Third day of ownership. Car won't start.

[sportunage]

Hello all,
I am the proud new owner of a 1998 boxster w/ 45k miles on the odo. The car is in mint condition inside and out. The car came complete w/ all service records that indicated a loving history with the previous owner. Today (christmas eve) I got up extra early to wrap up my Christmas shopping. When I came out and attempted to start the car, all of the accessory lights come on and the vehicle has full battery/ electrical power. However when I turn the ignition to the start position I get nothing. The vehicle is still powered up but the starter doesn't engage. Has any one else had this problem? I'm not sure what it could be. I checked the ignition fuse at the kick panel but was unable to locate a starter fuse at that location. Any ideas? Shop manual is definately my next purchase.

Thanks in advance,
Jacques