1998 Porsche Boxster Engine problems

1998 Porsche boxster. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine problems. *Smd the consumer stated between 1997 and 1998 porsche produced an engine with two known flaws. The first, was the engine block, that was too porous. It caused the cylinder walls to crack, causing loss of all compression in the cylinder, and therefore rendering the engine useless. Secondly, they designed a faulty intermediate bearing shaft, that had a high rate of failure, and destroying the engine. Also, the computer module was located in a position that exposed it to increased probability to short circuit.

We bought a 1998 porsche boxster in aug 2009. Serviced as required. On 9/7/10 out driving, stopped at a stop sign as we proceeded through the stop sign the engine died, white smoke came pouring out the back. Had it towed to mechanic and was informed that then motor had seized due to the ims (intermediate shaft). Car had approx 34k for mileage. Contacted porsche america and was basically told there was nothing they could do. After researching on the web, this appears to be a pretty common problem with the...

Engine coolant tank cracked for porsche boxster (1998). The temperature monitor flashes indicating overheating engine and may cause engine to seize while driving. Contacted dealer who indicated its a common safety problem. Contacted porsche cars north america, who did not offer any repair assistance. *La

Engine breakdown, black smoke and water through the exhaust, piston and piston housing broken & engine block cracked.

Engine failure/breakdown; no real explanation from pca, many other boxster owner with engine failure, search at-- www.986Board.Com/board/986board.Htm --. All of the sudden boxster engine suddenly fails/breakdown, dealer replaced them but what will happen after engine warranty is over and the engine fails due to the same problem. In view pca offices does not give a real answer, probably they are avoiding a engine recall and wait until every engine breaks/ fails. It will not be safe to the owners of these cars. I do...

Complete engine failure at 4600 miles, seems to be a common problem. *Ak

SENSOR PLATE FAILURE CAUSED OIL TO LEAK. YH

Coolant liquid started to pour out of vehicle ,vehicle was in service three times.Cannot determine defect. *Aktailpipe cover came off, convertable top motors out of adjustment causing noise on the right side,ecu had to be recoded to accept key head, left headlight lense reflector replaced, the air bag light illuminated the dealer replaced r/f seatbelt lock was inoperative. Sb