2002 PORSCHE (986) BOXSTER S

KEY FACTS

• A well-maintained example of the popular mid-engined roadster, presented in an appealing colour combination and in smart overall condition.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre flat-six, which produces 252bhp and drives the rear wheels via an engaging six-speed manual transmission.
• The car was first registered in June 2002, and was acquired by the seller two years ago.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Boxster S left the factory finished with handsome Lapis Blue Metallic paintwork and blue leather upholstery.
• Equipment includes a premium Bose sound system, electrically adjustable seats and air conditioning.
• It rides on the correct set of 17-inch ‘Twist’ alloy wheels, which present well, though their centre caps would benefit from being replaced or refinished.
• The blue convertible hood has previously been replaced, and features a flexible plastic rear window in place of the original glass panel.
• The car will be supplied with its original handbooks and stamped service book, as well as invoices for its recent maintenance, its original tool kit and its spare wheel.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• The Lapis Blue paintwork is thought to be all original, and is in good overall condition given the car’s age and mileage, with a few minor stone chips and scuffs around the car.
• The blue convertible hood is very smart, though there are some small cuts in its external fabric.
• Inside, the cabin is in good order, and while there are creases on the seat bolsters and scratches on the door cards, this is in line with the car’s use.
• There are no known mechanical or electrical issues. However, the seller notes that the remote key fob has recently stopped working – though manual operation of the key is still working as it should.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 29 July 2021 at 114,086 miles, which resulted in a clean pass with no advisories after the driveshaft CV joint rubber boots were replaced by JWORX Automotive.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Boxster S’ most recent routine maintenance was carried out in August 2020 at 107,663 miles by JWORX Automotive, who changed the engine oil and oil filter, as well as replacing the front and rear anti-roll bar drop links, the rear anti-roll bar bushes and the rear tyres.
• Prior to this, in December 2019 at 103,338 miles JWORX Automotive tightened the rear suspension components, replaced the front brake discs and pads, fitted a new brake lamp switch and re-gassed the air conditioning system.
• Furthermore, marque specialist Porschetech replaced the front and rear lower wishbones as well as the rear control arms in April 2019 at 95,074 miles; and the previous owner (an RAC technician) serviced the car in February 2019 at 94,635 miles, when they changed the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, spark plugs, coil packs and serpentine belt.

Dates and mileage:

• 02/06/02 - Car supplied via HR Owen Hertfordshire
• 19/06/03 - 16,362 miles - Minor maintenance - OPC
• 20/07/04 - 22,849 miles - Yearly maintenance - OPC
• 01/04/09 - 37,732 miles - Major Maintenance - OPC
• 11/07/11 - 48,714 miles - Yearly maintenance - Local garage
• 11/07/2013 - 57,618 miles - Minor maintenance - Local garage
• 07/05/2015 - 69,823 miles - Yearly maintenance - Local garage
• 03/08/2018 - 91,334 miles - Minor maintenance - Local garage
• 23/02/2019 - 94,635 miles - Major maintenance and spark plug change - Self-service by previous owner (an RAC technician)
• 05/04/2019 - 95,074 miles - Front and rear wishbones + wheel alignment - Porchetech
• 23/12/2019 - 103,338 miles - Yearly maintenance - JWorx Automotive
• 03/08/2020 - 107,663 miles - Major maintenance - JWorx Automotive

SUMMARY

Offering ample performance in a wonderfully balanced, mid-engined package, the first-generation Porsche Boxster S is rightly recognised as an enjoyable modern classic. This tidy example has been maintained to a high standard, and will make an exciting yet affordable B-road companion or daily driver.

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