Is the 2005 Porsche Boxster reliable?

Is the 2005 Porsche Boxster reliable?

The good news is that as well as being a great drive, the Boxster 987 is highly reliable and has an MOT pass rate that ranges from 82.3% for 2005 models to 91% for 2010 cars. However, when mechanical problems do occur, they can be expensive to fix unless they are spotted early.

Is a Boxster a poor man's Porsche?

A mid-engine, convertible with a Porsche badge that wasn't as expensive as a Carrera sounded like a great deal, and still does. For this reason, the Boxster was nicknamed the 'poor man's Porsche' because only those who couldn't afford a Carrera bought one.

What is the horsepower of a 2005 Porsche Boxster?

2 hp 2005 Porsche Boxster/Potenza

How fast is a 2005 Porsche Boxster?

Performance on the road has improved accordingly, the Boxster now requiring a mere 6.2 seconds for the standard sprint from 0 – 60 mph and achieving a top speed of 159 mph.

Is a Porsche Boxster a woman's car?

Yes, the Boxster is a chick car.

Can a big guy fit in a Porsche Boxster?

Registered. You should be fine, especially if you get manual seats (they sit a bit lower). I am 6'3" and 270lbs and I fit just fine in my 987 BS with power seats. The 981 is a bit bigger also.

What engine is in a 2005 Porsche Boxster?

2.7 L 6-cylinder 3.2 L 6-cylinder 2005 Porsche Boxster/Motore

Who owns Porsche Boxster?

• Porsche AG is headquartered in Stuttgart , and is owned by Volkswagen AG, which is itself majority-owned by Porsche Automobil Holding SE. Porsche's current lineup includes the 718 Boxster/Cayman, 911, Panamera , Macan and Cayenne .

What is the history of the Porsche Boxster?

• The Porsche Boxster is a mid-engined two-seater roadster. It was Porsche's first road vehicle to be originally designed as a roadster since the 550 Spyder. The first-generation Boxster (the 986) was introduced in late 1996; it was powered by a 2.5-litre flat six-cylinder engine.

What year was the Porsche Boxster made?

• The Porsche Boxster, designed by Harm Lagaay based on the original Boxster concept, was first introduced in late 1996 in Europe and on January 4th 1997 at the L.A. Auto Show.

What are the dimensions of a Porsche Boxster?

• Dimensions of Porsche Boxster. The wheelbase of the 1997-2002 models measure 95.2 in (or 2418 mm). The length is 171.0 in (4343 mm) for the 1997-2002 models. For the 2003-04 models it is 170.1 in (4321 mm). The Boxster is 70.1 in (equal to 1781 mm) wide and 50.8 in (or 1290 mm) high.