Base or S Model

[Fintro11]

S because you will always be thinking damn I should have paid a little bit more for that S

[litespeedp]

S, because to save us from the sea of huge trucks and SUV's, I'm constantly looking to pull away out of others blind spots and the nice torque available makes this a breeze.It just feels really good!

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by litespeedp

S, because to save us from the sea of huge trucks and SUV's, I'm constantly looking to pull away out of others blind spots and the nice torque available makes this a breeze.It just feels really good!

This exactly. The S is the best highway car ever.

Roll onto the throttle in 6th and it'll push past someone quick and smooth.

[Jamesp]

03 S. better engine (m96.24) better suspension, better brakes, better everything. You get to keep that as long as you own the car.

[pony13ca]

I have a 2000s. Test drove many cars before buying it, and enjoyed both the base and the S. My advice would be, buy the best car you can find! Service records, 1 owner, etc.
Neither model will disappoint you!!

[Xpit77]

Whatever you chose in those years make sure the IMS has been done.

[morgal48]

Find reviews on the '97 Boxster and on the 2000 base and S models, written when the cars were new. Buy from an individual, not a dealer. Have a PPI done. Look at service records. Take your time.