2007 Porsche Boxster Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

BoxStockS on February 22, 2020

It really depends on the individual: 911 vs. Boxster vs. Cayman. They're all awesome performers. The 911 is definitely more luxurious and 'calm' even in ridiculous circumstances but the Boxster feels lighter, more alive. Great having two trunks. The 'S' engine pulls hard up to red line and is a ton of fun. A few maintenance items on the Porsche cars come up sooner than a Honda or Toyota - keep on top of them and the fun just keeps going. A real bargain.

MikeyB on January 5, 2020

I chose a used boxster after spending several years reviewing every roadster out there. Everyone you can think of. This car was designed by a genius Harm Lagaay. This is the car that saved Porsche. I know why, design, engineering, fun, performance, reliabilty, every adjective you can tell how great a roadster is doesn't describe how you feel when you drive this car. It is an absolute work of art. Best sports car I ever owned.

ZFowler on August 23, 2019

I bought my 2007 Boxster S about 6 months ago after totaling my 4x4 off-road truck. It was a massive change for me to switch over to a roadster, but I couldn’t be happier I made the switch. I purchased the car with 58k miles on it. Lots of Porsche owners say that’s a ton of miles for the cars, but mine feels just as tight, spirited, and smooth as some of the newer model Boxsters that I test drove. I haven’t had any issues with the car after putting about 5k miles on it, but I did have to replace the clutch, flywheel, clutch bearings, and pressure plate about a week after I bought it. I knew the clutch was worn out, so I worked that into the purchase price. I also had to replace a horn that went out. No biggie. The clutch on any manual will wear out after a while, and the previous owner either didn’t know how to drive a manual properly, or just rode it hard. I was pleased to find out that the 2007 Boxster S doesn’t suffer from the IMS issues earlier models did. I asked my mechanic to check it out while they were replacing the clutch, and he told me it was a non-issue in 2007+ models. I take it out for a drive every evening with the top down (it’s summer in ATL GA), and I can’t stop smiling driving it around. It’s the only car I’ve owned that I get excited about simply driving it to the grocery store. It certainly limits what I can go pick up at Home Depot, but to be honest, it has a surprising amount of storage space considering it’s a two person roadster. Sure it’s older... but owning one, I never feel like I’m driving a 12 year old car. Drives and handles better than 99.9% of 2019 sports cars I test drove before taking a chance on a 987 Boxster S. I did end up replacing all the speakers and audio head unit with a CarPlay enabled one, and installed a small subwoofer. The original Bose speakers were pretty bad. It sounds amazing now, even with the top down. I couldn’t be happier! I hope it lasts another 100k+ miles so I never have to stop driving it.

BoxsterBill on December 16, 2018

The 2005 Boxster S is an absolute blast to drive. I have a giant smile plastered across my face after every drive. The only other car I've driven that was this much fun was another Porsche (1986 944 Turbo). My Boxster has been very reliable with no major issues to date. My only complaints are that anything I have done on the car is expensive and it has some annoying quirks. One example: If the battery goes dead, the heated seats and built in garage remote stop working until a "factory reset" is preformed (strange but true). This factory reset requires a computer scan tool that costs $1000s. So, a trip to the mechanic is in order after a dead battery. That is both a waste of my time and expensive.

DrBarry on December 7, 2018

The Porsche Boxster is the most fun car I have ever driven. The sound and feel of the engine with acceleration is beyond exhilarating. I highly recommend this car!

Kyle M on June 2, 2018

I recently purchased this car as a weekend toy. I find myself with the means to do so and decided to fulfill a childhood dream of owning a Porsche. Whether it is not having the ability or the stomach to drop $100,000 on the top tier models, this is a great alternative. Performs great, comfortable and customizable. So glad I made this purchase.

Jbsedona on April 28, 2018

Too much fun and performance ....feel like a kid again..fit and finish like no other vehicle I have owned, just sorry I did not purchase a Porsche years ago...

SoIcey987 on December 29, 2017

This car is a work of art. From reliability to performance and everything in between, the Porsche Boxster is a finely tuned beast. Interior is basic but still you get that feel like your driving a roadster. Performance is fantastic and the exterior design is beautiful and stunning.

Cawatts on September 14, 2017

Love going for drives on county roads with the top down. Great exhaust note and handles like it's on rails

QBAgent on June 26, 2017

You will not possibly be disappointed in this car. You will fall in love with the look, the feel, the handling, the NAV, the DVD the fact that it is just like a new car with condition and mileage. I DO NOT wish to sell it I must due to financial reasons. It's only driven in summer I have a truck. All of my friends wish they could afford to buy it - bargain priced below book value with accessories - $6000 wheels $4000 stereo/NAV/DVD.