PORSCHE Boxster S (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
Porsche Boxster - 986. (1997 to 2004) The first-generation Porsche Boxster (the 986) was introduced in late 1996; it was powered by a 2.5-litre flat six-cylinder engine. The design was heavily influenced by the 1992 Boxster Concept. In 2000, the base model was upgraded to a 2.7-litre engine and the new Porsche Boxster S variant was introduced.
PORSCHE Boxster S (986) Specs & Photos 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 autoevolution
The Porsche 986 is the internal designation for the first generation Boxster, a mid-engine two-seater roadster built by German automobile manufacturer Porsche. Introduced in late 1996, the Boxster, based on the 1993 Boxster Concept, was Porsche's first road vehicle to be originally designed as a roadster since the 550 Spyder.
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
Porsche Boxster S (type 986) In model year 1999, Porsche extended the Boxster series to include the top-of-the-range Boxster S. The top model only differed from the Boxster in terms of a few visual details. The Boxster S was powered by a 3.2-liter engine, initially with an output of 252 horsepower but this was enhanced to 260 horsepower from.
PORSCHE Boxster S (986) 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 autoevolution
The car was praised and celebrated from day one, and that praise hasn't faded - the Boxster is still to be found in Porsche dealerships around the globe. Early cars are getting cheap now, but they're not as cheap as they have been. Prices are on the up, as people are waking up to the modern classic appeal of the early 986 Boxster.
PORSCHE Boxster S (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
Boxster 986 rims are available in 16-18-inch and the Boxster tire size naturally widens as the rims increase. The narrowest tires are 205s (rims 6ร16) and the widest tire size is as high as 265, with rims of 9ร18 or 10ร18. The last Porsche Boxster 986 specs table also shows Boxster tire pressures.
PORSCHE Boxster S (986) Specs & Photos 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 autoevolution
The average Porsche Boxster costs about $25,171.73. The average price has decreased by -10.4% since last year. The 88 for sale near Memphis, TN on CarGurus, range from $8,320 to $167,491 in price. How many Porsche Boxster vehicles in Memphis, TN have no reported accidents or damage?
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
A 986 Boxster is a great and inexpensive way into Porsche ownership: most are dependable, fun and cheap to run, but maintenance costs can hit you if the rare engine issues strike. To minimise the risk, buy one with full (especially recent) service history. The 2.5/2.7 is the most usable; the 3.2 is the most rewarding to drive; look for a high.
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
Detailed specs and features for the Used 2003 Porsche Boxster including dimensions, horsepower, engine, capacity, fuel economy, transmission, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more.
PORSCHE Boxster S (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
Year 2000 brought the 986 Boxster S with a 250 hp, 225 lb-ft 3.2-liter flat-six and six-speed transmission. The bigger and more powerful engine required an additional radiator, so the Boxster S.
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 autoevolution
The Boxster 986.2 (Refresh) While the 996-generation 911 was facelifted for the 2002 model year (996.2), the Boxster 986 never received a real facelift, just a number of changes were carried out for the 2003 model year (986.2). The biggest news was the new roof with rear window made of real glass (and now heated).
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
Powered by an air-cooled 2.5-litre flat-six, it maintained Porsche's characteristic boxer growl and punchy performance. The cabin was beautifully finished and well-engineered. But above all, the Boxster was a tremendous car to drive, with limpet-like grip, terrific steering and a surprisingly compliant ride. These days, we think the Boxster.
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
For the last model year 2004, shortly before the 986-generation Boxster was replaced by the 987 successor generation, Porsche created the special-edition model "50 years of 550 Spyder". This was limited to 1953 units and evoked the first thoroughbred Porsche race cars, whose genes lived on in the Boxster.
Porsche Boxster 986 Cathedral Classics
The Porsche Boxster 986 came in various guises over its 8 year production run. It was initially powered by a 2.5l flat-six engine, which was upgraded to a 2.7l in 1999. At the same time, Porsche released the Boxster S, which had a 3.2l engine and a significant increase in power.
PORSCHE Boxster S (986) Specs & Photos 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 autoevolution
Porsche 986 Boxster. Introduced for 1997, the 986 Boxster saved Porsche at a time when their future was highly uncertain. With design harkening back to models such as the 550 Spyder, it quickly became a staple of the lineup. Boxster S models were later introduced.
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
For the 986's final model year, 2004, Porsche introduced the 550 Spyder 50th Anniversary edition Boxster, based on the S model. The most powerful first-gen Boxster produced, it made 264.
PORSCHE Boxster (986) Specs & Photos 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 autoevolution
The Porsche Boxster 986 history had lasted for six years and it was time for a facelift while waiting for the successor 987. The front and rear bumpers are redesigned in both the 986 Porsche Boxster S 3.2 Facelift and Boxster 2.7 Facelift models, with more emphasis on the air intakes and exhaust pipe. The Porsche 986 Boxster S 3.2 Facelift.