Overview & Reviews

The Boxster is significantly updated for 2005. Notable changes include more power for both models, new manual transmissions and a restyled exterior with larger front and side air intakes, a new headlamp treatment, revised door sills and larger side windows. The brakes have been upgraded, stability control is now standard across the board and head-protecting side airbags have been added.

• Supreme handling characteristics, pinpoint steering, plenty of usable power especially in "S" model, usable cargo compartment, fast power top operation.

User Reviews:

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  Love my Boxster - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By tony p - May 24 - 8:50 pm

  My Porsche Boxster does not have as much muscle as my old 1999 Chevrolet Corvette but it has adequate power for me. It certainly is a lot more fun to drive and more comfortable. It has no roll on the curves. It feels like you are attached to the road surface.

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  Boxter S - 2005 - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Barry Glover - November 2 - 7:26 am

  Traded my 2003 911 on this vehicle as I liked the styling better than the 911 and the performance is near identical at a much lessor price. Great folding top, nice fit and quiet in cabin. The mid-engine actually handles better on curves than the 911.

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  MUCH improved since 1999 - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By emilie - July 8 - 2:33 am

  In 1999, before Boxster S existed, I bought a new Aerokit Boxster. I had gone from a 98 Carrera S (that roofers dropped a roof on!), to the 99 Boxster. The 99 was a disappointment, lacking ponies under the hood. The 2005 Boxster S is a world apart in 6 years. I am extremely pleased with the Tiptronic transmission, the acceleration, the handling and definitely the new body style for 2005. Probably the only disappointment was the $61,000 price tag.

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  Forget the others, Get a Boxster S - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By joe - June 2 - 11:33 am

  I was considering a Mercedes-Benz SLK, but after test driving a Boxster S my decision was made! Im still in the break in period, but this car is a ton of fun to drive. Its also a lot of fun getting all of the "thumbs up" from other motorists and strangers on the street. If your going to spend the money; get the "S" model with as many extras as you can afford. I love this car, and love being a Porsche owner.

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  Hits the "Sweet Spot." - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By E. Ward - August 25 - 12:43 pm

  A absolute joy to drive. It is stylish,responsive and powerful. Distinctly superior to every other car Ive owned, which includes not only a current model BMW M3 and an Audi TT 3.2 but also a Porsche 911 (996).

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  great - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By E - January 23 - 4:36 am

  It has great handling and has great turning. It can also accelerate very quickly.

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  What a blast to own and drive - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Terry - November 29 - 9:20 am

  My wife and I purchased this car for her recently from a friend of ours who collects sports cars. Its "her" car but I just cant seem to keep my hands off of it. Its so much fun to drive Im looking at buying another one just so I dont have to beg her for the keys. Its cool looking, sounds great, handles like its on rails and is like riding a bolt of lightening when you push it hard through the gears. Just plain love it. Thanks Porsche!

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  2005 Porsche Boxster - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By T Grippo - October 28 - 5:00 am

  As a former Corvette fanatic I carefully researched and tested both the C6 Vette as well as the Boxster 987, both are extremely good cars but the Porsche has better handling and comfort as well as storage space, not to mention the acceleration and power. The S model Boxster is even faster! Also insurance premiums are much better than the vette which has a high theft rate. I own the regular version, not the S version and it is without a doubt the best car I have ever driven! Gas mileage is in the range of 22 mpg average. After owning 3 Vettes, Porsche made a believer out of me!

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  Love it, but - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By tonyrocker - September 28 - 6:33 am

  I love this car. It is my first Porsche and I have it just over 2 years. Will "upgrade" to the 911 soon. The car has had its problems. After 6,000 miles engine blew for no reason (new engine put in but covered under warranty), clutch went after 7,000 miles (maybe that was the wife driving??). Now the convertible roof has stopped working and is currently in the shop getting fixed. With all that I still love this car.

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  Best overall sports car - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By biscon - September 10 - 5:10 pm

  The 05 Boxster S is the best sports car on the market for the money. Why? It has performance, styling, ride, utility (2 trunks fore and aft), economy (23 mpg overall)and technology (top stores in 10 seconds).I still get positive comments from passersby after 3 yrs with this car.