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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  Great Buy - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By A.H. - December 30 - 1:40 am

  I just got my 2005 Porsche Boxster S three days ago. Im very impressed with the handling, design, and quality. Im glad I made the right choice!

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  Best Upgrade from 986 - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By gsd98jsh - November 29 - 8:16 pm

  I had 2002 Boxster (986) and upgraded to 2005 Boxster (987). So far I have 16,500 miles on the new 987. There are so many improvements done to the new model. Besides the obvious new look on both exterior and interior, now a tall person does not have to hunch due to the lowered seat. The gear shifter is shorter and more precise. The suspension is also tighter and feels much better. Overall, I am so glad that I upgraded from the 2002 986 to the new 987. I will probably end up purchasing 988 if such model comes up from Porsche.

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  Defying the laws of physics - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By j. zolyn - October 24 - 4:43 am

  This is my first Porsche and the best car I have ever owned. The main feature that I enjoy the most is taking turns at 65 mph when the yellow caution sign states 30 mph. I have to fight my wife when it comes to who gets to drive and she hates to drive...until now.

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  First Timer - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Patrick - October 20 - 7:30 pm

  I have waited a long time to purchase a Porsche. I have not been disappointed in the least. The available power and steering through sharp curves is incredible. I really feel as though I have total control of the car.

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  Happy owner - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By mackay spears - September 30 - 12:06 pm

  This is my first Porsche and definitely the finest automobile I have owned to date. It has been more fun to drive than I imagined and its quality and engineering continue to impress me.

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  Awesome/Affordable Sportscar - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By tom_dz - September 18 - 8:55 am

  I purchased my 2005 Boxster in 2006 (then 9,000 miles; now 64,000). I have not looked back since. It is surprisingly comfortable for such a tight-handling car. It looks and feels as mean as it sounds. And to my surprise, maintenance issues have been few (air/oil separator replaced). I could not ask for a better all-around sportcars. I highly recommend the model and year.

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  2005 Boxer S Problems - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Smiles - June 25 - 1:33 am

  I bought the car one week ago and I have about 650 miles on it. The problems that I have encountered in the first week are: the car was delivered low on oil so I had to go out and purchase oil to put in it two days after the purchase, the paint is already coming off the front intake next to the bumper, the convertable roof broke on decline and now no longer works, and the brake warning light has already come on. Truth be told is I get a new car every two years and this will be my first and last Porsche. This is a fun car to drive, but I am questioning build intergrity and quality of craftsmanship. Make sure you research the car well before you buy it and good luck.

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  Over 100k and still a fantastic drive! - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By jeremp - April 9 - 2:31 pm

  I purchased this beauty in April (2011). I Dr. traded it in at 100k miles. He did all the service religiously, and it works fantastically. The manual spoiler switch was broken when I bought it but a part from SunCoast Porsche fixed it. I do the work myself which keeps maint. costs down. I am a simple guy with a simple income but I feel rick driving the Boxster around town. I never put the top up, (I drive an 05 IS300 on rainy days) and I still get 24-25 MPG. I LOVE this thing!

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  987 vs 986 - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By gsd98jsh - April 9 - 4:06 am

  I owned 986 (2001 Boxster) and just upgraded to 987 (2005 Boxster). The sound of the new model is so much better. The new manual transmission is so tight and precise. The clutch is so much easier to operate than traditional Porsche models. The taller roll bar and lower seat allows tall person like myself (6 2") to fit in the car much more comfortably than before. I had one modification on my old 986, Becker Radio (CDR2200?) allowed me to install an auxillary line for iPod, but the new fiber optic digital audio system has to have FM transmitter in order to connect your iPod. In other words, the sound quality from your MP3 player really suffers. I guess I will have to begin burning many CDs.

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  This Boxter is a champ - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By mgallina - November 23 - 4:06 am

  Greatly improved ext/int. Good responsive acc & handling