1998 Porsche Boxster Specifications

Specifications

1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004

Features

Engine Location :	Mid
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Steel unibody
Production Years for Series :	1996 - 2004
Price :	$41,050
Weight :	2800 lbs \| 1270.059 kg
MPG City :	19
MPG Highway :	27

Performance

0-60 mph :	6 seconds.
1/4 Mile :	14.5 seconds.
Top Speed :	149 mph \| 239.741 km/h

Engine & Transmission

Opposed 6
Displacement :	2687 cc \| 164.0 cu in. \| 2.7 L.
Power :	217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6500 RPM
Torque :	192 Ft-Lbs (260 NM) @ 4500 RPM
Bore :	3.4 in \| 85 mm.
Stroke :	3.1 in \| 78 mm.
Compression :	11.0:1
Main Bearings :	8
Construction :	Aluminum block and head
DME Ignition and Fuel Injection

Transmission:
5 Manual In rear transaxle , 5 Automatic

Production Figures

1998 Porsche Boxster
Cabrioloet 2 dr. 2 P :	9,678

Dimension(s)

Cabrioloet

Chassis # WP0CA2980WU621948
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Exterior
Seating Capacity :	2
Doors :	2
Length :	171.0 in \| 4343 mm.
Width :	70.1 in \| 1781 mm.
Height :	50.8 in \| 1290 mm.
Wheelbase :	95.2 in \| 2418 mm.
Front Track :	57.7 in \| 1466 mm.
Rear Track :	60.2 in \| 1529 mm.

Handling

Steering
Rack and Pinion

Recall

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Manufacturer	DOPE, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	09E025000
Summary	DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.' THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence	DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy	DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER.IN ORDER TO DETERMINE IF YOUR AFTERMARKET LAMP ASSEMBLY IS AFFECTED BY THIS NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE REVIEW THE LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS PROVIDED TO US BY DOPE, INC.THE LIST CAN BE FOUND UNDER 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR SCREEN. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer	SABERSPORT
NHTSA Campaign ID	09E012000
Summary	SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, 'LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.' THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence	DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy	SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Notes	THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON VEHICLES PRODUCED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER.IN ORDER TO DETERMINE IF YOUR AFTERMARKET LAMP ASSEMBLY IS AFFECTED BY THIS NONCOMPLIANCE, PLEASE REVIEW THE LIST OF MODEL NUMBERS PROVIDED TO US BY SABERSPORT.THE LIST CAN BE FOUND UNDER 'DOCUMENT SEARCH' LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR SCREEN.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO

Component	AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer	PORSCHE CARS N.A. INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	98E005000
Summary	EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: CHILD SEATING SYSTEM AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT FOR USE ON 1997-1998 911 CARRERA S, CARRERA 4, CARRERA 4S, AND TURBO (1997 MODEL ONLY), PART NO. 993 803 283 00, AND 1997-1998 BOXSTER MODEL VEHICLES, PART NOS. 996 803 283 00 AND 996 803 083 00. DUE TO A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM, THE CONTACT BUCKLE (WHICH IS PART OF THE KIT) DOES NOT DEACTIVATE THE AIR BAG(S).
Consequence	IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THIS RESULTS IN THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG(S) WHICH COULD RESULT IN SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy	DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MODIFIED AIR BAG DEACTIVATION KIT.
Notes	OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN MARCH 2, 1998. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Component	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer	PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Mfr Report Date	19961101
NHTSA Campaign ID	03V004000
Summary	CERTAIN 2-DOOR CONVERTIBLE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TIPTRONIC (AUTOMATIC) TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH AN INCORRECTLY ADJUSTED KEY-LOCK-CABLE DOWN TO THE SHIFT SELECTOR. IF THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE IS NOT ADJUSTED CORRECTLY, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE IGNITION KEY WILL SNAG UPON BEING REMOVED FRO THE IGNITION LOCK OR THE SLECTOR LEVER CAN BE SHIFTED FROM POSITION 'P' WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED AND THE LOCKING BUTTON OPERATED.
Consequence	IF THE SELECTOR LEVER IS THEN SHIFTED FROM POSITION 'P' TO POSITION 'R, N OR D' WITH THE VEHICLE PARKED, AND IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT ON, THE VHEICLE WILL NOT BE SECURED FROM INADVERTENLY ROLLING AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy	DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CABLE ADJUSTMENT AND, REGARDLESS OF THE RESULTS OF THIS INSPECTION, THE KEY-LOCK-CABLE MUST ALSO BE ADJUSTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039.
Notes	PORSCHE RECALL NO. A305.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1998 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$17,200
Avg. Household Income :	$38,100
Avg. Home :	$129,300
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$1.15
Avg. Stamp :	$0

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Q: How fast is the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a top speed of 149 mph.

Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a wheelbase size of 95.20 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a length of 171.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster has a width of 70.10 inches.

Q: How much did the 1998 Porsche Boxster cost when new?A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster had a base price of approximately $41,050 (USD).

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 1998 Porsche Boxster? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster was a Cabrioloet.

Q: What engine did the 1998 Porsche Boxster have? A: The engine powering the 1998 Porsche Boxster was a Opposed 6 (2687 cc | 164.0 cu in. | 2.7 L.) with 217 BHP (159.712 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 192 Ft-Lbs (260 NM) @ 4500 RPM.

Q: What transmissions did the 1998 Porsche Boxster have? A: The 1998 Porsche Boxster had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual In rear transaxle, 5 speed Automatic.