Highlights
- Desirable 250bhp S model in Diamond black
- Factory standard with no modifications
- Full service and new radiators 1,500 miles ago
- Well kept car in great colour scheme
The Appeal
The original Boxster was exceptional, channeling the ethos of the 911 into a sports car with an entirely different character. It was so good that buyers quickly demand more power. That came in the form of the visually identical S. A 3.2L version of the flat six hiked power to 250bhp, a jump of 25%.
Naturally, as the early Boxster gets more collectible, this is the model you want. This Diamond Black 2004 facelift car looks smart, its paintwork accented by a set of five spokes behind which are a set of red calipers. The interior is trimmed in matching black with embossed Porsche headrests. It features the versatile 5spd ‘Tiptronic’ gearbox offering full auto or sequential shift options.
The car has been well maintained throughout its life and shows low mileage for the year of under 112,000 miles. At 110,000 miles it received a full service and the radiators were also replaced, a key job on these early cars.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 25th October 2004
- 11 previous keepers
- Current keeper acquired the car in 2022
- Completely factory standard with no modifications according to seller
- Kept in a garage by current keeper
- Factory handbooks and wallet as shown
- Stamped service book as shown
- Recent independent service 12th May 2026 with mileage 111,684
- This work included new radiators and coolant flush
- V5C in current keeper’s name
- Sony stereo handbook
- MOT valid until 11.05.2027
- Advisories to note on last MOT
The Condition
- Diamond Black factory paintwork in good general condition for age
- Paintwork shows even finish with very light age to note such as stone chips
- Bodywork presents well with straight panels and generally well kept sills and arches
- Small area of paint flake to note to front offside arch that buyer may wish to remedy
- Five spoke 18in alloys in very good condition as shown with few marks
- Matching Continental tyres fitted all round with advisory for one tyre on last MOT
- Underside presents well with no structural advisories on last MOT test
- Black leather interior with embossed headrests in good order for age and mileage
- Some light creasing to seat bases and wear to driver’s bolster to note but not unsightly
- Some trim items show light marks such as centre console surround
- Fitted with modern digital Sony stereo as shown
- Black folding hard top with glass rear screen of facelift model in good order
- All instruments are working except the fuel gauge, which needs attention
The Mechanics
- 3,179cc flat six 250bhp engine
- 5spd automatic Tiptronic transmission
- Car starts well and runs smoothly we are told
- Vendor reports that it drives well
- Recent independent service 12th May 2026 with mileage 111,684
- Brand new Bosch battery fitted a month ago
- Radiators replaced and coolant flushed at same time
- Vendor reports that the car is factory standard and unmodified
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