Highlights
- Current keeper since 2004
- Fastidiously cared for with Porsche service history
- Presents in excellent overall condition
- ULEZ compliant
The Appeal
It is difficult to imagine, given the present-day success of the Porsche brand, that in the early nighties, the manufacturer was struggling to keep up with fast-paced modernisation of the car.
Inspired by the 356 Cabriolet, the 986 Boxster came along in 1996 allowing sports car enthusiasts to get a fix of 2-seater fun without spending 911 money. It was a hit, managing to keep the respect as being a “proper Porsche” thanks to a rear-mounted flat-six and a convertible roof ensuring its status as part of the Porsche catalogue indefinitely.
Inspired by the 356 Cabriolet, the 986 Boxster came along in 1996 allowing sports car enthusiasts to get a fix of 2-seater fun without spending 911 money. It was a hit, managing to keep the respect as being a “proper Porsche” thanks to a rear-mounted flat-six and a convertible roof ensuring its status as part of the Porsche catalogue indefinitely.
Now cemented as a modern classic, low mileage, original examples are cherished by collectors. This one fits the bill thanks to long-term ownership and tasteful specification, making it ready to be cherished by a new custodian. Diligently maintained, this is likely to perk the ears of anyone in the market for a tidy B-road basher.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 09/03/2001
- Current keeper since 2004
- File contains original leather folder and silver Porsche book pack
- Bill of sale from purchase in 2004 at Stratstone of Wilmslow
- Porsche service booklet present showing x12 entries all by Porsche main dealer service centres
- Invoice from Weissach Porsche Specialists for £3,907.80 in July 2023
- MOT until 31st July 2025
- ULEZ compliant
- Two sets of keys (remote locking)
The Condition
- Current keeper has always kept the vehicle garaged
- Metallic Silver paintwork
- Bodywork appears very smart with only a few stone chips and blemishes
- 16” five-spoke facelift alloy wheels, all look in excellent order
- Original sill umbrella still present
- Terracotta red leather interior presents smartly - marked on driver's seat base
- Carpets and fabrics are clean, bright and showing very little sign of age and use
- The convertible hood’s headlining is in great shape with no watermarks or signs of leaks
- Wind deflector between rear behind rear headrests
- Switches, components and touchpoints all in good condition
- Front headlights appear crystal clear in indicator colour and transparency
- Small chip to the lower driver-side taillight
- Front and back boot spaces appear smart
- Tailgate spoiler disconnected due to an undiagnosed fault
- Rear ‘Boxster’ badge has a chip to the ‘B’
The Mechanics
- 2.7-litre rear-mounted flat-six engine
- Five-speed automatic transmission
- Electrically adjustable front leather seats
- New battery to be fitted prior to sale
- Appears unmodified and presented in factory mechanical specification
- No obvious faults reported
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