1997 Porsche Boxster

Convertible

6 Cylinder 2.5 Liter

Manual

wp0ca2984vs625849

Gasoline

Power Windows

The name "Boxster" comes from a combination of the words "boxer" and "roadster". The engine in the Boxster is a flat-six boxer engine. Decoding the VIN: WPOCA2984VS625849 WPO: Manufacturer make and country built forC: SeriesA: Engine Type 2.5 Liter engine2: Restraint System Dual Airbags98: Model Boxster4: Check Digit CalculatedV: Model Year V=1997S: Manufacturing Plant Stuttgart6: Model Boxster25849: Sequential Production Number Porsche 986 Boxster Standard Equipment: Water-Cooled, 6 Cylinders, 2.5 Liters, Net Power 201 HP, Net Torque 181 LBFT - Octane Rating (RON): 98 Mid-Engine/4-Valve System 3-Way Catalytic Converter; On-Board Diagnosis System II (OBD II) 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Dual Mass Flywheel Hydraulic Clutch Power Steering Braking System with 4-Piston Monobloc Fixed Light Alloy Calipers, Front and Rear Internally Ventilated Brake Discs; Front and Rear; Brake Pad Wear Indicator Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS-5) Under-Carriage Cover; Stabilizer Bars, Front and Rear Automatically Controlled Rear Spoiler Edge Pressure-Case Light Alloy Wheels "Boxster Design": 6J X 16 with 205/55 ZR 16 tires, Front 7J X 16 with 225/50 ZR 16 tires, RearIncluding anti-theft wheel bolts Integrated Roll Bar, Driver's and Passenger's Side Power Operated Top and Windows Tinted Glass; Windshield with Graduated Tint Heatable Windshield Washer Nozzles Automatic Full Climate Control/Particle Filter Windshield Antenna, Suppression, Loudspeaker Covers, Basic Wiring Partial Leather Seats Luggage Compartment covered with Needle Fleece, Grey, Luggage Net on Engine Lid Luggage Compartment Capacity, Front and Rear, 5.6 cu. feet each Leather-Covered 4-spoke Steering Wheel, Black (380 MM Diameter), Axially Adjustable (Manual) Air Bag, Driver's and Passenger's Side (including preparation for Child Seat Detector, Passenger's Seat) Air Bag, Driver's and Passenger's Side, with Side Air Bags (including preparation for Child Seat Detector, Passenger's Seat) Door Handles and Handbrake Handle Covered with Leather, Black Lockable Storage Compartment behind Handbrake Lever Generator 120 Ampere (1680 Watt) Fog Lights Integrated in Headlight Unit; Rear Fog Light, Left Driver's and Passenger's Seat with Manual Length and Electrical Backrest Adjustment; Manual Height Adjustment, Driver's Seat Side Air Intakes, Outside Mirrors and Door Handles in Color of Car Body Immobilizer System (Transponder System); Central Locking Systemx x x Integrated Third Brake LightEnergy-Absorbing Light Alloy Bumpers, Front and Rear, including two PU Bumper Overriders, Rear Heatable and Electrically Adjustable Outside Mirror, Driver's and Passenger's Side Cassette Radio "Porsche CR-210" with Anti-theft Coding and Removable Control Face Specifications: EngineType Six cylinder, horizontally opposed, water-cooledBore 3.4 in. (85.5 mm)Stroke 2.8 in. (72.0 mm)Displacement 151 cu. in. (2.5 liter)Compression ratio 11.0:1Horsepower (SAE Net) 201 hp (150 kW) @ 6000 rpmMaximum torque (ft. lb.) 181 ft. lbs. (245 Nm) @ 4500 rpmMaximum RPM 6700Engine DesignCrankcase Aluminum alloyCrankshaft Forged steel, 7 main bearingsPistons Cast aluminum alloyCylinder head Aluminum alloy, crossflow, hemispherical combustion chambers, one spark plug per cylinderValve train Double overhead camshaft, 4 valves per cylinder, chain driven, hydraulic lifters with VarioCamTM variable valve timing systemCooling system Water cooled, dual electric fans on dual radiatorsLubrication system Integrated dry sump, engine oil coolerFuel injection Digital Motor Electronics (DME) fuel injection and ignition systems with hot film air flow sensors, both electronically controlled by one DME control unitEmission system 3-way dual catalytic converters with oxygen sensors, stainless steel coreElectrical SystemBattery 12 volt, 70 amp./hr.Alternator 1680 watt, 120 amp.Ignition system Digital Motor Electronics (DME) ignition and fuel injection systems with one spark plug per cylinder