2002 Porsche Boxster S Convertible

2002-BOXSTER S – Excellent to Very Good condition with owner pampering the car and getting the car mechanically perfect. The car runs very strong and, as an "S" has the benefit of an automatic transmission. This Boxster "S" does not show the typical front or rear bumper "rash" nor does it have any indication of previous or present body damage. There are a few minor dings (3) on the door and fender. A truly lovely, high performance "S" with documented repair history, recent mechanical upgrades and wonderful drivability.

HISTORY

The car was purchased in Ohio and driven in Arizona. The Boxster S was sold to the present owner at an auction.

THE NUMBERS

The car bears VIN WP0CB29812U664184 and has a current Arizona license plate and a clear Arizona title. The driver's door tag lists the manufacturing date as 06/02.

- Paint color – Carrera White

- Interior color Graphite Grey leather

The car has an original 3.2 liter engine of the proper type with original serial number

M96/24AT67466308 decoded as follows:

- M96/24=engine type (3.2 liter 6-cylinder 258 hp)

- AT=Automatic Transmission (Original Equipment)

- 6=number of cylinders

- 7=engine version

- 4=model year (2002)

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance has recently been completed and verified by included receipts as follows:

New Tires, brakes, tune-up prior to current owner’s purchase.

May, 2016, all 4 Oxygen sensors replaced. (One year warranty)

Lighting system (Front lights, fog, turn signals and all lights, checked and functioning correctly ($350.00)

FACTORY OPTIONS

The car has the following factory options as listed on the sticker under the front trunk lid:

Tires -17" tires

- Code 502-Manufactured at Uusikaupunki, Finland

- Code 551-Wind deflector

- Code 584-Storage box on engine cover

- Code 981-Leather dash and door panels

- Code 983-Leather seats

The MSRP for a base 2003 Boxster sans these options was approximately $57,250.00 purchased November 2003.

DOCUMENTATION

The car comes with a black leather case containing the following factory documents:

- Owner's Manual

- Warranty and Customer Information

- Operation Manual

- Maintenance Sports Cars

- Dealer Directory

- Quick Reference Guide (2 different)

- Roadside Owner's Information

- Selection-Accessories

MECHANICAL

- 3.2 liter flat 6-cylinder engine, 258 hp/228 lb-ft torque, mid mounted

- Dual overhead cams, 24 valves, water cooled

- 5-speed automatic transmission, rear wheel drive

- 4-wheel independent suspension, modified MacPherson strut suspension both front and rear

- Front and rear ventilated disc brakes

- 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

- Electronic brake-force distribution

- 5-spoke 17" Porsche Steel alloy wheels 9/32" remaining tread

- Power convertible top, 12 seconds to lower or raise

SAFETY AND SECURITY

- Dual front and side air bags

- 3-point seatbelts w/ pre-tensioners

- Engine immobilizer

- Crumple zone body structure

EXTERIOR

- Carrera White paint in nice original condition with no indication of damage or re-painting

- Black convertible top, shows some wear but is quite serviceable, nice rear window

- All glass is excellent (chip in windshield)

- Both front and rear bumpers in fine condition including factory black rubber guards on rear

- Red brake calipers on all four wheels

- Front fog/driving lights

- Rear spoiler, emerges at 75 mph and retracts at 50 mph

- Twin exhaust pipes

- Excellent "German" fit of all body panels

- Smartly closing/opening of both doors and both hoods

INTERIOR

- Graphite grey leather sport seats, 2-way power adjustable w/ height adjustment

- Crack-free black dash pad

- Nice black door panels w/ map pockets

- Excellent grey carpet w/ black logo mats

- Nice black steering wheel

- Nice sill plates

- Nice black sun visors w/ vanity mirrors

- Power locks

- Power windows

- Power outside mirrors

- Telescopic steering wheel, power steering

- Remote release for both front and rear trunk lids

- AM/FM stereo w/ CD player

- Interior active charcoal air filter

- Climate control

- Variable intermittent wipers

- Factory wind screen behind seats

- Nicely carpeted front and rear trunk areas

- Front trunk has compact spare tire in cover

COSMETIC CONDITION

The original Carrera White paint is very nice with one or two minor dings. Coverage is very good. The convertible top shows some wear but is very functional and has a nice acrylic window. All glass is excellent (windshield has small chip, repaired). There is no damage to either the front or rear bumper areas and the factory rear rubber bumper guards are in fine shape. All four steel wheels have no curb rash on the flanges. Under the front end, the plastic panel facing the ground has considerable road rash but none is visible when viewing the car from above.

The grey leather interior shows very nicely. The passenger seat is excellent while the driver's seat shows some wear but is very serviceable. The grey carpet, the dash pad, the door panels, and the leather-wrapped steering wheel are all excellent. Both the front and rear trunk areas are very nice.

DRIVABILITY

The car is an incredible drive with pretty amazing “zip” and corners as if glued to the road curves. It is just fun to drive. The only reason for the sale of the Boxster S is that I have 3 other cars and only two household drivers and no space to store.

With the 6-cylinder engine and 5-speed transmission it offers great performance and the handling is excellent due to the cars mid-engine configuration (some proponents of the Boxster say better handling than that of a 911). The braking is excellent and tight, the steering is tight, the tracking is true, and the clutch and transmission are smooth. The operating temperature remained well within acceptable limits despite temperatures approaching 100 degrees and the cars oil pressure and other vital signs are excellent and show no signs of problems.This car is meant to be driven and I unfortunately, due to projects outside of my home base, was not able to drive the car as often as I wished.

Good luck on the auction and thanks for taking time to read info about my Porsche Boxster S.