New (THRILLED) Boxster owner

[Eastside_J]

I just bought a 2002 Boxster, black with a jade green leather interior (loved the color combo).

I am in my late 30's and have never owned a remotely interesting or fast car in my life so this is quite the thrill. Speed limits have suddenly become much more meaningful and have started meaning less at the same time :o

The car has about 54K miles and is in great condition. The only problem I have found is that the horn doesn't work???? I am going to check the most obvious culprit first (fuse). But was told by a Porsche enthusiast friend that this might be a common issue with Boxsters?

First wanted to say hello and also ask if that is true about horn problems.

Oh also, if anyone knows an excellent and reasonable (non dealer) Porsche mechanic in Cincinnati OH, I would LOVE a referral.

Thanks

[White987S]

Jade green leather, that sounds kind of rare.

Welcome to the Porsche world. :)

Yes, I have heard of a few horn problems with the Boxster. Not too uncommon.

Join your local PCA, and take some Drivers Ed and Auto X's.

[TKE878]

Welcome! Ditto Join PCA and have some fun. Post some photos of your new wheels.

[1schoir]

:welcome:

I just bought a 2002 Boxster, black with a jade green leather interior (loved the color combo).

I am in my late 30's and have never owned a remotely interesting or fast car in my life so this is quite the thrill. Speed limits have suddenly become much more meaningful and have started meaning less at the same time :o

The car has about 54K miles and is in great condition. The only problem I have found is that the horn doesn't work???? I am going to check the most obvious culprit first (fuse). But was told by a Porsche enthusiast friend that this might be a common issue with Boxsters?

First wanted to say hello and also ask if that is true about horn problems.

Oh also, if anyone knows an excellent and reasonable (non dealer) Porsche mechanic in Cincinnati OH, I would LOVE a referral.

Thanks

:welcome:

The more common problem with the horn is that it sometimes beeps without you pressing down on the horn pad because of some parts that wear out under the horn pad. As a result, some owners either pull out the fuse, disconnect the horn, or pull out the relay to avoid the annoyance of the horn going off when they hit a bump, etc...

First check (and replace) the fuse (25 amp at position B3 in the main fuse panel). You'll probably find it's missing.

If it's not the fuse, check the horn relay (position 10) in the main relay panel (last position all the way to the right, 4 rows up from the bottom, with the bottom row on the relay panel being empty of relays).

You will find the main fuse panel and the main relay panel above the left footwell kick panel.

Once you get the horn going, if you find it sounds when you hit bumps, etc., do a search here for the DIY fix.

Regards, Maurice.

[Eastside_J]

Jade green leather, that sounds kind of rare.

Welcome to the Porsche world. :)

Yes, I have heard of a few horn problems with the Boxster. Not too uncommon.

Join your local PCA, and take some Drivers Ed and Auto X's.

Thanks, I think it is listed as "Nephrite" Green. Whoever was the original purchaser outfitted the car up in ways that I would have balked at (due to the price tag on the options), but am absolutely loving buying used. Seat crests, carbon fiber shifter and hand brake etc.

[Eastside_J]

:welcome:

I just bought a 2002 Boxster, black with a jade green leather interior (loved the color combo).

I am in my late 30's and have never owned a remotely interesting or fast car in my life so this is quite the thrill. Speed limits have suddenly become much more meaningful and have started meaning less at the same time :o

The car has about 54K miles and is in great condition. The only problem I have found is that the horn doesn't work???? I am going to check the most obvious culprit first (fuse). But was told by a Porsche enthusiast friend that this might be a common issue with Boxsters?

First wanted to say hello and also ask if that is true about horn problems.

Oh also, if anyone knows an excellent and reasonable (non dealer) Porsche mechanic in Cincinnati OH, I would LOVE a referral.

Thanks

:welcome:

The more common problem with the horn is that it sometimes beeps without you pressing down on the horn pad because of some parts that wear out under the horn pad. As a result, some owners either pull out the fuse, disconnect the horn, or pull out the relay to avoid the annoyance of the horn going off when they hit a bump, etc...

First check (and replace) the fuse (25 amp at position B3 in the main fuse panel). You'll probably find it's missing.

If it's not the fuse, check the horn relay (position 10) in the main relay panel (last position all the way to the right, 4 rows up from the bottom, with the bottom row on the relay panel being empty of relays).

You will find the main fuse panel and the main relay panel above the left footwell kick panel.

Once you get the horn going, if you find it sounds when you hit bumps, etc., do a search here for the DIY fix.

Regards, Maurice.

Maurice, thanks for the welcome and much thanks for the fuse and relay tip.

[Jay H]

Congrats on the purchase!

You MUST post pics of this color combo! I'd love to see it!

Jay

02 986

90 964

84 911

[gmavrom]

I just bought a 2000 with 42k miles Green and tan interrior. had same proble, Seems that is a common problem. I had it fixed last week for $140 to include a new horn bracket part. You will be needing some major service at 60k. Find a cheap porsche mechanic to do your work. Usually charge around $80 an hour

Edited March 4, 2009 by gmavrom

[secretagent214]

Don't be afraid to do that 60k service yourself...I had to do the 120k scheduled service shortly after I bought my Boxster and it was a good way to learn where everything was (like the engine). If you do that, I'd recommend buying the Bentley service manual. Also, check out Pelican Parts on the net for parts...they will have about anything you need.

BTW, I had horn problems too...turned out to be a disconnected ground wire on the horn button. I had a forum thread on that subject last year sometime.

Edited March 4, 2009 by secretagent214

[70Sixter]

:cheers: :welcome: :welcome:

Good advice about the Bentley manual and joining PCA. I think you can still get the manual thru the RennTech Amazon store and get credit to the site. Pelican good also.

For a lighter, less technically oriented Boxster site try 986Forum.com in addition to this one.

[aron in toronto]

Welcome from another Nephrite owner.

You have a pretty rare color interior, one that I've only seen 2 times in the flesh other than in my own car that is and always been with Arctic silver exteriors.

I've seen photos of the nephrite with black, white, and yellow exteriors and I like them all.

It's not a color for everyone but but I appreciate it.

Here is a poor photo of mine with a little of the dash showing.

[palmtree907]

I wish my horn didn't work! the 4 spoke wheel makes it easy to inadvertantly beep the horn while just driving along. Someday I'll be able to afford a 3 spoke wheel...

[jmatta]

Please post some pics when you have a moment, especially the interior. I'm picturing something like the Ruf green interiors, but may be mistaken.

[Jay H]

Man, that's HOT. A stunning interior!

[Eastside_J]

Nice! I think the green looks good with the Silver also.

I just realized I have zero photos to share. Gotta remedy that this weekend. :D