and dual knock sensors. Drive Train Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, five-speed transaxle or five-speed Tiptronic S dual-function transmissionGear Ratios (manual)1st 3.50:12nd 2.12:13rd 1.43:14th 1.03:15th 0.79:1Reverse 3.44:1Final Drive 3.89:1Gear Ratios (Tiptronic S)1st 3.66:12nd 2.00:13rd 1.41:14th 1.00:15th 0.74:1Reverse 4.10:1Final Drive 4.21:1 Body Unitized, fully-galvanized steelCorrosion protection Entire body of hot-dipped and electro-galvanized steel, all panels coated both sides, total immersion pre-treatment, cataphoretic primer coating, hot-wax cavity-filler, PVC undercoatingSuspensionFront Independent MacPherson-type struts with aluminum alloy lower control arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar, negative steering roll radiusRear Independent MacPherson-type struts with aluminum alloy lower control arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar, self-stabilizing toe characteristics Brakes Power-assisted, dual circuit, four-piston aluminum alloy monoblock fixed caliper, anti-lock braking system (ABS 5.3)Front Vented discs, 11.74 in. (298 mm)Rear Vented discs, 11.50 in. (292 mm)Wheels (standard)Front Pressure cast alloy 6J x 16Rear Pressure cast alloy 7J x 16Wheels(optional)Front 7J x 17Rear 8.5J x 17Tires (standard)Front 205/55 ZR-16Rear 225/50 ZR-16Tires (optional)Front 205/50 ZR-17Rear 255/40 ZR-17 Steering Rack and pinion, hydraulically-assistedRatio 16.9:1Turns (lock-to-lock) 2.98Turning circle 35.8 ft. (10.9 meters)CapacitiesEngine oil 8.72 qts. (8.25 L) [with filter]Fuel tank 15.3 gal. (58.0 L)DimensionsWheelbase 95.2 in.(2415 mm)Track Front (standard) 57.7 in. (1465 mm)Track Rear (standard) 60.2 in. (1528 mm)Track Front (optional) 57.3 in. (1455 mm)Track Rear (optional) 59.4 in. (1508 mm)Overall length 171.0 in. (4340 mm)Overall width 70.1 in. (1780 mm)Height (unladen) 50.8 in. (1290 mm)Ground clearance (laden) 4.1 in. (105 mm)Curb weight (manual) 2822 lbs. (1280 kg)Curb weight (Tiptronic S) 2954 lbs. (1340 kg)Performance (manual)0-60 mph* 6.7 sec.0-100 kph* 6.9 sec.Top track speed* 149 mph (240 kph)Coefficient of drag .31Performance (Tiptronic S)0-60 mph* 7.4 sec.0-100 kph* 7.6 sec.Top track speed* 146 mph (235 kph)Coefficient of drag .31Fuel Economy (manual)City** 19 mpg (12.3 L/100 km)Highway** 26 mpg (8.2 L/100 km)Fuel Economy (Tiptronic S)City** 17 mpg (14.0 L/100 km)Highway** 24 mpg (8.9 L/100 km) Porsche 986 Boxster Optional Equipment Codes: CO2: US Emission231: Change of tire Manufacturer273: Outside Mirror electrically adjustable and heated396: Cast wheel, 17in (996)424:CD compartment (996)441: Prepared for radio454: Automatic Speed Control (ASC)490: HI-FI Sound System535: Anti Theft Lock remote551: Windstop582: Storage Pocket ( motor cover)688: Radio Porsche CDR-210 1997 PORSCHE BOXSTER Artic Silver Metallic (L92U) Exterior with Black (AS) Interior Sport Package !!! Up for sale is very nice and super clean 1997 Porsche Boxster in great condition. The previous owner took amazing care of this vehicle in EVERY way and it shows. This 1997 Porsche Boxster will come with a CA state inspection, to assure that it is in great condition. This car comes with a perfectly clean California Title. You wont find too many Boxster in this condition. Exterior Condition The exterior of this Porsche is in great condition and has been well cared for. The paint looks new, it has a great shine and a super smooth finish as it was garaged kept. The wheels are in great condition. I tried to include as many pictures as possible so you can see the true condition of the car. You will be very very impressed with with the condition of exterior. The exterior is a 9 out of 10. Just because two dents, in the hood and right rear fender. Interior Condition The interior of this Boxster is in great condition. When you see this car, it will amaze you. The carpets are in amazing condition and look new as do the floor mats. The seats are also in great condition. There are ZERO cigarette burns or any odors that would indicate it was a smokers vehicle. The photos below will show EVERY