1998 Porsche Boxster

Make

Porsche

Model

Boxster

Year

1998

Listed price

$8,800

Location

Round Lake, Illinois

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

94,110 miles

When Porsche unveiled the Boxster concept at the 1993 Detroit Auto Show, it signaled a crucial turning point for the marque. Facing financial difficulties and an aging product line, Porsche needed a hit, and the mid-engined, water-cooled roadster delivered. Drawing heavily on the styling cues of the legendary 550 Spyder, the production Boxster (986 generation) arrived for the 1997 model year, offering a perfectly balanced chassis, a sonorous flat-six engine, and an accessible entry point into Porsche ownership. It quickly became a critical and commercial success, celebrated for its engaging driving dynamics and its role in revitalizing the brand. This 1998 Boxster, finished in a classic shade of silver, represents the pure, unadulterated essence of the original 986. With 94,110 miles on the odometer, its 2.5-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine is paired with the highly desirable manual transmission, offering an immersive driving experience that connects the driver directly to the road. This particular example has recently emerged from a three-year storage period, awaiting its next enthusiast owner to bring it back to its full glory. This is an exciting chance to acquire an early, unmolested example of Porsche's modern classic roadster.