2000 Porsche Boxster BASE

Make

Porsche

Model

Boxster BASE

Year

2000

Listed price

$12,900

Location

Tea, South Dakota

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

121,046 miles

The Porsche Boxster, introduced in 1996, was a pivotal car for the Stuttgart marque, marking a return to its roots with a mid-engine, two-seat roadster concept. Named by combining "boxer" (referring to its flat-six engine) and "roadster," it offered the accessible entry point into the Porsche lineup that the brand needed, while still delivering the engaging driving dynamics expected of a Porsche. The 986 generation, produced from 1996 to 2004, quickly garnered acclaim for its balanced chassis, precise steering, and the symphonic wail of its water-cooled flat-six. It shared many design cues and components with the contemporary 996-generation 911, making it a sophisticated and thoroughly modern sports car for its era. This 2000 Boxster represents the desirable 986.1 generation, powered by the 2.7-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine, paired with a rewarding manual transmission. With 121,046 miles on the odometer, this convertible has been enjoyed as intended, offering the pure, unadulterated open-air driving experience that defined the Boxster's appeal. Its condition reflects its mileage, presenting an honest example of a well-used but cared-for enthusiast machine, ready for its next chapter on winding roads. Here is an opportunity to acquire a piece of Porsche's modern history, a mid-engine marvel that remains a joy to drive.