sauceman

at domn!

This is truely a beautiful design. A lot better than the roadster version. And much more graceful than the Coupe version of the Z3 as well. IMHO.

captainjack

A nice antidote to Porsche's overwrought Cayenne.

iamhomin

I like..

TSX 'R' US

so....when can I get one?

Professor Gascan

Same time I can Look for it to be shown in Frankfurt next year, which is in September, so look for it before the end of next year.

gavriil

mattg

i like it

CLovis

Wow

charliemike

I hate those wheels but the car looks better.

titan

It's HOT

runnerX

My wife wants one, but I much prefer the new SLK AMG for the price

gdubb

but nothing looks all that different

charliemike

It's a little different but it's supposed to be evolutionary.

Professor Gascan

Looks like a mini Carrera GT. I like how they've differentiated it from the new 911.

jcg878

When is this scheduled to emerge? C&D just labelled it as "dead, at least for now"

CGTSX2004

iTrader: (1)

Hmm...doesn't look that different except for the front.

Beltfed

Professor Gascan

According to Automotive News, it will come out November 27 in Europe, and January 15 in North America.

ClutchPerformer

Now what's the point of changing the 911's headlights back to the round design "to differentiate it from the Boxster" if you're going to make the Boxster's headlights round, too?

runnerX

What is the est. price for coupe and convertible? Is traction control standard now?

gfxdave99

Because they realized those wierd organic looking shape headlights were ugly as shit.

ClutchPerformer

:d

jlukja

iamhomin

From the pictures, the interior looks exceptional.

TSX 'R' US

he meant -->

I like this one better than the old...I think because of the headlights

dom

Looks too similar to the new 911.

fdl

I never really liked that exhaust

tnguyen88

couldn't that be said for most Porsche "updates"?

ABP-CL9-TSX

looks good though, at least they got rid of the headlights.

gavriil

Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, will launch the new Boxster on 27 November 2004. The 2.7 litre six-cylinder engine will then have 176 kW (240 HP), 8 kW (12 HP) more than previously. The performance of the Boxster S, which will be launched simultaneously, has also been increased from 191 kW (260 HP) to 206 kW (280 HP), while cubic capacity has remained unchanged at 3.2 litres. The Boxster needs only 6.2 seconds to spurt from 0 km/h to 100 km/h, while the Boxster S manages this in 5.5 seconds. The basic model clocks up 256 km/h and consumes 9.6 litres Super Plus, in line with the EU standard. The maximum speed of the S variant is 268 km/h, while average consumption is 10.4 litres (EU standard).

The Boxster intends to extend its leading position in the roadster segment, by offering even greater driving pleasure while providing more active and passive safety. Larger wheels and a wider wheel alignment clearly emphasise the further development of the body form. At the same time they symbolise the increase in performance of the two models. The new front clearly shows the relationship with the 911 series but still features the typical Boxster face. The new lighting concept with the separation of main headlamps and front lamps with integrated fog lamps is characteristic of this.

When viewed from the side, the larger air vents before the rear axle, the bold door sills, the larger window in the transition from the B-pillar to the roof and the newly designed, larger rims are dominant. The 2.7 litre version now has 17-inch wheels as standard, while the Boxster S features 18-inch wheels.

In the new Boxster power is transmitted by a revised five-speed manual transmission and by a new transmission box with six gears in the S model. The gearshift had been revised for both transmission variants so that shift travel is now considerably shorter. Both vehicles can optionally be equipped with a five-speed Tiptronic S transmission. Boxster is the first roadster in the world to secure passengers against lateral impact using head airbags. In combination with a thorax airbag, which is concealed on the outer side of the backrest, the airbag shoots out from the side window rail of the door and provides a very high level of protection for the head.

The basic price is EUR 37,000 for the Boxster and EUR 44,100 for the Boxster S. In Germany, prices (including VAT and country-specific requirements) are EUR 43,068 for the Boxster and EUR 51,304 for the Boxster S. Adjusted for fittings, the new models are offered nine percent (Boxster) and six percent (Boxster S) cheaper on the euro markets compared to the previous generation. In the USA, the price for the Boxster is USD 43,800 and USD 53,100 for the Boxster S (excl. tax). The models will be launched on the US American market on 15 January 2005.

Source: Autoindex

majesty

i dont see why people would purchase a boxster for anything other than the name "porsche"

runnerX

I would get one for the following reasons, in fact I will be getting one for the wife:

1) the style (I think it is one of the prettiest roadsters)
2) mid-engine RWD
3) the Porsche handling
4) 280hp
5) convertible
6) the music from the engine

Crazy Bimmer

The boxster S is actually fun to drive. IMO

titan

Ditto... Plus, it's sexy as hell, IMO. That's just the sensual feel it gives off to me.

Beltfed

Its a good looking car, I actually think the new Boxster is better looking than the 997.

I'm sure the new one will be a pleasure to drive, the previous Boxster was nice......but didn't really do it for me (buddy had a 00 S).

If I were shopping for a vert in this segment, would absolutely look at the new Boxster S and C6 vert.

cob3683

Love it.....good job PORSCHE!!!

SJ Silver Type-S

I used to think the same think until I drove my friend's regular Boxster two weekends ago on some backroads. With the top down and the sound of the engine and exhaust behind you, not much beats it. No its not a screamer but its got enough and the steering and suspension are impeccable. I think the new S will be a sick ride.

captainjack

Anybody see the Boxter Coupe? Now THAT looks yummy.


I know that's partly "enhanced" but goodness, that looks llike a poor man's 911.

jlukja

lol, I though he was saying "small deal" as in opposite of big deal.

Anyways, I like the look of the new Boxster. I looks like it would be a blast to drive. My neighbor has one but I hardly ever see it cause its either out or in his garage (kinda like my TSX).

gavriil

I still think Porsche could have improved the Boxster a little more. I am not disappointed but not totally excited about this new gen. Boxster.