Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster is a roadster from Porsche with a six -cylinder boxer engine in mid-engine layout. The prototype was presented at the Detroit Motor Show in early 1993. The launch of the first generation in Germany was in August 1996. Since 2005 on the second-generation Boxster ( Type 987 ) based Coupe Porsche Cayman is additionally offered with the same engine.

Since 2012, the third generation (type 981 ) is on the market. On September 19, 2012, production of the third generation in the former Karmann plant in Osnabrück, now Volkswagen Osnabrück started.

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Model history

Beginning of the 1990s came in a Porsche sales and revenue crisis. In this time and in the path of the Mazda MX -5 Roadster boom in the decision on the development of a mid-engine roadster fell. The result of this development work was the Porsche Boxster, whose name is a portmanteau composed of the first syllable of the word boxer and the second syllable of the word Roadster. Its design is a reinterpretation of the formal language of old Porsche Roadster models such as the 550 Spyder 718 RS 60 (whose design was also instrumental for the Carrera GT Godfather ) and the first Porsche, the 356 No. 1 Roadster.

Boxster (Type 986 )

Porsche Boxster (1996-2000)

The first Porsche Boxster (internal code 986 ) was published in 1996 ( V program ) with a water-cooled 2.5-liter six-cylinder engine with 150 kW ( 204 hp) and is considered a classic Porsche 550 successor " Spyder " from the 1950s years. It contained many components of a year later appearing Porsche 911 ( model 996 ), which Porsche initially brought much criticism due to lack of differentiation. With a starting price of 76,500 DM (about 39,100 euros ) he lured new customers to the brand and launched the boom years of the Porsche mid / late 1990s.

What distinguished the Boxster with its appearance of its competitors, was the relatively large space. Due to its mid-engine concept he has the front and back each have a trunk. The standard electrically operated soft top place in a top compartment above the engine space; it can only be opened at a standstill and close. Was subject to criticism for getting used optics of the light units that received the nickname fried eggs lights quickly.

In 1997, a part of the Boxster production to the Finnish company Valmet Automotive has been swapped with headquarters in Uusikaupunki. In fiscal year 2000/2001 ( January 31 ) were produced by combined 28,457 Boxster and Boxster S models 23,294 cars in Uusikaupunki. The contract with Valmet first ran until 2004 and was subsequently extended to 2008 with an option for an enhanced partnership until 2011. 109 213 Boxster first-generation was produced from 1997 to 2004 in Finland. Using the chassis number, the production locations of vehicles are recognized: a U ( Uusikaupunki ) or S ( Stuttgart ) before the following six -digit number indicates the Finnish or German origin.

In 2000, the entry-level Boxster received an enlarged 2.7 liter engine, which carried now 162 kW (220 hp). Furthermore, the series with the Boxster S was complemented with a 3.2 - liter engine with 185 ( 252 hp ), which can accelerate the Boxster from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds. Even before the model change to the 987, the Boxster learned one last facelift and an increase in performance thanks to new Motronic and VarioCam: The Boxster carried now 168 kW ( 228 hp), the Boxster S 191 kW (260 hp).

In model year 2004, there was the special anniversary model "50 years 550 Spyder ", which was limited to 1953 pieces, of which 372 vehicles were on the German market. The anniversary model was delivered exclusively in the developed for the Carrera GT GT silver metallic color, the leather interior is dominated in the new color Cocoa, which also carries the top. As an alternative, anthracite leather and a black convertible top could be chosen. With some of them already 987 technology, the anniversary model develops 195 kW ( 266 hp) and is indicated with an increased top speed of 266 km / h. The base price of the already equipped with extensive extras special edition amounted to 59 192 euros.

Exterior paint

Besides Unilacken there were a number of different metallic finishes.

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Metallic:

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Metallic spot color:

The Boxster special edition "50 Years of the 550 Spyder " was offered exclusively in color GT Silver Metallic.

Boxster ( Type 987 )

Porsche Boxster (2004-2009)

The successor of the Porsche 986 was introduced on 27 November 2004. This Boxster (internal code 987 ) corresponds externally almost the predecessor model. The account of their shape on the previous model often criticized headlights are now modeled after those of the current 911. Thus, the car looks powerful and harmonizes its appearance more with the larger Porsche model. The interior with a new steering wheel, a revised center console, door panels and other has also been revised. The convertible top can now be at speeds up to 50 km / h open and close. For both Boxster models, a Sport Design Package is available.

