It has only done 1,000 miles each year for the last 7 years. Yesterday i checked out an 01 boxster and found my right knee up against the steering wheel in a way which would make heeltoe downshifting difficult, if not impossible. This porsche boxster also includes tilt steering wheel, power steering, power windows, power locks, driver airbag, abs. This porsche is finished in silver exterior with grey leather interior. It did however, have a steering wheel which was adjustable inoutupdown. Save up the money and get yourself a ferrari f40, theyre not that expensive at all nowadays and they go like crazy. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 281 porsche models in sterling. Sitting in an 06 boxster, i found the fit comfortable, not too cramped for leg room. I am long from the waist down and the new cayman has more leg room. It would be nice to have a little more power than 201hp, but its pretty nice as is. The 2007 porsche boxster and boxster s are quicker than last years models, benefiting from additional power. My 986 boxster 97 sits about 4cm lower at the driver side rear than the passenger side rear. Boxster design pressurecast light alloy wheels wantitheft wheel bolts.
The most commonly reported 1997 porsche boxster problem is. As a more affordable porsche, the boxster is mainly for those who appreciate a porsche s special virtues. On the other hand, it seems that most people with balanced leg to torso length can fit. Our list of 21 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 1997 porsche boxster. Feb 20, 2014 go down to the dealership and sit in the car. Various faults due to intenal leak at the oil seperator various faults due to intenal leak at the oil s. The porsche boxster is a midengined twoseater roadster.
The firstgeneration boxster the 986 was introduced in late 1996. Both engines are more powerful and fuelefficient than the sixcylinder. Replacement car side mirrors porsche boxster page 1. Check out free battery charging and engine diagnostic testing while you are in store. Rolling the dice on a spotless porsche boxster is a. Do you have any idea what in the wheel suspension or other that can cause this. With our extensive choice of 1997 porsche boxster interior accessories you can get things exactly the way you want them. The s model that came out in 2000 might be the ideal, however, they dont get the same great gas millage. Partial leather upholstery, sport seats, and a powerfolding soft top are standard. For taller drivers the 928 provides plenty of leg room and just enough head room. I would allow that someone with a lot more skill could potentially extract more driver performance from the. The design was heavily influenced by the 1992 boxster concept.
By 2003, porsche had sold more than 120,000 copies of the boxster, and accolades were near universal. As a more affordable porsche, the boxster is mainly for those who appreciate a porsches special virtues. This is the owners 5th boxster and 9th porsche he has owned. Theres enough room for drivers who are well over 6 feet tall not something.
This porsche boxster also includes tilt steering wheel, power steering, power windows, power locks, driver airbag, abs brakes, security system, amfm, cassette. This glorious noise, which has characterized the car since the 1997 original, was. Oes genuine porsche front driver side window regulator. Taller pilots will find a bit of extra legroom by sliding the seatback tight. Get detailed information on the 1999 porsche boxster including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. The issue with the seat is just like you said, if you move it back far enough the backrest angle is too upright. Driving it home, i was reminded that, even with infinite headroom, space in. Media kit press room contact us community guidelines advertise online. Smoke, oil consumption, and fuel trim issues with various fault codes can be. Im 63 and 172lbs and i find the boxster a little cramped for head and leg room but i can make it work. I had plenty of head room, but could barely fit my legs under the steering wheel when i sat in an 07. The boxster s follows porsches tradition, dating back to 1952.
But competition in the segment had heated up significantly. Wheels got an exclusive look at the base and loaded versions. Yep, im firmly on team boxster feel free to subsequently up or. I fit just fine in 2000 boxster s i had, but i fit even better in my 2007 carrera. Used 1997 porsche boxster convertible in milford, ct auto. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 388 porsche models in smithtown. Some is telling me its a broken spring but i dont feel any diffrence in the driving. Order porsche boxster control arm lower online today.
Used 1997 porsche boxster convertible in spring city, pa. Get detailed information on the 2006 porsche boxster including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. This center seat porsche boxster is more than a little ridiculous. See hires pictures, prices and info on porsche boxster s for sale in columbus. How do you turn a 986 boxster into a 500hp, center seat track rat. Just reducedyou are viewing a 1997 convertible porsche boxster. Get the best deals on seats for porsche boxster when you shop the largest online. They added as much as four inches to the front seat leg room in the 911 or you can leave those seats somewhat forward and put the extra space created by the longer wheelbase into rear seat legroom.
With porsche doppelkupplung pdk, the new 718 boxster accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in only 4. So can work as daily drivers and holiday trips way to go. Shoulder room is plentiful for all but the widest of occupants. Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 1997 porsche boxster 2door roadster manual. Both the frequency and severity of repairs is higher than normal, so the boxster is more likely to require major repairs when compared to other cars. Porsche boxster control arm lower best control arm. However, if you are are taller especially if much of your height is in the torso and you want to have a track day, wearing a helmet may not be possible. A lot of people think that if youre big or tall than a porsche 911 isnt. Includes standard options such as power leather seats, cd player, power mirrors, keyless entry, and more. Used 1997 porsche boxster for sale near you edmunds. Jan 09, 20 dear experts, im considering buying a 1997 boxster 2.
Porsche recently revised their entire line of sports cars. The headliner is the boxster s, which gets a bigger engine. Get the best deals on seats for porsche boxster when you shop the largest online selection at. The latest version of the 2seater, the 718, is a much more sophisticated and lavishly appointed affair, with plenty of leather and elegant aluminum accents. For drivers 64 and shorter the 928 has enough space. Can a big and tall man fit into the new porsche 911. I am looking to purchase a boxster in the near future and i am curious if anyone who has owned one could tell me how good of a daily driver this car would be. With heavenly driving characteristics and speedy flatfour engines, the 2020 porsche 718 boxster is one of the best convertible sports cars money can buy.
Other logical choices like the porsche 911 didnt have the required data, either. As might be expected, there are more to be found in the u. Porsches proposal for an entry level twoseat roadster, the boxster concept. Shop porsche vehicles for sale in smithtown, ny at. Find specifications for every 1997 porsche boxster. Used 1997 porsche boxster convertible in milford, ct. The 2009 porsche boxster received slightly freshened styling and more power. My biggest concerns is i do live in the north so snow is a factor to deal with during the year. Yesterday i checked out an 01 boxster and found my right knee up against the steering wheel in a way which. See hires pictures, prices and info on porsche boxster s for sale in milford. Porsche boxster performance chips power programmers.
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