3.7

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
34,000 miles

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problem #1

Apr 192014

Boxster 6-cyl

  • 34,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Porsche Boxster. The contact stated while traveling approximately 55 mph, the engine made a loud noise, various warning lamps illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the motor needed to be replaced. The independent mechanic suggested that the vehicle be taken to an authorized Porsche dealer for repairs. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who verified the failure and stated that the motor had self destructed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was to be inspected and repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000. Updated 8/12/14 updated 8/23/2017

- Kansas City, MO, USA

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