Traditionally, the new model had gained in his performance and offered at launch 176 kW (240 hp ) or 206 kW (280 hp) for the Boxster S.

For the 2007 model year ( mid-2006 ), the more powerful engines were taken ( 245 hp ) and 217 kW ( 295 hp ) of the Cayman / Cayman S in the Boxster / Boxster S with 180 kW. In the same year, the limited edition model "RS 60 Spyder " appeared on 1960 specimens, its design reminiscent of the very successful in hillclimb racing car 718 RS 60 Spyder. The Boxster RS 60 Spyder has the 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine of the Boxster S. A modified exhaust system, consisting of a sports exhaust system in conjunction with a dual tailpipe increases the power to 223 kW (303 hp). The top speed is 274 km / h and accelerates from 0-100 km / h in 5.4 seconds creates. The biggest changes are, however, in the cockpit, Carrera Red leather, stainless steel sill guards, a new shift lever, "RS 60 Spyder " embossed on the center sections of the sports seats and the door panel mirrors as well as on the steering wheel rim and handbrake lever and redesigned combination advertisements. The likewise standard Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM ), an electronic system for adjusting the shock absorbers, provides a sporty and comfortable ride.

The 2009 model year ( from February 2009 ) is characterized by new engines with electronically demand-controlled oil pump, a slightly larger displacement and more power; also the weaker model features front brake discs the larger of the Boxster S, which is now driven like the 911 and Cayenne through a DFI engine ( Direct Fuel Injection ) with gasoline direct injection. The Boxster S has 4 mm more rear brake discs and red calipers instead of black. The 7-speed Porsche double- clutch transmission ( PDK), which is available since July 2008 Model 911 replaces the previously offered five - speed Tiptronic.

The Boxster Spyder was first shown at the LA Auto Show in December 2009. It is a reference to the legendary Porsche 550 Spyder of 1955. Spyder has a 3.4 - liter six-cylinder with 235 kW (320 hp ) and accelerates with manual transmission in 5.1 seconds to 100 km It is 1275 kg empty weight the lightest model of the brand and the top speed of the Spyder is 267 km / h Instead of an electric soft top, there is a manual to assemble 2-piece top that stowed the Spyder with a long hood with two scoops. Other changes to the normal Boxster lower center of gravity, various changes to reduce the weight ( such as to simple loops instead of handles in the doors ) and a completely new sport suspension. The Boxster Spyder was built until 2011, only 1667 times.

Since the beginning of 2011 Porsche tests as part of the project " model region electromobility Region Stuttgart " a total of three research vehicles based on the Boxster with a purely electric drive.

Exterior paint

In addition to four extra free Unilacken there are a number of different optional metallic paint.

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Metallic:

Metallic spot color:

The Boxster Spyder is only available in black, Guards Red, Carrara White, Basalt Black Metallic, Aqua Blue Metallic, Platinum Silver Metallic and offered off-white.

Pictures

Boxster Type 987 (2009-2012)

Boxster 987 "inner life"

The limited edition of 1960 -edition " RS 60 Spyder "

Rear view of the Spyder (2009-2012)

Cockpit of the Spyder

Porsche Boxter S Design Edition 2 (2009)

Boxster (Type 981 )

Porsche Boxster

On 14 April 2012, the third generation of the Porsche Boxster was introduced in Germany after four years of development. The price of the new model starts at 49243.00 euros, for the Porsche Boxster S, it is at least EUR 60191.00. The new aluminum hybrid body shell with 55 kg less weight and 60 millimeters longer wheelbase and a newly designed chassis mean even more sportiness. Despite around 10 hp more power, the model 981 consumes about ten percent less fuel, which is achieved in addition to the weight reduction with a standard start -stop system and an electro-mechanical rather than the old oil-hydraulic steering.

The most striking design elements are the side indents in the doors and into the rear lights into leading wind spoiler lip at the rear. The line of the fabric roof has become more fluid, so that it no longer acts as attached. The side mirrors are now mounted as the Panamera and the 911 on the doors instead of the window triangle. The center console has also been adapted to these models and draws on the design of the Carrera GT. The interior and thus in particular the adjustment of the seats has grown and now offers people over 1.90 cm body length pleasant place. Compared to the previous three seconds faster the electric soft top opens in nine seconds at a cruising speed of up to 50 km / h