1st time Porsche owner today

[alex.rhodes]

That's a nice looking Boxster. Those look like SSR GT3 wheels. If you are getting rid of the spoiler and wheels, may I ask how much? If you are near VA, I may be able to provide you a set of 17" twists.

[JIMMYC]

Originally Posted by Chuck W.

Hey JIMMYC, there is a white tag attached to the underside of the front hood. On it are all of the options your Boxster came with. Post a photo of it and we'll decipher it for you.

Should look like this;

Thanks Chuck ,

Look forward to hearing from you on this hope you can make out the details

[Joel]

Congrats on the purchase! Like Alex, I may be interested in the wheels. I'm hopefully about to close on a Boxster S that has stock turbo twists, so if you wanted to do a trade we should chat.

[JIMMYC]

Thanks Chuck , look forward to information from this

I wii def consider offers when I get ready to change wheels etc just enjoying driving this weekend before storage beckons

[thstone]

Welcome and congratulations!

Its a great looking car but maybe the previous owner might have been trying a little too hard. The wheels, the speedster humps, the upgraded lights, the wing... (a lot of bolt on upgrades).

I hope that the PO spent as much time and money maintaining and upgrading that parts that can't be seen.

[thstone]

You can download the options list here to decipher the option codes: PorscheOptionCodes.pdf

Here is how to read the label:

[Chuck W.]

Looks like a nicely optioned Boxster. Post some photos of the interior.

Code Option Description
288 Headlight washer
288 996: Light washers
413 18" Turbo look wheels
437 Comfort seat left
438 Comfort seat right
446 Parts for type "Targa" belonging to stipulated assembly
446 996: Colored Wheel Crests
454 Automatic speed control
490 Hi-Fi sound system
537 Left seat with positrol and lumbar
551 Air Deflector (Cabriolet)
601 Litronic Headlights
659 Onboard computer
680 Digital Sound
692 Remote CD changer (6-disc)
981 All leather lining
982 Supple Leather Seats/Trim
C02 Equipped with catalytic converter
239 18 inch wheel
502 Made at Valmet Automotive
584 Storage Box over the engine

The sticker price on these options when new were not cheap.
The 18 inch Turbo Wheels were $1,190
You have the Sport Touring Package that includes the wind stop, the Digital sound/ Hi-Fi sound, Cruise Control and the On Board Computer - $2,870
The Litronics lights were $1,070
The Headlight Washers were $225
The Color Wheel Center Caps were $170
The Supple Leather Seats were $355 and required the Interior Leather Package which was $2,920. (If that is correct you have a lot of leather inside)
Code 537 (Lt Lumbar) indicates you may have the Comfort Package which includes seats with electrical height, length and backrest adjustment, and memory for $2,090.

Like I said, nicely optioned.

[Giller]

There are a lot of really nice Porsche rims out there, lots to choose from, which is good, as I agree with you, not liking those rims. Keep an eye on eBay, or check with itsnotanova, he might have some originals kicking around. He's our resident parts guy.

[JIMMYC]

Originally Posted by Chuck W.

Looks like a nicely optioned Boxster. Post some photos of the interior.

Code Option Description
288 Headlight washer
288 996: Light washers
413 18" Turbo look wheels
437 Comfort seat left
438 Comfort seat right
446 Parts for type "Targa" belonging to stipulated assembly
446 996: Colored Wheel Crests
454 Automatic speed control
490 Hi-Fi sound system
537 Left seat with positrol and lumbar
551 Air Deflector (Cabriolet)
601 Litronic Headlights
659 Onboard computer
680 Digital Sound
692 Remote CD changer (6-disc)
981 All leather lining
982 Supple Leather Seats/Trim
C02 Equipped with catalytic converter
239 18 inch wheel
502 Made at Valmet Automotive
584 Storage Box over the engine

The sticker price on these options when new were not cheap.
The 18 inch Turbo Wheels were $1,190
You have the Sport Touring Package that includes the wind stop, the Digital sound/ Hi-Fi sound, Cruise Control and the On Board Computer - $2,870
The Litronics lights were $1,070
The Headlight Washers were $225
The Color Wheel Center Caps were $170
The Supple Leather Seats were $355 and required the Interior Leather Package which was $2,920. (If that is correct you have a lot of leather inside)
Code 537 (Lt Lumbar) indicates you may have the Comfort Package which includes seats with electrical height, length and backrest adjustment, and memory for $2,090.

Like I said, nicely optioned.

Fantastic insight Chuck thank you for taking the time
Interior pics included , not had a chance to get more detailed as the snow arrived yesterday 😫

[Chuck W.]

Originally Posted by JIMMYC

Fantastic insight Chuck thank you for taking the time

You're welcome. The "Speedster Humps" appear to be added on as they are not on the build tag. The code for them is "XAB - Speedster Rear Color of Car - $1,465".

I am not well versed enough to tell if that is the spoiler from the factory Aerokit. That was a pricey option (XAA) that came with the front and rear spoiler and Rocker Panel covers .. $6,225!

Either Woody or qualityporscheparts will be able to get you some correct wheels. Then sell the ones that came with the car to recoup some of you money.

Snow... Snow... I cannot imagine. I have never driven the Boxster in the rain much less be benched for months due to snow.

Enjoy the Boxster and keep us posted on your progress.