I've read several threads on here and think I now have a good handle on wheel offsets.  
I currently have 16" wheels on my '99 Boxster with offsets of 50 (6") front wheels and 40 (7") on rear.  I found a set of 17" wheels with offsets of 55 (7") on front wheels and also 55 (9") on rear.  
Based on my research, I don't see any fittment issues with these 17" wheels on my Boxster.  Anyone care to confirm or disagree?
Tires will be 205/50/ZR17 and 255/40/Zr17.
Thanks for any input!
Kevin