1998 Porsche Boxster

With both the 944 and the 928 transaxles costing Porsche too much money, something new and refreshing had to be delivered to go alongside the 911 stalwart in the line-up. Introducing the Porsche Boxster 986 - a car that made a sensational debut in 1996 and quickly captured the hearts of driving enthusiasts. Powered by a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre flat-six engine positioned just behind the driver and passenger, this mid-engined, two-seater roadster marked a turning point for Porsche, with nearly 165,000 units sold. SB is proud to offer this 1998 Boxster (986) in the timeless Porsche shade of Arctic Silver over a sleek black interior, complete with a fully functional black electric soft top.

Paired with a crisp 5-speed manual gearbox, this Boxster sprints from 0 to 60 mph in just under seven seconds. While it may not match modern performance figures, the real magic lies in the driving experience - every input is met with a visceral, rewarding response that brings the car to life beneath you. It's pure, engaging motoring at its finest. The steering is simply a treat, courtesy of its hydraulic assisted system that has sadly been lost to electric steering setups on newer Boxster's. The springs and dampers have been set up to keep you comfortable yet engaged. With the mid-engine mounted nice and low to the ground, the electric top - once retracted - fits neatly above the engine bay for a visually harmonic appearance. The wind-blocker provided allows passenger and driver to engage in conversation on your favourite B roads that showcase just how satisfying the Boxster is.

With the sunny weather now upon us, here is your opportunity to enjoy what should be considered one of the most exciting roadsters ever made. As always the seller is available to answer all questions via the Comments below. They would like to highlight that the private Reg plate is included in the sale, as are two waterproof covers, various booklets and Porsche promotional materials and a comprehensive Service documents binder. With a very sensible reserve price set, buyers should bid with complete confidence.

Little needs to be said about the merits of the Porsche Boxster. However, it's rare for a first Gen 986 to come up for auction that has been as well cared for as this one. With its comprehensive service binder that sits nicely alongside various 1998 Porsche promotional materials, this Boxster is one that can be immediately enjoyed and shown off with pride at any car meet up and down the country. With a very sensible Reserve price set, buyers should bid with complete confidence.

Finally, all cars on Shooting Brake are run through an online HPI check. This particular vehicle throws up no insurance claims for damage or theft and has no outstanding finance owing. Nonetheless, we strongly encourage all bidders to undertake their own due diligence prior to placing any bid. It is entirely reasonable for any classic or enthusiast vehicle to have undergone cosmetic repairs that could otherwise go undetected from the provided photos or by any in-person inspection. Unless the seller explicitly states otherwise, assume that any vehicle or item listed may have undergone bodywork or paintwork at some point. Additionally, photographs may not accurately represent the vehicle’s true overall condition. It is the bidder’s responsibility to verify the condition, and any past repairs—including bodywork or paintwork—before placing a bid or making a purchase. If you have any questions or queries, please use the Comments section to firstly ask the Seller directly before placing any bids. Shooting Brake tries to portray the item listed as accurately as possible through detailed questions asked to the seller but would like to remind users that all vehicles are sold as seen and, as per all goods purchased at auction, there is a No Return policy. Please see our Terms and Conditions for more details.