cable manual release for the front boot, so worth knowing that’s an option too 😊. Love the trombone cleaner and will pick one of those up myself now, thanks 😊 but don’t forget the rear drain holes from convertible roof too as they’ll soak the back of cabin and fry the module under the passenger seat if blocked.
@willbehindthecamera26 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. I'll have a look at the Frunk release, helpfull to know incase i get caught out. I'll be cleaning all the holes as ihe had it parked under a tree for a few weeks. 😂
@MrRoyck1028 күн бұрын
I had 987.2 it was marred by one niggle after another including two badly corroded drive shaft after I did AOS, coffin arm, window regulator then the AC stopped working. I sold it and bought 981 with 2 years Porsche warranty, I have no issues and get almost 340 to a full tank of Ron 99 compared to 225 I got with the 987.2. The two car are similar in power but completely different chassis setup with 981 being way advanced compared to the 987 dated chassis. Edit Don’t be too optimistic about beating a base 981 😂 as you keep going about losing power, you might be in for a surprise because the 981 S feels almost the same as 981 base with a torque advantage more noticeable on a hills. I will gladly take you on at the traffic lights without hesitation because you will have to squeeze every single bit of your 20 bhp advantage.
@willbehindthecamera28 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. A 981 is on my radar, Im always looking on auto trader. Could be worth the upgrade
@oli_box2529 күн бұрын
Nice video, +1 on the mobile jumpsarter!! sidenote: how are the nankangs? Been shopping for a new summer set and I can't bring myself to pay micheline money... Lol Cheers
@willbehindthecamera28 күн бұрын
Jump starter is a must. You’re in the situation I was in. They are pretty good and feel nice. I need some fresh rubber for my fronts and I’ll probably go nankangs.
@delscorey872728 күн бұрын
Great idea for a video on the drain holes, thanks a lot Will
@popeye904829 күн бұрын
I'd recommend a decent hoover, too 😂
@willbehindthecamera29 күн бұрын
Haha yeah I’ll finally clean this car one day 😂
@stereoheadmtl594429 күн бұрын
Sounds like a Miata😮
@oli_box25Ай бұрын
Here's my philosophy on this: i totally agree with your point on the refinement of newer cars; I howerver prefer the rawness as a second car. HOWEVER, these cars have issues: newer cars too, just different types of issues. Really think long a research before switching!
@willbehindthecameraАй бұрын
Thanks for watching. Im thinking that way. the 987 is a great 2nd car. If i were to get something more modern I may consider using it as a daily. But at the moment i think ill stick with it and save some cash up.
@delscorey8727Ай бұрын
Keep the porsche mate,
@willbehindthecameraАй бұрын
Thanks for watching. I think I will be for a while and do a few trips in it while I have it
@chrispig7748Ай бұрын
I had the same thought with mine. It had just gone over 70000 miles and I was getting paranoid about something happening. I thought I could hear noises from the engine and worrying about’ticking’ . I sold it back to the dealer and after preparing it he spit on a week! I didn’t plan to keep it long term but I do miss it and may have another someday, either 987.2 or 981. With PDK would be my dream spec. I will stick with the base engine, enough power for me
@willbehindthecameraАй бұрын
Thanks for watching. I'll probably hold it for a bit longer. I'm always looking at other things but I think I'll save up for a more significant upgrade if I can. :)
@hawkinsjd1112 күн бұрын
There is never enough power.
@Ont785Ай бұрын
Be very careful with the trim piece that runs from the door up to the convertible top. The replacement piece is over $1400 US… Canada it’s over $2000 for a piece of rubber. I asked Porsche to explain, it’s “meh” We don’t care what you think
@JohnBaxendaleАй бұрын
So I went with the Function First kit, which includes a couple of extra parts of this, but is also quite a lot more expensive - however, it eliminated *all* the play, it's like a rifle bolt. I've taken some videos which I'll get round to uploading at some point! PS: That bird turd is very distracting.
@gar24407Ай бұрын
Bore score is mainly due to bad injector washing the oil off the cylinder wall. Sample the oil, fuel in the oil is the 1st indicator. Run fuel injector cleaner often on DI cars.
@christianrode25492 ай бұрын
had the same issue - there is a plate in there, that you can take out - then it works..
@bealzibub40022 ай бұрын
Just pay the extra for a full numeric kit
@ant76og222 ай бұрын
Fitted the same shifter & had the same issue, i just ground a few millimetres off the ends of the shafts, fit perfectly after that.
@willbehindthecamera2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. A few other people i spoke t had fitment issues too. I guess thats why its cheap.
@bruniau2 ай бұрын
maybe wash you window
@willbehindthecamera2 ай бұрын
noted
@jacdavis2 ай бұрын
That was bugging me too 😂😂😂 Good video, ive recently subscribed as I've bought my first 987 . So far I'm loving it, and your videos are giving good insights on what to look out for problem wise, and how look after it. Thanks 😊
@davidchoeun2 ай бұрын
Have the camera non sun side 😅
@JohnBaxendaleАй бұрын
@@davidchoeun Makes it harder to drive from the passenger seat though ;)