Thanks all for the replies.
I found a supplier on Rakuten.com for a new starter @ $99.00
For those that might need one in the future here is the link:
STARTER MOTOR 1997-99 PORSCHE BOXSTER 2.5 2000-2005 2.7 3.2 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 986-604-104-00 17758 - Rakuten.com Shopping