2004 Porsche Boxster Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.82/5 Average
48 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

For 2004, the Boxster S adds a sports exhaust system to the options list. The Boxster and Boxster S are also available in two new colors -- Atlas Gray and Carmon Red.

Pros:
  • Supreme handling characteristics, plenty of usable power in "S" format, relatively generous cargo capacity, fast power top operation.
Cons:
  • Costly options push price up quickly, interior not all that impressive considering the price.

User Reviews:

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  • Fun and Powerful - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    This is a very fun and addictive car to drive. Quality is way better than other roadsters Ive owned and driven. Very powerful for a two-seater. No worries when overtaking. Not many cars on the road can keep up with this one.

  • It makes me smile - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    We do not drive it unless we can put the top down. It is a great joy to drive, strong acceleration, smooth gearbox that I enjoy double clutching, and incredible grip. We seek out roads with curves just to feel the lateral force when it is accelerated out of curves. Dealer has been very good, although parts are pricey. I had to replace an ignition cylinder and it was $400.00. Two of us who do not pack very well can fit enough luggage for a long weekend, including carrying the car cover. Exceptionally strong air conditioner allows top down driving on hot summer days. This is my first Porsche but I know now why Porsche owners are so fanatical.

  • Porsche thinks out of the Box..thank you - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    usually use it as a weekend driver. very, very fun to drive. perfect for body frames around 56 to 60. car fits like a glove, handles like a roller coaster and has nice vintage lines with just enough modernism to let you know it is new.

  • Best car I have ever purchased - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    Love it....cant get enough of it.

  • Stunning looks, immensely fun, practical - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    The handling is extraordinary. The ride is firm but surprisingly supple with standard suspension and 17 inch wheel upgrades. The engines voice is perfect: refined aggression without ostentation. Buffeting is mild with the top down. The cockpit is a bit noisy with the top up. The 2003 model has the cup holders, glove compartment and glass rear window (sweet!). The seats are well sculptured but could use a bit more lumbar support. The base radio is abysmal. You definitely want to upgrade this. Or, just leave the radio off, put the top down, find a beautiful winding road less traveled and have a blast.

  • Porsche Boxster - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    Great car for the value. Gets lots of looks. I would recommend spending the extra cash for an S model, because the regular lacks the punch...

  • Happy 65th - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    Outstanding birthday gift from my son. Will never part with it.

  • This car cant miss.... - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    If its the best sports car convertible for the money you are looking for...the Boxster is the car to get. It out handles most every other automobile on the road...including some exotics! While the "S" model is the one to own if extra horsepower is what you want...the standard Boxster has plenty of power to dust off most wanna be sports cars....like their marketing campaign says...Porsche..there is no substitute!

  • Best sports car for a value - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    Possitive: Great handling(better than 911), comfortable ride(17inch wheels),lovely sweet engine sound, well built body. Getting better every year. Negative: 5 speed manual, expensive oputions. Truely best buy pure sports car. No other cars come close around this price range.Why buy 911.

  • 2004 BOXSTER S...YOU CAN BY LOVE. - 2004 Porsche Boxster
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    BUILD QUILITY IS LIKE NOTHING IVE EVER OWNED BEFORE. ITS TOLERANCES WITH PANEL GAP CAN ONLY BE LIKENED TO A SWISS WATCH. THE TORQUES NOT THERE COMPARED TO A V-8, BUT WHAT HOWL THE EXHAUST MAKES AS THE REVS CLIMB TOWARDS RED LINE ARE A EXCEPTED TRADE OFF. GOOD ERGONOMICS..EVERY THINGS JUST IN REACH. NO XM RADIO IS OFFERED IS MY ONLY COMPLAINT. ALSO PRICE OF OPTIONS IS EXTREAMLY STEEP AND MORE SHOULD BE STANDERD AT THIS PRICE RANGE.

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