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With more than 3,000 members the Boxster Register is the Club's largest and our members are some of the most active! The Register covers all models of the Boxster from the 986 right through to the current 718. Our aim is to bring together all Boxster owners with events, technical assistance and advice.
 
First launched in late 1996 as the 986 model, the Boxster was Porsche’s first two seater roadster since the 550 Spyder of the 1950s. The name Boxster was derived from its horizontally opposed six cylinder 'boxer' configured engine and its 'roadster' body style.
 
With its 2.5 litre flat six mid-engine, the Boxster was an instant success for Porsche. Year by year its popularity grew and by 2000 a new 3.2 litre version, the Boxster S, was introduced as well as the base model being upgraded to a 2.7 engine. Over the next few years a series of upgrades were incorporated, including a heated glass rear screen.
 
In 2005 a new generation was unveiled, the type 987. This was more powerful than its predecessor and there were some subtle changes to the body styling influenced by the Carrera GT. 2007 brought another increase in engine output when the model was given the same engine as the Porsche Cayman. This gave 245 BHP to the 2.7 litre and 295 BHP to the S model. In 2009 the car was given another overhaul with new mechanical and styling upgrades and this version was called the 987 Gen II. The 3.4 litre model saw the introduction of the DFI engine.
 
It wasn’t until 2012 that Porsche unveiled a totally new design for the Boxster, the 981. Arguably, this is the most significant revision to the Boxster to date. As well as a complete re-styling of the car both inside and out, there are new engine and transmission specifications including a whole new 2.7litre flat six engine with a 6 speed manual gear box and 7 speed PDK transmission. The existing 3.4 litre model has been revised to give optimum performance.

In 2016 for the first time in the Boxster history Porsche introduced the all-new 718 & 718S. The new model boasts two flat 4 turbo charged engines at 2.0 and 2.5 litre. The car has achieved better fuel consumption together with increased torque and horsepower.

In 2020 after much success with the 718 models, Porsche introduced the 718 4.0 GTS model. This model reverted back to the 6 cylinder 4.0 litre engine with the capability of 0-62 in 4.0 seconds for the PDK with sport chrono and 4.5 seconds for the manual . Top speed at 179mph and  boasting 26.16 mpg for combined driving.

Also in 2020, the 718 Spyder was added to the Boxster stable. Models were again available in both manual transmission and PDK . It's 6 cylinder 4.0l engine and 420PS can reach 0-62mph in 3.7secs and has a top speed of 187mph. With all this power the combined fuel consumption is 25.7mpg and this is helped by it's unladen weight of just 1,420kg. Its chassis was inspired from the 911 GT3 along with upgraded suspension,brakes and steering. A fabulous car for both track use and road .

In 2023 Porsche announced the limited run of the new 718 Boxster Style Edition. The car being a 2l turbo was available in both manual & pdk versions. Available in a host of colours including Ruby Star Neo. All with accompanying side decals  and 20” Spyder wheels in white,silver or black. More cosmetic standard options included a bonnet detail, stainless illuminated door sill guards and the interior boasting crayon stitching which is also on the included floor mats. The fabric roof also has the Boxster logo embossed on it which is a nice touch. Performance is the same as a standard 2l at 296 bhp,0-62 at 4.7-5.1 depending on transmission choice,top speed 170mph and an impressive 29.1 – 31.7mpg.

2024 saw the introduction of the much awaited 718 Spyder RS. Said to be the last of the Boxster combustion models and this time boasting the 4.0l GT3 engine. With phenomenal statistics on paper of 493BHP at 8400rpm along with  0.62 in 3.4 secs and a top speed of 191mph this really is the pinnacle of the Boxster as we know it. Surprisingly the car has a combined mpg of 21.7.

Porsche are ceasing production of ICE Boxsters in October 2025 and an electric version is currently in design so watch this space.

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