1997 Porsche Boxster 5SPD MANUAL w/HARD TOP HWY MILES FRESH TRADE

Make

Porsche

Model

Boxster 5SPD MANUAL w/HARD TOP HWY MILES FRESH TRADE

Year

1997

Listed price

$11,995

Location

Stafford, Texas

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

113,871 miles

When Porsche unveiled the Boxster concept at the 1993 Detroit Auto Show, it signaled a bold new direction for the brand. Designed to evoke the legendary 550 Spyder and address the need for a more accessible entry-level model, the production 986-generation Boxster arrived in 1996 to critical acclaim. It was Porsche's first road car designed from the ground up as a roadster, and its mid-engine layout, near-perfect weight distribution, and sublime handling quickly established it as a benchmark for open-top sports cars. The Boxster's success was pivotal in Porsche's revitalization, laying the groundwork for future models and proving that the brand could innovate beyond the 911. This 1997 Boxster represents an early example of the model that saved Porsche, presented in its original Guards Red over a tan interior. Power comes from the spirited 2.5-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine, paired with a desirable 5-speed manual transmission that puts the driver firmly in control of its 201 horsepower. Showing 113,871 miles, this example has clearly enjoyed its life on the open road. It arrives as a fresh trade-in, complete with its optional factory hardtop, offering the best of both open-air motoring and coupe-like refinement. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an analog, mid-engine Porsche roadster with a manual gearbox.