2009 Porsche Boxster Base
WP0CA29809U710732
Vehicle history report for the 2009 Porsche Boxster Base (VIN WP0CA29809U710732). Silver, convertible/cabriolet, 2.9L 6-cyl 255 hp, gasoline. 57,375 mi reported. Registered in Wa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN WP0CA29809U710732
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2009 Porsche Boxster.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Porsche Boxster, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 3
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2009 Porsche Boxster.
TIRES
TIRES ARE 235/40 R18 REAR TIRES. This is the second set of these tires that have worn out after about 3500 city/highway road miles. No racing, no drifting, no tire spinning on launch. Porsche dealer replaced both sets as part of CPO process; now I need a third set. Current mileage on the car is 63590; I purchased it in Sept of 2021 with 57K miles. Tire w…
NHTSA ODI #11461509POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
VEHICLE STUCK IN NEUTRAL AFTER FEW SECONDS STOP AT STOP SIGN IN CROSS STREET. WAS ABLE TO DRIVE INTO HOTEL PARKING LOT A FEW FEET AWAY AND VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME. MISSED FIRST REPAIR APPOINTMENT BUT RESCHEDULED FOR 11/20/2014. 11/13/2014-VEHICLE NOW WILL NOT STAY ON WHEN KEY IS TURNED, WILL TRY A BATTERY CHARGE. EXPECTING TO REPLACE BATTERY AFTER DIAGNOS…
NHTSA ODI #10655152POWER TRAIN
VEHICLE (MANUAL TRANSMISSION) STUCK IN FIRST GEAR WHILE ENTERING CROSS STREET. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. I MANAGED TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT, BUT IT WAS A CLOSE CALL. THE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION IS UNABLE TO SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. *TR
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
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Is the VIN WP0CA29809U710732 valid?
WP0CA29809U710732 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Germany. It decodes to the 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Does the 2009 Porsche Boxster have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2009 Porsche Boxster. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What fuel economy does the 2009 Porsche Boxster get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Porsche Boxster at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).
Data last checked 6 Aug 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.