
Porsche’s second-generation Boxster expanded on the original’s already stellar abilities with an all-new interior, revised exterior styling, improved chassis, and more power. This first-year 987.1 Boxster S – finished in classic Basalt Black Metallic over a Sand Beige interior with a black top – features a 280 horsepower 3.2L flat-six-cylinder engine paired with a precise 6-speed manual transmission. An impressive modifications list is highlighted by a set of 18″ factory Porsche wheels, a Ben’s short-shifter assembly, and Soul Performance exhaust tips. Service performed by the seller totaling more than $8,000 includes refreshing the suspension, brakes, interior repairs, a new water pump, and more. This Boxster S is ready for the next owner to enjoy it as intended — with the sweet-sounding flat-six singing on twisty back roads.
After looking through dozens of Boxsters (seemingly all of them with black or gray interiors) I saw this beauty with a Sand Beige interior, and I fell head over heels. There were issues like broken/sticky switches and interior fittings, non-working lights and options, worn brakes, and the handling was not what it should be. That said, it was still the best handling car I had ever driven. After the 600 mile drive home I set out to put her back into proper shape. Which I did. This is a beautiful machine that looks, drives, and sounds great. Everything works as it should. Paint is glossy and body is excellent. There is no rust. Convertible top is excellent, as is interior. This car begs to be driven and I simply can’t do her justice. I’m hoping the next owner will drive the heck out of her.
Vehicle History & Overview
Per the included Carfax report, this Boxster S was sold to its first California-based owner in June 2005. Subsequent owners registered this Porsche in Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas. The seller purchased this Boxster in October 2020 and has added less than 3,500 of the 123,00 miles shown. Tasteful modifications include a set of 18” factory Porsche wheels, Soul Performance exhaust tips, Kenwood audio unit, Raceseng shift knob, Ben’s short-shifter assembly, WeatherTech floor mats, and more as detailed below. The seller states they performed extensive service and repairs, with over $8,000 in parts receipts shown in the Servicing & Documentation section. A factory car cover and floor mats, along with the factory owner’s manuals, tool kit, and two keys/keyless entry remote units are included.
Equipment
A digital copy of this car’s factory equipment and options, plus a VIN Analytics report are shown below (click the images to expand):
Modifications
EXTERIOR
18” staggered Porsche wheels
Chrome wheel lug set
Tow hook-mounted front license plate holder
Soul Performance X-Pipe with satin tips
INTERIOR
Window tint (under previous ownership)
Kenwood DNX576S radio/nav unit with Bose integration and Apple CarPlay
Raceseng Prolix weighted shift knob
LED bulbs/units for interior lights
Custom interior wind-stops
WeatherTech floor liners
MECHANICAL
Porsche 911 GT3 front brake ducts (larger cooling volume versus stock)
Sebro slotted rear brake rotors
Rennline braided stainless steel brake lines
Ben’s short shifter with side lever
Low-temperature thermostat
BMC washable air filter
Servicing & Documentation
Per the seller, the following items have been replaced under their ownership, with over $8,000 in parts receipts included. The seller performed the labor with the exception of the four wheel alignment, headlight alignment, and Dealer Handover Reset.
120,000-mile service kit
New fluids (all)
New filters (all) including washable air cleaner
New spark plugs
New magnetic oil drain plug
New front/rear brake discs/rotors, including caliper rebuild
New front/rear stainless brake hoses
New air/oil separator plus upper breather tube
New mass airflow sensor
New water pump, low-temperature thermostat, accessory drive belt, and coolant cap (Rev. 4)
New front/rear struts, mounts, and bearings
New tie rod ends (inner/outer, left/right)
Replacement front „coffin arms“
New front/rear left/right sway bar links
New sway bar/stabilizer bar bushings
New washer fluid pump
Replacement passenger window switch
New frunk/trunk switch unit
New climate control toggles
Replacement sun visors
New glove box support hardware
New trunk strut
New gas cap
Four wheel alignment
Dealer handover reset (to re-enable heated seats and HomeLink)
Driver headlight adjustment
Baujahr: | 2005 |
Modell: | Boxster |
FIN: | WP0CB29885U731805 |
Karosserie: | Coupé |
Baureihe: | 987 |
Laufleistung: | 123000 mi |
Leistung: | 240 PS |
Hubraum: | 2,7 Liter |
Lenkung: | links |
Getriebe: | Manuell |
Antrieb: | Heckantrieb |
Kraftstoff: | Benzin |
Ausstattung: | ABS Airbag Servolenkung Navigationssystem Klimaanlage |
Innenfarbe: | Beige |
Innenmaterial: | Stoff/Leder Kombination |
Außenfarbe: | Schwarz |
Neu / gebraucht: | Gebrauchtwagen |