2008 Porsche Boxster Base (987.1 Generation)
The 2008 Porsche Boxster Base is a pure, mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive roadster that represents the final year of the popular 987.1 generation. It is widely regarded by enthusiasts as a near-perfect blend of performance, handling, and daily usability, delivering the quintessential Porsche driving experience in a stunning convertible package.
Mid-Engine Purity: The Boxster's primary appeal is its mid-engine layout, which provides exceptional balance, steering feel, and handling dynamics. This feature ensures the car feels incredibly stable and responsive, making it a favorite for canyon carving and track days.
Engine & Performance: The Base model features the reliable 2.7-liter naturally aspirated Flat-Six engine.3 It produces 245 horsepower and 201 lb-ft of torque. Paired with the standard 5-speed manual transmission, it achieves a respectable 0-60 MPH time of around 5.8 seconds.
True Roadster Experience: It boasts a power-operated cloth soft top that lowers quickly, allowing for an immediate open-air experience. The design is sleek and timeless, showing strong visual DNA from the iconic 911.
Practicality: The Boxster uniquely features two separate cargo areas a trunk in the rear and a frunk (front trunk) offering a combined cargo capacity of about 9.9 cubic feet, which is surprisingly good for a two-seat sports car.
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Used 2008 PorscheBoxster Base
- Exterior Color
- Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 98,680 miles
- Body/Seating
- Convertible/2 seats
- Transmission
- 5-Speed Manual with Overdrive
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Engine
- 2.7L H6 SMPI DOHC
- VIN
- WP0CA29878U712010
- Stock Number
- 8084
Highlighted Features
- Leather upholstery
- Power convertible roof
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Remote keyless entry
- Security system
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Alloy wheels
- Heated door mirrors
- Spoiler
Included Packages & Accessories
- 4 Speakers
- AM/FM radio
- AM/FM Stereo w/In-Dash CD
- CD player
- Radio data system
- Air Conditioning
- Rear window defroster
- Power driver seat
- Power steering
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Speed-sensing steering
- Traction control
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Front anti-roll bar
- Integrated roll-over protection
- Low tire pressure warning
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Passenger cancellable airbag
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Electronic Stability Control
- Front fog lights
- Rear fog lights
- Security system
- Speed control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Spoiler
- Convertible roof lining
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Garage door transmitter: HomeLink
- Illuminated entry
- Leather Shift Knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Outside temperature display
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power convertible roof
- Tachometer
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Trip computer
- Front Bucket Seats
- Front Center Armrest
- Leather Seat Trim
- Power passenger seat
- Passenger door bin
- 17" x 6.5" Front & 17" x 8" Rear Boxster II Wheels
- Alloy wheels
- Glass rear window
- Variably intermittent wipers
Detailed Specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Front beverage holders
- Garage door transmitter: HomeLink
- Illuminated entry
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Speed-sensing steering
- Tires: performance
- AM/FM radio
- CD player
- Diversity antenna
- Radio data system
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Leather shift knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Max seating capacity: 2
- Power driver seat
- Power passenger seat
- Cylinder configuration: H-6
- Drive type: rear-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.7
- Engine location: mid
- Fuel economy city: 20mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 29mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 16.9gal.
- Horsepower: 245hp @ 6,500RPM
- Number of valves: 24
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Sequential multi-point fuel injection
- Torque: 201 lb.-ft. @ 4,600RPM
- Variable intake manifold
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Convertible roof lining
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Glass rear window
- Heated door mirrors
- Power convertible roof
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: trunk
- Spoiler
- Tailpipe finisher: chrome
- Compression ratio: 11.30 to 1
- Engine bore x stroke: 85.5mm x 78.0mm (3.37" x 3.07")
- Engine displacement: 2.7 L
- Engine horsepower: 245hp @ 6,500RPM
- Engine torque: 201 lb.-ft. @ 4,600RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,801mm (70.9")
- Exterior height: 1,293mm (50.9")
- Exterior length: 4,359mm (171.6")
- Front headroom: 975mm (38.4")
- Front hiproom: 1,356mm (53.4")
- Front legroom: 1,057mm (41.6")
- Front shoulder room: 1,313mm (51.7")
- Interior cargo volume: 280 L (10 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 280 L (10 cu.ft.)
- Turning radius: 5.5m (18.2')
- Wheelbase: 2,416mm (95.1")
- Display: analog
- Front fog lights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear fog lights
- Rear window defroster
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Integrated roll-over protection
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Passenger cancellable airbag
- Perimeter/approach lights
- Security system
- Traction control
Dealer Notes
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
- 5.0
Boxster S
By Jeff on 10/15/2024 8:12:52 PM
Porsche Boxster S: garage queen, never been in the rain, 20K miles, showroom condition, stick(as any sports car should be), very fast and handles as any mid engine sports car should. - 5.0
Fully loaded with extras.
By WeekendCruiser on 10/13/2021 6:51:25 PM
2006 Porsche Boxster S. 3.2L H-6 / 280 HP, 5-Speed Tiptronic S Automatic Transmission. GT Silver Metallic w/Brown-Cocoa leather interior, Invisible Car Bra. Original MSRP $72,430. Porsche Wind Stop deflector, Preferred Package Plus, Power Memory Seat Package, Heated Seats, Bose Surround Sound, Bluetooth, Streaming Audio, Self-Dimming Mirrors, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bi-Xenon Headlamp Package, Navigation (PCM 2.1 needs update), Remote CD Changer (6 disc). Upgraded exhaust system, trim lights, and new tires! Recent Experian/AutoCheck auto history available. - 5.0
Fun in the sun
By Bill on 9/7/2021 3:23:39 AM
Puts a smile on my face every time I drive. I’ve owned for 15 years with only scheduled service and new tires Fit and finish is perfect. Turns out to be a very inexpensive car to own! Almost zero depreciation in the last seven years…..