Best year?

[78F350]

I have a '99 5-speed and an '01 Tip. Aside from what has already been mentioned, I like the interior plastics finish of the '99 better than the soft, 'easy-scratch' finish of the '01. The '99 engines seem to be really holding up well. I don't feel the need to have an S, but I am watching for the right deal on a 2000.

I strongly agree with:

97-99 is pure, raw, no frills boxster (base model). And they have the dual row ims ... My 99 loves to rev and be tossed around.

99 last of raw boxters.

Dual row IMS, center speedo, 18" wheels, upgraded chassis structure, no e-gas, better looking top (no center bow), excellent gas mileage, decent power, and raw feel.

The S model cars only come out on occasion. I drive one of the '99's almost every day.

For an S:

2000
Dual row IMS. Digi speedo in center. Cable hood and trunk. 18" wheels OK. 3.2 + light weight. Fewer electronic driver nannies. Right spot in depreciation curve.