Description
2008 Porsche Boxster 2.7 (987.1) - Guards Red - 4,300+ Recent Spend
A well-sorted Porsche Boxster 987.1 in iconic Guards Red with black Porsche side decals, refurbished 19" black alloys, and a black hood. Unlike most high-mileage examples, this car has benefited from extensive recent investment of over 4,500 in the last four months, with all major jobs completed - brakes, suspension, cooling system, tyres, and MOT work.
Key Details:
Year: 2008 (987.1)
Engine: 2.7L Flat-6 (245 bhp)
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 145,600 miles
Colour: Guards Red with black hood
MOT: Fresh MOT passed August 2025 - all advisories rectified
Wheels: 19" gloss black alloys (refurbished, new centre caps)
Tyres: New rear tyres fitted
Pioneer SPH-DA230DAB Car Stereo with Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
Recent Work (4,300+ documented with receipts):
Suspension & Steering
New Rear coffin/control arms replaced
New Both track rod ends replaced
New Front control arms
Brakes
New Pagid discs & pads all round
New handbrake shoes & cables
New Goodridge stainless braided hoses
New brake fluid (DOT4)
Refreshed callipers with Porsche decals
Cooling System & Engine
New water pump & drive belt
New oil separator & breather pipes
New coolant feed/return pipes & hoses (full set)
New front subframe
Other Works
Refurbished alloys
New smoked LED DRLs
New window lift cable (LH / RH)
Bodywork refinished in Guards Red with 2K high-gloss clearcoat
New Porsche side decals
Features:
Black fabric hood
Electric windows/mirrors
Unlike many examples, the weak points in this Boxster have already been addressed. With the recent investment, fresh MOT, and advisories cleared, it represents excellent value for someone looking for a reliable and usable Porsche roadster.
Reason for Sale:
Originally intended as a retirement project car, but due to ongoing health issues (cancer treatment), it is now being sold.