2015 Porsche Boxster (981) PDK

Highlights 

• Highly engaging and popular modern roadster

• 261bhp, 2.7-litre flat-six engine

• Sport Chrono package

• Carrera III wheels with recent tyres

• Main dealer service history

• In good condition throughout

• Long MOT

Overview

The fact that the Porsche Boxster has remained in constant production since its inception in 1996 speaks volumes as to the model's enduring appeal, and Porsche's venerable mid-engined two-seater sports car remains a common and welcome sight on today's roads. The nameplate may stretch back 30 years now but the design, and indeed technology utilised in the Boxster's production has come on leaps and bounds, and the third-generation is perhaps where things really took a turn for the advanced.

Utilising the new 911 design language the 981 Boxster – to give it its official nomenclature – not only looked more modern than the outgoing 987 but it also featured updated engine and driveline specs, as well as a more technologically progressive setup in general, with the likes of electronically controlled steering, torque vectoring and a fancy new screen for the cabin, amongst other updates.   

What hadn't changed though was the car's excellent handling characteristics and dynamic drive-ability, qualities that made the original Boxsters so popular. Yes, performance was up thanks to its new 2.7-litre flat-six engine and the car's overall weight was down but the third-gen Boxster had lost none of the attributes, personality and indeed accessibility that make these cars so beloved by Stuttgart die-hards and general car buffs alike.

This particular 2015 Porsche Boxster convertible presents in decent shape throughout and looks great in its black over red roof colourway. A set of Carrera III alloy wheels completes the look and the black leather interior is in similar condition. Complete with Porsche main dealer service history the car comes with the Sport Chrono package which means additional features such as selectable driving modes, launch control, dynamic gearbox mounts and a dash-mounted stopwatch, among other things. 

There are some light signs of use commensurate with age and mileage but the car appears to be a solid, usable example with plenty left to give that has been regularly maintained and is reportedly running well so if you're looking for a judicious and perhaps relatively affordable entry point into modern Porsche ownership then this could be just the ticket.

History and documentation

• 2015 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• First registered 26 Mar 2015

• In current ownership since 24 Mar 2021

• Five registered former keepers

• Original book pack, wallet and display box

• Two keys

• Main dealer service history with original service manual showing inspections at the following intervals: intermediate maintenance+engine oil change+brake fluid at 20,676 miles (2016), maintenance+drive belt check+brake fluid at 34,733 miles (2018), intermediate maintenance+engine oil changed+drive belt replaced+brake fluid at 36,404 miles (2020), spark plug replacement at 37,069 miles (2021), intermediate maintenance+maintenance+engine oil change+spark plug replacement+brake fluid at 54,014 miles (2022), intermediate maintenance+engine oil change+drive belt checked+brake fluid at 70,885 miles (2024)

• 2, 4, 6 and 8 year main dealer condition reports

• The vendor informs us that they have most invoices for work undertaken since purchase plus MOT certificates

• Next service due Nov 2026

• Vendor reports a replacement offside wing mirror in Feb 25 by Porsche as well as damage repairs to the offside completed by an independent garage in Dec 2025 as instructed by vendor's insurance company due to an accident 

• Furthermore, it's reported that the car recevied a fresh set of brake disks and pads all round in 2025

• HPI clear

• MOT until 23 Mar 2027

• London ULEZ compliant

• 80,179 indicated miles

Interior

• In good condition throughout 

• No obvious signs of any major damage

• The vendor informs us that everything works well

• Some signs of wear and tear commensurate with age and mileage

• Door cards and carpets look to be in good shape

• Porsche floor mats

• All gauges and displays appear to be in good condition

• Dashboard remains intact as do the pop-out cup holders

• Luggage areas are tidy

• Warning triangle present 

Exterior

• Presents well across all panels

• No signs of any major damage 

• All shut lines appear to be uniform

• No obvious signs of any corrosion

• The convertible roof looks to be in good shape but there is a scuff on the drivers side (thought to be caused by a jet wash as reported by the vendor) but does not affect its operation

• No apparent issues with any of the glasswork

• 20” Porsche Carrera S3 alloy wheels look to be in good shape overall with only some light kerb marks to the rims in places to note

• All Porsche centre caps present and in good condition

• Pirelli P Zero tyres all round that the vendor reports were new in Jul 2024

• Some slight discolouration to the plastic rear lower valance

• Underneath looks to be in good condition overall

Mechanical

• 261bhp, 2.7-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine

• Seven-speed PDK automatic gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 5.2 seconds

• 163mph top speed 

• Drilled brake disks (and we're advised that the disks and pads were renewed for all four wheels in 2025)

• Vendor reports no known mechanical issues aside from three MOT advisories for a brake pipe, minor oil leak and minor exhaust leak

• The vendor informs us that the car is in full working order

Summary

A little more spritely than a standard Boxster thanks to the Chrono Sport package this 981 roadster looks good and appears to be mechanically sound. The Porsche main dealer history is a bit of a boon and it presents as an inherently usable example. For those hankering after a well put together two seater sports car with exceptional handling and a smooth, performative engine then this Porsche Boxster 981 is ready and waiting.

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