Overview & Reviews

Minor visual updates, including revised front and rear fascias and gray (versus the previous yellow) tint for the turn signal lenses, along with a boost in output keep the Boxster relevant in the face of faster, more refined rivals.

• Supreme handling characteristics, plenty of power in "S" format, relatively generous cargo capacity, fast power top operation.

• Price can quickly escalate due to costly options, some cheap interior trim.

User Reviews:

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  Best car Ive everdriven. - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By Craig - July 8 - 9:26 pm

  Wonderful driving experience. Maintenance has not been near as much as I had feared. Fast, rugged, reliable, fun to drive and a great track car.

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  Tiptronic S - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By Raphael Gergi - May 4 - 11:48 pm

  I first bought a boxster 1997 2.5L and was absolutely sad about the performance however sold it and got my Boxster S 2003 3.2L, reliable car yes however been finding some difficulties with the transmission (solenoid, Valve Body etc.), i also feel that the car needed a slight increase in the power.

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  Awesome Car! - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By M4240Z - April 10 - 2:00 am

  Ive always wanted a Boxster, and its everything I ever imagined. Great handling, terrific sound, terrific acceleration (even without fully breaking in the engine), amazing looks, comfortable. Neutral handling, responsive brakes, telepathic steering - - you just think it around curves.

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  My Boxster - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By Moki - February 16 - 10:40 am

  During 26 months of ownership it was down for repairs for a total of 90 days with multiple problems over multiple systems from electrical to suspension and lastly a new engine. Ive received no traffics tickets in this car to demonstrate it has been pampered. Porsche did extend the warranty for two years, but have been very slow deciding how to repair, obtaining parts, and scheduling the work.

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  Think Again! - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By tulsajack - February 14 - 10:45 pm

  My dream to own a Porsche. After 2 years & less than 57,000 miles, the engine self-destructed due to a design flaw - a GM alternator bearing used on the intermediate shaft failed and completely trashed the engine. Of course, Porsche lawyers admitted no fault on court documents when they settled, but somehow agreed to pay about 25% of owners expenses totaling millions. I fell outside the terms of the settlement, so its tough luck and $0. The repair will cost at least $7K, up to $12K with used parts. This flaw affects 911s also. Because this is a possible outcome, I will never buy another Porsche. Buy a Honda!

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  Fun, but costly... - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By tice75 - January 8 - 5:06 pm

  I was fortunate enough to own this vehicle for about 18 months. I bought it in 2007 with 5500 miles on it and put close to 20k on it in the year and a half that I owned it. It was near new! This car is incredibly fun to drive and the pick up is amazing. Being 64" tall, I was reasonably comfortable, but on long trips, a good stretch after a couple of hours is helpful. My overall ownership experience was OK, but it was rather expensive to own. I probably wouldnt buy another Porsche again.

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  There is no better - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By Pilot2519Juliet - December 10 - 1:06 am

  The car is the closest to perfection there is out there. The Boxster will outhandle anything out there now. Road and Track did a slalom run in which it blasted the Enzos (the Ferrari guy costing $700K) record. True it does not have an overabundance of hps but once you pounce on the accelarator you get usable power with unmatch driving dymamics. With a top speed of close to 170 mph I think it is fast enough.

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  Its a fine tuned machine... - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By DrDavid - December 8 - 10:00 am

  It provides a "Wow" driving experience that doesnt go away with ownership. From the first test drive to my drive to work today this car continues to provide a feeling of precision and balance. Suspension is very versatile and goes between sport/touring and sport/race very well. This one blows the Z4 away in the driving experience I tested both extensively and have never looked back. So much Porsche for so little cash!

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  I love this car - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By DIC_CAMARILLO - July 27 - 6:00 pm

  This is our 3rd Porsche and what a pleasant surprise. This car is so easy to drive! The mid engine design allows this car to be driven so hard. You feel so confident driving this car fast. The materials are great, with the exception of some cheap plastic inside. The power top is wonderful and fast. Awesome looks! Great interior, comfortable seats, lots of storage and yes, Awesome looks - did I already mention that this car looks incredible! If you get one, go for the 2003 and newer. You get a glass rear window, more power and a glove box. Those additional items are worth the extra money. Also, you dont need to get a stick in this car - the tiptronic works well and is easy to use.

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  best of the sports convertibles - 2003 Porsche Boxster
  By GF - June 18 - 3:13 pm

  Owned it from new; only car I kept this long (7+ years), it works fine as a daily driver not just for weekends. Can be expensive to own in terms of dealer maintenance costs and out or warranty work. Delivers on the promised fun quotient and design aged very well, still very current vs. 2010 model. True sports convertible, not just for boulevard.