part of the interior so you can see for yourself how clean it is. The interior is a 9.5 out of 10. This vehicle is in great condition in every way, the motor runs great and is very strong. All driving components work just as they should, the clutch is nice and tight and shifts very smooth, the brakes work great, the steering is very firm and tight, and the complete drive-train has no issues. The AC blows ICE cold. As great condition as this car is, IT IS a pre owned car therefore you will find some minor wear from it being driven, both interior and exterior. Careful Analysis of market conditions determine our reserves. Our Premium vehicles consistently exceeds the condition of similar vehicles found on the market. Our reserve will not be disclosed. Call us if you have serious buyer questions. Emails requesting our reserve will receive no response and be deleted. The integrity of e-bay depends on the good faith intent of both buyer and seller. You compromise your integrity when you fish for the reserve with bids you do not intent to honor. Don’t make e-bay your playground. e-bay’s lack of real consequences, unfortunately allows low caliber individuals to assume e-bay auctions are a game. Let’s keep the field of play fair for all bidders. Terms of sale : This vehicle is safely stored in Redondo Beach, California. We are just 20 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, across the globe, we stand ready to help with whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers request and expense. This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared. Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the action ends. We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE ACTION ENDS… THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Los Angeles area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration. A $1,000.00 non refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this action. We prefer PayPal as deposit only. Full payment must be received within Four (4) business days of the end of the auction. Cashiers check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK TO BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for U.S. winners and required for any winning bidders outside the United States. CHECKS IN ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED AS CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item. Free and clear title is in saler’s possession and will be transferred upon payment in full. IMPORTANT: Winning bidders on-line enter a legal binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here. Bidders that win the action and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued. Every non-paying bidder will be prosecuted and kicked off e-bay forever. If for any reason, you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID.We will be happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction. This vehicle is sold AS-IS with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used. Terms such as “perfection, flawless or mint” may not be subjective but all other descriptions are. When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms. Please call Luigi @ 310-686-2157 with any questions. E-mail: sylrya@yahoo.com Sales tax, smog and title/registration fees may be applicable to California residents. A document fee of $195.00 will be added to the closing auction price. An optional one way drive permit is available for $25.00 New e-bay bidders with zero (0) feedback and/or new international bidders please make contact by e-mail or phone at least 2 hours before bidding. We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary to protect our clientele. Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward and accurate presentation of the facts. All informationherein represents our sincere effort to be correct. If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do. Descriptive words like “perfect” or “flawless” are subjective opinions because nothing is ever perfect, flaws are inevitable. 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